What's your favorite?

I'm Loving the season!

Party after Party

Cookie after Cookie

There is No holding back for me!

Here's a "Shout Out" to my all time favorite!

{ Raspberry Thumbprint cookie with shredded coconut}

Mmm

I could eat these for breakfast..Lunch..and dinner.
What's your favorite?

B.jane

North Pole snow anyone?

Oh No

Twas the night before the pajama party, when all through the house..

Not a single person was stirring

Not me, Not a marshmallow, Not even a mouse.

I was supposed to be making sweet Santa hats.

5 pink hats and 6 red hats to be exact.

But sleepiness got the best of me.

Next thing I knew..morning was here.

Aghhhh

With only an hour left..

I dumped the bags in a bowl..
Hung a sign..


grabbed a shovel..


and got there in just the "Nick" of time!

Thank goodness!
I wouldn't want to keep Santa waiting.

Project 320...make a difference

Hey..

You can win a Diaper-Scrunchie today

AND

be a supporter of something BIG!

Check it out.

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virtual raffle

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B.jane

How to get the Sweetest Santa pictures

Yep...

I can help you get the sweetest Santa pictures.

It's a little bit sticky...but super sweet!

All you need is scissors, wrapping paper, jumbo marshmallows, straws, and a stapler.

Pictorial1. Disconnect one end of string from party hat.

2. Cut straw into 2 in. pieces.

(Do not attempt to use entire straw..Big fat Mess!)

3. Place string through 2in. straw.

4. Poke straw with string in middle through 5 marshmallows.

(If the straw gets too sticky and messy..use another 2in.piece.)

5. Pull straw off.

6. Staple string back to party hat.

7. Cover party hat with red wrapping paper or scrapbook paper and add trim.

8. Stick a jumbo marshmallow on top.

9.Get the camera.

10. Say Cheese and let them taste.

Mmmm

Told ya!

Possibilities are endless!

It's not too late!

(pottery barn photo)

I found out that my new friend Asha who I met through blogging started a new company.

It's called {Plan-It- Organization}

What a fabulous idea...I'm all about living clutter free!

and

She's having a Giveaway.

This would make a great Christmas gift!

(I bet she could make gift certificates too)

Go see..It's not to late to enter!..just a few hours left!

hurry....click here.

Oh..and I can't wait to show you the "yummiest" party hat craft.

"sew"

come back soon!

B.jane

10 trees 'til Christmas

10 days 'til Christmas

No...not really!

But..I figured it's too late to invest time in making advent calendars for each kid.

"sew"

Thanks to party hats and a few sticky numbers..

(yesterday's post)

10 days before...

we will start counting down..

with something sweet under each tree.

Party hat crafts

I'm

Celebrating Christmas with

Party hat crafts the rest of the week!

"SEW"

Go ahead..

Grab some party hats and paper..

and

Come back tomorrow to see..

something fun to make with these trees.

Stomach bug to Snow Globes

Stuck inside with a Stomach bug.

She must be getting better.

I keep hearing ..

Snow globe..Snow globe.. Snow globe..

Mama.. lets make a snow globe.Thanks to a craft book..

I found out all we needed was a...

Jar

Ornament to glue to the lid

(It said waterproof glue..but I used a glue gun)


Glitter for snow.
All we had was green..but that makes it more fun.
Twist the lid back on and that's it.
Oh.. and add water

and maybe some food coloring too.

B.jane

It's Saturday

The snow is melting...

and now I'm kinda sad.

(sigh)

Like a kid...I'm desperately searching for any leftovers.

Hmm..

maybe if I gather some sticks, fake snow, and berries..

I can pretend

It's still here.

Yep..

I'm going to throw it all in here.

and now..

I have a little piece of that

"Winter Wonderland"

memory

right on my kitchen table.

Possibilities are endless!

A magical day

I know that every Blogger in Texas is probably blogging the same thing right now!

It's just too special and too rare not to blog.

Especially having it two years in a row.

Snow that is.

Mittens...hats...smiling faces...even broken tree branches..

looked magical today!

B.jane

Fun little things with paper doilies

I should be...

Cleaning... Grocery shopping.. doing more Laundry....

and I really need to be preparing for a craft show!

Instead

I'm sitting around drinking more coffee and playing with paper doilies.

Hmm

Well..

You would be in love too if you clicked Here and followed the arrow.

I mean...who can resist that delicate vintage charm and don't get me started on those cute little scalloped edges.

Call me a Grandma..

but I have a goal of one day crocheting a doilie.

Yep..I do!

Candle centerpieces and ornaments...using stencils or stickers.
Gift tags for boxes and bags... using double sided tape.
or
Snowflakes on her window.



Possibilities are endless with a pack of paper doilies!

Lettered tree part 1

For those who have been following..

then you might already know that I'm trying to pull off a lettered ABC theme that accommodates

Jesus's birthday along with my Son's First birthday.

Well..

Thanks to "eye screws" that I found at Lowes..

some used blocks..

colorful candy canes..

and vintage flash cards..

I think I might just be able to pull off a lettered tree...

and without spending a bunch of money !

Hand me down blocks (free)

eye screws ($2.00)

Fun colored candy canes (88 cents)

flash cards (check)


Now all I need is a Christmas tree!
Hmm
(Not so cheap!)

Turkey feathers

OK..

"Sew" it's not a turkey.

But it does kinda look like it might fly away!

I made this a few weeks back for a friend who requested a purse with a big bow...

kinda like the green one on my side bar.

Hmm

I know this looks nothing like it...but I figured I would still blog it...

for those who are into:

Shabby Shic

with a touch of Bling

and

VERY Semi Handmade things!

Yep..

Just a pre-made canvas tote like the aprons.

You can do this.

Possibilities are endless!

Sweet Rest

I'm so tired I can hardly type.

I don't even have a picture for you.

I feel my body yearning for rest.

I think it's time to stop and enjoy the holiday sweetness that surrounds me.

I'm so thankful for:

Babies to cuddle with , a Family to eat and share with, and Blog friends to create with.

I hope to have some burlap goodies for you this weekend.

Don't forget about me

or shopping {handmade.}

Until then..

Happy Thanksgiving

B.jane

Apron Winner

"JOY"

We have a winner!

But first..

Thanks to all of you who helped me spread this "joy"...

and

Thanks to all of you who gave such sweet comments...and

for those of you who took the time to click my follow button.

I don't want any of you to feel left out...
"Sew"
I hope to give a quick little pictorial for you on making these ruffled aprons in the next week.

Ok

The winner is:

Asha K. from Planet Kenebrew{please email me your address}

Oh..and while your there..check out her Crazy Cute clip boards. What a perfect teacher's gift!

Now for some Beauty Buzz

Ok...remember me searching for a GOOD eyelash curler?

Well... I'm not sure how to pronounce it, but ALL the comments looked like this:

Shu Uemara

Shu Uemara

Shu Uemara

Shu Uemara

Shu Uemara

"Sew"..Off I went to Ulta with my 20% coupon.

Next..
I walked through the doors...turned to the clerk...and asked..

"Do you have a Shu"..

and immediatleey got cut off (seriously!)

then he pointed to the direction of "it".

I assume they are annoyed with so many people asking for this.

Jumping up and down,

I get the LAST one.

I totally didn't want to wait for shipping over the Internet!

Got in the car and..

couldn't wait again-tore it open!

{Hmm..it looks like all the rest!)

That's what I was thinking.

Well..It "ain't" like all the rest!

All I can say is

RUN NOW...FAST!

Buy all of them..

some for you and some for stocking stuffers.

The best $20 investment EVER!!!!!

Ok..

What else do y'all know about that I don't?

Any more beauty secrets?

I hope to post lots of them in January.

Possibilities are endless!

A Sweet Holiday Giveaway today

I'm in the spirit of Giving!

"Sew"

here is my little giveaway.

Christmas Cookie Baking

with Mom...Grandma..Aunt Sue...OR friend down the street

just got SWEETER :o)

Yep

{A little miss Apron dress with a Big miss Apron dress}

could be yours! {Both}

{little miss apron dress}

Adjusts to fit size 2 to size 6.
{Big miss apron dress}
One size fits all

{little miss matching headband}


Ties in back

Add a Black Trench coat...
Mix well..
bake at 350..
and get
SUPER sassy Christmas pictures too!

Feeling the "JOY" yet?

Here's how to WIN.
Do one of these or all 3 for triple points:

1. Leave a comment telling me 3 things you're Thankful for.
2. Spread the JOY..and tell a friend about this giveaway.
3.Become a follower of my blog today.
(I love getting new followers..It keeps me motivated!)
Oh..and to those of you who helped spread this news..I didn't forget!
You get double points. :O)
Now hurry!
I will post the winner Monday!
Possibilities are endless!

Santa came to town :O)

A big big box came to the door.

"JOY"

She thought it was for her :(

but still had a good time playing in it.

Inside was this.

oh Yes..
The serger I've been wanting forEVER.
Thanks Santa :)
Can you send me some orders too?
Pleeeaaase
Oh...and to make my day even better..

I found this JUMBO coupon for Peppermint bark over on the side of NieNie dialogues.

Hmm

How does she know I hide secret stashes of this???

"JOY"

Don't forget...

A sweet GIVEAWAY here tomorrow.

You could be the winner!

Possibilities are endless!

Go Go Shop

Its' not much..

but I finally made more GoGo ponchos.

"SEW"

I opened a little shop..

and now

I'm having a GRAND opening. I hope to add more designs over the weekend.

If you have a certain color scheme in mind...you can always email me too.
Buffyrobison@yahoo.com

Please
Check Etsy out...
and be a supporter of all things Handmade!
oh..
and click
HERE
too.

Help spread the JOY

"Joy"

I'm having a Giveaway!

A sweet one too.

This Friday.

"Sew" if you blog..

I would love for you to help me spread this Joy!

Just click.copy.paste this next image into any of your posts this week and

get double points.

But don't forget to tell me you did.

Oh..and if you're not a blogger..you can

still get double points.

Just leave some sweetness in the comments.

OK

Here is a little hint...to tide you over.

Hmmm

And speaking of sweetness...check out my little girl in this
Sweet
Peppermint Christmas dress..
made by SNOS.
It was a gift..and I love it!
Thanks Heartspun for taking such yummy pictures.


Now go spread the JOY!

Oh...and nope.. it's not a dress.
Guess again.

Possibilities are endless!

B is for Birthday

The week before Christmas..

Lott will turn ONE.

Two weeks after Christmas..

Doss-Holly will turn FOUR.

Two days after that..My Hubby will turn thirty FIVE.

Yep..

just a little FRAZZLED!

"Sew"

I spent the entire day brewing..and came up with a

"pot" of ABCs.

Yep..

It's going to be a lettered Birthday

blended with a "shot" of Christmas.

and Yep...

I plan on "decking the halls" with flash cards too.

Maybe even a lettered tree.

Here's my Inspiration board...Inspired by land of Nod.

Family...

Be on the look out for your invitation..or should I say "flash cards."

I hope to mail them soon.

Searching for:

A Good eyelash curler.

Any suggestions?
Please help.
B.jane

Yarn wrapping made sweeter

First

Let me apologize for all my spelling errors from yesterday's post.

Wowsers...there was a bunch!

Perhaps you noticed...or perhaps I fixed them just in time.

Now..

I would like to move on to something sweeter.

This little headband wrapped in strawberry yarn with a chocalaty bow on top.

Mmmm

Oh..

Just in case you're new around here..

"Yarn Wrapping" is something that was created yesterday.

It's for all the knitter wannabes...like myself.

Hmm...

wannabes? Did I spell that one right?

help!

Next..

Perhaps some soft sweater flops with "snowflakes" on top.

Come back soon!

Possibilities are endless!

Wrapping with Yarn

I got side tracked again!

I was supposed to be finishing up Go Go ponchos.

Instead ..I ended up in the yarn aisle...with no reason for being there.

I can't even knit or crochet.(Way past my level!)

But..All the warm winter colors..All the soft textures.

I can't resist. It's so yummy...just like the scrapbooking section!

What happens next? Someone asks ME a knitting question. (clueless!)

I tried to think of something in a "flurry".

I feel like a big dork ..as I hold a JUMBO spool of YARN in my hands. Uhm..

"Think fast Buffy"

I looked down at my White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha ...

and was reminded of the idea I found in "Family Fun" magazine.

(Cut off sweater sleeves used as coffee sleeves.) Clever huh!
Then...Inspiration hit... and (this) just came out.

"Oh"

"My kids have a project!"

Next thing I know..I was at the register with a JUMBO spool of Yarn...
and the kids have being going (Around and Around) ever since.

Your Kid's can too!

Now..

I can't stop thinking about yarn..
and all the goodies they can "wrap."

Perfect for those who still like Ice cold frappaccinos in the winter too!

Possibilities are endless!

A turkey tradition

Every Year..

on the Sunday following Thanksgiving..

the entire family Stops what they' re doing to meet at my Mom's dinner table to cherish every bite of her famous Turkey Tetrazzini.

I know I told you this month was going to be about sharing good recipes and being thankful..but I wasn't quite sure if this secret was going to be

released.

A phone call later..

I have "JOY".

Thanks again Mom!

I'm so happy..I framed it..and I'm cherishing it here.

Mimi's Tetrazzini
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup butter
¼ cup flour
2 packets chicken bouillon.
1 cup water
1 cup HEAVY cream
2 cups left over diced turkey (may use chicken)
2 ½ oz FRESH sliced mushrooms, sautéed
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
½ cup parmesan cheese, (in can)
12 oz. package of spaghetti, cooked
2Tbs sherry (optional)
½ cup bread crumbs, sautéed
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
DIRECTIONS

Sauté sliced mushrooms with a 1 Tbs of butter in separate pan – set aside.
Sauté ½ cup chopped onion in ¼ cup butter….in a 4 qt. heavy pot.
Stir in ¼ cup flower (mixture will be crumbly)
Add 2 packets of instant chicken broth.
Add water and Heavy cream and stir until thickened. (If too thick, add more water and cream)
Add turkey, sautéed mushrooms, shredded Swiss, and parmesan.
Add the sherry (if using)
Add cooked spaghetti noodles and mix gently.
Pour mixture into a 13X9 casserole dish.
Top with sautéed bread crumbs
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese
Cook uncovered in 350 degree oven for 30 minutes.
ENJOY

B.jane

My list

Hmm..

Is it OK to have a Christmas /wish list at age 32?

Well..I do. :)

I will start by saying I could use like a dozen of these. It's the one thing I don't mind splurging on. I totally believe in building a "strong" foundation! I know it might not be for everyone ...but it works great with my skin chemistry and busy lifestyle.

But Man..

I go through these little jars quick...and that would be great if they could make these with a flip top..so I don't have to keep raising them above my head to see what color I need.

Next

I could really really use:

{Good Towels}

{Silverware}

{Mixing bowls}

and maybe one each of these.

I would take anything from The Vintage Pearl though.

(Just in case the Hubby's reading)

Oh...

and last but not least..

This house that I can't stop thinking about!

Modern mixed with Craftsman.
Love that!
Don't you?
Oh wait...a Serger too.
How could I forget that!

Oh..I hear the kids waking ...time to stop thinking about Me.

Don't forget..

Possibilities are endless!

Cute as a button

Right now..it's early..and I've had way too much coffee !

Kinda nice getting up before the kids!

"Sew"...I have some things I want to share.

Found this out:

Hobby Lobby sells bags of plastic buttons. They're over in the kid crafts.

Could this be the answer to not having an Embroidery machine?

oh..and just think about the endless party favors that could be made.

Kids love wearing buttons. (or eating them)

I already have "winner ribbons" on my mind.

I just ironed a letter to some black fabric...traced the lid around it...and popped it in.

Easy as 123! Now..this Go Go poncho is custom made for sweet baby Caroline.

Don't ya just Love that name!

OK...I have a bunch of templates cut. All I need to do is drink more coffee and stay up really late for the sewing part. I hope to have them here by next week. But, if you can't wait that long...shoot me an email . Or...I found someone else who has a similar idea.

Darn it....why didn't I think of this!

But... the Go Go poncho will be more affordable you can still hang those cute little toys. Right! :DI'm almost finished!

I wanted to announce that I created my

very own running Blog List.

(Yippee)

It will show when my favorite blogs update.

It's down on the right...next to the cute little thumbnails.

So..let me know some of your favorite blogs...becuase

I don't mind holding your blog list too. I know it can be tedious running around to different blogs..to see who updated their blog. It's like an endless web!

Now..we can stay updated together.

Ok..

I will stop talking now.

I'm working on something sassy and sweet for the holidays.

I hope to have "them" ready this week.

Nothing big...just something cute.

In the meantime..check out these purses that I can't stop thinking about.

One for days at story time and One for nights out here.

Hmm...looks like Vera Bradley knows I have a thing for green.

I almost forgot

It took almost 30 years for me to try a caramel apple.

Weird....I know! Now..It's my favorite part of Halloween.

They await me every year.

Thanks Mom.

Oh..and did you notice this picture seems bigger than usual?

I found the easiest tutorial through a friend.

Just click

here

You won't believe how easy it is to blog bigger .

Really!

B.jane

Turkey time

Hope everyone had a happy and safe Halloween!

Now...

It's time for being thankful and sharing good recipes.

Boo bags

Well...I never had the time to make those candy corn pouches.

Instead..a cavity crisis led us to handing out playdough along with making these super

fast Boo bags

I just folded a long piece of fabric in half ...

sewed sloppy lines ...

and cut in between the lines.
Nothing fancy here! I even left the stitching to show.

Hmm...I bet pipe cleaners would make fun ties too.

Possibilities are endless!