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My First Blogging Contest

I am a Libra, a romantic and a lover by nature. Give me romance or give me death! LOL Okay, maybe I am not quite that extreme but very close. So I am sure that by me telling you I LOVE LOVE LOVE Valentine's day, will come as no surprise. Did I mention LOVE? :)
I have even changed my blog background for this sappy, lovey dovey holiday. And of course, wouldn't you know it! My anniversary is only 3 days after Valentines day.

Okay.....so I think my point has been made and with that being said, GUESS WHAT!!!

I am having my very first contest/giveaway on my blog to celebrate.

If you remember one of my very first posts last year was about these great vintage pin-up style aprons by Carolyn's Kitchen. Yep! You guessed it! That is what will be given away. Carolyn West, the creator of the aprons was so wonderful to donate this apron for my giveaway!

THANKS A BUNCH CAROLYN! YOU ROCK!!!!

Not only that, If you don't happen to be the lucky winner, you will be able to purchase one through my webshop very soon. How cool is that? I am so excited!

Carolyn's aprons are so fun and have such great patterns. They have been featured in All You Magazine, Paula Deen, on Fashionably late with Stacy London and more.

So here is the apron that you could win. Sweetheart Orange Isn't just adorable?

Now here are the rules of the contest.

Begin by following my blog, once you do that, leave a comment on this post about the aprons, if you like to cook in aprons, vintage finds etc. and let me know that you are following me.

For more chances to win

Post about my contest on your blog (5 more entries)

Leave a comment on any post following this one and that will be 1 entry for each time you post.

The contest ends on February 1st. Just in time for V-Day! Good Luck to you all !!!

Eat Your Veggies!: Fx4: Frankie and Cupid Have a Pop'rs Party...And Don't Forget the Giveaway!

Eat Your Veggies!: Fx4: Frankie and Cupid Have a Pop'rs Party...And Don't Forget the Giveaway!

POP'RS ???

What are Pop'rs you ask?

Well, I had no idea until I visited a fellow blogger, Veggie MOM that they even existed.

Pop'rs are these great little seasonings that flavor up any veggie, meat, dessert and anything edible laying around. And the fun thing about them, they POP! Literally, just like Pop Rock candy. How Cool is that?

They really caught my eye since I have a 3 year old who really needs her veggies. She love's sauces, dips and salad dressings and I am pretty sure she will love these too, especially with the Pop.

But wait! It get's even better. Veggie MOM is having a giveaway for these tasty little shakers.

Visit her blog and check them out. I know I entered for them.

Check out the Pop'rs official site too for more information on the product.

Have a Sweet Day!

Happy New Year! Welcome to 2009

It is finally here. 2009! I am so ready to get this year going in full swing. Each new year that begins I love to reflect on the blessings of the past year and know that the blessings in the new year are going to be just as wonderful.
There are many things that I set out to accomplish this year. Not so much resolutions for me but goals. Here are a few of them in no specific order .....

1. Grow my business (jewelry,cookies,art)

2. Be more active and healthy (aka Lose Weight, LOL )

3. Finish unfinished projects (paintings, books, DIY, etc..)

4. Work on my Blog more (format,content etc...)

5. Take a photography class

So there you have it, a few of my goals.

What about you? What are some of your resolutions or goals this new year? I would love for you to share them.

No matter what you are doing this New Year, I wish you all much JOY, Happiness, Prosperity and Health.

Happy 2009

Today is National Cookie Day~ Let's Celebrate!!!

Did you know that this tasty holiday occurs every year on December 4th? And Just in time for Christmas no less.

Here is a little history for you on this sweet dessert treat we all know and love.

The English word "Cookie" is derived from the Dutch word "Koekje" which means little cake. Bakers use to place a small amount of cake batter into the oven to test the temperature before baking the final cake. They soon discovered that these little bits of cooked batter were quite tasty on their own, and so the cookie was born.

There are many types of cookies that will tempt every taste bud in the world. There are drop cookies such as chocolate chip, oatmeal, and such. Cut out cookies like sugar cookies and gingerbread, and even press cookies called Spritz cookies. Personally, I have never met a cookie I did not love!

So to celebrate the sweetest of holidays I have included a recipe for you to try and even share with your friends this season. So make a batch or two, invite over those near and dear to you and celebrate Life, Love and COOKIES!!!!!

Snoozer Cookies ( Because they are so easy)

1 box butter cake mix

stick of margarine (not butter this time)

1 egg

1 tsp. Lemon flavor

Combine all ingredients into mixer and blend until dough is formed. Shape into 1" balls, place on cookie sheet and use your thumb to press into center. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Cool on pan 1 minute. Using a cookie spatula, move them to a cooling rack.

Glaze

4 cups of confectioner sugar

4-6 Tablespoons of Lemon juice or milk

Food color if desired

Mix until you have a medium-thickness. Spoon glaze over cookies and allow to dry completely.

Enjoy!!!!