Light it up Blue

I am lighting it up blue today for my not so little brother, my two wonderfully sweet boys and every other person out there living with autism.  I love both of my boys dearly and every time I think I have them figured out they surprise me with something new.  I vow to never limit my expectations of them because they have autism, but to encourage them to grow and become the amazing people that they will be. 

Happy Autism Awareness Day!

Easter Egg Time!

Every Easter since my kids were itty bitty I have always dyed Easter Eggs.  I've also carved Pumpkins at Halloween too but that is a different story.  Even before they could hold  a spoon I was letting them sit with me and watch or touch as I happily dyed Easter eggs.  I really think I do it more for me than them.  I constantly have to remind myself that their eggs do not have to look perfect and to keep my hands off.  Then I always leave a couple for myself so I can release my own creativity and be done with it.  This year I did things a little differently.  It all started with the Martha Stewart Egg Dying 101 app.

Thing 1 and Thing 2 themed baby shower

I recently had the pleasure of helping some friends with a Thing one and Thing two baby shower for twins.  I've always loved Dr. Seuss so I jumped at the chance. 

The challenge of this shower was that it had to take place within a week, since the Mother was leaving soon to be in the states due to complications with her pregnancy.  Thankfully I had lots of help from my friend Laura the mastermind behind this whole thing and I'm pretty happy with what we accomplished in such a short time.  

Mint Oreo Truffles "Oh my!"

With St. Patrick's Day coming up I had to give these a try.  I love mint and chocolate anything so the idea of putting them into truffle form was genius.  If you don't like mint then these are not for you, but you might like my original Oreo truffle recipe. However if you do like mint then please indulge a little with me. 

My Mother my inspiration

I was cleaning out my storage room yesterday and tucked away in a box with many other papers from my past I found this paper doll.  When I was a little girl my mother drew me this beautiful paper elf doll along with an entire wardrobe and a pet wolf.  Why would a little girl want a paper elf doll with a pet wolf you ask?  I was obsessed with a book called "ElfQuest" by Wendy and Richard Pini.  I guess now you would call it a graphic novel but to me it was just a gigantic comic book with absolutely beautiful illustrations. 

Pinkalicious inspired Birthday party

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Pinkalicious cake

I just had the pleasure of making pink cupcakes and a pink cupcake cake for my friends daughter's Pinkalicious party. For those that don't know Pinkalicious is an adorable book about a girl who eats too many pink cupcakes (sounds like me) and turns pink.

Crepes, crepes, crepes

I will never forget the first time I had a crepe on the streets of Paris.  I'd had crepes before  but none could ever come close to that experience.  It was ham and cheese oozing with warm gooey goodness.  I will never forget how delicious it was and how wonderful it was to be actually in "Paris" while I ate it.  Ever since then I have had an infatuation with this wonderful confection.  It can be savory or sweet.  Served for dessert or breakfast or as a snack.  It's so versatile and simple, yet elegant and delicate. 

Happy Valentines Day!!!

I think what I like about Valentines day is that it's all about love.  Well for my kids it's all about candy and treats and sweets, but for me it's all about love.  I show it by baking for my family and making valentines.  There is nothing better than a homemade Valentine.  Then there is the crafter in me that jumps at a chance to help decorate my children's Valentines box.  The best part is watching the kids dump out that box and read every card and thank every child who gave them a card. It's so sweet.

Here is what we did this Valentines day.

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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Words cannot express how good these are.  I only wish I could pass on the smell and the warm gooey goodness that accompanied these amazingly wonderful pancakes.  I found these at Recipegirl.com . I was hesitant to try them since I couldn't even imagine how you would combine cinnamon rolls and pancakes.  My kids loooove cinnamon rolls and I hate how long they take to make so this recipe sounded like just the thing to make us all happy. I was right.

Paper purses

What is cuter than a paper purse?  Well maybe a paper purse filled with tiny little goodies and a cute little girl holding it.  These little purses were the treat bags for my daughters birthday party, but with Valentines day just around the corner these would make the perfect Valentine treat bags or birthday treat bags or tiny gift bags.  Just take your pick.

Marshmallow Heart Pops

Nothing says Valentines like red hearts.  Now if they are marshmallow filled and on a stick well that's even better.  These are so easy and super cute.  I know I say that all the time but I mean it just the same. 

Oreo Cake Hearts

These cute Oreo hearts couldn't be any easier.  If you're not a baker or even if you are these are the perfect sweet treat for any Valentine occasion.

Mara's Hello Kitty inspired 4th Birthday party

I can't believe my little Mara just turned 4.  She such a wonder and a joy and she always brings a smile to my face.  She's very girly and playful so it's no wonder she loves Hello Kitty.  I mean who doesn't.  So I knew her party had to be Hello Kitty with lots of pink and playful notes throughout. 

Customer pics

I just received these lovely pictures from a customers baby shower.  They used my Alice printable to decorate this beautiful cake.  I love the grassy bottom with the cute little white rabbit and the adorable flowers that match my flowers.  It just warms my heart to see that something I did is being used to help celebrate someones special day. 

Thank you Frances for letting me see the finished product.  I just love costumer pics.

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