Archives | April, 2011
Almond Buttermilk Waffles

Almond Buttermilk Waffles

Saturday, April 30, 2011 in Breakfast, Food, Vegetarian

This almond waffles recipe is a little different, but in a good way. Super buttery and deliciously golden, the almond flour and extract add sweet, subtle nutty flavor while the toasted almonds on top give it nice satisfying crunch. Oh, and I talk about our golden retriever puppy, Daisy, too. Lord help us.

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Bouquets of Butterflies on Branches

Bouquets of Butterflies on Branches

Tuesday, April 26, 2011 in Crafts, Decorating, Home

This is one of those projects that takes next to no time to whip up. Not only does it bit of springy whimsy to any tabletop, I guarantee it will make you smile at least once per day. Plus, it’s the perfect, no-maintenance “bouquet” for super-busy folks like me. Bonus! Just grab some branches from [...]

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Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Wednesday, April 20, 2011 in Dessert, Food, Kid Friendly, Vegetarian

Cookies and cream, in a cupcake. Delicious, chewy chocolate brownie cupcakes topped with cookies-and-cream buttercream, topped with a mini Oreo and, the pièce de résistance, an Oreo is baked right into the middle of the cupcake!

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More Wall Art on the Super-Cheap: Floating Frames + Postcards

More Wall Art on the Super-Cheap: Floating Frames + Postcards

Saturday, April 9, 2011 in Decorating, Home

I’m big on “free” art, as you can see here and here. There are so many beautiful, interesting things out there – just add a frame and, voila! Something pretty for your walls, for next to no moolah! My latest endeavor involved some neat vintage-inspired illustrated postcards that I picked up on our February trip [...]

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Blueberry Pancakes

Blueberry Pancakes

Sunday, April 3, 2011 in Breakfast, Food, Fruit, Vegetarian

Blueberry pancakes. Fluffy, buttery and overflowing with little blue bursts of heaven. What’s not to love? Here’s a recipe for my fave, with buttermilk, a goodly touch of vanilla and, of course, lots of fresh blueberries.

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