My new line of JERSEY SCARVES are finally available! This is the first in a line of 5-8 designs that will all be available in my Etsy shop within the next week! The scarves are a full 90" long for wrapping various styles. The edges are fully finished and hand serged by me. These are truly unique creations and are SO soft and comfy - quoted by many of the patrons at my last show!
Well, I finally got some shots of my booth set up for Market Day this month! This is a fantastic small show but I only have a 6ft x 5ft booth space - just enough for a table and I have one back wall to showcase my screen printing goodies.
For those of you with an autumn gathering coming up - this is for you! Spice up your meal with this fantastic Autumn Punch. Quick and easy but so yummy and pretty!1. Place cloves and vanilla bean in center of a double-thick 6-inch square of 100-percent-cotton cheesecloth. Bring corners of cloth together; tie closed with clean string. Pour apple-cranberry juice into a large container or pitcher. Add plums and spice bag. Cover and chill for 4 to 24 hours.
2. Remove and discard cheesecloth bag. Stir in Gewurztraminer. Serve beverage and plum slices over ice. (Or omit the ice and heat the juice mixture and wine in a 4-quart Dutch oven until hot. Serve in heatproof mugs.) Makes 10 to 12 servings.
*Nonalcoholic Option: Substitute two 12-ounce cans chilled ginger ale for the Gewurztraminer, and serve over ice.
More recipes at betterhomesandgardens.com
Just had to feature that fun flapper tote that I uploaded a few weeks ago so I went with a bit of pink this week! Hope you enjoy it!
I have had my eye on Stacey's work for quite a while now. I love the whimsical style of her work and how every piece is just so adorable. Well, her newest series is no exception. This family of snowmen are the cutest things I think I have ever seen - what personality! I picked a few of my favorite members of the snowman family but be sure to visit her shop to see the whole gang and more!
Got some fun news this week that SHL Stork Baby Invitations were selected on babble.com as the best baby girl baby invitations for 2010! I had never visited babble.com until this time as it is a parenting blog - wow - it is a great blog! Anyway, check out the full line of Babble's Best of Shower Invitations 2010 here:
And the Winner is post #5 Panda! Urban Walls will be contacting you shortly for your prize color selection and address to ship out your lovely prize. If you didn't win this time - no worries - we do this every month so check back with us in October!
A little breakfast, a little treat - what a great mix! This crumb cake is so amazing and filled with flavor - you must try it! You can also vary by baking with or without nuts and also by using pre-made filling for a little less work!FOR THE APPLES:
3 medium fuji apples, peeled, cored and cut into a 1/2" dice
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp kosher salt
FOR THE CRUMB:
2 sticks (1 cup) butter, soften
2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 egg
FOR THE ICING:
2 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar, sifted
2 tbsp milk
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease an 8x11.5" glass or ceramic baking dish.
2. Place all ingredients for the apples into a mixing bowl. Toss to coat and evenly distribute all ingredients.
3. Place first 5 ingredients for the crumb into a mixing bowl. Blend the ingredients together using a pastry blender or a fork until the butter has been incorporated and there are crumbs the size of peas. Add the egg to the crumb mixture and lightly stir just until the egg has been incorporated. Try not to over work the mixture. You want for there to still be pea-sized crumbs after incorporating the egg.
4. Reserve 1 heaping cup of the crumb mixture. Pour the rest of the crumb into the prepared baking dish. Using your hands or the back of a spoon, gently press the crumb mixture into the dish to form a level crust.
5. Next evenly distribute the apple mixture over the crust and sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the apples.
6. Bake for about 50 minutes or until crumb is golden and apples are soft.
7. Remove from oven and cool for 1 hour.
8. While the bars are cooling, make the icing. Add all ingredients into a mixing bowl. Whisk or beat until smooth.
9. Once the bars are cooled drizzle with the cream cheese icing. Cut into bars and enjoy! Bars can be made 2 days in advance. Simply cover the bars once they've cooled to room temperature.
More recipes at whatwereeating.com
I know - another fall feature but I tell you I keep finding fabulous things to feature for fall! I am going to keep them coming til winter ;-)
New set of fun retro flower style notes & new Robot Birdie tote are now available in the shop! Many more new things coming soon!
Oh, do I have a treat for you - a fantastic seller sponsored giveaway from URBAN WALLS! They offer an amazing selection of pre-designed wall decals along with custom design services. This week URBAN WALLS is offering you this beautiful Chandelier decal in the color of your choice!
Yes, I know that I am a day early with the Friday feature but that is because I am going on VACATION this weekend! My husband and I are heading to Chicago for the weekend. I will be out Friday through next Monday so we will be skipping Monday Munchies next week as well. In the meantime here is a lovely treasury for you to enjoy while I am gone - Have a great weekend!
Several new screenprinted items were added to the shop today. This one is one of my fav designs - hopefully you will enjoy her too!
And the Winner is post #69 Stephanie! I will be contacting you shortly for your address to ship out your lovely prize. If you didn't win this time - no worries - we do this every month so check back with us in October!
Looking for a burger that takes great and isn't full of calories - look no further! Watching ones weight can be a challenge but having great light recipes is the key to success!1. Place bun in a food processor; process 4 times or until crumbs measure about 1 cup. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Combine 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, and beans in processor; pulse 8 times or until beans make a thick paste. Scrape bean mixture into bowl with breadcrumbs. Stir in rind and remaining ingredients. With moistened hands, divide bean mixture into 4 equal portions (about 1/3 cup mixture per portion), shaping each into a 3-inch patty.
3. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties to pan; reduce heat to medium, and cook 4 minutes or until bottom edges are browned. Carefully turn patties over; cook 3 minutes or until bottom edges are done.
More recipes at cookinglight.com
In the spirit of my new fall goodies we have another treasury in the lovely colors of fall. This time we are switching up the colors to a rich chocolate, fall yellow & lovely green.
Fall is here and the shop is full of fall goodies! The last few days I have been filling the shop with fall artwork - be sure to check it out!