February 2012

Tomato Feta Open Omelet

February 28, 2012

I’m learning the ways of eggs.  Until about ten years ago, I didn’t eat “predominantly egg” dishes.  If they were hiding amongst bunches of veggies or wrapped up in a quiche, that was fine; eggs by themselves or with a small amount of toppings were not my thing.  In the last year or so, I’ve [...]

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Low-Commitment Projects: House Paint

February 27, 2012

Erm, I painted my house for this week’s Low-Commitment Project.  More accurately, I painted the front of our house.  You see, we have to get new siding soon, so this was my once-in-a-lifetime chance to make the front of our house look like it is wallpapered.  This project is titled House Paint.  Each step of the [...]

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Chocolate Peanut Spread

February 24, 2012

I will find any excuse to make chocolate treats.  My dad’s birthday is coming up, so I knew I needed to make this chocolate peanut spread for a gift.  If there’s a little left over, of course I’ll taste it.  Incidentally, my dad does have chocolate cravings on par with mine, so this wasn’t a totally [...]

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Michael Made: My New Belt

February 23, 2012

My husband is good at making all sorts of things, but he gets bored with doing the same thing more than once or twice.  Lucky for me, I got in on the belt-making phase right at the beginning, before his interest waned.  Michael finished my new belt last night, and I’m totally thrilled with it.

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Cinnamon Apple Buttermilk Scones

February 21, 2012

Two topics:  The Thin Man and Cinnamon Apple Buttermilk Scones.  Firstly, my parents got Michael and me hooked on The Thin Man recently.  We’ve only seen two of the movies, and we’re smitten.  If you’re looking for something to rent, please please please try this 1934 detective/comedy flick.  Oh, maybe you’re all modern and use [...]

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Low-Commitment Projects: Tae’s “Wash Me Dirty Car Drawings”

February 20, 2012

Tae’s Low-Commitment Project this week perfectly exemplifies our title–I love that she found her materials (a dirty car and I assume her finger) and made something amazing out of practically nothing.  Check out her Wash Me Dirty Car Drawings.

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Coconut Ginger Tapioca with Mango

February 18, 2012

I spend a fair amount of time trying to fool myself into thinking I’m not really eating dessert.  I know I consume more cookies, bars, and tarts than one should, so I’ll set a mental goal of not making any dessert Monday through Friday in a given week.  As Monday afternoon approaches and my sweet [...]

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Grapefruit Avocado Salad

February 16, 2012

I feel like such a February cliché.  ”It’s been winter for awhile now, we’re all sick of starchy root vegetables, and we need something to brighten up our taste buds.  Sounds like it’s high time for citrus salads!”  Ugh.  Well, I can’t help it.  I’m giving in and sharing my own current citrus salad favorite.

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Happy Valentine’s Day, Folks

February 14, 2012

   

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***Sexy Sale Alert***

February 14, 2012

If you didn’t manage to pick up a kitten, galloping horse, or inspirational saying by anonymous calendar yet for 2012, you’re in luck.  Not only do I still have a few 2012 Hot Bikini Ladies Calendars in my shop–they’re on sale for a super steal at $6 a pop.  You can’t beat that with a [...]

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