Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Things I have tried on Pinterest. Issue 1



  I am attempting to resuscitate my blog.  In my attempt of finding fodder to chat about, I realized that my obsession with Pinterest has taken the place of my blogging interest (well kinda).  I then had an epiphany of sorts.  I figured I would blog about the things I have tried, or projects that were inspired by my Pinterest finds!  It's a win/win for me....it gives me something to write about, and motivation to try some of the 2,073 things I have pinned. (That way I can justify the endless amount of time I spending pouring over all of the pinners, pins I follow) :)

  Here goes.  Earlier this week I attempted to make Pumpkin Spice Brownies, Using just a box of brownie mix and a can of pumpkin puree.  Result:  Extremely chewy brownies, that left me wishing I had just made pumpkin spice frosting and made regular old brownies. 


Now I DID frost them with homemade butter cream pumpkin spice frosting..... That was delish!  Super easy too.  You need:
2 sticks of butter
2 C of powdered sugar
about 3 T pumpkin spice seasoning!

So my advice, Make the brownies according to the directions and frost LIBERALLY! 


Next I tried this easy to do, Topsy Tail High Bun.  I have an appointment to see the Doctor today, and didn't feel like messing with my hair.  Result:  Awesome easy and elegant Up Do.  I honestly think it took all of 5 minutes! 

 








I added a flower....well because, my Daughter and I are in LOVE with them, and in South Texas it just seems to make every outfit feel more Texan! ;)



Today my outfit is inspired by Pinterest.  I wish I had a Maxi skirt as long as the one below. I am 5'8 and it's hard to find ANY skirts that length on me. I won't give up hunting for one though.  Maybe I will have to find a pattern to MAKE one?! 



Here is the Pinterest inspiration. Can you see most of the elements?  I just LOVE my denim jacket, and am so glad it was returned to me this Sunday.  I accidentally left it behind at church a couple of weeks ago!! Ahhhhhhh.  It feels good to post again.  Now to redesign my site, but first.....pick up the Oldest from school :)  Blessings!  Paula

Monday, January 16, 2012

Valentine's Day Conversation Heart Sugar Cookie!





My Lovely Sister In Law made these wonderful conversation heart sugar cookies!!  Just thought I would share the inspiration.  I will be sure to get the recipe she uses for the cookies and the frosting and post ASAP!!


UPDATE!!
Here are the frosting and food coloring she uses!! 

Above is the sugar cookie recipe.  Copyright 1961.  I love the vintage drawing on the bottom!!
Next time I will make her use step by step instructions :)

Blessings!  Paula 






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