We celebrated our daughter’s First Holy Communion with a shabby chic garden themed party at home this May. In keeping with the theme’s rustic feel, I decided to take my hands to glue to craft a few of the party details…starting with the confetti. Confetti are an Italian tradition attached to party favors. Basically, they … More Shabby Chic Communion Confetti Project
What a fun and super easy craft! These two pots were transformed to serve fun treats on the dessert table at our daughter’s First Holy Communion. Most supplies were acquired at a local floral supply store- the pots, floral foam and dried floral moss… Also, these pots can be recycled for other parties or in my yard if … More Cake Pop Stand & Donut Hole Topiary
These burlap and lace votives were a quick craft to put together, at under an hour, and I ended up making four different styles out of the two ribbons to keep with the shabby chic/rustic feel of my daughter’s party. A pair of votives highlighted each centerpiece, and was a cute glimmering addition as the day turned to dusk. … More Burlap and Lace Votive Candle Project
Pasta al Forno with Roasted Eggplant 1lb cooked ziti My Marinara Sauce (click link for recipe) 1 eggplant, washed, sliced lengthwise 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 1.5 cup grated Romano Cheese 1/2 lb fresh mozzarella, cut into rough pieces 16 oz skim Ricotta 1 handful fresh parsley, washed and chopped (2 tablespoons dried) 1 … More Pasta al Forno with Roasted Eggplant
Hey Everyone! Hope you guys are having a great Monday…if this is possible. Ugh!! I am having such a typical Monday, it’s the worst. Came into work with a massive plate of things to get through and realize it will take me all week to get through it. BUT oh well, we all know Monday’s … More April School Vacation 2014
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