Creating Beautiful Food…are you that chef?

February 8, 2010

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Our kitchen is filled with my heart.

It’s one of my favorite rooms and I strive to create an environment where people are drawn to linger.

Stimulating the senses are important to me and I know my children will have fond memories of deliciously baked meals and pleasing aromas, but even though I prepare food that tastes delicious, I do not create beautiful food.

You know the kind of food I am talking about…food that becomes an unbelievable art form.

That is one of my goals this year…to create beautiful food. Not all the time, but every once in awhile.

Just for my family.

Just because…

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Don’t worry, I won’t be giving up my “Save Money by Cooking Creatively” concoctions, but you I’m hoping that I can actually mesmerize you a time or two during Tasty Tuesday.

(in)courage party by chatting at the sky. (stolen from dear Emily ) 1002_BlissDom10_234 by DawnMHSH.

Because beautiful food can be an art, can’t it?

And I want you to think of me as an artist one of these days.

(Since I definitely did NOT get the drawing genes.)

So what about you? Do you prepare beautiful food?

1002_BlissDom10_250 by DawnMHSH. (thanks, Dawn, for sharing this centerpiece from Blissdom)

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Denny’s Free Grand Slam breakfast

February 8, 2010

In honor of the Superbowl…

They’re doing it again. If you’re up for a little bedlam mixed in with the beauty of free breakfast then Come to Denny’s for a Free Original Grand Slam^®,

Tuesday, February 9, from 6am to 2pm.

And don’t forget to visit Denny’s for a Free Original Grand Slam^® on your birthday. I can guarantee the lines won’t be long on your special day.

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Flexibility and the Family

February 8, 2010

flex·i·ble // (flks-bl)adj.
1. Capable of being bent or flexed; pliable.
2. Responsive to change; adaptable

While I spent a wonderful weekend in Nashville at the Blissdom Blogging Conference, my family defined flexibility without complaining.
While I was treated to an open menu at a classy restaurant, my family ate Captain Crunch by candlelight.
While I naively [...]

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DIY Pedestal Cake Plate – Easy Centerpieces

February 6, 2010

Creating a frugal, yet elegant tablescape begins with a wonderful centerpiece. I shared how one of the easiest ways to achieve that look is by layering cake stands, yet I realize that many of you many not have any cake plates yet (since you haven’t had time to hit those yard sales).

Creating your [...]

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Frugal Family Fun – building a fort

February 6, 2010

Turn off the TV, step away from the computer and engage in some frugal family fun.
This is the time when I desire a “Yes, Mom” mentality.
Being fully present in their lives is the greatest frugal family tip I can share.

The house will withstand a fort disaster. The mess can be cleaned, but you will never [...]

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Scarves – How do I tie a scarf?

February 2, 2010

Months ago, I shared my new found love for scarves as one of the best ways to spice up a Frugal Fashionista outfit.
Many of you shared that a picture isn’t enough for you “visual learners,” and that you need me to demonstrate how to tie a scarf. Here is the first of two videos that [...]

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Inexpensive Sunglasses – Frugal Accessories

February 2, 2010

Sunglasses are on my list of “must have” Frugal Fashionista accessories. Considering that I have two daughters who want to wear mine all the time, I buy cute, fashionable, inexpensive sunglasses and have them in both cars, my purse etc etc….you get the idea. They change up an outfit and give extra personality.
Well, you can [...]

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Once a Month Cooking…in a day (and recipe request)

February 1, 2010

We have been snowed in for the last two days and it has been a slice of heaven. (Almost as amazing as the multiple slices of Homemade Cinnabons I ate while doing my bulk baking.)
The rat race of life had taken over and having some much needed down time was delightful. Saturday, I spent [...]

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Valentine’s Day Tradition – Hearts of Loving Kindness

February 1, 2010

Hearts of Loving Kindness –

A unique Valentine’s Day tradition encourages thinking of others through out the month. Use pretty hearts during the month of February to teach the value of loving kindness to the loved ones in your life. Find a small box or jar and decorate it (invite your children to help) any [...]

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Valentine’s Tradition – Treasure Hunt of Love

January 31, 2010

The Treasure Hunt of Love –

This Valentine’s tradition combines the fun of a treasure hunt with the sweetness of showing love and appreciation, while praising character qualities instead of “talents.”
I had so much fun brainstorming last year when I did this. Cut four or five hearts out of red or pink construction paper, label [...]