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Dec 24

Christmas Recipes

Here are a few Christmas recipes I found on Little Birdie Secrets. Check out their site for more great ideas.

This is a English Toffee recipe that looks delicious and easy to make. Click here for the recipe.

These are Oreo balls, that I have heard are absolutely amazing! I am going to attempt to make a sugar free version of these… I will post how it goes when I get around to making them.  Click here for the recipe.

Dec 22

Redbox Code

I’m sorry the post have temporarily ceased, but we have traveled down to South Carolina to visit our families for the Holidays.  As a peace offering, here is a Redbox code to receive a free movie renal. Enjoy!

Code: ACME26

Dec 16

Kid’s books for $1.77!

booksamillionStill in need for some great kid’s Christmas presents? Well look no further! Click here and click on the $1.77 graphic, then check out all the great books available for $1.77. BUT WAIT… it gets better!! There is FREE shipping!! During checkout, use the coupon code  BKLVFREE to get the books delivered to you for free . Happy Shopping!

Thanks:  STL Mommy

Dec 15

Little Birdie Secrets

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Little Birdie Secrets is a great blog of three friends and their great crafting projects. Here are a few of their projects that I have added to my project list.

blocks

I love these photo blocks. Such a great and easy gift idea!

treeskirt

Need a new tree skirt?

fabricwreath

Technically this is for Valentines Day but its super easy and the idea could easily be converted over to a Christmas wreath.

book

Check out this great tutorial on a handmade book/ journal.

stocking

I love this little stocking silverware holder! What a great idea for your next Christmas party.

Check out their site, I’m sure you will find something you will love!

Dec 14

Cute and Easy Bracelet

Check out this adorable bracelet I found at Lillyella. She has a great tutorial, check it out.

button bracelet

This would make a great (and easy) Christmas present. Have fun and let me know how yours turns out!

Dec 11

Christmas Wrapping Ideas

They always say  “don’t judge a book by its cover” but that is never said about the wrapping on a gift. When it comes to food they say “presentation is everything” or “if it looks good, then it will taste good”, well wouldn’t that apply to presents as well? Well, if you are in a holiday gift wrapping slump, take a look at these gift wrapping ideas to get the juices running again. Have fun with it and get creative!

giftwithtwine

Gift Wrapping with Twine.

giftsoap

Gift Box for soap.

giftplacemat

Gift wrap with a place mat.

Magazine-bow-finished

Gift Wrapping by recycling magazines.

giftcookies

Gift Wrapping a Christmas Cookie Mix.

giftphoto

Gift Wrapping with photocopied photos.

giftfabric

Gift Wrapping with fabric.

giftenvelopebox

Gift Wrapping with an old envelope box.

giftdishtowell

Gift Wrapping a cookbook with a dishtowel.

giftjar

Gift Wrapping in a jar.

giftbread

Gift Wrapping for Bread.

If these aren’t enough ideas for you Check out sites for some more ideas.

Tip Junkie

My Little Cottage

Dec 10

Chicken Quesadillas

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Do I have an delicious and easy dinner idea for you!

I started by adding some oil (about 3 Tablespoons), 1/4 of a chopped onion, and defrosted (chopped) chicken into a hot pan.  I cooked it till the chicken was completely cooked.

chicken 1

Once the chicken was done, I transferred it to out of the pan. I then wiped out the pan with a paper town and placed it (the pan) back on the stove.  Turn the heat down and add a little butter (for a yummy flavor).  Then start your layering.

chicken 2

Tortilla shell, chicken, cheese, another tortilla shell on top. Once the bottom tortilla starts to brown turn tortilla over and repeat until cheese is melted. Cut and serve with salsa or sour cream.

chicken 3

Although these were very good, my husband and I agreed that it was missing something. So we used Google to find the recipe for Taco Bells Quesadillas sauce, and this is what we found.

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons minced jalapeño, slices
  • 2 teaspoons jalapeño juice, from minced jalapeños
  • 3/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 dash salt

Next time I make Quesadillas I will try this out and let you know how it is.

Dec 09

Ornament Projects!

ornament1I absolutely love these ornament projects I found on Starter home to Dream home. Check out her site for the full tutorial. I hope you enjoy these idea pictures as much as I do!

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ornament 2

ornament 3

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Dec 08

Fireflies and Jellybeans

firefliesandjellybeans

I am starting to love this blog more and more! They have some really great and easy projects that won’t break the bank.  Here are a few ideas I have found and am excited about getting started on.  Check out their site and see what ideas you could come up with!

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This is a fun tutorial on how to make some great gift tags to spice up your holiday gifts!

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These are blocks for displaying the new baby in the family, or in my case I’m planning on making them with wedding pictures and the date!

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This is an idea that I am really excited about!  This being our first Christmas together our ornament collect is very small. Check out this tutorial on how to make your own ornaments for Christmas out of old greeting cards.

Dec 07

JcPenny – $10 off $10

JCPenny

JcPenney has a new $10.00 off $10.00 code available .

When at checkout use code NICE4U.

You won’t be able to get something 100% free, because you will have to pay shipping – but every bit helps during the Christmas season.

Thanks: For the Mommas

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