tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25880130293303527542024-03-20T00:40:13.624-07:00Msartist Sew CraftyTheresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.comBlogger191125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-89294215328441866262011-08-04T00:23:00.001-07:002011-08-04T21:29:42.450-07:00Sewing Needle Book Tutorial<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="font-size: 0.8em; line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding: 0;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gingermelon/6007403795/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" title="needle book tutorial"><img alt="needle book tutorial by Gingermelon dolls" height="266" src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6125/6007403795_03f547272e.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />
<span style="margin: 0pt;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gingermelon/6007403795/">needle book tutorial</a>, a photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/gingermelon/">Gingermelon dolls</a> on Flickr.</span></div>This is a super cute and easy tutorial for a sewing needle book! Thanks to Shelly via Gingermelon Dolls. She even has templates for you to download and a full how to! I am sure you'll love it! Now give her a visit and start stitching! http://gingermelondolls.blogspot.com/2011/08/needle-book-tutorial.html <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">These and more tutorials are from Familyfuntogo.com. They also have <a href="http://familyfun.go.com/back-to-school/"><i style="color: #7f6000;">back to school projects </i></a>you can do. This one could be with your young sewers or for your youngsters. Hey, you can even use this one for yourself <i>book-blankets</i>. Imagine making one of these for yourself and using the pocket for your coffee card! Perfect for after the kiddos are dropped off at school and you have time to run to the coffee shop for a break to read for an hour. When I make a version of this, I promise I will share. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">The nice thing I found about my first visit to this website is they have so many categories and articles that are interesting from crafts, recipes, travel, printables, parties and more. So if you have kids I know you will really find somethings you can use and enjoy when you visit. And if you don't have kids you might find some crafty projects that you like for you, just like I did! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I just might have to make Sammie an end of summer cake prior to her going back to school. Just a little treat for a wonderful summer good-bye. <i>Aloha summer!</i> Oh, how I wish summers would never end! I just love traveling in summer, escaping the heat and finding the perfect get- a-ways and enjoying the endless lazy days. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>What is your favorite thing about summer? </i></div></div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-12141012773302686922011-07-28T11:23:00.000-07:002011-07-28T11:23:28.862-07:00Fruit Leather & Favorite Food Blog<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hello crafty friends, I am in between trips. Doing laundry, sending out bills, attending to house and squeezing in appointments like doctors and dentist that are hard to get to in the fall with school schedules. I hope this finds you all well and having a great summer. I came across this great homemade fruit leather tutorial and had to share along with my newest favorite food blog.<br />
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This homemade fruit leather tutorial is something I would love to make with fresh fruit from summer. And if you are lucky enough to have trees with fruit you will love this even more! There is even a recipe pdf to download along with the tutorial at <a href="http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/07/recipe_make_homemade_fruit_lea.html?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pulsenews" style="color: #7f6000;">Craftzine.com</a>. This link will take you directly to the tutorial and recipe.<br />
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The article also shares information about Katie Goodman who wrote the article and shares a link to her foodie blog full of <i>great recipes </i>and <i style="color: black;">yummy images</i><span style="color: #ea9999;"></span><b><span style="color: #ea9999;"> </span></b>at the<a href="http://www.goodlifeeats.com/"><span style="color: #7f6000;"> GoodLife {eats}</span></a>, but I am sharing her link here too! I think you'll love visiting her. You know how I am always looking for something fast, easy and healthy for the family to eat....well if this is you too then you'll want to make a visit.<br />
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She has yummy things going on at her site and shares more than one recipe choice when sharing a recipe. <b><i style="color: #ea9999;">Foodie love! </i></b>Two of my favorite summer recipes I found were a <a href="http://www.goodlifeeats.com/2011/05/teriyaki-turkey-burgers-and-homemade-bbq-sauce.html"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Teriyaki Turkey Burger</span></a> with homemade barbecue sauce recipe and a lovely <a href="http://www.goodlifeeats.com/2011/07/grilled-peaches-mascarpone-whip-fresh-raspberry-sauce.html"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Grilled Peaches with Mascarponi Whip and Raspberry Sauce</span></a>. Katie has a recipe search at the top of her site and its easy to navigate. <br />
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What's your favorite food blog? What's your favorite thing to grill? What is your favorite summer treat? I'd love to know! <br />
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Remember the post I shared the tutorials for some baby gifts? Well if not here is the link to that post <a href="http://msartistsewcrafty.blogspot.com/2011/06/homemade-baby-gifts-patterns-tutorials.html"><span style="color: #7f6000;">here</span></a>. I wanted to share with you the end result of the tri fold diapers that were covered in the center with pretty fabric on the outside to make pretty burpees or clean ups for the mom to be. <br />
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I actually found the fabric at Walmart in their fabric department. It was pretty, suited a baby and in this case boy! They are all stitched up and ready for giving with a cute ribbon on top. I plan on purchasing a pretty basket or laundry basket and arranging the gifts into it. With a new baby a mom could easily use either for daily duties or catch alls.<br />
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I haven't had time yet, but plan on writing out the tutorial for the zipper pouch. It is big enough for mom to be to carry wipes, a few diapers, ointment when on a quick run, just in case of emergencies. It really is pretty easy! You can see the end result just behind the wipes.<br />
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The hardest thing is changing from the regular sewing foot to the zipper foot. You will have to read your manual or check out You Tube if you don't know how. Other wise it is all straight stitching, ironing and turning. <i>Tutorial coming soon! You can</i>; <i>change the fabric if you need to make one for other uses.</i> Until next time, hope you are having time to sew or getting crafty!<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>What is your favorite project you finished this summer so far? </i></div></div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-18774978418154939742011-07-02T14:46:00.000-07:002011-07-02T14:46:02.826-07:00Happy 4th of July<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hope you find time to relax this weekend !<br />
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It looks so easy and since binding quilts and blankets is something I don''t feel I have mastered quite well this seems to fit the bill! Under the video I will put a link to the tutorial. I hope you enjoy an easy way to making an easy baby gift or something special for your little one. <br />
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On her blog she has a tutorial and a pdf download to help you too with the making of this baby blanket.<br />
<a href="http://www.aboveallfabric.com/blog/?p=5114"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Above All Fabrics Blog </span></a>. Oh, I have to tell you I fell in love with some of the fabrics they carry in the shop!<br />
We don't have anywhere to get fabrics other than a Walmart and a high end boutique that charges a fortune. If that is the case for you too, you might enjoy their <a href="http://www.aboveallfabric.com/whats-new.html"><span style="color: #7f6000;">fabric shop. </span></a><br />
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That is it for today, Blogger wasn't playing nice and it has taken me forever to just post this. Here's hoping next time it won't be so wonky! Off to take the kiddo to swim lessons!<br />
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I don't know where I spotted the recipe but it is almost as easy as making this collage of photos I took while cooking it! I can only give you my interpretation of the recipe it is one of those you look at once and go I've got it and spin your own twist to it!<br />
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Here is how it goes, If you have a home garden: Gather any fresh basil, garlic, zucchini and tomato from your garden. Give them a wash. (Or) purchase from the store or farmers market.<br />
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Tomatoes - two baskets of Roma tomatoes ( if not fresh you will need 1-2 cans chopped tomatoes *size small for 2-3 people, large cans for 3+people<br />
1 small can tomato sauce<br />
Basil *fresh - handful about 1/4 cup<br />
Garlic- 3-4 heads *peel and chop<br />
Italian seasonings to taste<br />
zucchini 1-2 optional *sliced thinly<br />
Ricotta Cheese Lowfat<br />
Lasagna Noodles about 2-3 per person<br />
Olive Oil 2 tbsp <br />
Shredded Parmesan or Romano Cheese<br />
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Peel and chop garlic, chop zucchini and then saute together in olive oil until garlic is translucent. Add in fresh washed tomatoes or canned tomatoes and small can of sauce. Add seasonings to your taste. Keep it lighter than normal.<br />
Bring to boil then reduce to simmer for approx. 30min.<br />
About 5 min prior to serving toss into sauce fresh chopped basil.<br />
*Cook lasagna noodles according to package and drain. Add a touch of butter to noodles so they don't stick. Do this step prior to sauce being done. <br />
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Plate the lasagna noodles, add sauce then Ricotta cheese *couple of tablespoons here and there. Then sprinkle with Shredded Parmesan cheese.<br />
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This is a simple way to have a version of Lasagna in the summer. The sauce is light, its simple to make and ready quick. No baking! You can put your own spin on this basic and simple recipe! I hope you enjoy it!<br />
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When it is super hot weather my Mr. makes a great shrimp cocktail. I hope to watch how he does it and share the recipe. It is with fresh avocado s, shrimp and some spicy goodness. That is my favorite summer dish! So far he hasn't shared the recipe. It is his summer treat he makes for us. Here's to hoping I can catch him while hes making it and share it with you! <br />
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Today I was going to post a recipe and I promise I will soon. I have two or three new ones I have tried but, I put them somewhere when organizing in the kitchen and oops can't find them. So I decided to share what is on my must sew list and what I have been sewing. I happen to be on a big sewing kick right now! <br />
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I found this cute tutorial for baby kimono shoes! All you have to do to get it is visit Homespun Threads and follow her blog then download tutorial with pattern. How sweet is that? I am in love and more in love with the fact that there is going to be a new baby in the family! I can't wait until he gets big enough to wear a pair of these handmade by me.<br />
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<div style="line-height: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/29886832/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img 554="" border="0" height="400" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/29886832_TWoTB1Jr_c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></div><div style="float: left; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px;">Source: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67492145/woodland-fox-pdf-pattern?ref=fp_ph_2&src=favitm" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">etsy.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/theresahuse/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Theresa</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Gingermelon?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Gingermelon</span></a></div>I came across this cute fox stuffed toy and thought it would be the sweetest pattern to own and make for the little ones nursery! If you are looking for cute stuffed animal patterns check out Gingermelons Etsy Shop. You are sure to find a pdf pattern to please. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i>If she was having a girl I might pick this sweet deer pattern. </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69954304/from-our-cupcake-birthday-tutu-boutique"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Ilovefancyshmancy</span></a></div>Now my daughter Jenni pinned this little onesie on Pinterest, wanting mom to make something like it and put it away for when it's her turn to have a little bundle of joy. This Etsy shop is a girly boutique with such pretty things to purchase if you aren't the crafty type. Perfect for baby showers or your special little girl. Now onto what I have been sewing for baby...<br />
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I have just made a bunch of these burpee rags! I can't wait to take pics and share in the next few posts. I found the cutest fabric at Walmart of all places when I was picking up the tri fold diapers. (Which is great as who wants to use expensive fabrics when they will be for spits and clean ups.) I have to find the clear bucket to put them in, but Kate has tips, a tutorial and also you can print out her bucket sign! Visit Kate to see where I got my inspiration! Don't forget to come back another day and see what mine look like.<br />
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I created a zipper bag similar to the ones above but bigger! I am hoping I took enough photos of the zipper bag I made as I was going along to share a tutorial. This zipper bag that I made was big enough for a few diapers, wipes, ointment, and a few of mom's things when on a quick run. That way if you want to create your own you'll see how. I promise to share soon! Until next time, I hope you are being sew creative too or at least finding some gift ideas for the baby showers your invited to. <br />
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Remember when I mentioned all those art bags & posted about all the wonderful inspiration? Well I haven't been in the painting mood lately, but I printed out something I painted onto muslin and created an art bag / purse using felt, burlap and fabric scraps I had laying around. I used some decorative machine embroidery. Although far from perfect my daughter Sammie fell in love with it. She asked me to make the straps so she could wear it from shoulder to hip. I thought I would share the results and a few steps I am going to take to make it better next time.<br />
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If you have ever printed something from your computer you will notice how sometimes the colors just don't match the image. That is just what happened here. It was pretty light on the muslin that I printed it on. But I used permanent felt tip markers to draw in shapes and color it up. I need to fix color prior to printing!<br />
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Well, you know how I hate to stop even where there are mistakes. I decided since I started and this was kind of like a pro to type any way to finish what I started instead of scrapping it. I love figuring out how to create patterns on my own. This image shared is the back where underneath the front flap is sewn in and connected.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjQbk9p97XngaBHDSf9a3g3TC7e3u1tA0-ZutOtPNpGscK8JVEfosvRqXgwzrY2pjvc1vq1Yt4pARU6ba9X3D1RFfkX2HFuJxXbmhhK_UHERguU3RFXvbG8ImRM0jLlEGhBAByo3UWZM/s1600/Theresa+Huse+2011-07191x+Art+Bag.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhjQbk9p97XngaBHDSf9a3g3TC7e3u1tA0-ZutOtPNpGscK8JVEfosvRqXgwzrY2pjvc1vq1Yt4pARU6ba9X3D1RFfkX2HFuJxXbmhhK_UHERguU3RFXvbG8ImRM0jLlEGhBAByo3UWZM/s400/Theresa+Huse+2011-07191x+Art+Bag.jpg" width="333" /></a></div>Another thing I will change when I create my next one is the strap material. For this I didn't want to go out and purchase anything. I wanted to use felt I had, burlap from a recycled coffee sack, woven burlap scraps I had from the wedding table runner we made, and for the straps I had these great silk pants that were ripped which I cut and created them from. Added a vintage button from one of the grandma's stash & ta da.....<br />
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A happy girl modeling her new art bag with gnomes. I promise to share my next one with you when I make it! & I hope I can even try painting directly on fabric when I get unstuck from my painting slump! Here is the acrylic painting completed which the art bag was made from. <br />
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If you'd like to see my post about the art bag inspiration just click<a href="http://msartisttheresahuse.blogspot.com/2011/06/art-bag-inspiration.html"><span style="color: #073763;"> here</span></a>. Also visit<a href="http://msartisttheresahuse.blogspot.com/2011/03/gnomes.html"><span style="color: #073763;"> here</span></a> to see the original post of the gnomes acrylic painting and if like you can visit my link on the side bar where I have video of how I finished the painting on You Tube.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">This baby quilt is a Toddler size quilt</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">You can see as I flip it over I stitched around the squares with a leaf - line pattern. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">I made a matching little pillow and put the leaf pattern along the top and bottom of it. </div><br />
Speaking of binding. That is something I need to get better at. On this quilt I just used a silk type blanket binding I made from fabrics I had here at home. I think I am going to make a special handmade quilt which will be smaller, baby size and just have to decide on the pattern, purchase materials and do a little research on binding. The one above is the kind the little one can take everywhere! <br />
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I thought I would share a You Tube Video to a baby quilt tutorial that has four parts to get you started on your own project. This is part one. You can see the others on You Tube if you like, they take you from start to finish. I'll keep you posted as I go along on my next project. Also I may also do an art quilt / hanging with some remnants I have laying around. Any how, summer is here! The kiddo is at home and I better get back to my mom duties. I hope you are finding time to fit some creative things in this summer!!<br />
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I just found out 90% sure my daughter Krissy is having a boy! That means I can find little sewing projects to suit a boy. Now of course I have come across a few sewing projects that are for down the line like this little vest by <a href="http://oliverands.com/"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Oliver + S</span></a>. The cool thing about finding this pattern is they have a book full of projects suited for babies & kids. Which means I can sew some projects for baby's older sister too! <br />
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These projects are all wrapped up in one book; <span style="font-style: italic;">Oliver + S Little Things to Sew: 20 Classic Accessories and Toys for Children</span> is filled with items you will want to make again and again. Projects include a hat with bear ears, a winter scarf with a slip-through closure, an explorer vest, a tutu, an art smock, a penguin backpack, a messenger bag, a red riding hood cape, a travel quilt, and many others.<br />
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My favorite project pick for sister is this puppet theater door hanger. It would be a perfect way for her to entertain herself while mom is busy with the baby and give mom a show at the same time. I am swooning over this book right now and to get my hands on some blue fabrics & this book! I am also planning on making a special blanket or quilt, promise to share more on that later. <br />
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<i>Do you have a favorite sewing project book or pattern? What is your favorite item that you have sewn for a little one or gifted to a little one? I'd love to know~ </i><br />
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</div>I wanted to share this recipe I found from Weight Watchers Magazine, that is a few years back. It is below. But I am also going to share a link to a recipe I found on Hub pages that looks great, but not so quick or easy. It is a <a href="http://hubpages.com/hub/Sweet-Ginger-Broccoli-Stir-Fry-Recipe-Tofu-Chicken"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Sweet Ginger Broccoli Stir-Fry with Tofu or Chicken </span></a>that serves 2. (The recipe is a little more involved and calls for ingredients you may have to stock your kitchen with from a special store or larger store) You will see the differences in the recipes. I love that they use orange zest and Thai Chili sauce in the Hub pages recipe. I can see using elements of that recipe to change this one up, but I gravitate to the simple for every day style cooking. So I hope all you creative cooks who are looking at quick and easy family meals have one less night to fret over cooking with these great recipes! <br />
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I made a few alterations but it was quick and easy prep time 15min. Cook time 10 min. and better yet, pleased all the family members. Weight Watchers call the recipe Teriyaki Chicken and Broccolini in my version I didn't use the ginger, and broccolini? I used broccoli heads trimmed. I also pre-cooked the broccoli just to crisp but able to fork in. See notes at end of the recipe. <br />
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1lb. skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4 inch strips<br />
1/4 tsp. salt<br />
1/4 tsp pepper<br />
3 tsp. canola oil<br />
1 red bell pepper thinly sliced<br />
4 thin slices peeled fresh ginger, cut into slivers<br />
3 garlic cloves, minced<br />
1lb. broccolini, trimmed<br />
1/2 cup water 1/3 teriyaki sauce<br />
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1.Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat in a large nonstick skillet over high. Pour 1tsp of the oil and swirl to coat the skillet; then add the chicken. Stir-fry until cooked through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate; cover to keep warm. <br />
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2. Heat the remaining 2 tsp. oil in the skillet. Add the bell pepper and stir-fry until crisp, about 1 minute. Add the ginger and garlic stir-fry until fragrant, about 1 minute. *(this is the part I changed) Stir in Broccolini and water. Cover reduce the heat, and cook until the Broccolini is crisp-tender and the water has evaporated, about 3 minutes. Add the teriyaki sauce and chicken; cook, stirring constantly, until headed through, about 1 minute.<br />
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So I basically followed the directions except I * pre cooked the broccoli and eliminated the water/ broccoli step at the end. After stir-frying garlic & (ginger if you like) add broccoli heads, teriyaki sauce and chicken. Stir, constantly until headed through. * make rice if you like to serve with it if you like. <br />
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Well, I hope you enjoy the recipe and have a wonderful week ahead!<br />
<div style="text-align: center;"> <i><b>What is your favorite quick and easy style recipe? </b></i></div><br />
</div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-89664856649943414732011-06-07T10:14:00.000-07:002011-06-07T10:14:11.334-07:00Color Inspiration & Weighty Matters<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Today I thought we'd get crafty and creative with our color inspiration, first up; Who doesn't love a good old fashion milk glass vase, plate or candy dish? At the price of vintage milk glass when I saw this I was swooning and new this was exactly what I wanted to do with my recycled pretty glass jars I had been hanging on to. The link under the image will take you to the well put together video tutorial. It is so worth viewing, that is if you love milk glass. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://houseandhome.com/tv/segment/pretty-diy-vases"><span style="color: #073763;">Milk Glass Tutorial</span></a> from Vaughn Mills Presents House and Home H&H TV. <span style="font-size: x-small;">*latex paint</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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While we are on the subject of color and pretty things I have a little confession to tell you. Yes, I have decided for my own health I will not be eating things as pretty as these! But there is no law looking at them while I am on my journey to better health! Right? Oh unless it drives me to eating them, covering my eyes as I write this!!<i><b> New mantra " I will have will power! " </b></i><br />
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Now, this is a color combo I would love to be able to pull off when I drop the (**) lbs! Too much sitting all winter, a new carpool lane where you don't walk the kiddo into the school and have to park a million miles away, sitting while blogging, sitting while creating art....Well you get the picture! No I am not blue about it, nor am I seeing just red about it. I am going to do something about it! And ensure I get walking to start! So if occasionally I slip in a post of how I am feeling about it all, well I hope you do understand.<span style="font-size: x-small;"> *PS If you read both blogs, yes today I posted the same on both. Please forgive me! lol</span><br />
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<b><i>How do you stay active and healthy while your focus is on your creativity? I would love to know! Toss me your best tips why don't you. </i></b><br />
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</div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-80248830730388296562011-06-04T10:55:00.000-07:002011-06-04T10:55:20.084-07:00Thread Storage Options<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">This summer I plan on doing sewing more frequently. I want to continue to teach Sammie some projects and my daughter Krissy is having a baby in December. With that said I could use some, good thread storage and easy access to my threads when switching projects. I came across these thread storage ideas.<br />
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</div>The is a thread storage diy tutorial and I thought this would be so cute. I can have it made to match the decor of the room, its handy and its an easy project for myself or on the honey do list. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Who wouldn't love a thread spinner sitting right next to you? Its pre-made and ready for purchase.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">I am all about making my spaces pretty, but I don't have a dedicated sewing space. If you do this might be an option to have all your notions and threads color coordinated and lined up so pretty. Crazy Mom Quilts has quilting tips too. You might just want to check out her blog if you are interested in quilting. </div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div></div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-6077965252078009682011-06-02T11:56:00.000-07:002011-06-03T10:52:29.367-07:00Top Crafty Things To Try This Summer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Who doesn't want to try new crafty things? If you don't, move on over and let the crafty ladies be first in line! All you crafty ladies put a ring on this list! Each link goes to a tutorial<span style="font-size: xx-small;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;">.<i>*some not needed</i></span></span><i><span style="font-size: x-small;"> you'll be directed to image. </span></i><br />
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<i><b>1. <a href="http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2011/03/diy-colorful-dessert-stands/" style="color: #7f6000;">diy cake plate</a></b></i><br />
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<i><b>2. <a href="http://bettyjoy-tutorials.blogspot.com/2011/03/cabbage-rose-stamp.html" style="color: #7f6000;">create homemade stamps </a></b></i><br />
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Now this is only the beginning of my top crafty things to do this summer tutorial round-up! So be sure and drop in for some more crafty inspiration!! Have a crafty tutorial you want to share? Email me & lets get it on the list<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">! </span> MsartistTheresaHuse (at) g (mail) dot (com) </span><br />
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Honestly, after this long weekend today feels like a Monday! But here I am on Tuesday doing laundry and catching up on a house undone by a weekend of relaxing and grilling. I am hoping to get done with the straightening up then off to create, craft, sew or paint. What ever the time and muse allows later this afternoon. In the meantime here are a few things that may come in handy today and are my crafty inspiration......<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">Never Fails! There is always a lost sock! This is on my must make list! What about you?<br />
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A table tray made portable and compact ironing board! This would be great for when I take my sewing to the kitchen, or ironing while watching a movie! How many times do you just leave your laundry in a basket to iron until you need that item?<br />
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I am always looking for pencils and pens to write on my grocery list. How about this crafty solution. I love the thought of using my favorite tea tins and making one for my fridge! Do you love pretty tins?<br />
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How many plastic milk cartons have you pitched into the recycle. Now here is a clever way to re-purpose them into storage containers. Who knew? <br />
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Hope you had a lovely long weekend! <i><b>Now what diy item could you use at your house? Have you created a diy item that would help you around the house?</b></i> If so, I would love to know. Tell us about it and leave a link if you wish! </div><br />
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</div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-68137401689631415592011-05-27T17:09:00.000-07:002011-05-27T17:09:42.359-07:00Dreaming of the Beach For Memorial Weekend<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: left;">If I had it my way I would be traveling this weekend, but as it is we just got back from all the wedding festivities and a week away. I don't think the Mr. would be thrilled if I pulled out the map.<i><b> </b></i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Maybe if I showed him a lovely picnic all wrapped up and ready to go he would agree and take me to the sea and spend the day at the beach with me!?</b></i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>To read, to soak up the sun to feel the breeze next to the water at beach is where I long to be.</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<i><b>When the fog comes in we'll grab our sweaters and make a fire, play some music and sing some songs.</b></i><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>But I know him all too well, he'll want to stay home and barbecue. </b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Well, whatever we end up doing I'll be sure to remember all the men and women who gave up so much, and even lives for our freedom. Have a safe and happy Memorial Weekend~ </b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-14817787168325686562011-05-26T12:25:00.000-07:002011-05-26T12:25:40.614-07:00Black Bean Burgers<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">It's been a while since I shared a new recipe I have tried out on the family so I thought I would share this Black Bean Burger recipe. It has a Latin flair and is so yummy!<br />
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This great Black Bean Burger from Gourmet every day ten-minute mains. *recipes by Gina Marie Mirglia Eriquez. Whew, hope I got that right. ( If anyone knows of a link on the web let me know) Now my 9yr old is pretty picky when it comes to eating! Which always makes it challenging. She loved this with the exception that she thought it was a bit spicy to her palette. But she didn't want the bun either, so maybe that intensified her taste of the burger. I loved them! I could even see using this recipe for a dip with tortilla chips or wrapped up in a corn tortilla! These are the best Black Bean Burger's with a Latin flair I have ever tasted. So without further adieu here is my recipe share with you!<br />
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2 (14oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained, divided<br />
3 Tbsp mayonaise<br />
1/3 cup plain dried bread crumbs<br />
2 tsp. ground cumin<br />
1 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled<br />
1/4 tsp. cayenne<br />
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro<br />
3Tbsp vegetable oil<br />
4 soft hamburger buns <br />
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Accompanied with sour cream, salsa and lettuce <br />
The only adjustments I made to the recipe was to add thinly sliced cheese or shredded to your liking and sliced avocados.<br />
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Prep time approx 10-15min./ with a 10 min. cook time / Serves 4. <br />
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Pulse 1 can beans in a food processor with mayonnaise, bread crumbs, cumin, oregano and cayenne until a coarse puree forms. Transfer to a bowl and stir in cilantro and remaining can of beans *drained. Form mixture into 4 patties.<br />
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Heat oil in a 12 inch heavy skillet * I used a non stick and it worked fine over a medium-high heat until it shimmers. Cook burgers until the outsides are crisp and lightly browned, turning once, about 5 minutes total.<br />
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Serve on buns with accompaniments. Add a side salad if you wish & your favorite beverage and you are set!<br />
This is a quick, easy, healthy and Vegetarian meal! Bonn Appetite~ <br />
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If you are looking for a great dip with black beans I just found this and might have to try it over Memorial Weekend. <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/five-layer-mexican-dip-recipe/index.html"><span style="color: #7f6000;">Five Layer Mexican Dip</span></a> over at the Food Network & then I hope to be back soon with a tutorial of how to make photo prop mustaches! Fun for any group photo opportunity or wedding!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>If you have a great Black Bean or other recipe and would like to share it let me know! </i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>What is your favorite veggie burger? </i></b></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>Love is Sweet </b>Banner created by Theresa Huse</i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i>I also created 20 mustaches for taking photo's with. Here are Charles and Laura trying them out! </i></div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i> Love Notes and Wedding Poster</i></div></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I also created Love Notes banner to be placed by their wedding poster they had out for everyone to sign a love note to the bride and groom on the matte board. On the cards that say Love Notes I glued at the top ribbon and placed some of her grandma and great-grandma's vintage buttons on them. Sorry, its not the best photograph. These last two are mine. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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I can't wait to have some sewing time after the wedding! So I can buy some onesies and tees to whip up some little gifts for giving~ <br />
<div style="text-align: center;"> <i><b>Have you ever done applique? By machine or hand? I'd love to know~</b></i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">May your day be filled with sunshine</div></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">May you remember all the kisses and hugs</div><br />
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No matter what age your child is remember all those cherished moments and have a wonderful Mother's Day!Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-54376231550511846182011-05-05T12:04:00.000-07:002011-05-05T12:04:23.288-07:00Handy Mom's Sewing TutorialsHello dear readers I have some news to share with you I just found out my daughter Krissy is pregnant with her second child. This will be a special <i>Mother's Day</i> as we anticipate the arrival of a new bundle of joy!<br />
Luckily I have time to sew a few things for her, shh don't let her know! I think these sewing tutorials will make handy gifts for any mom! Pretty and useful! Who doesn't love a good sewing tutorial? <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i> A pretty Pillow Case for the big day or resting until baby arrives!</i></div><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i>A top that is comfy</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<i>A bag that can be for a quick jaunt with baby or for groceries that folds up small! </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<i>A holder for grocery list that you can clip to your bag or wear!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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<i><span style="color: #7f6000;"><span style="color: black;">Camera Case to keep camera handy for all those special moments~</span></span></i><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">So there you have my handy list of easy sewing tutorials for moms and mom's to be. I hope you find one of them that you can use. If you have a great tutorial and want to share one here just let me know. I'd love to feature you~ </div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>What sewing projects have you been doing lately? or other</i> <i>projects?</i></div>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-87096842421325951482011-05-02T12:33:00.000-07:002011-05-02T12:33:39.294-07:00Wedding Flowers & Flower Photography<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Dearest blogging friends, I hope this finds you well. I have been so busy and not meaning to take such a long break but, I have had things that have needed my attention. A dry run for the wedding flowers was done, I spent some time with Sammie on spring break and then I set to organizing around here. As I mentioned before I have my eldest daughter's wedding coming up this month. Check lists are getting done, new items and projects being added. So my artwork has been set to the side for the moment, yet I am managing to stay creative in helping with the wedding. I managed to take some flower photographs of some of our wedding choices.<br />
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Today I did take the time to alter some of photographs that I took of the wedding flowers we are choosing for the table top arrangements and played with them giving them some textures and such, but ever so lightly so you could see the beauty of these flowers. Top of the list are the beautiful blooms that May has to offer. Lilacs on their stems, Ranuculus, Gerbena and Vintage Roses. The wedding flower pallet that Laura chose is a soft pastels, with lavenders, peaches and pinks. <br />
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Although you can get <a href="http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4970199_ranunculus-flowers-grow.html"><span style="color: #0c343d;">Ranunculus</span></a> in May you have to get them three days ahead to let them open and their heads are smaller, but they are such a beautiful flower, it will be well worth the extra care. The <a href="http://www.ehow.com/growing-gerbera-daisies/"><span style="color: #0c343d;">Gerbena</span></a> Daisy is so beautiful with its big head I would love to grow some to take photographs of as they are simple beauties. I didn't know they are a member of the sunflower family until I was reading about them. Did you know that fact? Then the true wedding flower hits that we chose were the vintage roses in a blush and the<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilac_%28color%29"><span style="color: #0c343d;"> Lilacs</span></a> on their stems. The smell of these beauties is soft, fragrant and colors are a beautiful. They all lasted well over a week with changing the water and feeding them.<br />
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More wedding flower prettiness to come and crafty goodness later this week, but wanted to let you know what I am up to. <br />
<i>What are your favorite May or wedding flowers? What projects are you working on? I'd love to know~ </i>Theresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11034390303603057387noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2588013029330352754.post-60852626229566696742011-04-23T11:00:00.000-07:002011-04-23T11:00:27.668-07:00Easter Wishes<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="line-height: 0px; padding-bottom: 2px;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/4750813/" target="_blank"><img 583="" border="0" height="400" src="http://d30opm7hsgivgh.cloudfront.net/upload/4750813_Z18QdH6e_c.jpg" width="322" /></a></div><div style="float: left; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><div style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px;">Source: <a href="http://thatkindofwoman.tumblr.com/post/3172484539/perfect-date" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">thatkindofwoman.tumblr.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/gintown/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Ginny</a> on <a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=2588013029330352754" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;"><br />
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Just packing up for a little Easter picnic and break. <br />
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<div style="text-align: center;">Peeping in to wish you a Happy Easter!<br />
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I'll be back to blogging soon. Wishing you a very happy Easter and spring break! <br />
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