Saturday, August 22, 2009

Vintage Dress/Skirt

Bow in back of skirt
front of skirt

hair bow to match skirt

This skirt was intended to be a retro dress. Unfortunately, I did not fit the top portion of it, so we took off the top and made it into a skirt. At least the skirt portion fit. All the hard work would have been for nothing. With some of the fabric I made this bow. I like to make bows to mach my outfits.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Stationary




Home made stationary set
The other day, I came across a beautiful stationary set, while cleaning out a cabinet. My mother bought the stationary set from Mrs. Humphrey at a tea party. Included in the set were beautiful writing papers, envelopes, stickers, sponge, sachet, etc. I went to my craft supplies and found some envelopes, paper, stamps, craft scissors, etc. I decorated some envelopes and writing paper with stamps, blending chalks, and glitter.
I like to collect pretty stationary and writing journals. I have found quite a few at the Dollar Store. This was a fun project!


Stamp Collection

Shelf for Stamp Collection
Lillibeth and Lydia taught me how to make embossed cards. My father made me a shelf, so that I could organize my stamps, ink, embossing tool, etc.
Cards can be made for all occasions, birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, for those that are sick, shut-ins, encouragement, etc.

Beautiful Quilts

The Old Quilt
Art Print
Michael Humphries
Dog Nap
Art Print
Mark A. Stewart
Wash Day
Art Print
Dan Campanelli
Sun Bonnet Sue Quilt
Made by Mrs. Wright
During ladies bible study, Mrs. Sherman and Mrs. Humphrey brought some lovely quilts for our class to enjoy! I am interested in making a Sun Bonnet Sue quilt. Mother has mentioned that I need to first finish some other sewing projects before I can start on a quilt.













Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Fishing

Fish
Fish

and more


Fish
Today my dad took me fishing. I caught six fish but I only got pictures of four because two hopped off the hook when it saw the seagull over head.
I learned how to catch fish from my grandpa Plumlee.










Friday, July 31, 2009

Summer Picnic

Picnic Basket and Place Settings
The Picnic, 1903
Giclee Print
Henri Labasque


Yesterday, I went to Goodwill with my friend, Lillibeth. While we were there, I found a wicker picnic basket. Inside the basket, there were plastic cups, plates, spoons, and linens! This inspired me to find some summer picnic recipes.

Here are a few that I found on-line at http://busycooks.about.com/.


Bologna Slaw Wrap Sandwiches
by Linda Larsen

Prep Time: 15 minutes


Ingredients:

6 ounce pkg. bologna slices, chopped
2 cups deli coleslaw, drained
1 carrot, shredded
1/2 cup whipped salad dressing
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
6 slices American or Swiss cheese
6 (10-inch) flour tortillas

Preparation:

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except for cheese and tortillas; mix well to coat. Line tortillas with cheese slices and divide bologna mixture among tortillas. Roll up tightly to enclose filling, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill until serving. Serves 6.

My Mother's Potato Salad
by Linda Larsen

Prep Time: 35 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:
5 pounds red potatoes
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Miracle Whip salad dressing (do not substitute)
1/4 cup milk
2 Tbsp. yellow mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 bunch radishes, cleaned and sliced
6 hard cooked eggs, sliced

Preparation:

Boil the potatoes until tender. When cool enough to handle, peel the potatoes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl blend mayonnaise, Miracle Whip, milk and mustard until smooth. This dressing should be fairly thin, so don't skimp on the milk! Add salt and pepper to taste. Cut the warm potatoes into cubes and add to the dressing, folding carefully. Add green onions and radishes and blend well. The hard cooked eggs are layered on top for a pretty presentation. Chill well to let flavors blend. Serves 10.


Cantaloupe Popsicles
by Linda Larsen


Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:
6 oz. can frozen fruit juice concentrate (pink lemonade)
3 cups cubed cantaloupe or other melon
3/4 cup water
10 paper drink cups
10 wooden Popsicle sticks

Preparation:

In blender or food processor, combine fruit juice concentrate and cantaloupe, process until smooth. Fill each drink cup with about 1/3 cup of this mixture, then freeze until partially frozen, about 1 hour. Insert wooden sticks and freeze until firm. To serve, peel away the paper cup.

Serves: 10




Thursday, July 30, 2009

Betty Crocker Recipes

Children Baking a Cake,
Royal Baking Powder, USA 1920,
Giclee Print
My mother was given a Betty Crocker cookbook years ago and I have been using it to make banana bread for my family and grandpa. The pages are beginning to stick in places, and I think it might need to be retired.
There are delicious recipes for meal planning at www.bettycrocker.com. You will also find desserts and appetizer recipes.
Enjoy!
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