The seaglass used in all the artwork has been collected from the shores of the Sea of Japan. It is collected by my family and we spend hours designing with it. I am Carolina born and raised by the Atlantic Ocean. The treasures and finds along the sea are so magical . The prints are all custom designed by me and each one varies . Seaglass is like snowflakes. No two pieces are the same. I hope you enjoy visiting my shop and of course, I hope one of my pieces of art will speak to you and you will want it for your home.
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Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter;
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals;
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself.
Especially, do not feign affection.
Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass.
Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be,
and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be careful. Strive to be happy.
I found this poem folded in a small square in my Dad’s wallet after he passed. He had not shared it with me during his lifetime. I do wonder why, but I know it was the right time for me to have it when I opened it and read it. It has never been decided who really wrote this poem. Many have wanted to claim it as their original words. Lucky for us, someone prose it and this mantra can guide us to a life of contentment and love.
Winter is coming and it is time to remember your feathered friends.
I love putting out birdseed and suet , watching the birds come in to feed. Their songs can brighten anyone’s day. In my yard, I have such a variety of birds that visit. I don’t have a favorite as each on them are so pretty . The small finches love the berries on the wax myrtles and flock in the top branches , flying in and out grabbing berries. The cardinals stay for a while and actually perch for a while to eat.
While visiting Yankee Candle this year , I came across Mr. Birds Edible Birdhouses. They are absolutely gorgeous. The prices started at eighty dollars and I really didn’t want to pay that . but I love the look and idea of the edible birdhouse. When I got home, I started researching how to make an edible birdhouse and as you know, you can find anything on Pinterest.
Here is what I found.
I made two birdhouses and I plan to give them to my grandchildren as surprise gifts for Christmas. They were very easy to make and I completed them in least than an hour. I let them dry overnight and wrapped them in clear cellophane , complete with a red bow to give as a gift. Super easy and so pretty
What you need.
Birdhouse – you can either make one or buy one for fairly cheap at a craft store
Edible Glue – there are many recipes out there, or you can even just use peanut butter. The recipe I used calls for flour, corn syrup, and gelatin
Different types of birdseed, raisins, dried fruit, raw nuts, etc.
Decoration – I went outside and gathered some pretty stalks of grass, holly berries, and sweetgum tree balls. Use anything you can find (as long as it’s not poisonous to the birds!)
Step 2: Make Edible Glue – I used a common recipe that I found online:
Heat up the water and then dissolve the gelatin in it. Then mix in the corn syrup and flour. Using whole wheat flour will make a light brown glue, white flour will make a white glue. Whole wheat flour is preferable for the birds as it is more nutritious.
I found that this glue is pretty workable for about half an hour before it starts setting up too much.
Step 3: Glue Birdseed and Decorate
Starting from the top down, spread a thin layer of edible glue on the house and then press birdseed, dried fruit, nuts, etc. into it.
Last year, I received an adorable Christmas gift. It was a framed old vintage red truck with led lights shining in its wreath and headlights. It graced my mantel and I didn’t want to pack it away after the holidays. Guests loved it and all wondered where I got it.
So I asked my friend where did she find this great gift and her answer was ” I made it .” She told me she created it using a gift bag she had purchased at the Dollar Tree. She was kind enough to share me how she did it and was excited that I wanted to share it on my website.
She purchased a canvas, 10 bulb led lights, and a Christmas bag. Three dollars… all from the Dollar Store and started creating.
You cut the picture from the bag to fit the canvas. Using ModgePodge , you coat the canvas with it . Press the picture onto the wet canvas and let it dry. Once dry, put another coat of ModgePodge on it to seal it completely. Let it dry. Using an icepick or sharp scissor point, punch smalls holes where you would like to the lights to shine through. Be sure to make the holes from the front to push the frays toward the back of pic. On back of canvas, push the lights into the holes. Hot glue the lights box back of canvas to secure. It is now ready to frame and dress up your mantel.
I researched on You Tube Old Red Truck and Pinterest Old Red Truck and found that others used wooden backs and drill holes to put in the lights. In addition, instead of framing the picture, they use bows and string to hang. They are absolutely adorable .
Using LED lights as a basic part of a piece of canvas art has grown into a large trend for home decor. There’s something about adding that warm glow that brings the image to life and sets a mood. We especially love this touch for the holidays. Whether it’s a candle flickering in a wintry cabin window or headlights on a red truck, that little pop of light can transform the canvas into a glowing masterpiece. Christmas signs with lights on a Christmas tree look bright and multi-colored. There are many ways to brighten the place with decorations. It can be plain white or you can use clear bulbs that look elegant and stylish. You can even add baubles and other decorations that highlight the Christmas tree and offers the opportunity to last for the entire festive period.
I have gotten so excited about them , I used my creative juices in making one for Halloween to put inside my front door wreath and I am now creating a frame for display to use during the Thanksgiving holidays. Who knows, I may even make several to give away as gifts this year.
The pic is made with dollar store bags modge podged to canvas then after it is dry I topcoat again then pop holes with pointy scissors and hot glue in battery operated lights .
Pecans are a staple in many recipes. To ensure you have the best quality nuts for your next dish, harvest pecans as they drop from the trees. Do not wait and try to harvest them all at one time at the end of the season.
“Harvest your pecans promptly for best quality. Don’t let them lie on wet ground for extended periods of time. The shells need to dry out . They may taste a little green until they dry.
As soon as pecans fall from the tree they begin to dry and cure.
This process improves the quality of the nuts until they reach their optimum appearance, aroma, flavor and texture. If the nuts get wet after initial drying the seed coat will darken and the oil in the kernel increases the fatty acid levels. This condition causes the nut to be stale and rancid. Take pecans to a dry location inside.“Drying is one of the most important steps in assuring a high-quality appearance and flavor in pecans. “If possible, spread pecans out in a dry, moderately warm place and dry several days before storing. Once dried to a crisp texture, pecans should be refrigerated or frozen.
So grab your bucket and and start filling it up. Get in a cozy place at night and then start to cracking. And you can’t help but munch on them while you try to fill up your bowl. Once you crack them, the shelled pecans can also be frozen until you are ready to use them.
Pecans stored below freezing can keep for two years. Be sure kernels are dried properly before freezing. Lay the nuts out several days in a warm, dry place. Kernels should be crisp and break easily in half if dried properly.
“Don’t store pecans in packages with apples or other fruits,” he said. “Also, don’t store them in rubber-like packages or in rooms that may be musty.” Pecans absorb gases from the storage atmosphere, which can change the flavor and the pecan’s stability.
If you need to apply lime or zinc to pecan trees, fall is a good time to do so. Soil testing will provide detailed instructions on fertilizing and liming. Clean up and destroy pops, shucks, leaves and limbs to reduce pest problems.
If trees have lost leaves by Nov. 1 because of aphids, downy spot, pecan scab or other damage, expect to see a reduced pecan crop next year.
Pecans are so worth the picking up and cracking. They are so tasty .
Here are some ideas that are sure to please.
Add some spice to your New Year’s celebrations with several bags of our Cajun Spiced Pecans. Always a best-seller, these pecans are roasted and buttered, then seasons with our special blend of Cajun seasoning to make a hot, spicy south Louisiana treat.
2. Premier Pirogue Gift Package
Make this beautiful, hand-painted Pirogue the centerpiece of your celebration. It’s filled with an array of pecan items including our famous Classic Seven, Chocolate Caramel Candies, Supreme Nut Mix, Roasted Pecans, Pecan Pepper Jelly, and much more.
Of course, fudge is not complete without pecans.
And if you aren’t lucky enough to have your own pecan tree, you can always order them. And start using them in so many ways.
If you need some help with those recipes, check out Mama’s Divinity from Paula Deen’s recipe. Its the old fashioned way of divinity.
1. Try everything twice.
On one woman’s tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph:
“Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!”
2. Keep only cheerful friends.
The grouches pull you down.
(Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!)
3. Keep learning.
Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever…
Never let the brain get idle. ‘An idle mind is the devil’s workshop.’
And the devil’s name is Alzheimer’s!
4. Enjoy the simple things.
5. Laugh often, long and loud.
Laugh until you gasp for breath.
And if you have a friend who makes you laugh, spend lots and lots of time with HIM/HER.
6. The tears happen: endure, grieve and move on. The only person who is with us our entire
life, is ourselves. LIVE while you are alive.
7. Surround yourself with what you love, whether it’s family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever…
Your home is your refuge.
8. Cherish your health.
If it is good, preserve it.
If it is unstable, improve it.
If it is beyond what you can improve, get help.
9. Don’t take guilt trips.
Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county, to a foreign country, but NOT to where
the guilt is.
10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.
I love you, my special friend!
11. Forgive now those who made you cry. You might not get a second chance
can improve, get help.
‘Tis the season for apple picking — and along with it comes the smell of cinnamon and spices. And don’t forget caramel with all types of sprinkles, nuts and chocolate bits.
Apples , apples, apples. Remember learning that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. What is so special about this beautiful fruit ? .
A medium apple is equal to 1.5 cups of fruit.Two cups of fruit daily are recommended on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Here are some nutrition facts for a medium apple:
Calories: 95.
Carbs: 25 grams.
Fiber: 4 grams.
Vitamin C: 14% of the RDI.
Potassium: 6% of the RDI.
Vitamin K: 5% of the RDI.
Manganese, copper and vitamins A, E, B1, B2 and B6: Under 4% of the RDI.
Apples are also a rich source of polyphenols. While nutrition labels don’t list these plant compounds, they are likely responsible for many of the health benefits.
To get the most out of apples, keep the skin on. It contains half of the fiber content and many of the polyphenols.
Apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C. They also contain polyphenols, which can have numerous health benefits.
Apples are good for Weight Loss
Apples are high in fiber and water — two qualities that make them filling.
In one study, participants who ate apple slices before a meal felt fuller than those who consumed applesauce, apple juice or no apple products.In the same study, those who started their meal with apple slices also ate an average of 200 fewer calories than those who didn’t .
An another study, 50 overweight women added either apples or oat cookies to their diets for 10 weeks. Each item had a similar calorie and fiber content. Those who ate apples lost an average of 2 lbs and ate fewer calories overall .Researchers think that apples are more filling because they are less energy-dense, yet still deliver fiber and volume Also some natural compounds in them promote weight loss.
Apples are good for your heart, Apples have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease One reason is that apples contain soluble fiber, which is the kind that can help lower your blood cholesterol levels.They also contain polyphenols, which have antioxidant effects. Many of these are concentrated in the peel.One of these polyphenols is a flavonoid called epicatechin, which may lower blood pressure.An analysis of studies found that high intakes of flavonoids were linked to a 20% lower risk of stroke .Flavonoids can help prevent heart disease by lowering blood pressure, reducing LDL oxidation and acting as antioxidants .Apples promote heart health in several ways. They’re high in soluble fiber, which helps lower cholesterol. They also have polyphenols, which are linked to lower blood pressure and stroke risk.
They’re linked to a lower risk of diabetes .In one large study, eating an apple a day was linked to a 28% lower risk of type 2 diabetes, compared to not eating any apples. Even eating just a few apples a week had a similarly protective effect .It’s possible that the polyphenols in apples help prevent tissue damage to beta cells in the pancreas. Beta cells produce insulin in the body and are often damaged in people with type 2 diabetes.
So they were right, An apple a day helps keep the doctor away. And they taste good too. Try this great link with yummy recipes . While you have an extra mess of apples, try them in a delicious dessert. too. Wrap it up pretty and go knock on the door of your neighbor. The best gift is homemade.
September is apple time. My apple tree is full of little apples this year. And when I think of back to school, I think of apples. September brings us warm and cozy scents, colors of reds, yellows and greens . What has all those wonderful colors…….Apples! They way they smell, the way they crunch, the way they taste and especially the way you can decorate with them. Decorating with apples is so simple, yet elegant. You can have them in a centerpiece or floating in vases. You can use them in garland and make candles out of them. And of course, we eat apples and use them in scrumptious recipes. So today I want to share the ways I grace my home using apples.My favorite way to decorate with apples is to use them in a vignette on my kitchen table. They make a colorful fall centerpiece.
I’m a green apple girl in decor! I think it is because I love green and black and white together! How about you? I bet you could recreate this early fall vignette!
After the apples have been in the vignette a little while you can use them in a recipe. Yes, nothing beats a stress reliever like a slice of apple crunch cake and a cup of coffee. My favorite apple cake recipe is below. You can also add a scoop of ice cream on top…. YUM!
If you have 5 extra minutes you can make this beautiful centerpiece below. I ran out to my garden and grabbed some pretty little flowers and put just a few in each mason jar. Then spilled a bag of green apples into a basket .
And remember your front door. An apple wreath with a touch of burlap and black dresses up your entrance.
I love to core fruits and veggies and put candles in them. And apple candles lined up in a wood bowl all lit up are magical! Even if you are not a crafty, you can do this!
And of course I love the smell of apples , so I make my own simmering pot.
This is a simple simmering recipe. All you need is some apples, oranges, cinnamon and vanilla beans or vanilla extract.
Cut up your fruit and add to a small pot-you can use the entire orange or just the rind, it won’t matter. Add about a half tablespoon of the vanilla and a couple of cinnamon sticks.
Add water to cover the mixture and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and just barely simmer it. It only took about 10 minutes of simmering for our entire home to smell amazing. Add water every so often to replace the water that has evaporated.
This is just a few ways to dress up your home with apples. Please check this Pinterest Link with more ideas.
Hydrangeas are the quintessential romantic summer bloom!!! Their big, moppy heads and little clusters of flowers are iconic! A bountiful bouquet of them cut and arranged on a table is pure heaven. Hydrangeas are one of the best loved flowers around! But like many things, these dramatic beauties can be a little bit of a diva! They often wilt as soon as they are cut and brought into the house. And there is nothing pretty about droopy hydrangeas! Here’s a few ways to guarantee long lasting cut hydrangeas!
As soon as hydrangeas are cut the stems should immediately be put into tepid water. Use a sharp knife or clippers to cut each stem on a diagonal and submerge!
Cut hydrangeas in the morning and choose only the most mature blooms. They will look a little more papery than others.
Use clean, room temperature water for hydrangeas. If you have floral preservative use it too.
When you bring hydrangeas inside make sure you strip off the leaves from each hydrangea stem. I break this rule often… and I shouldn’t! The leaves are big water drinkers and will steal it from the blooms. At least, strip off most of the leaves. Those that are below the water line should absolutely be removed!
Cut the hydrangeas stems to the desired length. Smash the very bottom of them to allow more water to travel up the stems and feed the blooms. I use a wooden meat mallet to crush the ends of the hydrangeas I bring inside. You can also cut the bottom of each stem on the diagonal and then make a cut up each stem instead of smashing it.
Yes, boiling water! Hydrangeas produce a “sap” that clogs their stems and blocks water from traveling up it to those gorgeous blooms. The boiling water helps to do away with the sap.
Put boiling water into a cup. Dip each stem into the boiling water for 30 seconds and immediately put them into a vase or container filled with room temperature water (see directions above).
Replacing the water in the vase or containers that hold hydrangeas will keep them fresher longer! Also, give hydrangeas a fresh cut and dip them in boiling water before putting them in the fresh water!
It takes a little extra care to have a big beautiful bouquet of hydrangeas gracing your home but they are worth it.
Succulents are a drought-resistant plant, and oneof the more popular and well-known varieties isthe basic aloe plant. The leaves and tubers of succulentsare generally fleshy and water-filled. The best part of using succulents in your garden or home is they are easy to maintain, and even themost-unsuccessful gardeners can attain a flourishing crop of plants with little effort. I always thought you needed rocks for the bottom, but no, the soil will fill in those rocks over time. Just make sure your pot has proper drainage. The worst thing you can do is overwater them.Because succulents are smaller in size, they make perfect plants for containers and terrariums. They can be grouped together for an interesting variety of textures and colors. The best thing about succulent gardens is that they require little maintenance and look wonderful with almost no effort. If you’re wondering how to brighten your place up and have a small garden all year round, then creating one of these is ideal.
A big plus is that you can recycle items from around the house for planters.
I have seen succulents planted in old wagons andwheelbarrows and even in vintage tubs and pots.I used an antique colander above, which allows for good drainage.Using a mixture of different plants, I also added an assortment of mosses and lichen as filler, and it adds another element of texture and color.Give succulents a try in your own home or garden. And of course, delight a friend with the perfect gift of their own potted succulent garden. And if you decide to put them in some old farm boots,you’ll be gardening in official Southern style. 
In Carolina on any given summer day, you are likely to find a mess of corn still in its husk at your back door. Carolina is known for its agricultural and farming . The best agricultural colleges in the states are in North Carolina . And one thing you learn is always plant more than enough.
On this early morning, I walk out my back door and find a bushel basket of corn. A neighbor farmer had left it there with a scratch pad note on top. Please make me some of that corn relish like you did last year. I like it on my hot dogs. Also the note said, hold on to my basket. Ill pick it up later this week. So I get myself in gear and start to shucking. That’s what we call it in Carolina.
It is a fairy easy process. You only need a stove top canner to process. The only real work is cleaning the corn and getting it cut from the cob. But with Beach Music playing in the background and a glass of wine close by, it doesn’t feel like work. It actually brings back fond memories of my childhood , a time where my aunt stayed with us in the summers and she was always in the kitchen , canning and preserving.
There are many recipes on corn relish. Mine is tried and true Carolina. It is on a 3 x 5 index card, stained from overused. And it is in my aunt’s handwriting.
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1. Try everything twice.
On one woman’s tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph:
“Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!”
2. Keep only cheerful friends.
The grouches pull you down.
(Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!)
3. Keep learning.
Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever…
Never let the brain get idle. ‘An idle mind is the devil’s workshop.’
And the devil’s name is Alzheimer’s!
4. Enjoy the simple things.
5. Laugh often, long and loud.
Laugh until you gasp for breath.
And if you have a friend who makes you laugh, spend lots and lots of time with HIM/HER.
6. The tears happen: endure, grieve and move on. The only person who is with us our entire
life, is ourselves. LIVE while you are alive.
7. Surround yourself with what you love, whether it’s family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever…
Your home is your refuge.
8. Cherish your health.
If it is good, preserve it.
If it is unstable, improve it.
If it is beyond what you can improve, get help.
9. Don’t take guilt trips.
Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county, to a foreign country, but NOT to where
the guilt is.
10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.
I love you, my special friend!
11. Forgive now those who made you cry. You might not get a second chance.
A simple and fun way to add a decorative touch is a Mason jar herb garden. Most herbs are extremely easy to grow and growing them in a jar is easy peazy as long as you provide plenty of light and proper drainage.
A couple of herb garden Mason jars tucked into a bookshelf or resting in a sunny windowsill brings the outside into the kitchen. Plus, the added benefit is you can easily snip off a sprig from your jar of herbs for your latest culinary masterpiece. The easier herbs to grow in a jar are
The first thing is finding the jars. Mason jars are the easiest and look great in the Farm House setting. I have used Skippy peanut butter jars and decorated them with burlap ribbon and bows. After finding your jars, wash them and let them dry. You are now ready to plant your herbs.
Starting your jar of herbs from seeds in the Mason jar is not a recommended course of action. Using transplants is a surer recipe for success when planting herbs in canning jars, such as the plants for herb jars listed above. Herbs have roots that are a little larger than their top growth so be sure to use a jar that allows for the root growth. It is helpful to select drought friendly herbs in case of missed watering, and trailing herbs like some thyme look lovely in the glass jar.
Also adequate drainage is essential for your herbs , so I add a few stones in the bottom of jar before adding the soil. It also adds a cute look to the jar.
My favorite herbs are mint and rosemary because of their fragrances. Bring them in from outside and their delicate hints of freshness fills the room.
Dressing up the jar is up to your imagination. I even top mine off with herbs spikes, complete with writing their names in chalk.
Spring is officially here ! And it has put me in the mood to change the look of patio furniture. What better way than to update cushions and pillows. I have so many pillows and they are still in very good shape. This year I decided I would make Pillow Wraps to add to them . They add just the right touch to my patio and the cost was so budget friendly. I purchased a roll of burlap ribbon from Hobby Lobby
and also used ribbons I already had on hand from prior projects. You can stencil your burlap ribbon or apply premade adhesive letters or sayings.
I love simple sewing projects that have a big impact. And this project is super easy. All you have to sew is the Velcro closure on the ends of ribbon . So it is only 4 seams. When wrapping a 12 inch pillow, you cut your ribbon 30 inches. This gives you plenty of room to adjust your wrap .
Okay, now let’s make one, you’re going to need:
An existing pillow
30 inch ribbon of burlap or any ribbon you like to wrap around your pillow
Fusible Seam Tape or velcro
On the front of the pillow measure how much of the pillow you want covered by the burlap or ribbon, this plus 2” will be the width of your pillow sleeve piece.
Cut and then sew your velcro backing to the each end of the ribbon.
Adhere your premade decal on front of burlap or stencil your saying.
Wrap around your pillow. You are done. You can dress up your patio within 30 minutes for less than 15 dollars. Now that’s a bargain.
Imagine a room filled with 55,000 chocolate Easter Eggs wrapped in purple foil all ready for delivery. The smell of peanut butter and cream cheese together with melted chocolate . That is what you will find at the Kernersville First Presbysterian Church each Easter season. Volunteers from the church begin the Lenten season hand dipping chocolate Easter eggs. This is an annual fundraiser for the church and the monies from the 45 cent eggs have offered financial support to various charities in their community. In 2015 they provided support to: Kernersville Police Department’s Camp for Kids, Kernersville Fire Department’s Safety Seat Program, Crisis Control, Next Step Ministries Battered Women’s Shelter, Kernersville Local Schools Gift Cards for Student Needs, and Kernersville Library for Children’s Books. The Egg Ministry also provides support for First Presbyterian’s Scholarship Fund and Youth Mission activities.
Church ministries throughout North Carolina have their Easter egg hunts and Chocolate ministries, but Kernersville Presbysterian is known statewide. The orders for eggs begin in January, from people from all over the state. You can even order them online and have them shipped. Their recipe is a secret. I have tried several chocolate Easter egg recipes through the years and I have my own favorite. It has the added ingredient of cream cheese combined with the chocolate that makes the inside so creamy and light. So if you are not able to order your eggs in time from the local church, try this recipe at home. Personalized it with your special love one’s names. They are delicious and they won’t last long.
Studies have revealed that there are certain health benefits from eating bittersweet chocolate.
Consuming bittersweet chocolate on a daily basis is actually quite good for you. All variations of dark chocolate contain antioxidants that lower blood pressure and help protect your heart.
This is an intense, creamy one-ingredient chocolate mousse adapted from the molecular gastronomist Hervé . The nearly instant recipe also happens to be vegan; without the distraction of cream or eggs, a complex chocolate can shine. The mousse serves four, and it can be doubled. But even if you’re serving two, don’t be tempted to halve it.
This is a super easy, super rich. Follow the recipe to a T.
The mousse holds up quite a while too, so I was able to make this way ahead of time, and just scooped it into pretty glasses.
I didn’t have the arm strength to whisk by hand so cheated and used a hand mixer. 🙂
Everyone likes it, but it got a little….intense after a while, so I added a bit of high quality olive oil, which made it taste even more amazing
This is how the Spanish make their delicious “chocolate.” They use milk serve it hot with churros. The cold version has to be eaten immediately or the fat separates and floats to the top. I love it because It’s like getting a shot of espresso for a chocoholic. Let’s Celebrate Bittersweet Chocolate Day !
More recipes if you just can’t get enough mousse.. and who can ?
Bittersweet Brownie Cookies
Bittersweet Chocolate Waffles with Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Bittersweet Chocolate and Stout Beer Ice Cream
Bittersweet Chocolate and Cashew Cookie Brittle
Do you need a silhouette cameo machine ? Do you like crafts and creating ? Do you always need another monogram ? If you answer yes, you just might want to invest in a cameo. Sewing has always been a passion for me. When I retired, I invested into an embroidery machine and began the world of designs and personalizing anything I could sew a design on. One day while shopping for material, I saw an embroidered tote. It wasn’t done in thread, but vinyl. I didn’t know this could be done . I discovered the world of vinyl and heat transfer and I wish there were more hours in a day, just to create and complete my creations.
If you are interested in designing your own monograms and designs at a nominal cost, the Cameo Silhouette is perfect. Since purchasing the Cameo, I hardly ever use my embroidery machine. The Cameo is easy to learn and with you-tube tutorials, you can be an experienced user of the Cameo in the matter of a month. Please enjoy some of my and other’s designs that have been created with a Cameo.
Source :http://www.theinspiredhousewife.com/2011/02/do-i-need-a-silhouette-machine/
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On a cold winters day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day, which is celebrated annually on January 8 th. More and more people are celebrating this national holiday. So much so greeting card companies have cards to send your favorite people celebrating the day.
It is a great holiday to have a tea party with friends and share bath products and small bath gifts. I like sharing soothing bath recipes . I make my own bath soaks and give them as gifts in a jar . Pinterest has tons of recipes too.
And while we are celebrating this fun day, it wouldn’t be complete without having Mr. Bubble close by. Who hasn’t had a Mr. Bubble bath ? He is as American as Buster Brown shoes.
Mr. Bubble is the #1 brand of bath products in the United States and in 2011 it celebrated its 50th birthday. Mr. Bubble is a brand of bath product made by The Village Company. He was created in 1961 in North Dakota .
And we all know this slogan ” Makes Getting Clean Almost as Much Fun as Getting Dirty!”
But did you know that Mr. Bubble made several TV appearances. His career as a TV celebrity has lasted through several decades. Mr. Bubble TV show appearances:
So run a luxurious bubble bath today. Invite Mr. Bubble or add your own favorite soaks and bubbles. Add a bit of oil to the water to majorly moisturize your skin, light some candles for ambiance, grab a magazine and maybe a glass of wine and just totally bliss out for a bit. Take the opportunity to treat yourself to some you-time and celebrate this National Holiday. And relax in your own Bedroom Sanctuary Happy Bubble Bath Day !
We are getting ready for the first snow in the Carolinas. 2017. And they promise it will be a big one. To a East Coast Carolina Girl, any snow is big . The water and bread shortage has begun and the snow doesn’t arrive until midnight. Other necessities like wine, movies, evaporated milk and sugar can still be found. A favorite in Carolina is snow cream. And my mother made the best. A recipe close to hers is made by Mama Peggy. Click to enjoy her recipe. Mama Peggy . I love hot chocolate and my plans are to put the crockpot on and settle in with a scrumptious cup of peppermint hot chocolate and catch up on my kindle unlimited books. Awwww.
There is a feel of Autumn approaching. Fogs across the fields in the morning and leaves falling from the trees. Nights cool quickly and the warmth from the fire pit feels perfect. It’s never too early for cheesecake and this recipe is a hit with a cup of coffee sitting by the fire. And it is a no- bake recipe. Easy-Peasy!
