Thursday, February 10, 2011
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Sushi Tiiiiiiiiime and 31 Day Challenge Day 7
My husband and I love sushi. Love. Sushi. Like we discovered that the resort we were staying at on our honeymoon was next door to an all you can eat sushi buffet and ate there pretty much every day. And were happy about it. Very happy, indeed. However, being poor newlyweds and pretty handy in the kitchen, we decided to try to make our own for a fraction of the cost. And it worked! We aren't very good at the rolling bit yet, but it was so good we're willing to put in the practice.
See? He came out smiling. Oh, and as far as the 31 day challenge goes, today is our most prized possession. Mine's hidden in the pictures. Do you see it? Can you guess? It's actually my husband's wedding band. It's the only thing that I own (we bought each others rings as a present) that makes me giddy to see, even almost a year after getting married.
In other news, today we created some wall panels for some added oomph on the walls and I signed on to be a consultant for the Pampered Chef! I'll have a few more project tutorials up soon hopefully.
See? He came out smiling. Oh, and as far as the 31 day challenge goes, today is our most prized possession. Mine's hidden in the pictures. Do you see it? Can you guess? It's actually my husband's wedding band. It's the only thing that I own (we bought each others rings as a present) that makes me giddy to see, even almost a year after getting married.
In other news, today we created some wall panels for some added oomph on the walls and I signed on to be a consultant for the Pampered Chef! I'll have a few more project tutorials up soon hopefully.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
31 Day Challenge Day 6
Monday, February 7, 2011
Eclectic Serving Tray
I've been feeling creative lately. So I've been perusing lots of crafty type blogs and somehow came across this idea, but don't remember where. It was nothing more than a passing glance, but the idea stuck. I couldn't stop thinking about how I needed a serving tray now, too. It was very consuming. I didn't even intend on going to Goodwill today, but the siren song of the tray called to me.
For this project you need some plates/bowls and some mugs. How many of each is really up to how big you want it. I wanted a smaller one to sit on the kitchen table all the time, so I decided on three tiers, with smaller mugs in between. The fun part about this project is going to a yard sale or Goodwill and piecing together what you want! I spent a good half hour picking up different dishes, setting them up, then putting one back and picking out another plate. I was going for something a little more classic looking at first, but I love the organic, eclectic look of this combination! It was also good practice because making everything not quite perfect adds to the natural "these things are kind of just sitting here like that" feel of the piece. It reminds me of a crazy woman's kitchen. And since it's in mine, that works! The plates and mugs were hot glued together, but super glue works as well. I'm now thinking about making these for wedding presents (to go along with a nicer present of course!) because I love how customizable and different this project is every time! The best part? The whole thing cost me $3.50. You can't buy a three tiered serving tray for that, let alone one that goes with your decor! Because as soon as you put that stipulation on something it jacks the price up because what you want is never what's popular, of course.
For this project you need some plates/bowls and some mugs. How many of each is really up to how big you want it. I wanted a smaller one to sit on the kitchen table all the time, so I decided on three tiers, with smaller mugs in between. The fun part about this project is going to a yard sale or Goodwill and piecing together what you want! I spent a good half hour picking up different dishes, setting them up, then putting one back and picking out another plate. I was going for something a little more classic looking at first, but I love the organic, eclectic look of this combination! It was also good practice because making everything not quite perfect adds to the natural "these things are kind of just sitting here like that" feel of the piece. It reminds me of a crazy woman's kitchen. And since it's in mine, that works! The plates and mugs were hot glued together, but super glue works as well. I'm now thinking about making these for wedding presents (to go along with a nicer present of course!) because I love how customizable and different this project is every time! The best part? The whole thing cost me $3.50. You can't buy a three tiered serving tray for that, let alone one that goes with your decor! Because as soon as you put that stipulation on something it jacks the price up because what you want is never what's popular, of course.
Valentine's Day Wreath!
After all the Christmas decorations came down, I was kind of disappointed at how bland the house looked, especially the front door. Luckily, Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and I was able to throw together a quick wreath for the door in a matter of an hour or two! It was pretty mindless as well, so I popped in a chick flick and got to it.
All you need is a wire hanger and cloth scraps, both of which I had on hand. Rip the scraps into long, skinny strips (I mixed it up and made different lengths because I like that look more), undo your wire hanger and bend it into a heart (I'm honestly thinking about doing one of these for St. Patrick's Day, Easter, ect. the possibilities are endless). Then tie the strips all the way around, fluff, and done! Easy peasy.
31 Day Challenge Day 5
I have too many favorite memories. I mean, life would be really sad if I only had one, right? So here's a picture of one of my top 10.
This picture is from the night we brought Chester home. We had just moved into our first place together about a month earlier, and bringing him into our family really signified to me that we were a family and had made the transition. He's my baby!
This picture is from the night we brought Chester home. We had just moved into our first place together about a month earlier, and bringing him into our family really signified to me that we were a family and had made the transition. He's my baby!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
31 Day Challenge Day 4
So I'm supposed to post a picture of my favorite night, but I couldn't pick. I've had a lot of great nights in my life, and they're all amazing for different reasons. But collectively I thought I'd pick my honeymoon. Can't post pics of most of that hahaha! But I did have a great view of the Miami skyline at night from our deep sea fishing boat. That was a really fun night. And this is pretty much what it looked like, but add in the peaceful rocking of the ocean and the cool breeze on a warm night. I wish I could relive my honeymoon over and over and over again. It was so relaxing, peaceful, and lacking in worry and stress.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
31 Day Challenge! Day 2 and 3
So I got REALLY sidetracked last night and had to forgo posting. So here's day 2 - a picture of who I've been closest to the longest.
That's my friend Kaiulani and me on my wedding day. We've been friends since the 9th grade. And we rock.
Day 3 is a pic of my favorite show, which is GLEE!!!! It reminds me of my show choir days.
Day 3 is a pic of my favorite show, which is GLEE!!!! It reminds me of my show choir days.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
31 Day Challenge!
Okay, I'm sucking at keeping a blog. Maybe because I know no one reads it? Anywho, in order to try to keep myself posting I'm going to start a 31 day challenge thingy! Wooooo! I ripped it from Facebook, I won't lie. Here's the list!
Day 01 - A picture of yourself with ten facts
Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest
Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 04 - A picture of your favorite night
Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most ****** up things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19 - A picture and a letter
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss
Day 31 - A picture of yourself
So to begin today.....
I *think* that's the most recent picture of me. I need to take more pictures of my life, too!
1) I'm thinking about going vegan, but I love leather shoes and purses a lot. And not buying them won't stop them from selling them...or putting them on sale....I'm horrible, I know.
2) I really do talk to my pets like they're my children. And they pretty much fill that void, and fill it well!
3) I actually like my in-laws. That's not a surprise by any means, but a lot of people don't and I always feel like the exception.
4) I still don't know what I want to do with my life. I have an idea, but I'm open to suggestions.
5) I really kind of want to declaw our cat, even though it's potentially harmful to her. I know I won't do it, but I still think about it at least once a day as she adds a new hole to my body.
6) I also love cheese too much to go vegan, I think.
7) I'm gluten intolerant. Which doesn't mean my throat will swell shut if I eat wheat, but it does mean bad things will happen, so stop asking me if I could eat wheat if I *really wanted to.* I don't really want to.
8) I spend a lot of time on the computer and reading books learning about new things because I'm scared my brain will go soft now that I'm out of school.
9) I love to coupon and even though I don't walk out with $300 worth of groceries for $10 I still get that "thrill of the kill" high at the end of a good trip.
10) I'm a really sensual person, as in I love things that appeal to my senses. If something has a nice texture or scent or color chances are it'll find its way home with me.
Day 01 - A picture of yourself with ten facts
Day 02 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest
Day 03 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 04 - A picture of your favorite night
Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 06 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 07 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 08 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 09 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most ****** up things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19 - A picture and a letter
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss
Day 31 - A picture of yourself
So to begin today.....
1) I'm thinking about going vegan, but I love leather shoes and purses a lot. And not buying them won't stop them from selling them...or putting them on sale....I'm horrible, I know.
2) I really do talk to my pets like they're my children. And they pretty much fill that void, and fill it well!
3) I actually like my in-laws. That's not a surprise by any means, but a lot of people don't and I always feel like the exception.
4) I still don't know what I want to do with my life. I have an idea, but I'm open to suggestions.
5) I really kind of want to declaw our cat, even though it's potentially harmful to her. I know I won't do it, but I still think about it at least once a day as she adds a new hole to my body.
6) I also love cheese too much to go vegan, I think.
7) I'm gluten intolerant. Which doesn't mean my throat will swell shut if I eat wheat, but it does mean bad things will happen, so stop asking me if I could eat wheat if I *really wanted to.* I don't really want to.
8) I spend a lot of time on the computer and reading books learning about new things because I'm scared my brain will go soft now that I'm out of school.
9) I love to coupon and even though I don't walk out with $300 worth of groceries for $10 I still get that "thrill of the kill" high at the end of a good trip.
10) I'm a really sensual person, as in I love things that appeal to my senses. If something has a nice texture or scent or color chances are it'll find its way home with me.
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