Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, mamas! Here are a few simple craft ideas to share with your little ones!
February 3, 2012 By 1 Comment
Valentine’s Day is less than two weeks away, and so I thought I might share some adorable looks for the little ones on that loveliest of days. I was a bit of a tomboy (a LOT, actually) when I was little, but my mother always went all out to dress me up in some sort of fancy getup for Valentine’s Day — and ALL holidays for that matter. Looking back I was pretty darn cute, but at the time, I could have cried for all…
February 14, 2011 By 13 Comments
Happy Valentine’s Day! Have you spoiled anyone today? I have included some of our popular Valentine’s Day posts, as well as a linky list so you can add yours! I look forward to seeing your lovely posts and photos. You can see some of my photos on Posterous as well! Valentine’s Day Dessert: Cream Puffs with Vanilla Bean Pastry Cream Cool Finds: Simple Valentine’s Day Crafts Valentine’s Day Dinner: Seafood Lasagna and Caesar Salad Valentine’s for Social Media Lovers Valentine’s Day Treat: Orange Cream Mimosa Valentine’s…
February 12, 2011 By 14 Comments
If ever there was a holiday to splurge on a delicious dessert, it is Valentine’s Day. Cream Puffs, although they may seem daunting, are extremely easy to make. If you are feeling a bit indulgent, drizzle melted chocolate over the shells before dusting with powdered sugar. Cream Puff Shells Makes 20 – 25 Puffs 1/2 cup butter 1 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 eggs 1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). 2.In a large pot, bring water and…
February 7, 2011 By 1 Comment
If you are like many of us and are on the hunt for a special Valentine’s Day dinner recipe, I urge you to try this delicious Seafood Lasagna. It is indulgent and a very special meal for your special someone. Make ahead tip: Prepare the day ahead by assembling the casserole and storing in the fridge. I simply cooked the scallops and combined with the already cooked shrimp and crab, then followed the directions below. I also used regular lasagna noodles — not even the…
January 29, 2011 By 16 Comments
I was trying to come up with some fun ideas for Valentines Day. As a mom I love to do special things for my kids every chance I get! Breakfast is always a challenge here before school, so I thought I’d start the day out with a little surprise! I came up with these: I used regular pancake mix, and mixed in a few drops of NEON food coloring (just McCormick, found at a regular grocery store) I then poured the batter into a ziplock…
January 23, 2011 By 2 Comments
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. For all the romantic folks out there, try this Orange Cream Mimosa with your loved one. It can easily be made non alcoholic as well, and taste just as good. Orange Cream Mimosa Makes 8 to 10 2 1/2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice (5 to 6 oranges) 1 orange, zested 1 cup half-and-half 1 cup superfine sugar 1 bottle sparkling wine or Champagne* Strawberries, for garnish *Non-alcoholic sparkling wine, sparkling cider, or ginger ale can be substituted 1. Put…
