tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56943282051909167852024-03-05T00:07:38.069-06:00Spiffy Spotlights *Closed*Your Thrifty Nifty Idea CompilationSatsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.comBlogger267125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-52405013342684547702009-07-28T17:42:00.002-05:002009-07-28T17:52:47.441-05:00Blogging LoveRemember how I said I wanted a break? Well, I did and do- the break just didn't agree with <span style="font-style: italic;">me</span>. What's a girl to do?<br /><br />Start a fresh new blog of course!<br /><br />In the end I was right, I can't keep up with SS. I can't keep up with all of the blogs I had been reading. I just got back from a lovely 5 day mini vacation and I'm finally feeling oh so much better. I'm going to try to focus on my own content now, my own life.<br /><br />Thank you to everyone who left me your comments. I always have a hard time writing good responses. How do you say "ohthankyouohthankyouohthankyoufornoticingmyexistence" without coming off as some sort of nutter?<br /><br />Well, there it is. I love blogging. I love that people bother to read the simple lines I write (and check out the links for the things I don't write.) If any of you, any of you at all, would still like to check out my latest happenings, mumbling, and the occasional rant (those ants are certainly inspiring one) then I'd love to see you over at my new blog: <a href="http://waldorfwishes.blogspot.com/">Waldorf Wishes and Internet Dreams</a>.<br /><br />It's been a real pleasure!<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-68365000326487246872009-07-16T23:56:00.003-05:002009-07-17T00:10:33.321-05:00Somethings Gotta Give-And right now it's blogging. Actually, no, that's not quite right. It's the internet in general. I wish I could just give it up because it's gotten to the point where it's keeping me from getting things done and doing the things I'd like to be doing. It's distracting in the worst way.<br /><br />I hope you don't hold it against me but I'm going on hiatus for a bit. I don't know what this means beyond the obvious- I can't keep up with the daily posting schedule anymore. I'm a mom. Heck, I'm a weekday single mom. I also just became the administrative vice president and website admin for my local MOMS Club. This is in addition to: being on my apartment's resident committee, attending weekly ECFE, attempting 3 home "preschool" days weekly, running all the errands/finding all the deals, doing all the cooking, doing a decent chunk of the cleaning (or trying to), attending church twice weekly when I'm able, doing a home bible study weekly, and, beginning the end of August, starting the fall college term as a full time student.<br /><br />I just can't do it all, though I've certainly been trying. If I could I'd dump the TV and the computer in a garbage can- somewhere where it wouldn't been sucking up 50-75% of my day.<br /><br />Yes, you read that right. It's like an addiction, as surely as the children who sit in front of a TV mindlessly. I don't want to be that person.<br /><br />I can't afford to be that mom.<br /><br />So, for the sake of my family, my home, and my own sanity I'm giving up on blogging for now.<br /><br />Thank you all for reading my humble slice of the web. It was fun.<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-88733852373739393352009-07-14T17:56:00.006-05:002009-07-14T19:49:49.532-05:00Just Because The Pantry's Stocked......Doesn't mean we shouldn't still go shopping. First of all let me point out one Q & A from the All You Challenge Blog:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-style: italic;">If I don’t spend the full amount I’m allotted one week, can I add the difference to the following week?</strong><br /><strong style="font-style: italic;"> </strong><br /><strong style="font-style: italic;"> </strong><span style="font-style: italic;">No, sorry! Please try to stick to the budget of $25 per person per week.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Yes, you heard them. That means if I had chosen to skip the store I'd be missing out on a stockportunity.<br /><br />So how did I do?<br /><br />Let's just say it was decent but not within my personal goal.<br /><br />Here's what I bought....<br /><br /><ul><li>Wild Harvest Organic Dried Beans, 2 Bags- sale, $1.99 each</li><li>Wild Harvest Organic Canned Tomatoes- sale, $1.59 each</li><li>100% Whole Wheat "Natural" Bread- $1.78</li><li>12 Refrigerated Flour Tortillas- $2.00 (I thought these were organic but they were just "fine foods.")</li><li>Cub Signature Thinly Sliced Chicken Breast- $3.29 per lb, $3.88 (Again, they had so many things placed together. I thought I had bought Wild Harvest only to find I had bought the wrong brand.)</li><li>Organic Bananas- sale @ $0.77 per lb, $3.67</li><li>Farm Stand (local) Washington Apples- $3.99</li><li>Morningstar Veggie Chicken- $3.99</li><li>Morningstar Veggie Steak- $3.99</li><li>Cub Skim Milk Twin Pack- $3.92</li><li>Pediasure, 6 Pk- $9.99</li><li>Kraft 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese- $2.98</li><li>5 oz Alouette Creme de Brie Cheese, Original- $4.99</li></ul><br />Subtotal: $50.75<br /><br />Now the fun part, the savings...<br /><br /><ul><li>-$0.75/2 Cub Morningstar Coupon</li><li>-$0.56 Cub Milk Twin Pack Coupon</li><li>-$2 for the $10/10 Products Kelloggs Rebate (Morningstar qualifies)</li><li>-$1 Pediasure Coupon</li><li>-$8.99 Pediasure Rebate</li><li>-$2.98 Kraft Cheese Rebate</li><li>-$4.99 Alouette Cheese Rebate</li></ul><br />End Total (drum roll please): $29.48!<br /><br />I messed up by not calculating the Morningstar stuff before I checked out so I ended up over my $25 goal. As long as I didn't go over $50 I'm still technically fine. I figure a savings of $21.27 isn't too bad. That's a little over 40%, which is nice.<br /><br />So, what did we learn today?<br /><br />Always double check when buying organic. Stores have wised up to the organic trend and are stocking "natural" items nearby as yet another way to cash in. If you don't watch it you might end up like me- overcharged for non organic items that strive to look organic. Also, it might not be a bad idea to take a pen with and mark down the prices as you add items to the cart. This way you can double check the calculator total at the end.<br /><br />Well, live and learn, right?<br /></div></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-62414961250627972582009-07-14T12:43:00.011-05:002009-07-14T23:30:23.672-05:00Keep Your Kitchen Ant Free<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://murray.nessus.com.au/files/buggingyou/large/blackants.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 172px; height: 172px;" src="http://murray.nessus.com.au/files/buggingyou/large/blackants.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />Last year it was fruit flies. This year it's ants. They keep getting in and it's bugging me, no pun intended. They're not the tiny ones either, just the regular old black kind. They must really like what they're finding here cuz they're climbing up 3 stories and in near the sliding screen door in search of food (I think). They've finally reached the kitchen and dining room so I doubt they'll starve to death for me. Toddlers aren't known for eating neatly.<br /><br />When I was growing up we would get ants in the summer. Mum always terro'd 'em to death. Now that I have a toddler and cat I don't really like that option. So, after searching online I came up with this recipe for a homemade ant killer:<br /><br />1 Part Borax<br />1 Part Corn Syrup<br />2 Parts Water<br /><br />Mix and set out small amounts (about 1 t-1 T) for the ants to eat and carry back to the rest.<br /><br />Yesterday evening, after setting some bait outside, I looked onto my balcony and saw what must have been a good 20 of 'em- the most I've seen in one spot yet. Normally there are no more than 3. Now they're all gone out there. I can't say they all died but at least they're leaving me alone. Really, that's all I'm asking.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://tammysrecipes.com/node/3456"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 150px;" src="http://tammysrecipes.com/files/kitchentiptuesdaysasourceofjoy1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-228698865408353282009-07-13T13:36:00.003-05:002009-07-13T13:46:17.387-05:00CVS - Huggies Pull Ups Deal<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://thefrugalfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/1805_product_boys_kc_pullups.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 260px; height: 251px;" src="http://thefrugalfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/1805_product_boys_kc_pullups.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>I ran out to CVS yesterday and picked up 3 packs of these. Right now they have them on sale for $8.99 per pack. Before you go print out a couple <a href="http://abundantfoodsavings.com/Baby-Deals/huggies-pull-ups-3-printable.html">$3 coupons</a> and activate the $1.50 <a href="http://www.upromise.com/">Upromise</a> Huggies ecoupon for your CVS card. Then when you get back save the receipts to submit to <a href="http://www.caregiversmarketplace.com/">Caregivers Marketplace</a> for an extra $0.75 back per pack. Ignoring the Upromise college savings, your end price will be about $5.24 per pack. Happy hunting!<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-56785820871490116302009-07-13T11:24:00.004-05:002009-07-13T11:35:45.557-05:00A Good Way to StartSo, I was just finishing up an experiment in the kitchen when I realized I hadn't typed out my grocery shopping list yet. I hopped back on the comp and looked at the Monday post. Do you know what I found?<br /><br />Every single ingredient and item in those recipes was already sitting in my freezer, fridge, or pantry. The exception was graham crackers for the Key Lime Parfait. But you know what? We can make those homemade too!<br /><br />I don't know how to describe how liberating it is to look through your supplies and realize you finally have a decently stocked pantry. This means that if something bad ever were to really happen my family and I wouldn't have to worry about food, at least not for awhile.<br /><br />This has inspired me to start up my very own post series. Of course in honor of the grocery challenge the first theme will focus on food. Who knows, maybe this will finally break my writer's block. I'm crossing my fingers.<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-32584152401017227372009-07-12T21:35:00.010-05:002009-07-13T11:19:19.201-05:00Menu Planning Monday - Week 1<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81mx8iboEc6y3KsG3g7-Ae2f99lL0eOtFjLnOFWawF2mlMtR7fZKGvLDhwDFG1RwiQ-iuKSK3x8nOjNshHuTiZ6x5eHi791RDsZ-oQH-4BegndJzZQwM0pZlWURIcKOrCL4OP83hHwFKy/s1600-h/mosaic39d170c077c07f930bb46bd4b63852fc54f6ddb5.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh81mx8iboEc6y3KsG3g7-Ae2f99lL0eOtFjLnOFWawF2mlMtR7fZKGvLDhwDFG1RwiQ-iuKSK3x8nOjNshHuTiZ6x5eHi791RDsZ-oQH-4BegndJzZQwM0pZlWURIcKOrCL4OP83hHwFKy/s400/mosaic39d170c077c07f930bb46bd4b63852fc54f6ddb5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357770477682084850" border="0" /></a><br />Monday: Seasoned Black Beans, Rice, Corn, Mexican Shredded Cheese, Salsa, <a href="http://littlehouseinthesuburbs.com/2009/05/easy-homemade-sour-cream.html">Sour Cream</a> & <a href="http://whatscookingamerica.net/Appetizers/TortillaChips.htm">Homemade Tortilla Chips</a> (1)<br /><br />Tuesday: <a href="http://homecookingkitchen.blogspot.com/2007/09/homemade-cream-of-celery-soup.html">Cream of Celery Soup</a> (2), <a href="http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/2008/10/you-can-make-yogurt-in-your-crockpot.html">Crockpot Yogurt</a>, & Leftovers<br /><br />Wednesday: Homemade Pepperoni Pizza<br /><br />Thursday: Mac & Cheese<br /><br />Friday: <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Tater-Tot-Casserole-III-2/Detail.aspx">Tater Tot Casserole</a> (3)<br /><br />Saturday: <a href="http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/2009/02/peking-pork-chops.html">Crockpot Peking Pork Chops</a> (4) w/Couscous<br /><br />Sunday: Veggieburgers w/French Fries<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUSl-xxrS_FMiRhL4p8NzwwUwoz7o9EsQH_nbczZflRqTsRfHE9txnMIKBUdgSfH0fQISg0OaahifDAMdgTAwHLPTdRKnmF1fcxUqlUUy_w_l2XjLT4y2OfuzT38d5jItjE7GxHM38tF6t/s1600-h/mosaic6e376fc20ac217508f5ab4616397a668c982851e.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 202px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUSl-xxrS_FMiRhL4p8NzwwUwoz7o9EsQH_nbczZflRqTsRfHE9txnMIKBUdgSfH0fQISg0OaahifDAMdgTAwHLPTdRKnmF1fcxUqlUUy_w_l2XjLT4y2OfuzT38d5jItjE7GxHM38tF6t/s400/mosaic6e376fc20ac217508f5ab4616397a668c982851e.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357782213968510802" border="0" /></a><br />Edit- I forgot to add a few things.<br /><br />Weekend Breakfast: <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Raspberry-Oat-Bars/Detail.aspx">Strawberry Rhubarb Oat Bars</a><br /><br />Weekend Dessert: <a href="http://www.nofussfabulous.com/?p=2865">Key Lime Parfaits</a> w/<a href="http://www.cupcakeproject.com/2008/03/homemade-graham-cracker-recipe-graham.html">Homemade Graham Cracker Crumbs</a><br /><br />Other: <a href="http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/grapejelly.htm">Jelly, TBD</a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://orgjunkie.com/2009/07/menu-plan-monday-july-13th.html"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 101px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht70xGvhUR0zl9lLCjiTDj38Y4tjbDp8NWwfcRcAhxKHIn_lp4peeSCB1q-I9azXocu1FgrDZTTYV8MkRvWAppS9GoiCv59s0z8ATeJxQ80HspK7s2QtwHwWEOceF3wmuy0NWJpn-GyvZF/s200/mpmpencil.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357771403171708978" border="0" /></a><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-63437020827294840302009-07-12T15:55:00.009-05:002009-07-12T17:02:00.073-05:00The All You Grocery Challenge<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img3.allyou.com/images/200905/grocery-challenge-200.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 265px;" src="http://img3.allyou.com/images/200905/grocery-challenge-200.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />If you haven't already, today is the last day to sign up for the <a href="http://www.allyou.com/general/grocerychallenge/">All You Grocery Challenge</a>. In a nutshell it's a month-long challenge where you try to spend no more than $25 per family member each week. The winner will get a $1,000 grocery card, a year's supply of Knorr side dishes, and I'll think they'll be on the today show (or something like that) too. I'm going to be participating.<br /><br />What this means for SS is that for the next month you will likely be finding more food posts, maybe even a few written by yours truly. I'll still keep the craft posts going but until this is over I think I'll be doing them a bit less often. I'm going to go All You one better on their challenge and try to keep our budget to $25 total per week while mainly buying local or organic. To give you a run down, that's $25 for Am, me, and D, who's here on the weekends. Also, during the month of August I will officially be car-free, meaning my own personal vehicle will be staying parked at the end of the lot. The bike trailer is all hooked up and I'm ready to run with it.<br /><br />So whatd'ya say, anyone else up for a challenge?<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-78983309544251253372009-07-08T17:25:00.002-05:002009-07-08T17:30:36.896-05:00Terrific Tips: Creative Cleaning<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlY1KuATh7AuN-xf-b2Od7O2Qz-8y8Wu6iJ_2J_dGazPljE-zp267sOoOktZjMPFov_kL5SlwD7VUmB8GdvQdWnsqEvm3HD_3dXjSVNXR1BOkJ3JmjO0kU49JHwpQIQ-AmiLTYCc1hfpIm/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlY1KuATh7AuN-xf-b2Od7O2Qz-8y8Wu6iJ_2J_dGazPljE-zp267sOoOktZjMPFov_kL5SlwD7VUmB8GdvQdWnsqEvm3HD_3dXjSVNXR1BOkJ3JmjO0kU49JHwpQIQ-AmiLTYCc1hfpIm/s400/1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356220270753313394" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://home.howstuffworks.com/garbage-disposal1.htm">How to Clean a Garbage Disposal</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">HowStuffWorks</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://tipnut.com/frugral-fabric-softener-recipes-dryer-sheet-tips/">Frugal Fabric Softener Recipes & Dryer Sheet Tips</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">TipNut</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://littlehouseinthesuburbs.com/2009/03/homemade-liquid-soap.html">Ivory's Liquid Soap</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Little House in the Suburbs</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/article/tub-scrub?xsc=eml_org_2009_03_09">Tub Scrub Tip</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Martha Stewart</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-91772699678715602752009-07-07T10:38:00.005-05:002009-07-07T10:56:49.762-05:00Tasty Tuesday - No Bake Num NumsHope all of you had great 4th's. We ended up going to D's place, shooting fireworks, playing football, picking strawberries, and swimming in some literally ice cold water. All in all it was pretty fun. Thought I'd celebrate my return with some more no-bake desserts. ^^<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6AECJRN1IunfXwNQSq8hiXwTs-W1j9aZHN2oGwwFGdwR_TuvN-D7GZ0JooXCOKu5CwKSXLOhutQx62IRrW9AW2PjI6-YKyQZSPX23fSQHKlPFhPaLTM94aEtDpBnNYRtToprM_rSc1Ud2/s1600-h/mosaic175e4e3663d4c9e452bdc05ac797a68e4894ec8f.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6AECJRN1IunfXwNQSq8hiXwTs-W1j9aZHN2oGwwFGdwR_TuvN-D7GZ0JooXCOKu5CwKSXLOhutQx62IRrW9AW2PjI6-YKyQZSPX23fSQHKlPFhPaLTM94aEtDpBnNYRtToprM_rSc1Ud2/s400/mosaic175e4e3663d4c9e452bdc05ac797a68e4894ec8f.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5355747318811284866" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.mambosprouts.com/events/recipecontest09/recipe-pages/mexican_cannolis_with_homemade_ricotta.html?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=600&width=750">Mexican Cannolis w/Homemade Ricotta</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Lauren K. @ Mambo Sprouts</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.momadvice.com/blog/2009/04/worlds-greatest-homemade-slushies.htm">World's Greatest Homemade Slushies</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Mother Load</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://tammysrecipes.com/no_bake_cherry_cheesecake">No Bake Cherry Cheesecake</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Tammy's Recipes</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.theperfectpantry.com/2009/02/tapioca-recipe-red-pudding.html">Red Tapioca Pudding w/Vanilla Cream</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Perfect Pantry</span><br /><br />5. <a href="http://www.flipflopsandapplesauce.com/2008/09/ice-cream-sandwiches.html">Ice Cream Sandwiches</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Flipflops & Applesauce</span><br /><br />6. <a href="http://www.5orangepotatoes.com/2009/06/homemade-popsicles.html">Multiple Homemade Popsicle Recipes</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">5 Orange Potatoes</span><br /><br />7. <a href="http://safelygatheredin.blogspot.com/2009/06/food-storage-friday-peanut-butter-pie.html">Peanut Butter Pie</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Jerky Curry @ Safely Gathered In</span><br /><br />8. <a href="http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cinnamon-Ice-Cream/Detail.aspx">Cinnamon Ice Cream</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Elizabeth @ Allrecipes</span><br /><br />9. <a href="http://amysfinerthings.com/buster-bar-dessert">Buster Bar Dessert</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Finer Things in Life</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-24081252560344166162009-07-03T00:01:00.000-05:002009-07-03T00:01:07.696-05:00Kick Arse Crafts: Great Gardening<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyBjwU3u4if457f94Rdwl_pLpXM42HVJu3CR6Q_54sBTVCYCJXdzFjYgij4vbL3JTonWpEYaF0plbX2PBOZ8C56ENI72MunGfRSNBOIE91zaqqR06_ajbQgPGsGOsRLuB3-v1A96CWdHQl/s1600-h/mosaic8d170f3c85443fb700e197dc08c2544d4a6063ac.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyBjwU3u4if457f94Rdwl_pLpXM42HVJu3CR6Q_54sBTVCYCJXdzFjYgij4vbL3JTonWpEYaF0plbX2PBOZ8C56ENI72MunGfRSNBOIE91zaqqR06_ajbQgPGsGOsRLuB3-v1A96CWdHQl/s400/mosaic8d170f3c85443fb700e197dc08c2544d4a6063ac.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353929303871801698" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://smallnotebook.org/2009/03/16/year-of-composting/">Year of Composting</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Small Notebook</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/how-to-paint-moss-designs-in-your-garden-077167">Paint Moss Designs in Your Garden</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Apartment Therapy</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.mrsdlightful.com/2009/04/spring-grass-decor.html">Spring Grass Decor</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Mrs. D. Lightful</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://schlosserdesigns.blogspot.com/2009/05/tutorial-tuesday-copper-garden.html">Copper Garden Decorations</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Schlosser Designs</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-67689977818972963542009-07-02T13:07:00.003-05:002009-07-02T14:12:01.733-05:00Kick Arse Crafts: Bath & Body Works<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOIDbH9pnDYejIGEUSTEwgjp132pzStaNkOLEPQMynB0cCy4s7p95MqlhEu_z0cEN1CBYNLo1a1WFhoe2kddniDK8bs-QylpXRFg-mAlg5nOikIG342Zucq3GDMaPxivK94V6yXXNPNmvy/s1600-h/mosaicbd40aa73f63be2cfb3bbd54728998bd17ecf6e77.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOIDbH9pnDYejIGEUSTEwgjp132pzStaNkOLEPQMynB0cCy4s7p95MqlhEu_z0cEN1CBYNLo1a1WFhoe2kddniDK8bs-QylpXRFg-mAlg5nOikIG342Zucq3GDMaPxivK94V6yXXNPNmvy/s400/mosaicbd40aa73f63be2cfb3bbd54728998bd17ecf6e77.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353927121918701890" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.craftbits.com/viewProject.do?projectID=2504&utm_source=100309NS&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=cb">Rosemary & Thyme Bath Syrup</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">CraftBits</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=181837.msg1932482#msg1932482">Easy Body Butter</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Samsara @ Craftster</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.makeyourowncosmetics.com/recipes/viewrec.asp?id=95&cat=facial">Almond Oat Cleansing Meal</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Donna Maria @ MakeYourCosmetics</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://egcgswag.blogspot.com/2008/10/recipe-of-day.html">Hair Rinse</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The EGCG Blog</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-91053071972409596342009-07-01T18:03:00.006-05:002009-07-01T18:23:02.364-05:00Any Plus Sizes Out There?I'm a sucker for online deals. I can't help myself. I'm also a sucker for fashion when the mood hits. Well, right now <a href="http://www.onestopplus.com/Default.aspx?affiliate_id=008&affiliate_location_id=01&WT.mc_id=k20749&mid=j12151706k20749&CustomerMemberID=8742793">OneStopPlus.com</a> has free shipping with the code WW34960. They're a branch off of <a href="http://www.womanwithin.com/Default.aspx?affiliate_id=008&affiliate_location_id=01&WT.mc_id=k20749&mid=j15314634k20749&CustomerMemberID=8742793">Woman Within</a>, both of which cater to sizes 12W-44W. Now, I will admit I find a lot of bland clothes there.<br /><br />But...<br /><br />I've found some of my most kick-arse pairs of pants there too, the ones I always get compliments and comments on. Just goes to show ya, it pays to search through all of the deals to find the styles and colors that suit you best. It's likely you can use the code at both stores though I only ended up shopping at the one.<br /><br />Here are some of deals I found (remember, free shipping here):<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0007_75831_mc_1628.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 331px;" src="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0007_75831_mc_1628.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1" alt="" border="0" /></a>Mainstreet Blues Pointelle Knit Printed Babydoll Tunic<br />$5.88<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0025_29232_mc_0010.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 331px;" src="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0025_29232_mc_0010.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1" alt="" border="0" /></a>All American Comfort Knit Fleece Wide-Leg Drawstring Pants<br />$7.88<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0034_76030_mc_1087.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 331px;" src="http://media.redcatsusa.com/is/image/womanwithin/mc/0034_76030_mc_1087.jpg?wid=230&qlt=95&op_sharpen=1" alt="" border="0" /></a>Only Necessities 2-Piece Trapeze Style Babydoll Pantset<br />$12.88<br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-47406629472397397912009-06-30T14:05:00.002-05:002009-06-30T14:22:49.299-05:00Terrific Tips on TuesdayConsidering I just did a whole slew of food related posts the other day I'm gonna go ahead and post some tip links today instead.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6oAiZIql1Cy362rf2njG39otWnamvjaxhXgmyeuy8-sRboExI8d1dcdw2wDM75NgZlAREPyzlTuRf6kzqJiEHW_DUuSUM85KiT9-wGUXAjM8RZ_S5fpesorE6AEkmiR1mxnkjScr7KSCS/s1600-h/mosaic24c64e2f7e829e00b9b302df09f2c1f7223a5269.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6oAiZIql1Cy362rf2njG39otWnamvjaxhXgmyeuy8-sRboExI8d1dcdw2wDM75NgZlAREPyzlTuRf6kzqJiEHW_DUuSUM85KiT9-wGUXAjM8RZ_S5fpesorE6AEkmiR1mxnkjScr7KSCS/s400/mosaic24c64e2f7e829e00b9b302df09f2c1f7223a5269.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353203104647357010" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.codinghorror.com/blog/archives/001078.html">Adventures in Rechargeable Batteries</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Coding Horror</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.justhungry.com/handbook/just-hungry-handbooks/japanese-grocery-store-list/worldwide-mailorder">Mailorder Merchants that Ship Japanese Goods Worldwide</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Just Hungry</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.pottytrainingconcepts.com/CTGY/FREE-Potty-Training-Charts.html">Free Potty Training Printable Charts</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Potty Training Concepts</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.passionatehomemaking.com/2009/05/multi-purposing-make-every-purchase-count.html">Multi-Purposing in the Kitchen</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Passionate Homemaking</span><br /><br />5. <a href="http://www.frugalliving.tv/free-stuff/kids-eat-free.html">Kids Eat Free Restaurant List</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Frugal Living TV</span><br /><br />6. <a href="http://www.moneysavingmom.com/money_saving_mom/2009/05/guest-post-teaching-your-children-about-money-management.html">Teaching Your Children About Money Management</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Money Saving Mom</span><br /><br />7. <a href="http://greenliving.lifetips.com/cat/63696/10-simple-steps-to-living-green/">10 Simple Steps to Living Green</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">LifeTips</span><br /><br />8. 8<a href="http://simplemom.net/7-ways-to-find-motivation-at-home/"> Ways to Find Motivation at Home</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Simple Mom</span><br /><br />9. <a href="http://eatinginisin.com/2009/01/25/round-labels-for-spice-jars/">Round Printable Labels for Spice Jars</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Eating is IN</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-10568979134735868102009-06-29T23:01:00.003-05:002009-06-29T23:05:31.171-05:00Congratulations!<div style="text-align: center;"> TO:<br /><br />Retro Rudolphs, winner of the <a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-madness-celebrating-250.html">Mad Tea Party Madness Giveaway</a><br /><br />&<br /><br />Connie, winner of the runner's up package<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">It's late so I'll be sending out emails tomorrow.<br />Congratulations to both of you!<br /></div></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-51309249614926340402009-06-27T10:26:00.010-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.760-05:00A Very Merry Unbirthday- I Mean Tea Party<div style="text-align: center;">As promised here I am, ready for our <a href="http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/a_fanciful_twist/2009/06/-the-mad-tea-party-2009.html">Mad Tea Party</a>.<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451d99869e201156f9cc464970c-150wi"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 196px;" src="http://afancifultwist.typepad.com/.a/6a00d83451d99869e201156f9cc464970c-150wi" alt="" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">For those of you craving tea here's my newest recipe-<br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Flavored Iced Tea</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br />(with <a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/tasty-tuesday-bountiful-breads.html">Nutty Quick Bread</a> & <a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/little-miss-muffet.html">Homemade Cream Cheese</a>)<br /><br /></span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVxrvj0o2kyEt8YdxKbpG6pg1QytyWUW3Xv-avyQe2tNAI8fFQjMQQwxNcw2HCwpR91XnE_jUNdfU71OdXClci0WvHX57cp4ttY6yibTlj2yNs9UojW-Pnw_1LPuAtKvJdI9o8_BpH53Hr/s1600-h/MVC-002S2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVxrvj0o2kyEt8YdxKbpG6pg1QytyWUW3Xv-avyQe2tNAI8fFQjMQQwxNcw2HCwpR91XnE_jUNdfU71OdXClci0WvHX57cp4ttY6yibTlj2yNs9UojW-Pnw_1LPuAtKvJdI9o8_BpH53Hr/s320/MVC-002S2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352042912866393698" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Simple and easy, I've been going through this stuff like crazy lately.<br /><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">12 c. Cold Water</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br />1 Kool-Aid Mix</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br />1/4 c. Unflavored Instant Black Tea</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br />1 1/2 c. Cane Sugar<br /><br /></span> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Mix and enjoy!</span><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span> </div></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Still got the time? Check out our features:<br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-madness-celebrating-250.html">Mad Tea Party Madness Giveaway</a><br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/shopping-saturday-mad-tea-party.html">Alice in Wonderland $5 and Under Shopping</a><br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-bold-beverages.html">Bold Beverages</a><br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-creative-condiments.html">Creative Condiments</a><br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-savory-snacks.html">Savory Snacks</a><br /><br /><a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/06/mad-tea-party-baked-beauties.html">Baked Beauties</a><br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">And again, thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /></div><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-67726662868329861302009-06-27T10:10:00.004-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.761-05:00Shopping Saturday - A Mad Tea Party<div style="text-align: center;">All items are handmade AND $5 and under!<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlL8Zz0reJAwXTDsgA8PoiUVwMBt6zDzvasx5y5DtijEVXzLooshro4GDL8mKzySFig6j3gbuBBFjwTE0oTjLh4Tx1ukbrsOH5BHVCsCtgQmYP6cEhZ7QPfxzRGPCLcEb_iPxigei3LPhS/s1600-h/mosaic98c746c30a0c8520f37b8f502382ec1b21bd6f22.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlL8Zz0reJAwXTDsgA8PoiUVwMBt6zDzvasx5y5DtijEVXzLooshro4GDL8mKzySFig6j3gbuBBFjwTE0oTjLh4Tx1ukbrsOH5BHVCsCtgQmYP6cEhZ7QPfxzRGPCLcEb_iPxigei3LPhS/s400/mosaic98c746c30a0c8520f37b8f502382ec1b21bd6f22.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5352028448434421346" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26815087&ref=sr_gallery_9&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=23&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">Alice in Wonderland Mouse Pad</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$5 @ Ladyblackness</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25911209&ref=sr_gallery_6&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=18&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">White Rabbit Onesie, Medium</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$4.50 @ The Happy Baby Shop</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24568038&ref=sr_gallery_15&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=17&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">Alice in Wonderland Jewelry Box</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$4.50 @ Neonkats</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21725163&ref=sr_gallery_6&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=17&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">'Drink Me' Resin Magnet</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$4.25 @ Studio Art Head</span><br /><br />5. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23881729&ref=sr_gallery_19&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=16&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">White Rabbit Earrings</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$4.00 @ HModine</span><br /><br />6. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25448616&ref=sr_gallery_20&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=14&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">The Mad Hatter Pendent</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$4.00 @ Popalicious</span><br /><br />7. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26505012&ref=sr_gallery_21&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=13&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">'Oh dear oh dear I shall be late' Ponytail Holders</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$3.95 @ Once upon a button</span><br /><br />8. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26187913&ref=sr_gallery_1&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=10&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">Alice in Wonderland 5 Button Set</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$3.00 @ Follow The White Rabbit</span><br /><br />9. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19996088&ref=sr_gallery_21&&ga_search_query=alice+in+wonderland&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=price_asc&includes%5B%5D=tags&includes%5B%5D=title">Wonderland Postcard</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">$0.50 @ This Blank Page Productions</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-28060997083733409322009-06-27T10:00:00.000-05:002009-06-27T10:00:02.260-05:00Mad Tea Party Madness - Celebrating 250 Posts!Yes, you read that right. My 250th post just so happens to coincide with this great great day. We'll be celebrating by giving away some handmade goods straight from my favorite place to shop, etsy! You have the chance to win...<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgdllhav1JeIf9v1bfcBjBKkTrFDwS2LWPhYfZzQUgHcUvSkkpvwnPNeenJ9Ie17B7mkWjInsKxcXE6gZqtf6KP0OscJNSKq4a_bVWE_XUXRNuKwtgykgx88sPw_-w0rrbOhwUFNK7K-hP/s1600-h/il_430xN.66791607.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgdllhav1JeIf9v1bfcBjBKkTrFDwS2LWPhYfZzQUgHcUvSkkpvwnPNeenJ9Ie17B7mkWjInsKxcXE6gZqtf6KP0OscJNSKq4a_bVWE_XUXRNuKwtgykgx88sPw_-w0rrbOhwUFNK7K-hP/s320/il_430xN.66791607.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350917168983154114" border="0" /></a>One Alice in Wonderland Tea Time Mini Pendent/Charm<br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7123024">Flox & Me</a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_Xp4l0Me7gb4BQzkmB9Xjpgp6kA_7hIxm77Xb7Wec3OGp9FHqLeiNKBogqzXKyhWleeo7itABV8u0FOT8h4VDTOjiUrcSvIXUD7RYfksbL8qFLApXn-DBt6CA94EALZGSBaqFOtC3W6rz/s1600-h/il_430xN.64937347.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_Xp4l0Me7gb4BQzkmB9Xjpgp6kA_7hIxm77Xb7Wec3OGp9FHqLeiNKBogqzXKyhWleeo7itABV8u0FOT8h4VDTOjiUrcSvIXUD7RYfksbL8qFLApXn-DBt6CA94EALZGSBaqFOtC3W6rz/s320/il_430xN.64937347.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350916576209241058" border="0" /></a>One Pair of White Sparkle Bunny Hair Clips<br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6306546">Clippitydoodah</a><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIUJ4Tmohq2-CzORp9GRe3pD3Uu8Rwh08yncMJoplPefkimAuQAcfcDm9EvGLUyWjIrD9W1KOYsaOU5W3AEMuJKT6DZM6zZJGoGcGrxOScFCJrBd_26QaAD6f-fQcb_UsE5CFG0SaHfCqn/s1600-h/il_430xN.55055237.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIUJ4Tmohq2-CzORp9GRe3pD3Uu8Rwh08yncMJoplPefkimAuQAcfcDm9EvGLUyWjIrD9W1KOYsaOU5W3AEMuJKT6DZM6zZJGoGcGrxOScFCJrBd_26QaAD6f-fQcb_UsE5CFG0SaHfCqn/s320/il_430xN.55055237.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350916033310405170" border="0" /></a>Tea Time Earrings<br /><a style="font-style: italic;" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6789853">Purple Robin Bird Designs</a><br /></div><br /><br />If you'd like to enter all you have to do is leave a comment saying one thing you like about Spiffy Spotlights or any suggestion for improvement.<br /><br /><br />1 extra entry each for:<br /><br />Becoming a follower<br />Subscribing via RSS or email<br />Having the SS button on your blog<br /><br /><br />3 Extra entires for:<br /><br />Writing a post linking to the giveaway<br /><br /><br />You could also win our runner's up gift:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1 Small "Mystery Prize"<br />&<br />10 Recycled Magazine Envelopes, perfect for holding gift cards or small notes.<span style="font-style: italic;"></span><br /></div><br />This will run Saturday-Monday and we'll draw our winners then. Good luck!<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-20549325212073758592009-06-27T00:04:00.000-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.761-05:00Mad Tea Party: Creative Condiments<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_1cIR_8S3veeEU27elyU54RrukxzV9RjJrIdO-Pzjq7W-KdyAYOiv7COt05k4EQksSRz9MoM02jcbPJILlNXia9qOf9eLl1eyKztgGA8vrFg3OfDvd3Ukv86ToqVC8PUcyKwpIT8r__wb/s1600-h/mosaic0176d5cf0888d888be9f66ae0620abc0dad15189.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_1cIR_8S3veeEU27elyU54RrukxzV9RjJrIdO-Pzjq7W-KdyAYOiv7COt05k4EQksSRz9MoM02jcbPJILlNXia9qOf9eLl1eyKztgGA8vrFg3OfDvd3Ukv86ToqVC8PUcyKwpIT8r__wb/s400/mosaic0176d5cf0888d888be9f66ae0620abc0dad15189.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349847065448374226" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.intimateweddings.com/blog/how-to-make-strawberry-jam-hot-damn-this-is-good-jam/">Strawberry Jam Without Pectin</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Intimate Weddings</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.hillbillyhousewife.com/grapejelly.htm">Juice Jelly</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Hillbilly Housewife</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.5orangepotatoes.com/2009/04/dandelion-syrup.html">Dandelion Syrup</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">5 Orange Potatoes</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.makeandtakes.com/strawberry-freezer-jam">Strawberry Freezer Jam</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Make and Takes</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-50073692084169719252009-06-27T00:03:00.000-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.762-05:00Mad Tea Party: Baked Beauties<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1sFceAE6Y0STIZk6PuAAleE8gMR0nya1RTzZOYCAgQizA-ZDmrAAtKT4VvkNRJ6xkG7LgL7DfGAiElrKa8t7bi_Sh2xzObzxADz3ficRmUDmqcYC95p7U7iPLdZJlRtd33y6BcnvV2Xx/s1600-h/mosaic1bc3759e8041dabeb2b4c9e358eee5f22fce28f4.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1sFceAE6Y0STIZk6PuAAleE8gMR0nya1RTzZOYCAgQizA-ZDmrAAtKT4VvkNRJ6xkG7LgL7DfGAiElrKa8t7bi_Sh2xzObzxADz3ficRmUDmqcYC95p7U7iPLdZJlRtd33y6BcnvV2Xx/s400/mosaic1bc3759e8041dabeb2b4c9e358eee5f22fce28f4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349853954507881090" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://zakkalife.blogspot.com/2009/06/recipe-drop-cranberry-scones.html">Drop Cranberry Scones</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Zakka Life</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.flipflopsandapplesauce.com/2008/09/chocolate-chip-scones.html">Chocolate Chip Scones</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Flipflops & Applesauce</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://mayamade.blogspot.com/2009/02/biscuits-for-our-tea.html">Currant Biscuits</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Maya*Made</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://www.se7en.org.za/2008/07/21/jelly-bean-biscotti-to-die-for-in-se7en-steps">Jelly Bean Biscotti</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Se7en</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-85032430328956385492009-06-27T00:02:00.000-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.762-05:00Mad Tea Party: Savory Snacks<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63lyz3wnaWWgvvodFthmiUK-CHCoPJ6tEUywfjh5gULHt4vsQzveD5y57K8J-c1Y6bvYkaop1wjdUOAMTtp_xJGr-QrcLf3Yys-wdrrYbcSCoQnTbutBV2rFbtGLq5nSvwEYRT_myXV7v/s1600-h/mosaic5ecc176011777d392463e425f899b1f944c13959.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj63lyz3wnaWWgvvodFthmiUK-CHCoPJ6tEUywfjh5gULHt4vsQzveD5y57K8J-c1Y6bvYkaop1wjdUOAMTtp_xJGr-QrcLf3Yys-wdrrYbcSCoQnTbutBV2rFbtGLq5nSvwEYRT_myXV7v/s400/mosaic5ecc176011777d392463e425f899b1f944c13959.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349852129786583650" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/apple_walnut_gorgonzola_turnovers/">Apple Walnut Gorgonzola Turnovers</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Simply Recipes</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.recipezaar.com/Cucumber-Sandwich-Filling-54517">Cucumber Sandwich Filling</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Shawna Landers @ RecipeZaar</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.justhungry.com/2005/12/a_festive_stack.html">Festive Stack of Crepes</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Just Hungry</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://justbento.com/handbook/johbisai/vegetarian-cake-provencal-kinako">Vegetarian Cake Provencal w/Kinako</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Just Bento</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-87951516247270202932009-06-27T00:01:00.001-05:002009-07-02T13:27:05.762-05:00Mad Tea Party: Bold Beverages<div style="text-align: center;">It's getting pretty hot out for tea right now, here are some tasty alternatives:<br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5JQZyv3wydkAPX6nr_5gpb9AU3PDYONcL9z16_kArkk06YMIu4OBpZrI_SVjw-bkktA6rhjJ-_rge6T1bDv5EMGTTuKqbr8-LYPSFr7bSgezRmHv4DLSEGrQiOS6lCdL_A5KVt0Tqt45h/s1600-h/mosaicdec70081106153c1fe019d81ec992e22dad40e60.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5JQZyv3wydkAPX6nr_5gpb9AU3PDYONcL9z16_kArkk06YMIu4OBpZrI_SVjw-bkktA6rhjJ-_rge6T1bDv5EMGTTuKqbr8-LYPSFr7bSgezRmHv4DLSEGrQiOS6lCdL_A5KVt0Tqt45h/s400/mosaicdec70081106153c1fe019d81ec992e22dad40e60.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349844568996332146" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://cafejohnsonia.blogspot.com/2008/05/shirley-temple-floats.html">Shirley Temple Float</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Cafe Johnsonia</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://berlinswhimsy.typepad.com/berlins_whimsy/2009/03/fizzy.html">Homemade Ginger Ale</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Berlin's Whimsy</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.culinate.com/recipes/collections/Culinate+Kitchen/Beverages/rhubarb_soda">Rhubarb Soda</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Culinate</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://cafejohnsonia.blogspot.com/2007/06/fizzy-limonada-suiza.html">Fizzy Limonada Suica</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Cafe Johnsonia</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-84238776017511054662009-06-26T00:14:00.006-05:002009-06-26T00:27:37.527-05:00Little Miss MuffetRemember how I've been going on and on about changing to environmentally friendly things? Well, as soon as I run out of paper towels I'm all stocked and ready for cloth ones. In fact I've already started using them every now again.<br /><br />Unfortunately this left me with a bit of a dilemma. What was I going to do with the paper towel holder I had recently repainted and hung? I mean, I'm already in the habit of hanging cloth towels over the faucet to drip into the sink. If I hung them from the holder I'd just end up having to put down a second towel to keep it from dripping all over the craft dresser. What to do, what to do....<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVRuZ5S2fKp088bLQcb_nDCARgv0syvtHMaA565yPWvSy-Khjd7TWPKOySVxVUYKdHlPEOvB4GsoU9lU73GJjFzSrt_SoqR6A1VoAts9mnWJui_7m5ncjtDeWM0W392AEjEZ8-LfIVxTs0/s1600-h/MVC-011S.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVRuZ5S2fKp088bLQcb_nDCARgv0syvtHMaA565yPWvSy-Khjd7TWPKOySVxVUYKdHlPEOvB4GsoU9lU73GJjFzSrt_SoqR6A1VoAts9mnWJui_7m5ncjtDeWM0W392AEjEZ8-LfIVxTs0/s400/MVC-011S.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351502301215388418" border="0" /></a><br />It just so happens I decided to embark on another experiment tonight- making <a href="http://littlehouseinthesuburbs.com/2009/03/easiest-cream-cheese.html">homemade cream cheese</a> from yogurt. I tied it to the holder and wrapped it with some twine for good measure. Fixed two birds with one stone- don'tcha love it?<br /><br />I even made sure to save 1/2 c so I can <a href="http://spiffyspotlights.blogspot.com/2009/05/tasty-tuesday-8-condiments.html">make more yogurt</a> as the mood hits! Yep, I'm feeling pretty thrifty right about now. ^^<br /><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-19458392123858881262009-06-26T00:01:00.000-05:002009-06-26T00:01:05.886-05:00Terrific Tips<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkGf-DBErJDXP7Odeb8Zd2rMxUlCSiyGGgLhFLrG01pHj4L8MubAx4PnG3kPAx4dirXsPGUblpC0MSAVfyG0O6No3uI9c5OjLY7KZjnHJZhTvlQ2ZTzq9gW152SNoiOziCDRBvcdCq6IQl/s1600-h/mosaic6709186c9c17eb3cfa429c18c07749caf05da8ff.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkGf-DBErJDXP7Odeb8Zd2rMxUlCSiyGGgLhFLrG01pHj4L8MubAx4PnG3kPAx4dirXsPGUblpC0MSAVfyG0O6No3uI9c5OjLY7KZjnHJZhTvlQ2ZTzq9gW152SNoiOziCDRBvcdCq6IQl/s400/mosaic6709186c9c17eb3cfa429c18c07749caf05da8ff.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350679397515742930" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.worldwatch.org/resources/go_green_save_green">10 Ways to Go Green</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Worldwatch Institute</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://www.moneysavingmom.com/money_saving_mom/2009/03/guest-post-how-i-dress-my-children-for-free.html">How I Dress My Children for Free</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Lake Michigan Treasures @ Money Saving Mom</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://lifehacker.com/397006/top-10-ways-to-trick-yourself-into-saving-money">Top 10 Ways to Trick Yourself into Saving Money</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Lifehacker</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://rowdypea.typepad.com/the_rowdy_pea/2007/10/waldorf-toys-ar.html">But Waldorf Toys are so Expensive, Part 1</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">The Rowdy Pea</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5694328205190916785.post-86986813209321830682009-06-25T00:01:00.001-05:002009-06-25T00:01:08.954-05:00Kick Arse Crafts: Awesome Activities<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMBxi3qzxLaMvfTC1VQNNm-wuJwYyo50bjMuf_WEnNIp3m2ElCZJAUcclZxJA1srYhTUKP-B7ihz6fx6mC_L3xrb-6j1mSRAO9PLFstScx4jSGnnxdjvXYxtdyGxUv9pcBJloyVylUKJAj/s1600-h/mosaicbc312a083d3031ad5c2c987c5cef0e3cbdaef8fd.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMBxi3qzxLaMvfTC1VQNNm-wuJwYyo50bjMuf_WEnNIp3m2ElCZJAUcclZxJA1srYhTUKP-B7ihz6fx6mC_L3xrb-6j1mSRAO9PLFstScx4jSGnnxdjvXYxtdyGxUv9pcBJloyVylUKJAj/s400/mosaicbc312a083d3031ad5c2c987c5cef0e3cbdaef8fd.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5350589919328747490" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.preschoolplaybook.com/2009/04/new-jellyfish.html">A New Jellyfish Craft</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Preschool Playbook</span><br /><br />2. <a href="http://chasingcheerios.blogspot.com/2009/03/another-science-experiment.html">Carrot Experiment</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Chasing Cheerios</span><br /><br />3. <a href="http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2009/02/weekend-repost-paint-town-red.html">Color Collage</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">No Time for Flash Cards</span><br /><br />4. <a href="http://sweetthingdesigns.typepad.com/craftymama/2009/04/cornstarch-clay.html">Cornstarch Clay</a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Sweet Thing(s)</span><br /></div><br /><img src="http://i116.photobucket.com/albums/o10/thegoldens8500/Sig200.jpg" />Satsuki Rebelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00106775549331057570noreply@blogger.com0