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Couples Beach Retreat

May 2, 2013 by 2 Comments
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(Used in this project: Labels, Gift Tags and Coasters in Color Wash style.) My husband and I just returned from a wonderful trip to the Oregon Coast. A group of about twelve of our friends got together, pooled our money and rented a large, beautiful beach house near Lincoln City. Since the friends consisted of married couples, all of which decided to leave the kids at home, we called it our "Couples Beach Retreat". Keeping with the spirit of the mini getaway vacation, I decided to … [Read more...]

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Herbal Foot Soak

May 1, 2013 by 2 Comments
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(Used in this project: Circle Labels and Scallop Tags in Kashmir style.) Whether your feet contend with high heels, hard floors, and long days or get a workout in runners and gardening clogs, they deserve a little pampering, right? When I come in from the garden in my very favorite gardening flip flops I'm sure to leave a dirt trail behind me. But even after a hot shower and a quick sweep, my feet still ache from the pounding they just took. I made up a herbal foot soak just to pamper my … [Read more...]

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Lavender Oatmeal Tub Tea

March 27, 2013 by 4 Comments
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(Used in this project: Small Diamond Tags and Rectangle Labels in Swiss Dots style with Large Gift Boxes.) Rub-a-dub-dub, these little bags of tea get steeped in your tub! Given how much my friend's newborn loves her bath time, I thought it was the perfect theme for a baby shower. While baby Simone and mom got a gift basket full of bath time goodies (like these Homemade Bath Fizzies) all the lovely ladies who attended the shower also walked away with a box containing three Lavender Oatmeal … [Read more...]

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Mason Jar Sprouting Kit

March 20, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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If you are like me, you may find it a bit hard to get through the winter months without fresh grown garden veggies. That's why I started sprouting originally, but this crunchy bean mix has me addicted! It adds a whole lot of flavor and freshness to salads, soups, pasta, and sandwiches, but also packs in a whole lot of nutrition. Each teeny tiny sprout is more digestible than the unsprouted grain, plus it packs in all the nutrients needed to grow that seed into a seedling. No need for a … [Read more...]

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Homemade Bath Fizzies

January 23, 2013 by 7 Comments
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These fizzy tub treats make fabulous gifts and they are great fun to make. There are only a few ingredients necessary and once you have those, you will be well on your way to soothing baths for you, your family, your friends, house guests, teachers, the mailman….you get the idea! What I like most about making bath fizzies is saving all that money. The same type of bath bomb in shops can cost around $5-$6 each. Why not make your own? You will never have another flat bath … [Read more...]

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After-Holiday Granola Bars

January 11, 2013 by 1 Comment
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Now that holiday season is over, I’m feeling the need to step away from rich foods and sweets, and opt for healthier alternatives for the New Year. That’s why I decided to make these “after-holiday” granola bars for my family and co-workers this week. They’re sweetened with dates, lightly salted, and make a great healthy breakfast or snack option on the go. The best part is that they’re super easy to prepare, and totally customizable. You can mix in any kind of nut, dried fruit, or … [Read more...]

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Chocolate Mint Lip Balm

January 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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Why not make a resolution this 2013 to pamper your lips? The cold winter air and indoor heat are undoubtedly drying them out. This lip balm is a luscious treat for the chocolate lover without any of those pesky calories. Cocoa butter is ultra moisturizing and because it melts at body temperature, it is readily absorbed into the skin. The mint essential oils will add a cooling tingle to this luxurious lip balm. Chocolate Mint Lip Balm Ingredients: • 1 tbsp cocoa butter • 1 tbsp … [Read more...]

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No Flour Cloud Bread (Gluten Free Recipe)

January 7, 2013 by 4 Comments
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The holiday season was harder on my waistline than normal; or maybe I’m more sensitive to it this time around. Shared shirks among friends made it clear- everyone needs something to make them feel more optimistic and motivated about staying healthy. Cooking is a hobby that can act as a double-edged sword. It's my goal (resolution?) to lay off the dessert recipes and seek out recipes that better the old standards of my kitchen. When I saw this No Flour Cloud Bread for the first time, I … [Read more...]

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Christmas Morning Granola

December 13, 2012 by 2 Comments
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Growing up, Christmas morning was the time that we opened our stocking and all the presents. Sure there was one gift opening allowed on Christmas eve before we snuggled into bed, but the bulk of the gift gluttony was done in the morning. With all of the wrapping paper being torn open and ribbons being hurled in the air, you could certainly work up an appetite. As an adult, I now like to have something quick and nutritious available to feed the masses. Homemade granola packed full of seeds, … [Read more...]

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Raw Salted Caramel Dip

September 26, 2012 by 2 Comments
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Occasionally I run across an idea that makes me think why didn't I think of that? That's what happened when I first stumbled upon Sarah Britton's recipe for raw salted caramel dip over on My New Roots. It's rich, delicious, and much healthier than real salted caramel. And it's the perfect accompaniment to all those apples that are ripening on trees right about now, though you can use it for all sorts of things. Personally, I like it in my morning bowl of oatmeal, but you can also use it as a … [Read more...]

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