Foodie Friday - So it begins...

I've procrastinated until I can't so it's time for the baking to begin!  This is how my kitchen will look for the next several days.....

Busy times call for easy menus so I pulled out a favorite that can be on the table in under 30 minutes.  I've posted it previously but since there are always new visitors who pop in, I thought a re-run would be ok.  I've also put it into pdf format for you to print out.

YUM!  Hot Browns!  Our favorite way to use up the Thanksgiving turkey breast.  I store mine in the freezer in Foodsaver bags portioned out for 2 servings. (about 1/2 lb.) 

I shot this before I put the bacon on.  Feel free to leave off the tomato if you don't like it.  This recipe was created at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, KY and the story is the brothers who came up with the idea fought over whether or not to add the tomato.  It's delish either way.

Back to the baking..

WOYWW? - Ribbon Carousel Challenge - Peppermist Twist

Ribbon Carousel Challenge RCC32

Well, gonna do a dance and it goes like this

The name of the dance is the peppermint twist

In a night like this - a peppermint twist

Round and round, up and down

Round and round, up and down

Around and around, and a up and down and a

                                                      One, two, three kick, one, two, three go...

Oh yes,  I'm old enough to remember when the twist was first introduced....and I can still do it, thank you very much....Grab your kids and go here to listen and DANCE; they will love it!!!  That is, right after you see my rendition of the Peppermint Twist Ribbon Carousel/May Arts style.  May Arts is sponsoring the challenge this week on Ribbon Carousel and you know what that means....FREE RIBBON!!

I glittered the WHOLE tag!

Wrapped the handle and stamped the tissue paper to match.

This is just a simple white bag that you get in the value packs at Michael's or JoAnn's.  I made it a bit taller with my lucious May Arts Ribbon.  I stamped the tissue paper with Rubbernecker's Snowflakes Set 587.

Be sure to twist on over to Julia's Stamping Ground for WOYWW131 this week to see what Christmas goodies may be popping up all over the world.  I've got a gift card holder in progress for our granddaughter.

Also entered in Truly Madly Crafty - Christmas Challenge

Craft Your Passion #87 - Anything Goes & Glitter(!)

Supplies

white gift bag

May Arts Ribbons

extra strong double sided tape
tag, glitter

Stamps - Rubbernecker Snowflakes Set 587, SU retired

Ink - Real Red, Green Galore

Clean and Simple Monday - Twine

Sorry to be so late but 'tis the season.  Tomorrow begins the "Great Cookie Baking Adventure" so I probably won't get in much stamping time.  I make all the dough first then bake, bake, bake.  I've promised myself I WILL NOT make the 800+ cookies I did last year. 

I desperately needed some stamp therapy. The CAS147 this week is to use twine.  My MIL and SIL share the same birthday so I made two similar cards using the front and back designs Bazzill paper.  I love this fresh color combo!  I think I'll send this one to my SIL....

                                                
and this one to my MIL who will be 97 years young.

Thanks so much for hanging in there...I'm also working on DT projects so stay tuned for some fun.

Supplies:
Paper - Neenah; Papertrey; Bazzill
Ink - Colorbox Cranberry
Stamps - PTI Big Birthday Wishes
Other - May Arts twine, PTI dies

Where Women Create First Day Giveaway

So sorry, no food this Friday as I made a fabulous soup but so forgot to take pictures of it.......grrrr..  I'm preparing for the big Christmas Cookie Baking so stay tuned.

I do have a fabulous giveaway to tell you about though.  Head over to WHERE WOMEN CREATE.  Not only are there amazing artists over there, but they're having a HUGE holiday giveaway...and I do believe I spied some May Arts Ribbon in there.

Ho ,Ho, Ho

May Arts/Lawn Fawn Project and Giveaway Number 2

It's my turn to show you what I did with May Arts and the cute Lawn Fawn stamps.  Head here, leave me a comment and you could win these



PLUS 3 rolls of ribbon of your choice!!!

Here's a sneaky peek at my project. 

                                

May Arts/Lawn Fawn Blog Week!

Woo,Hoo...it's time for................



 May Arts and Lawn Fawn have teamed together to bring you a week of fun and prizes!!



All these PLUS 3 spools of RIBBON!!  Just head over the MA blog and leave a comment. 

Teapot Tuesday - Katie Renz son, Hunter

Dear fellow bloggers,  I am unable to leave comments on any blogs.  I've asked Blogger for help...anyone else having that issue or know a work around for it?

This week's Teapot Tuesday Destination (MMTPT174) is Katie Renz' oldest son, Hunter.  You can read Katie's story here.  We're hoping to bring a bit of happiness for his 12th birthday.   There is a nice post and pictures of Katie and Kevin's twins opening the cards they received for their birthday a few weeks ago there as well. 

Hunter LOVES Harry Potter so our assignment is to make cards with 2 circles (like Harry's glasses).  You get extra cookies if you bring a wizard!

I  cut acrylic circles to act as lenses for my "glasses".   I love the glittery swirls on the DP from My Mind's Eye Glitter Book.

Here's the address if you'd like to send Hunter a card:

Hunter Renz

PO Box 5913

Bellingham, WA  98227-5913

Supplies: 

Paper - PTI, My Mind's Eye, AC Specialty

Stamps - Happileigh Scrappin digi, PTI Big Birthday Wishes, SU Birthday Best

Ink - Memento, Copics

Other - Stickles, foam tape, May Arts velvet string, acrylic sheet, Spellbinder circle dies, PTI number and banner dies

Rubbernecker Sisterhood Sunday Challenge - SSN1

It's Sunday and that means it's time for another "Sisterhood Sunday" challenge over at  the Rubbernecker Stamps Stampin Sisterhood Blog.

Our "big sister" Jacquie has cooked up a sketch challenge for you to play along with this week and Dave, aka Mr. Rubbernecker, is offering a stamp of choice to one lucky participant with the chance to win a full set of your choice at the end of the month.  Head over to the Stampin' Sisterhood for all the details and to see what the other Sisters have created to inspire you. 

Here's this week's sketch:

Here's my take on it.  I opted to place my sentiment on the oval (feel free to make this any shape you'd like) and pearl accents on the top panel in place of the sentiment.  I let my beautiful designer paper from October Afternoon be my vertical panel.

Don't forget....the Rubbernecker Black Friday 45% off sale ends today!

Supplies

Paper - PTI; October Afternoon

Stamps - Rubbernecker Sorrow looks at Yesterday - 582-17

Ink - Versafine

Other - stick on pearls, SB oval dies, distressing tool, sewing machine

Rubbernecker Stamps Sale - 45% off!

Rubbernecker Stamps are on sale up to 45% off until Sunday at 9 PM....just sayin'!!

 

Thanksgiving Feast Giveway

May Arts is hosting a Thanksgiving Giveaway!


I tend to feel bad for this underappreciated holiday, being stuck in between his very commercialized siblings. It does also happen to be one of my favorites! It's all the pomp & circumstance of Christmas without the pressure of presents! What could be better? :) The feast is my favorite part. Well....that and the decorating of the table, because let's face it what is a feast without proper presentation! Which leads me to the giveaway!

That's DCWV's Tattered Time Stack!

And the ribbon to go with it:

3 Spool of May Arts Ribbon - Your Choice!

What are you waiting for.... drop that fork and head over there!  The Ribbon Lady is choosing a winner on Monday!!

Teapot Tuesday, WOYWW129, and Happy Thanksgiving!

Here's my card for Teapot Tuesday (MMTPT173).  My card was a bit late but I wanted to be sure to send a card to young man named Neil Klippenstein, who lives in Canada.  Neil was on his motorcycle when a speeding truck threw him into the car in front of him and now he's a quadraplegic.  We wanted to cheer him up with cards featuring his beloved motorcycles.  He still loves them even though he can never ride again.

I used a digi image for a super quick card.    The shiny metallic cardstock and the glittered dp from DCWV Glitter Stack fit the challenge requirements for silver.  I've seen motorcycle guys with eagles on their jackets so when I found this one in my stash..on it went.  I hope it brings him some cheer.

Now for WOYWW #129 over at Julia's Stamping Ground.  Yes, it was Wed. when I took this photo, just after midnight when I was crafting this card.  I've been working on DT projects that can't be shared yet. 

Funny how fast cards come together when I don't overthink them!

Be sure to head over to Julia's to see what's happening on other workdesks around the world.

Finally, a Blessed and very Happy Thanksgiving to all my US friends.  May we never forget the sacrifices that were and are being made so that we may celebrate safely with our families in this season of Thanks and Giving.  If you are traveling, may you go in safety.   I pray for those who have yet to realize how fortunate they are to be able to live freely in a country where young men and women voluntarily risk their lives daily while they themselves choose to break the laws that have made this country great as they attempt to destroy businesses and disrupt lives. 

CAS Monday - The SCS DT Search is ON!!

It's here, it's here...the SplitCoastStampers SCS CAS Winter DT search is up and looking for the next fabulous round of CAS stampers...I can't play to win since I've already been on the team but YOU can!

I doubled up the CAS challenge this week for my card...partly because I've got a busy week like everyone else and maybe then some!  This is also for the SCS CAS145 Winter Christmas challenge.

My glue is almost dry!  I'm working on a couple of projects that parents can do with their kids so I thought this card might work.

Supplies

Cardstock -  Neenah, (base stock was a gift and I can't remember the name but it's awesomely textured)

DP - DCWV Winter Stack

Stamps - Lawn Fawn Making Frosty Friends

Ink - Memento, Copic marker

Other - Sparkle N Sprinkle Dimensional Glue, Spreadable Glue, SS Twinkling Clouds (ear muffs), MS coarse glittter, MA silk ribbon, Helmar Zap Dots, PTI die

Foodie Friday - Perfect Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes were always a favorite in our house.  Making the cheese sauce wasn't my most favorite part so when I found this version I was a happy camper.  The bonus?  They're fast, easy and FABULOUS.  Perfect for Thanksgiving or anytime.

Potatoes are on special most everywhere now so it's a good time to try this recipe.  My friend, Janet, said she needed a potato recipe.  Seems someone in her house, who shall remain nameless, bought 20 lbs. of potatoes yesterday.  LOL

You can find a printable copy of the recipe here and at the link at the top of the page.  I'm making them again today!

I forgot to add that I won the Pie Tasting Contest at church with this pie!!  Woo,Hoo!!

May Arts/Echo Park Blog Week Inspiration and Giveaways

It's my turn on the May Arts Blog to share the fun we had with Echo Park Papers this week.  I got to play with the vintage looking Season's Greetings Collection.

Want to make those boxes?  There's a tutorial for you on the MA Blog.  Of course, a blog week wouldn't be complete without giveaways right?  Well the Ribbon Lady and Echo Park have teamed together to cover that too.
All you have to do to have a chance to win is leave a commnet here.

WOYWW128 and Ribbon Carousel sketch

It's Wednesday...already  that means it's time for WOYWW over at Julia's Stamping Ground.  I missed last week as I was swamped.  This post will be short and sweet as I'm off to grab a couple of items on my Christmas list that are the "Lowest Price of the Season".  :-)

First up though is my submission for the cool sketch on Ribbon Carousel RCC29 (Laura's Sketch). 

                                           

I wanted you to see the beautiful texture added by the May Arts Ribbon and Sparkle N Sprinkle black detail embossing powder.  I love the beauty of this sentiment.  I think it's perfect for a sympathy card or for a friend going through a tough time.

Here's a peek at my workdesk....(notice there is no candy on there, Janet!)  :-)

I'm off to walk the dog and hit the mall (UGH!) but be sure to check out the other workdesks over at Julia's and don't forget to Hop with the Sisters at Rubbernecker.   There's a whole lot of inspiration and a stamp set up for grabs just for commenting.

Supply List

Cardstock - PTI; K&Co.

Stamps - Sparkle N Sprinkle Bird Swirl (432)

Ink - Versamark/Versafine

Other - SNS Black Detail EP (EP171), May Arts Velvet Corduroy, Recollections stick on bling



Teapot Tuesday - Katie Renz' Twins Birthday

This week our Teapot Tuesday Destination (MMTPT172) is the home of Will and Nate Renz, Katie's soon to be 6 year old twins.  Our hope and our prayer is to make their birthdays a bit brighter.  The boys love cars and trucks and have asked for a remote controlled car/truck for their birthday.   If you'd like to send them a card, you can find all the information here.

Of course, each boy needs their very own card so I made them just slightly different and added their initials.  The cars are cut out and popped up on dimensionals.

Supply List

Cardstock - Neenah; DCWV

Stamps - Wags n Whiskers Speed Racer digi, PTI sentiment

Ink - Versafine, Memento, Copics

Other - PTI number and banner dies, SB star die, metal letters, glitter, sewing machine, Helmar Zap Dots

Don't forget the RN Blog Hop is in full swing.  You have until Thursday to comment and win!