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How to make Hot Cross Buns (Video)

How to make Hot Cross Buns (Video)
Hot Cross Buns are a sweet, spiced bun made with currants or raisins and marked with a cross on the top, traditionally eaten on Good Friday. The cross stands as a symbol of the Crucifixion, the rising of the dough – symbolizing the resurrection. They are believed by some to pre-date Christianity,...
April 6th, 2012 | General, Recipes | Read More

Slow Cooker “Deconstructed” Irish Pot Pie!

Slow Cooker “Deconstructed” Irish Pot Pie!
Slow Cooker Irish Pot Pie – is the perfect recipe not just as a ST. Patrick’s Day treat – but for any day you want to do minimal work and still have a great hearty meal for the family! This potpie provides lot’s of leftovers, and can work with whatever veggies you have handy....
January 16th, 2012 | General, Recipes | Read More

Candy Cane Reindeer Craft! SO EASY!

Candy Cane Reindeer Craft! SO EASY!
This is a really easy Christmas Craft that is perfect for treats to bring into school – or as simple gifts to go with a thank you card! To make Candy Cane Reindeer you just need: -Pipe Cleaners -Googly eyes -mini pom pom noses -ribbon for neck -A glue gun to get it all to stick! Directions: Step...
December 15th, 2011 | Crafting, Featured, General | Read More

Melted Wax Crayon Leaves DIY

Melted Wax Crayon Leaves DIY
Have you ever wanted to do a seasonal craft last minute, and without a run to a craft store? Wax crayon leaves are perfect! If your like me you have crayons that have started to crumble, or that don’t draw very well anymore, or crayons that your child was given at every restaurant you have ever...
November 20th, 2011 | General, How To | Read More

The Best Broccoli Recipe on Pinterest!

The Best Broccoli Recipe on Pinterest!
Is anyone else as big a fan as I am of Pinterest? I just love tagging recipes and crafts there. Recently I stumbled upon a broccoli recipe that sounded divine! I’ve tried lot’s of broccoli recipes in an effort to get my family to enjoy it – this was hands down the BEST recipe I’ve...
September 3rd, 2011 | General, Recipes | Read More

Sesame Seared Tuna: A Summer meal

Sesame Seared Tuna: A Summer meal
As the weather gets warmer- I get less and less enthusiastic about meals that have me spending a lot of time at a hot oven, or stove. The beauty of this Sesame Seared Tuna Recipe, is that it’s super quick and only requires heat briefly! It’s definitely our families go to recipe in the summer!   ~Ingredients...
May 25th, 2011 | General, Recipes | Read More

How to make a QR Code – for your Blog or Business

How to make a QR Code – for your Blog or Business
QR Codes are popping up all over the place, and you can expect to see them almost EVERYWHERE in just a few short years! Want to be on the cutting edge, and have your very own QR Code? It’s easy to do, and can be changed easily. It’s a win win. Confused, and feel like I just started speaking...
April 2nd, 2011 | General, How To | Read More

What are QR Codes and Readers? And why should you care?

What are QR Codes and Readers? And why should you care?
Have you heard about QR Codes yet? Do you know someone who has a QR Reader on their smart phone? Have you been wondering what the fuss is all about? I feel ya. When I went to Blogher last year I noticed these strange little squares on some of the companies booths I was meeting with. In fact one of the...
March 16th, 2011 | General, How To | Read More

Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe: It can be a family Favorite!

Corned Beef and Cabbage Recipe: It can be a family Favorite!
Every St. Patrick’s Day stores trot out their pretty packages of Corned Beef. But Corned Beef can be made many times during the year, not just near an Irish holiday! But what stops many people from making Corned Beef? They need a Recipe for Corned Beef that will knock their families socks off....
March 12th, 2011 | General, Recipes | Read More

Learning Letters through Lunch! Toddler Activity

Learning Letters through Lunch! Toddler Activity
My daughter is almost two and a half, and I’ve been trying to slowly introduce the alphabet to her. I was brainstorming toddler activities when I came up with a plan! I want her to realize how fun it is to learn new things- so I tried to make this introduction to letters educational -AND yummy! We...
January 26th, 2011 | General, How To | Read More
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