Friday, March 29, 2013

Easter Crosses

Rice Krispies Easter Crosses #Krispie #Crispie #Crispies #Cookie #Cutter #Cutters #Treats #Cross #Religious #Holiday #Holidays #Christmas #Baptism #Confirmation

I've wanted to make Rice Krispies treats, ever since I saw Kim using cookie cutters to kick these classic sweets up a notch. 

Can we talk about how excited I was to find this set of cookie cutters at a local grocery store?

Rice Krispies Easter Crosses #Krispie #Crispie #Crispies #Cookie #Cutter #Cutters #Treats #Cross #Religious #Holiday #Holidays #Christmas #Baptism #Confirmation


Rice Krispies Easter Crosses #Krispie #Crispie #Crispies #Cookie #Cutter #Cutters #Treats #Cross #Religious #Holiday #Holidays #Christmas #Baptism #Confirmation


Rice Krispies Easter Crosses #Krispie #Crispie #Crispies #Cookie #Cutter #Cutters #Treats #Cross #Religious #Holiday #Holidays #Christmas #Baptism #Confirmation
  
I lightly sprayed my hands with cooking spray, before cutting out the shapes to avoid any more treats sticking to them than necessary. 

Don't be surprised if you see more versions of these treats posted in the future!

What other foods have you shaped with cookie cutters?

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Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Making Lunch Fun: Easter Eggs!


I found the idea for this on Pigskins & Pigtails.

It took me all of 10 minutes and I only wish I could see the look on my kiddo's face, when he opens his lunchbox tomorrow.

 I just grabbed a bag of last year's empty Easter eggs, washed and set them on a washcloth.  While they dried, I made a sandwich and cut it into small pieces.  I slipped a Bible verse in one of the eggs and his sandwich & grapes in the rest.  

What other fun lunch ideas have you used?

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Monday, March 25, 2013

DIY Mason Jar Foaming Soap Dispenser


DIY Mason Jar Foaming Soap Dispenser  #Crafts #Craft #Pump

I've been hoarding collecting empty Bath & Body Works foaming soap bottles, ever since I found this easy tutorial on Life With Laura.

Materials:

Empty Bath & Body Works Foaming Soap Bottle
Regular Mouth 16oz. Mason Jar (I used Kerr)
Kitchen Shears
Drill
Tin Snips
Spray Paint (I used Oil Rubbed Bronze)
Glue Gun


Before starting, I unscrewed the soap pump and thoroughly rinsed off the soap pump and the bottle.


First, I took the bottle and used kitchen shears to cut off the top, leaving about an inch of plastic (in addition to the top part that screws onto the pump).


Next, I drilled a small hole in the Mason jar lid, allowing enough room for the soap pump tube to fit through.  With the lid on the Mason jar, I fed the soap pump tube through the hole and traced a circle on the lid.  This helped me figure out how much of the lid needed to be cut.  Next, I used tin snips to carefully cut out the traced circle from the Mason jar lid.



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Spray paint the Mason jar lid & band, as well as the soap pump (minus the tube).  You may need a couple of coats, and you really want to ensure you allow a few days for it to properly dry.


Once the paint is dried, you'll take the bottle piece you previously cut, and push it through the top of your Mason jar lid.  

Screw the soap pump onto the bottle (your lid should be in the middle).  If you soap pump wiggles around on the lid a bit, you'll probably want to use the glue gun at this point.  I used a bit of hot glue to adhere the bottle piece to the bottom of the Mason jar lid. 




DIY Mason Jar Foaming Soap Dispenser  #Crafts #Craft #Pump

I always buy all of the large amounts of soap when they go on clearance, so these dispensers are perfect at disguising my frugality. When people come to my house for our 4th of July BBQ, no one can tell they just used St. Patrick's Day soap that I stockpiled at 90% off.  These are so simple to make and add a touch of Southern charm to your home.  They also make easy, inexpensive gifts.  Mother's Day, anyone? 

How did yours turn out?

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Friday, March 1, 2013

About Me



I reside in Austin, Texas with the love of my life.  We met each other in 6th grade, but it wasn't until ten years later that we had our first date - the United States Marine Corps Ball, in Vegas. 
Best. Date. Ever. 



We are a blended family, with an 11yr. old son:



Two rescue dogs, Scout and Lettie {Thank you for saving them, Austin Pets Alive!}; and Grady - former stray, and resident Instigator Asshole Best Friend to his two (canine) sisters:




I started this site to share my favorite DIY projects, recipes, and decorating ideas. When I’m not writing, you can find me hanging out with my husband, on Pinterest or Instagram. I love exploring Williams-Sonoma and Target, drinking Starbucks, baking, boy bands, anything French and inappropriate jokes at the wrong time (it’s never too soon).



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