Stamped Muslin Bags

Hello Friends,

Every year I like to sell Lavender filled bags

at the Craft Show.

This year I  had an idea to stamp some bags.

I found these small drawstring bags on Amazon.

I'm happy with the size, perfect for filling with Lavender buds.

For the price of 100, they are just pennies a piece.

This large stamp came from the DOLLAR TREE

It is one of my favorites.

I just stamped a few bags and set them aside.

 

I went outside to find some lavender.

I have a few Lavender plants in my yard.

When the flower buds are ready it's easy to harvest.

I like to pinch the base of the flower stem and

gently pull just the buds.

Then drop the buds in a container.

When I collect a large amount I bring it inside.

The house is filled with the wonderful aroma!

I filled each bag and tied tightly with a bow.

I used a few different stamps

These bags would make good gift bags if you sell

small items- like jewelry.

But most were stamped with  just the flying bird-

These will go to the Craft Show.

Thanks for visiting !

Take care my friend-

xo Lisa S

Making Beads from Vintage Silverware

Hi Friends,

I have a Craft Show coming up

in October and just making a few last minute items.

Here's an easy idea I have been working on-

I have collected a few 

silver plated knives over the years

 that I use for all sorts of things!

I have noticed that some knives have solid metal

handles and some are hollow.

We are going to use the hollow ones today.

Don't worry if the knives are tarnished.

We will clean them later.

We will take a hollow handled knife,

place it in my husbands vise along

with a soft cloth while we cut.

I mark my cut line with a fine point SHARPIE, I tend to cut crooked.

I used a Dremel tool to cut and sand the ruff edges.

  along with the husbands' help...okay a lot of help-

to cut the handle into beads!

He claims he doesn't want me to to get hurt,

but I think he enjoys making things like I do!

I'm thrilled to have him help!

I cleaned the beads with metal cleaner.

The design on the silverware really pops!

I put the beads on different lengths of chain.

I think they make a pretty necklace.

Thanks for visiting!

xo Lisa S

More ideas I've shared using silverware-

Bottle Topper

Pumpkins

Mashed Cauliflower and Cheese Bake

 Hi my friends!

Do you like cauliflower?

Well if you don't, this recipe might change your mind-

and if you do like it-

you will love this recipe!

Mashed Cauliflower and Cheese Bake

Ingredients

1 Large Cauliflower head, rinse and core

1 4oz. package cream cheese, softened

( store the rest of the cream cheese in the freezer for next time!)

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese 

plus  1/4 cup more to top casserole

1/2 tsp. each Turmeric and Cayenne Pepper, Nutritional Yeast

salt and pepper to taste 

Directions

Rinse the Cauliflower head

Core and put into steamer or simmer in an inch

or so of water- cover with lid.

Steam cauliflower until easily pierced with fork.

Drain and mash with a fork or potato masher.

 I like mine a bit chunky-

Add Cream Cheese, Grated Parmesan cheese, 

and seasonings

Pour into small casserole dish.

Top with 1/4 cup grated Cheddar cheese.

Bake 350 degrees for 25-30 min. or until

the cheese on top is just right!

Serves  6 - 8 

Creamy and cheesy goodness.

We like the edges nice and crispy! yum!

We served our casserole with some roasted chicken 

and homegrown zucchini.

Let me know if try this recipe.

It has become a family favorite and I'm glad I could share it with you.

Thanks for stopping by!

xo Lisa S

Repurposed Spoon Racks

Hello my Friend,

It has been a while! 

Life has been busy, but in the best way ever.

Our son just got married to the most wonderful girl !

We love her dearly!!!

We are so blessed and we are enjoying this special time.

After the wedding, my husband and I -

along with my parents, took a little vacation.

Of course that means some Antique shopping was involved.

I saw this idea in an antique store, it seemed so clever to me.

When a couple of wooden spoon racks came my way. 

I thought I would give the idea a try-

I decided to leave them as is- but they would be easy to paint!

I have this small collection of Vintage Hankies

- but you really can't see them very well in a neat stack!

I love the pretty colors, embroidery and lace.

Each rack holds 12 Hankies.

Just pinched the corner and pulled through the

spoon slot with no damage to the fabric.

and it worked beautifully!

I hung the racks on a bulletin board in my sewing room.

Have a great day!

Thank you for visiting!

xo Lisa S