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4th of July Cupcakes

With Printable Pinwheel Toppers

June 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Oval Labels in Fest style with Free Printable Cupcake Wrappers and Pinwheel Toppers.) No 4th of July party is complete without some festive, fruity treats. Cupcakes are so easy to make and perfect for entertaining. When planning a party menu, I always try to manage my time by choosing a few simple recipes that can be made ahead of time and don't take very much effort. That way I can spend more time with my favorite part of hosting a party - the decorations! For this … [Read more...]

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Kid’s Fig & Nut Mix

A healthy snack for children’s party favors

June 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Small Rectangle Labels and Small Circle Labels in Cherish Hearts style with Small Window Tin-Tie Bags.) Another easy project with great results! Put together a mix of goodies that children love, but make them really good by being sure they are foods that parents would love for their children to eat. I made dried figs last fall from my fig tree which almost every year produces boxes and boxes of too many figs any family can possibly eat. I love figs, but you can’t … [Read more...]

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Slow Roasted Tomato and Jalapeño Ketchup

June 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Circle Labels and Diamond Tags in Rustic Style.) Homemade ketchup is a recipe that shines best when made using flavorful homegrown tomatoes harvested straight from the garden. I’ve prepared it using both fresh-off-the-vine tomatoes, and tomatoes I’ve skinned, de-seeded, and stored in the freezer. Both methods work to create a delicious condiment that’s perfect for warm weather picnics and barbecues. Regarding spiciness, you can make this ketchup with or without … [Read more...]

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Olive and Fig Tapenade

June 6, 2013 by 1 Comment
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(Used in this project: Circle Canning Labels and Scallop Tags in Casablanca style.) There seems to be no end to the combination of sweet and salty recipes out there and I can certainly see why. The balance of strong, sometimes conflicting flavors makes your mouth sing and your stomach call out for more. The addition of salt to desserts is just one way this trend has proven it's around to stay. A combination of salty Kalamata olives and sweet dried figs will ensure that your guests will … [Read more...]

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Herb Infused Olive Oil

June 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Large Circle Labels, Small Rectangle Labels and Circle Labels in Morocco style.) This is a gift that will stay around for a while, unlike baked goods which are gone almost before you can blink. The flavor of the herbs gently infuses into the oil, and creates a subtle and delicious shift in flavor, making it just perfect for salads and savory cooking. And it is unbelievably easy to make! Herb Infused Olive Oil Follow these four steps to make your own private … [Read more...]

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Cucumber Sandwiches

For A Baby Shower

June 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Oval Labels in Champagne style and Paper Tin-Tie Bags.) The calling card of a girly, dainty party is the cucumber sandwich. I’ve seen them from time to time, but never tried them, until I attended a coworker’s baby shower— surely the greatest reason for a girly, dainty party is the arrival of a new baby! Cucumber sandwiches are surprisingly flavorful and refreshing— and of course wonderfully healthy. After experimenting with a bunch of different flavor … [Read more...]

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Football Theme Birthday

Plus free party printables!

May 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Large Bottle Labels, Collar Labels and Square Coasters in Football style with Printable Alphabet Garland and Mini Pennant Flags.) Everything you need to throw a slammin' football themed birthday! For Haden's 10th birthday party we served up bottles of root beer and turkey sandwich sliders for an outdoor picnic style party. For some extra flair and decoration we used the new free printable alphabet garland to spell Haden's name and display on 'game day'. We also … [Read more...]

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Dad’s Favorite Chocolate Chip Cookies

May 29, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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(Used in this project: Small Oval Tags in Bouquet style, Large Oval Tags in Custom style and Paper Tin-Tie Bags.) One of my earliest childhood kitchen memories comes from the day my father baked a batch of cookies for my sister and me using the recipe from the bag of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE chocolate chips. The cookies were magical, of course, and I can remember to this day the way the dough tasted, and the smell wafting from the oven as they baked. Since then, I’ve experimented with several … [Read more...]

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Beer Bottle BBQ Spice Rub

May 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Beer Bottle BBQ Spice Rub from My Own Ideas blog

(Used in this project: Beer Labels in Greenfield style.) It's BBQ season again. Finally! While some can get out and grill all year long, the real fun is in hosting a group and dining in the gorgeous outdoors. Oh, and trying new recipes! We can't forget how much fun it is to experiment with all that there is available for the grill. Veggies, grilling baskets, and even cake recipes are now commonly cooked on the deck. The old standby for me is a some BBQ chicken or ribs, with a big punch of … [Read more...]

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Buckeye Bark

For Father's Day

May 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Buckeye Bark recipe from My Own Ideas blog #fathersday #homemade #gift

(Used in this project: Large Labels and Fancy Diamond Labels in Aunt Lorraine style with Small Tin-Tie Bags.) I have a tendency to decorate most candies and treats in a frilly and feminine way— not typically a bad thing. However, when looking for ideas for Fathers Day, I wanted to make a treat that wasn’t overly sweet, still rich, and absolutely masculine. Dark chocolate fits that description completely— and is a great place to start. I saw this recipe for Buckeye Bark over at … [Read more...]

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