Recycling items to make something new is one of my favorite things to do. Dubbed "Upcycling", I love bringing new life to old pieces of furniture, clothing, and even holiday decorations. Photo's of the banner I made in 2015 Fall Banner This fun, "FALL" banner was something I'd made for the fireplace at our old house. I surrounded it with a grapevine pumpkin, old wooden Nick Knacks, and other rustic Autumn decor. ... Read the Post...
Slider Burgers with Caramelized Onions
Who doesn't love a good burger? When my boys asked if I could make them some Slider Burgers I knew it was time to come up with something REALLY GOOD! These's tasty little burgers with Colby Jack cheese & Caramelized Onions were a big hit! You want to make sure you use a good quality, soft roll. The first time I made these I used Kings Hawaiian Rolls. They were good but not exactly the right flavor. Then I found St. ... Read the Post...
Caramel Apple Pie Cupcakes
Say What?! That's right I said Caramel Apple Pie Cupcakes! I wholeheartedly agree with Plato who said, "Necessity is the mother of all invention". I had received a last minute plea for baked good donations for a women's group fundraiser I looked in my pantry to see what I had and put my creativity cap on. And the Caramel Apple Pie Cupcake was born! What's On Hand When you're in a pinch to make something quick, start with what ... Read the Post...
Spooktacular Halloween Centerpiece
I was asked to make family friendly centerpieces for a community Halloween party. Since I was making 30 of them, I needed something that was simple, inexpensive, and fun. This darling witch's hat makes the perfect Halloween centerpiece! Materials I purchased the hats for $1.99 from the Halloween section in Wal-Mart. They had colored hair attached underneath in the back. The leaves, berries, and pumpkins were also ... Read the Post...