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Hope everyone is doing great and I'm wishing you all a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!<br />
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- StacieStacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-58574356086420150622012-12-24T22:43:00.001-05:002012-12-24T22:43:19.169-05:00Merry Christmas!Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas....and if you don't celebrate Christmas I hope you have a wonderful celebration of your choosing or even just have a marvelous day if you don't celebrate anything! Wanted to make sure I spread some love to everyone! :)<br />
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Well, I took these pictures before Thanksgiving and it only took a month to post them....not bad right? LOL! The main areas...kitchen, living room and bathroom. That is all I have for now...hope everyone is doing well! </div>
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<br />Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-643975287031286262012-12-14T17:07:00.001-05:002012-12-14T17:07:44.838-05:00Checking InHey everyone!<br />
Just checking in and saying hi....how are you all doing? I know I promised pictures and I apologize for not having those posted yet (I will soon though)....the weeks are just flying by and I hope you understand I have alot going on right now! We officially closed on selling our house last week so no more paperwork.....what a relief to also have less payments to make each month! I have also been working practically everyday with my regular job and hubby and I are still plugging away daily on building the new house which sadly will be nowhere near finished by moving time but it will be liveable with running water, appliances, toilet, shower...the basics! LOL! I have also been trying really hard to get rid of several items either by donation or selling. I had a big moving sale in October and it was a success but I still needed to get rid of some big items like a HUGE dining room set and a grandfather clock. I am happy to say I just sold all of that today! :)<br />
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The goal is to move between Christmas and New Year's....wish us luck with the weather!! <br />
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<br />Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-2372263452880030142012-11-22T06:39:00.000-05:002012-11-22T06:39:34.310-05:00Happy Thanksgiving!!Hi everyone!<br />
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Just wanted to pop in real quick and wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving for those that are celebrating! For those that aren't I just hope you have a happy day!! :)<br />
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I also wanted to thank those of you who have left comments or e-mailed me to make sure I was still doing okay since I haven't been on here in ages! I truly appreciate you checking in...makes a girl feel special! *BIG HUGS*<br />
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I FINALLY remembered to take my camera out this week and took some pics of the new house coming together. We still have a ton of work ahead of us but we are making progress! I hope to post a few of those pics later this week or next.<br />
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- Stacie Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-16543371644035419522012-10-02T20:25:00.000-04:002012-10-03T20:33:18.280-04:00Tasty Tuesday and News!I have decided to start another blog just for recipes so Tasty Tuesday is on hold until I can get that set up. I will let you know when it is up and running so hopefully you can come follow me and enjoy some delicious recipes! :)<div>
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I also have some news that I think we have sold our house! WAHOO!!! Providing everything goes through we will be moving in December! That means some crazy work for us until then getting the new house ready...it won't be completely finished when we move in but atleast it will be liveable! So keep your fingers crossed everything goes accordingly! </div>
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Sadly I had to step down from the design teams I was on but you will still see me around here and there. I will post when I can and of course I will visit you all when possible!</div>
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Hopefully I can post some house pictures in the near future so you can see where all my hard work is going! Oh and if you have any craft room ideas let me know because I will have my own room....that won't be worked on right away but it never hurts to think about it in advance! :)</div>
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Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-90777750449651629892012-09-28T07:37:00.005-04:002012-10-05T20:25:32.934-04:00Sunshine Award!<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QO9WznOaIxY/UGWIKgpX4UI/AAAAAAAAFOA/uTpB9wdTT5I/s1600/sunshine-award1.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="196" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QO9WznOaIxY/UGWIKgpX4UI/AAAAAAAAFOA/uTpB9wdTT5I/s400/sunshine-award1.jpg" width="200" /></a><br />
I received this award from my fab blogging pal Becky...you can find her fantastic creations and recipes by clicking <a href="http://scrappinbeckyb.blogspot.com/">HERE!</a> Thanks again for passing this award onto me! :)<br />
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Now the Sunshine Award details...<br />
Thank the one who gave you the award<br />
Answer the 10 questions below<br />
Pass the award on to 10 blogs<br />
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Here are the 10 questions and my answers:<br />
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1. Favorite color: Blue...any shade!<br />
2. Favorite animal: I can't show favorites so I will have to say a dog and chinchilla since I have both!<br />
3. Favorite number: Ummm....5?<br />
4. Favorite Drink: Water...but that is so plain so for a treat I make hot mint tea with agave!<br />
5. Facebook or Twitter: Neither (I'm a technology dinosaur these days!) LOL!<br />
6. Good book or good movie: Good movie<br />
7. My passion: Cooking/baking...I LOVE food!!<br />
8. Giving or getting gifts: Both<br />
9. Favorite day: Saturday<br />
10. Favorite flower: Mimosa ... check it out! Edited to add the correct link! <a href="http://www.directgardening.com/detail.asp?ProductID=5602">http://www.directgardening.com/detail.asp?ProductID=5602</a><br />
They smell good too! :)<br />
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So many people inspire me so if you would like this award please feel free to take it and post on your blog. Share the sunshine!<br />
<br />Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-90673978555444831032012-09-25T09:51:00.000-04:002012-09-25T09:51:58.613-04:00Steak and Blueberry Salad<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9zn0CmKBb00/UGG136vphBI/AAAAAAAAFMQ/oBXY6oxF1Z8/s1600/steak%2Band%2Bblueberry%2Bsalad.JPG" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="296" width="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-9zn0CmKBb00/UGG136vphBI/AAAAAAAAFMQ/oBXY6oxF1Z8/s400/steak%2Band%2Bblueberry%2Bsalad.JPG" /></a>
This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover grilled steak!
Click <a href="http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/spinach_steak_blueberry_salad.html">HERE</a> for the recipe!
Note: This is a versatile salad because you could change up the greens, nuts and cheese...I used a baby spring mix instead of spinach, pecans instead of walnuts and blue cheese instead of feta! If your in a hurry don't worry about making the dressing just splash some balsamic vinegar on it and your good to go!
Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-22968217688121861492012-09-18T21:57:00.000-04:002012-09-19T21:58:14.025-04:00Shrimp and Kale Over Roasted Garlic Polenta<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HzLcAPS9YA4/UFp3ibc9M1I/AAAAAAAAFKg/l3AG9mifi1o/s1600/Shrimp%2Band%2BKale%2BOver%2BRoasted%2BGarlic%2BPolenta.jpg" imageanchor="1" style=""><img border="0" height="147" width="182" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HzLcAPS9YA4/UFp3ibc9M1I/AAAAAAAAFKg/l3AG9mifi1o/s400/Shrimp%2Band%2BKale%2BOver%2BRoasted%2BGarlic%2BPolenta.jpg" /></a>
Click <a href="http://www.recipe.com/shrimp-kale-over-roasted-garlic-polenta/">HERE</a> for the recipe!
Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-33611096298809540212012-09-11T15:12:00.003-04:002012-09-11T15:17:21.623-04:00Provencal Summer Vegetable Bake<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RBz2P21vvHc/UE-NknlK1YI/AAAAAAAAFHA/cMH8vQcBt_k/s1600/Provencal%2BSummer%2BVegetable%2BBake.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 140px; height: 197px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RBz2P21vvHc/UE-NknlK1YI/AAAAAAAAFHA/cMH8vQcBt_k/s400/Provencal%2BSummer%2BVegetable%2BBake.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5786999706434065794" /></a><br /><br />Click <a href="http://wegottaeat.com/eileen.stalec/recipes/provenal-summer-vegetable-bake">HERE</a> for the recipe!Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-83843441259683683002012-09-10T12:42:00.003-04:002012-09-10T13:01:19.196-04:00Happy Birthday Bunnies<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z9jKU4NruKM/UE4YnT-PboI/AAAAAAAAFFI/9-kP8mXgGUo/s1600/Happy%2BBirthday%2BBunnies.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z9jKU4NruKM/UE4YnT-PboI/AAAAAAAAFFI/9-kP8mXgGUo/s400/Happy%2BBirthday%2BBunnies.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5786589634872962690" /></a><br /><br />Main image is from Doodle Palace<br />Butterfly, snails and sentiment are from Lawn Fawn<br /><br />Challenges:<br /><a href="http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/2012/09/week-171-layers.html">Allsorts</a> - Layers<br /><a href="http://charismacardz.blogspot.com/2012/09/challenge-35-seeing-double.html">Charisma Cardz</a> - Seeing Double<br /><a href="http://craftyourpassionchallenges.blogspot.com/2012/09/challenge-127-blast-form-past.html">Craft Your Passion</a> - Blast From The Past (I chose challenge 98 which was red, white and blue)<br /><a href="http://cupcakecraftchallenges.blogspot.com/2012/09/cupcake-209-in-stitches.html">Cupcake Craft</a> - In Stitches<br /><a href="http://deliciousdoodleschallenge.blogspot.com/2012/09/we-are-back-challenge-1.html">Delicious Doodle</a> - Celebrations<br /><a href="http://kaboodledoodles.blogspot.com/2012/09/challenge-136-flowers.html">Kaboodle Doodle</a> - Flowers<br /><a href="http://pennyschallenges.blogspot.com/2012/09/pennys-challenge-number-92.html">Penny's Challenge</a> - Sew Charming<br />Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-81838201254115744862012-09-04T20:36:00.000-04:002012-09-05T20:43:38.899-04:00Flat Bottom Fruit Pie<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UNjz--sANWk/UEfwWNDCzeI/AAAAAAAAFDc/5hDNH5mgtA4/s1600/Flat%2BBottom%2BFruit%2BPie.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 184px; height: 159px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UNjz--sANWk/UEfwWNDCzeI/AAAAAAAAFDc/5hDNH5mgtA4/s400/Flat%2BBottom%2BFruit%2BPie.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5784856510630907362" /></a><br /><br />A great way to use up some fruit you might have on hand...I had peaches and blueberries so that is what I used. A few other changes I made to the recipe: I used almond milk instead of half and half (you could use whatever milk you have), I also used fat free cool whip. The texture does come out a bit different with these substitutions but it saves on calories and allows me to eat more dessert... plus it still tastes amazing so you won't hear me complaining! <br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/flat-bottom-fruit-pie-106569.aspx">HERE</a> for the recipe!<br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-8937244835937178882012-09-02T16:50:00.000-04:002012-09-02T16:50:00.976-04:00Unstampabelles Challenge #15Time for our 15th challenge over at <a href="http://unstampabelleschallenges.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size:130%;">Unstampabelles</span></a> and for this month we want to see EMBOSSING! You have until September 28th to get your entries in and the new challenge will start on October 1st!<br />*Just remember......NO STAMPS at all! No rubber, digi, etc.!<br /><br />Please go to the Unstampabelles blog for sponsor and prize information! <br /><br />Now for my DT project to get you started!<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a-SEBEMaVrQ/UEK1jNyfwMI/AAAAAAAAE_8/hPP2l32agY8/s1600/Star%2BBaby%2BTag.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 234px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a-SEBEMaVrQ/UEK1jNyfwMI/AAAAAAAAE_8/hPP2l32agY8/s400/Star%2BBaby%2BTag.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5783384488098644162" /></a><br /><br />I made a tag using shadow embossing. This is where you run your die cuts through an embossing folder and then shift the paper a little and run them through again. A random pattern like dots works best. Also, I would suggest using a darker paper than I did and maybe something that you can sand like core'dinations...I think it would make the shadowing part stand out better.<br /><br />Hope to see you joining in our challenge!! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-82427239690517421802012-08-29T22:43:00.000-04:002012-08-30T07:14:48.107-04:00Magical<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7aKUmzoI7ic/UBIAWCw3YYI/AAAAAAAAEmA/ssNQcVgQPbk/s1600/Magical.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7aKUmzoI7ic/UBIAWCw3YYI/AAAAAAAAEmA/ssNQcVgQPbk/s400/Magical.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5769674451313975682" /></a><br /><br />Another pre-colored Christmas image by Nicecrane Designs which you can find in the store by clicking <a href="http://nicecranedesigns.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=921">HERE!</a> The sentiment is created from an alphabet stamp set by Lawn Fawn....so fun making my own words! <br /><br />I just love the images from the Little Girl Magic collection! Christmas will be here before you know it so this is a good time to stock up on those holiday images and get started on those cards! <br /><br />Once again the colors are a little different because of my printer but I'm pretty happy about it since I found that paper to match! :)<br /><br />Challenges:Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-3239419637001310102012-08-28T09:24:00.002-04:002012-08-28T09:36:52.848-04:00White Chocolate S'mores Gooey Cake Bars<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UUkJHsiiq-4/UDzGwFXMyDI/AAAAAAAAE5Q/w3V0QR8bFXA/s1600/White%2BChocolate%2BS%2527mores%2BGooey%2BCake%2BBars.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 336px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UUkJHsiiq-4/UDzGwFXMyDI/AAAAAAAAE5Q/w3V0QR8bFXA/s400/White%2BChocolate%2BS%2527mores%2BGooey%2BCake%2BBars.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5781714551012378674" /></a><br /><br />I took these to a family reunion over the summer and they were a hit! Everyone raved about these bars and they were gobbled up so fast not everyone got to try them so next year I will be making more than one batch!<br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.lovintheoven.com/2011/09/white-chocolate-smores-gooey-cake-bars.html">HERE</a> for the recipe!<br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-32466817417536797612012-08-23T15:54:00.002-04:002012-08-23T16:01:57.939-04:00Birthday Dinner!I officially turned one year older yesterday but thanks to exercising and eating better (I have now lost 30 pounds) I am in better shape now than I was 10 years ago (such a good feeling)! The day went pretty good and I wanted to give a shout out and say thank you so much to those that sent me birthday wishes...means more than you will ever know!! I also had to show off what hubby made for dinner...he rarely...and I do mean RARELY cooks so I was pleasantly surprised with this gourmet meal after returning home last night from work and yoga! DELISH!!! That man sure can grill to perfection! :) <br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Es4SRwDJVqo/UDaKqMt6QYI/AAAAAAAAE3Y/zHNqX1sWId4/s1600/bday%2Bdinner.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 288px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Es4SRwDJVqo/UDaKqMt6QYI/AAAAAAAAE3Y/zHNqX1sWId4/s400/bday%2Bdinner.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5779959629349536130" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XHgeYMOk-F8/UDaKqgNzW3I/AAAAAAAAE3k/eX_hc-LVAec/s1600/bday%2Bdessert.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 212px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XHgeYMOk-F8/UDaKqgNzW3I/AAAAAAAAE3k/eX_hc-LVAec/s400/bday%2Bdessert.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5779959634583575410" /></a>Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-49523897739320698592012-08-21T21:56:00.004-04:002012-08-21T22:04:31.946-04:00Taco Salad <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uBHyHa6UGXg/UDQ8Uc48FeI/AAAAAAAAE0E/zyQgAYJKDtA/s1600/taco%2Bsalad.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 361px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uBHyHa6UGXg/UDQ8Uc48FeI/AAAAAAAAE0E/zyQgAYJKDtA/s400/taco%2Bsalad.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5779310543873250786" /></a><br /><br />I received this recipe off a co-worker 5 years ago for my bridal shower. It is so easy to throw together for a quick dinner or a party!<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />1 bottle french dressing (I used fat free catalina)<br />1 can of kidney beans (rinsed and drained)<br />1 packet of taco seasoning (I use the cheapest brand I can find in mild)<br />Lettuce, onion, tomato, bell pepper, shredded cheese and fritos (or some other crunchy type tortilla chip)<br /><br />Mix the beans with the dressing and taco seasoning packet and marinate overnight. Then when your ready to serve cut up the lettuce, onion, tomato and bell pepper and mix together. Add the bean mixture and toss. Then top with cheese and chips. <br /><br />*I recently made this and instead of assembling it all at once I mixed smaller portions at a time so the ingredients didn't get soggy. And if your taking it for lunch all the ingredients should be okay together especially if you assemble them that morning which is what I did except the chips...put those in a separate container.<br /><br />Enjoy!Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-853029671612310742012-08-14T06:44:00.003-04:002012-08-14T06:54:02.708-04:00Blueberry, Peach, Strawberry (Seasonal Fruit Pie)<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z9ICSRwlfzo/UCosO7DuhNI/AAAAAAAAEyU/Vt2pKc5O8T0/s1600/Blueberry%252C%2BPeach%252C%2BStrawberry%2BPie.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 319px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Z9ICSRwlfzo/UCosO7DuhNI/AAAAAAAAEyU/Vt2pKc5O8T0/s400/Blueberry%252C%2BPeach%252C%2BStrawberry%2BPie.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5776478106939196626" /></a><br /><br />I saw this recipe on my blogging pal Becky's blog and knew right away I had to try it! I didn't have a cast iron skillet handy so I just used my stoneware pie plate. I left out the nutmeg because that is not a spice that I particularly like. I also used frozen blueberries, peaches and strawberries because I had some to use up from last season....we froze a ton!! I shared this pie with my folks and in-laws and they loved it! I must say it is one of the best pies I have ever made! I used turbinado sugar on top for a little dazzle and crunch! <br /><br />Click <a href="http://scrappinbeckyb.blogspot.com/2012/07/recipe-of-week-seasonal-fruit-skillet.html">HERE</a> for this fantastic recipe!<br /><br />*Thanks Becky....this is now my "go-to" pie recipe! I plan on making it again this week! <br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-60285645189254424432012-08-07T17:34:00.000-04:002012-08-08T06:46:27.205-04:00Lavender Honey Cake<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W6OyMKsi254/UCJCjYgrUyI/AAAAAAAAEu8/TERv8KSLJiU/s1600/Lavender%2BHoney%2BCake.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 277px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W6OyMKsi254/UCJCjYgrUyI/AAAAAAAAEu8/TERv8KSLJiU/s400/Lavender%2BHoney%2BCake.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5774250847884759842" /></a><br />Click <a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2012/07/in-the-kitchen-with-alia-and-scouts-honey-lavender-cake.html">HERE</a> and <a href="http://www.bhg.com/recipe/cupcakes/lavender-honey-cupcakes/">HERE</a> for the two recipes I combined!<br /><br />I had never used lavender in baking before so it was a new taste experience for me. It was completely different than expected but good. I recommend eating it with some vanilla ice cream instead of plain!! <br /><br />Notes - Changed the cupcake recipe to 1/2 cup sugar instead of a whole cup.<br />Icing was too lemony so mixed with more powdered sugar, a little honey and vanilla. Added lavender to the top for decoration! <br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-76016189685376438762012-08-05T16:52:00.006-04:002012-08-05T22:37:43.475-04:00Unstampabelles Challenge #14Time for our 14th challenge over at <a href="http://unstampabelleschallenges.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size:130%;">Unstampabelles</span></a> and for this month we want to see any HANDMADE FLOWER! You have until August 31st to get your entries in and the new challenge will start on September 3rd!<br />*Just remember......NO STAMPS at all! No rubber, digi, sentiments, etc.!<br /><br />Our sponsor for this month is <a href="http://www.blueedgecrafts.com.au/shop/">Blue Edge Crafts</a>!!<br /><br />Here is the fabulous prize on offer for this month!<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tgJE-A_oA2c/UB7d8ZHt7uI/AAAAAAAAEtQ/bgMwBXDZa5M/s1600/candy"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 340px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-tgJE-A_oA2c/UB7d8ZHt7uI/AAAAAAAAEtQ/bgMwBXDZa5M/s400/candy" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5773295801940700898" /></a><br /><br />Now for my DT project to get you started!<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GtuQlaybMxE/UB7dFLZ0EpI/AAAAAAAAEtE/LMWE13DHHJw/s1600/Flower%2BFor%2BYou.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GtuQlaybMxE/UB7dFLZ0EpI/AAAAAAAAEtE/LMWE13DHHJw/s400/Flower%2BFor%2BYou.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5773294853365699218" /></a><br /><br />To make my flower I used the Tim Holz Tattered Floral die to get my flower pieces out of white cardstock. Then I used distres inks by swiping the ink pad on a craft mat and spritzing with some water. Next I "wiped up" the ink using my flower pieces and crinkled them into a ball. Then I dried them with my heat gun. I used hot glue to put each layer together and added a pearl to the center. The background is made from scrap paper and using a scalloped border punch. The top layer is embossed with dots but being black it is hard to see. Added a white rub-on sentiment to finish things off. Hope you like my creation and I would love to see you over there on the challenge blog with your own handmade flower creation! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-62688716782772338942012-07-31T20:06:00.000-04:002012-08-01T21:59:14.792-04:00Lemony Orzo Veggie Salad With Chicken<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OvPr1Jg4_p0/UBnejwF3HKI/AAAAAAAAEpY/bFMKIPHWzeI/s1600/Lemony%2BOrzo%2BVeggie%2BSalad%2Bwith%2BChicken.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 304px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OvPr1Jg4_p0/UBnejwF3HKI/AAAAAAAAEpY/bFMKIPHWzeI/s400/Lemony%2BOrzo%2BVeggie%2BSalad%2Bwith%2BChicken.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5771889103238274210" /></a><br />Very refreshing to eat on a hot day! <br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/lemony-orzo-veggie-salad-with-chicken-10000001995687/">HERE</a> for the recipe!<br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-61202268492698830012012-07-26T22:38:00.003-04:002012-07-31T12:12:00.102-04:00Happy Holidays<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BeG6f-BD7l0/UBH_TfWJqjI/AAAAAAAAEl0/EELUSHMfk-4/s1600/Happy%2BHolidays.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BeG6f-BD7l0/UBH_TfWJqjI/AAAAAAAAEl0/EELUSHMfk-4/s400/Happy%2BHolidays.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5769673307935320626" /></a><br />This is a pre-colored digi from Nicecrane Designs which you can find in the store by clicking <a href="http://nicecranedesigns.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=920">HERE!</a><br /><br />The colors are actually a bit different because my computer I think is running out of ink but it just so happened to match perfectly with some holiday paper I hadn't used before! Don't you just love when things like that work out? :)<br /><br />Challenges:<br /><a href="http://doitwithdigischallenge.blogspot.com/2012/07/challenge-38-christmas-in-july.html">Cardmadfairy</a> - Christmas in July<br /><a href="http://creataliciouschallenges.blogspot.com/2012/07/challenge-36-christmas-in-july.html">Creatalicious</a> - Christmas in JulyStacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-49964511909315766872012-07-24T13:24:00.002-04:002012-07-24T13:27:32.241-04:00Bacon, Tomato and Arugula Pizza<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NmONlXdabus/UA7aaecpQAI/AAAAAAAAEgY/23EEJOy4bUE/s1600/bacon%252C%2Btomato%2Band%2Barugula%2Bpizza.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 335px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NmONlXdabus/UA7aaecpQAI/AAAAAAAAEgY/23EEJOy4bUE/s400/bacon%252C%2Btomato%2Band%2Barugula%2Bpizza.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5768788321092845570" /></a><br /><br />One of my favorite things to eat...PIZZA!! As you can tell by the picture my Pampered Chef pizza stone is well loved! <br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/bacon-tomato-arugula-pizza-50400000115798/">HERE</a> for this recipe!<br /><br />Enjoy! :)Stacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-42301571150073352762012-07-23T16:22:00.004-04:002012-07-23T16:42:55.119-04:00Little Girl<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JjAZEdEQFvs/UA2yh6hNSDI/AAAAAAAAEeE/tCj6lixoKIo/s1600/Little%2BGirl.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JjAZEdEQFvs/UA2yh6hNSDI/AAAAAAAAEeE/tCj6lixoKIo/s400/Little%2BGirl.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5768462993445439538" /></a><br />Digi is from Nicecrane Designs...click <a href="http://nicecranedesigns.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=99_101&products_id=936">HERE</a> to find it in the store. It is also offered pre-colored!<br /><br />Isn't this the cutest girl ever?!! I just love the new Little Girl Magic Collection at Nicecrane Designs! I wanted to do some really soft colors and my background paper is a technique I learned from my pal Annmaree where you swirl smooch inks in water and then dip your paper in it. Very cool marbling! I added some stickles to the dragonfly, flowers and water but it is hard to see so just use your imaginations! LOL!<br /><br />Challenges:<br /><a href="http://craftyribbonschallenge.blogspot.com/2012/07/challenge-24.html">Crafty Ribbons</a> - Summer holidays<br /><a href="http://crazy4challenges.blogspot.com/2012/07/crazy4challenges-c4c146.html">Crazy 4 Challenges</a> - Stitching<br /><a href="http://shoppingourstash.blogspot.com/2012/07/shopping-our-stash-challenge-60-my.html">Shopping Our Stash</a> - Precious (I have had that ribbon and marbled paper that I created for a very long time just waiting for the right image!)<br /><a href="http://simonsaysstampandshow.blogspot.com/2012/07/challenge-hey-girl.html">Simon Says Stamp and Show</a> - Hey girl<br /><a href="http://thepinkelephantchallenge.blogspot.com/2012/07/the-pink-elephant-challenge-tpe158.html">The Pink Elephant</a> - SummerStacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5756721764257834248.post-26348393219868982452012-07-22T11:45:00.002-04:002012-07-22T11:58:19.868-04:00Spider Mouse<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f-gryCJv86M/UAwgUst1vYI/AAAAAAAAEck/Wj6V-QiR8zE/s1600/Spider%2BMouse.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f-gryCJv86M/UAwgUst1vYI/AAAAAAAAEck/Wj6V-QiR8zE/s400/Spider%2BMouse.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5768020762727660930" /></a><br />Digi is from Whiff of Joy<br /><br />Challenges:<br /><a href="http://allsortschallenge.blogspot.com/2012/07/week-164-distressing_21.html">Allsorts</a> - Distressing (the web)<br /><a href="http://sendasmile4kidschallenge.blogspot.com/2012/07/animal-cards-4-kids-challenge.html">Send A Smile 4 Kids</a> - AnimalStacie (craft-princess)http://www.blogger.com/profile/05339003877681606491noreply@blogger.com13