Graduation Money, Candy, and Coin Money Leis

Aloha!  It's Friday and the 3rd of June!

June is usually a happy time of year.  End of the school year, graduations, and weddings fill the calendar.  These projects make me think of graduation and are definitely a unique way to give money to the lucky graduate!!

Maybe you have a graduate on your list this year - why not surprise them with a lei!  Check 'em out and give it a try!

Money Leis



Candy Leis



Coin Money Lei

Wouldn't you like to get a lei made of money or candy?  I think the candy ones would be cute for an end of year gift from a teacher to her students - or kiddos graduating from Kindergarten....hmmmm, just a thought!

Hope this post gave you some inspiration from the islands for a different way to give the gift of money!!  Have a 'fantabulous' Friday!  I'll see ya soon.

(Pssssst!!! Tomorrow I'll show you the completed project that I've been working on for my friend Michele's 1st graders!!  So cute!)

Paper Beads

It's June - Hip Hip Hurray!!!

We are having the super hot weather right now - it seems like summer has come early this year.  Yesterday it was 99 - I hope this isn't a precursor to what the rest of the summer will be like!!

I have always been fascinated with crafting.  And this particular craft is no exception!  Isn't it amazing to think that these beads were at one time a page in a magazine, or a sale paper that we all throw away as junk mail?  What a terrific way to recycle or upcycle (which ever tickles your fancy)!!!

If you've ever wondered how to make these beauties, I've found an awesome website here: Paper Beads - Jewelry Made From Recycled Paper

Aren't they Pretty and Unique???

So hop on over and give it a try - I know they are on absolutely on my to do list!!  When I get to them I'll be sure to show you!

Have a great June 1 and we'll chat soon!

Super Cute Shoe Makeovers

It's a terrific Tuesday!

I don't know about you, but I'm a tennis shoe gal (that is if I can't be in my bare feet!).  And these cute kickers are right up my alley.  I swear I'm going to end up having a rainbow of them in my closet (hubby thinks I'm a shoe hound and he's probably right - LOL).  I've always loved mules and these fit the bill when it comes to no shoelace tying!!!

I'm definitely putting the supplies for this project on my shopping list.  And if you want to make your own - this blog is the place to get the know how: sweet verbena: Shoe Makeover    Skip on over to get the scoop!



Love this Yellow!!!!



This Turquoise is super cute, too!!!!

Here's to hoping your day is great and your shoes are cute, comfy and bright!!  See ya soon!

Deep Fried Ice Cream!! YUM!

Good Morning!!

It's a holiday weekend and school is just about out for us!!!  Hurray!!!  Wouldn't it be fun to have something 'cool' and different for dessert at your Memorial Day picnic?  How about Deep Fried Ice Cream?  Doesn't it look yummy?  Fortunately for us my darling husband worked in a Mexican Restaurant in his youth and knows how to make this sweet treat.  But for those of you who don't here's a good tutorial: Deep Fried Ice Cream!!

Mmmmmmmm!!!!!!!

I'm totally torn between this and Deep Fried Candy Bars - decisions, decisions!! Hmmmm - maybe both! LOL!!! Well, no matter what you decide for dessert, I hope your holiday weekend is great!

Happy Saturday to you and see ya soon!

Lightscoop for Better Pictures

TGIF!!!! 

I have to tell you that my week has been fast but bad at the same time.  I managed to do something to my back and it's absolutely killing me.  To the point that it's even hard to get comfy in bed.  I have no idea what I did, but I really wish this would just go away!!!

Anyway, today's post will be short and sweet! Have you ever wondered how some photos have just the right lighting?  Well I have - but wonder no more.  This nifty little gadget gets the job done!  Go here to see what it's all about!  Lightscoop

Have a terrific Friday.  I'm working on a cute project for my friend Michele's 1st grade class which I'll show you when it's done - so stay tuned!  See ya soon.

Our NEW DIY Mailbox

It's Over the Hump Day!!

Well, we finally did it!  A few posts ago I showed you some of the outdoor projects that are on our to do list.  A new mailbox was one of them!  We did the whole thing in one day and we are very happy with how it turned out.

Of course, we still need to plant the clematis that will vine up and I'd like to get a magnetic mailbox cover for it, but overall I think it looks terrific!!!  The plans came from Lowe's Home Improvement and I believe the link is a few posts down.  It was not a hard DIY project and we were surprised that we were able to get it done in one day.  It took both of us working on it but well worth it! The only suggestion I have is - paint the wood first!!  So if you are in need of a new mailbox as badly as we were - what are you waiting for???

Have an awesome Wednesday!  Chat with you soon!

Dip-Dyed Baskets

Happy Tuesday!

Today is the first day of EOGs for Cristian and he is a nervous wreck.  He did pretty well on the 'mock' EOG a few weeks ago so I know he'll do great!  But none the less he is a little scared.  I have to say his teacher is doing everything possible to encourage the class.  She asked for donations from parents for the kiddos snacks this week as well as cards of encouragement that she can give them each day.  I loved that idea!  I made each child in the class a 'lucky' penny with a little poem that my hubby and I came up with.  His teacher seemed very pleased with them!  Sadly, I didn't take a picture of them before I sent them in to her so I can't show them to you.  I promise that if I make more in the future I will take a picture!!

Anyway, today's find is thanks to Martha Stewart!  I've seen these baskets and like them very much.  Now you and I can make our own!  Go here for the tutorial on her site: Dip-Dyed Baskets

Have fun making your own dip dyed baskets!  Short post today since my hubby has the day off and we're making our new mailbox - the one from Lowe's Home Improvement.   I'll show you tomorrow the finished project (if we get it done today)!

Hope your Tuesday is terrific.  See ya soon.

Puppy Kisses and Cheesecake - What a Combo!!!

 Good Monday to you!

As promised, here are a few pictures of our new babies - Daisy and Violet!  Aren't they cute? They are sisters and I rescued them from a local shelter.  The shelter is a high kill facility and I just couldn't bear the thoughts of these little ones being put to sleep - could you?  So they are our newest family members and they keep us hoppin'!

Daisy

 

Daisy



Violet



Violet



Sleeping (sorta) With Cristian

Both are very sweet puppies.  They have pretty big feet so they will be larger dogs.  That's ok though.  I wouldn't have cared how small or how big they would be - just as long as they weren't put down.

Now, a few posts ago I showed you the Red Velvet Cheesecake Cake that is supposed to be a close second to the Cheesecake Factory.  Well, I finally made it and according to my friend Michele, it tastes exactly like the one from Cheesecake Factory!!!  Check it out!



This Icing is to Die For!

 

The Cheesecake Layer is Scrumptious!



I have to say that I was surprised how easy it was to make.  It really did come out great.  I'd venture to say that it's my favorite thing I've ever made baking wise!  What a compliment from my friend, too!!  I have a feeling I'll be making many more of these in the future - LOL!!!  So if you missed the original post, scroll down a few and get the recipe for yourself - you won't be sorry!!!

Have a fantastic Monday!  See ya later! 



Stacked Succulent Planter

Hello.  Did everyone have a good weekend?  I know that we certainly did.  It went really fast though - but don't they all!

I came across this planter and I think it is lovely.  It is very simple and elegant.  And it appears very easy to make.  I've always loved this type of plant and this planter is the ticket!  If you want to make one for yourself the tutorial is here:  Stacked Succulent Planter 

I'll be back tomorrow with some cute pictures of our new 'babies' and the awesome red velvet cheesecake cake that I made for my friend Michele on Friday.  I still can't believe how good it was!

Have a wonderful Sunday evening and I'll see ya soon!

Rainbow Stuffed French Toast

Happy Tuesday!

How about a new way to make french toast on Sunday mornings?  This makes my mouth water every time I look at it!  Doesn't it look scrumptious?  My guys are going to love it and I think you will too!  Here's the link for the recipe: Rainbow Stuffed French Toast



ENJOY!!

Enjoy the rest of your day - see ya soon!