Monthly Archives: October 2012

Climbing through the Fall

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Megan

A more appropriate title would be “Scrambling,” I think.  One of our favorite discoveries here in Wisconsin provides hours of hooligan entertainment, and the hubs and I always enjoy the scramble, as well. Ledge Park, in the Dodge County Parks … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Gnocchi in Pesto Cream

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Megan

Fall and winter Sundays induce a yearning to cook in my very soul. I remember my mom making cinnamon rolls on winter Sunday afternoons, filling the house with warmth and fragrance. But man cannot live by bread alone, so we … Continue reading →

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Shaving Cream Leaves

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Megan

Since we started our “No Screens” policy at our house last spring, we’ve become quite the crafters and board game players. It’s actually quite nice, and the kids really don’t complain about not getting to watch TV, play video games, … Continue reading →

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A Tee for Me

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Megan

Yes, I made something just for me!  While I was bleaching away on those Batty Bleached Tees for my boys, I thought I might as well make one for myself.  I wanted a shirt that I could wear more than … Continue reading →

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Marvelous Marbleized Cookies

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Megan

We made cookies yesterday.  They are both gorgeous and delicious. Here’s how: I want to emphasize that these designs were made by my six- and four-year-old hooligans.  Seriously. That’s how easy they are to do, and they’re fun for any … Continue reading →

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Christmas Card Monday #2

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Megan

Even though I’m designing Christmas cards, autumn is apparently still on my mind…I just felt pulled to create something using owls. Well, lucky for me, Stampin’ Up! designed their Snow Festival Designer Series Paper that incorporates both owls and holiday … Continue reading →

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Better Living Through Bacon

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Megan

I couldn’t resist. I bought a bottle of Torani Bacon Flavored Syrup.  Yes, I did. A month ago. And I’ve been trying to figure out what to make with it since.  I tried doughnuts with bacon glaze, since I love … Continue reading →

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Look What I Saw!

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Megan

I cannot believe that it’s possible for the foliage to be even more breath-taking each day…it’s gotta end sooner or later, right?  I’m sitting in my craft room, typing away, and the whole house is suffused with golden light, the … Continue reading →

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Halloween Treat Pouch

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Megan

I’m sure I’ve posted about this before, but I think these “Sour Cream Pouch” treats are fabulous for any occasion. I’ve even made them from clear plastic sheets, so the treats inside can be seen. If you’ve not made them … Continue reading →

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Batty Bleached Tees

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Megan

I’ve been intrigued by all the t-shirts I’ve seen with bleached designs on them, and have been plotting what stencil I wanted to use. When my boys mentioned they couldn’t find their Halloween shirts from last year, I was inspired … Continue reading →

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