Friday, September 9, 2011

Easy Peasy Fall Supper {Omelet in a Bag}

My crew loves to have breakfast for supper and this summer, my mom introduced us to a fun supper that will become our new fall staple: Omelet in a Bag.  The best part?  The kids {or your guests} get to assemble it!

What you need:
  • 2 eggs per person
  • 1 gallon sized ziploc bag per person
  • your family's favorite omelet fixin's {cheese, ham, chicken, veggies, etc}
  • large stockpot, filled 3/2 with water brought to a boil.

Step One:  Set out your omelet fixin's.  Our faves are bacon, ham, onion, shredded cheese, spinach, chopped fresh tomatoes, chopped green peppers.  The black olives were for Mom. :)



Step Two:  Put names on gallon-size ziploc bags.  This is so you can tell the omelets apart after they've cooked. :) Sharpie works best.



Step Three:  Each person cracks two eggs into their ziploc bag and adds their choice of fixin's.


Step Four:  Each person zips their bag shut and mushes everything together thoroughly.  The eggs need to take on a "beaten" appearance. 


Step Five:  Open one corner of the ziploc bag and squeeze as much air out of it as possible.



Here's what they look like before being plunged into a large stock pot of boiling water!


Step Six:  Drop ziploc bags into pot of boiling water and boil for EXACTLY 13 minutes.


Step Seven:  Use tongs to remove bags from water.  Pull bag open carefully (they are super hot!) and tip omelet out onto the plate.


Embellish with salt and pepper, salsa, or anything else you desire. 

We love how simple and satisfying this is!  Most of the photos I took at my mom's when she introduced us to this fun supper/brunch idea.  We've had it twice since then and everyone leaves the table happy. :)  After all, they fixed it themselves!
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Gettin' Ready for Fall

I can hardly believe I actually got to wear blue jeans today!  Those of you up north are probably laughing at that, but if you're a Georgia dweller like me, you know that we can't safely put away our shorts and flipflops until mid to late October.  This year a little storm named Lee brought tons of rain and some cooler temps for what I think of as the beginning of fall-- the week after Labor Day.  So even though I'll have to stow my jeans again for another few weeks, just let me revel in them for a day or two. :)

If you haven't already headed over to Kellie's awesome Fall Festival at Nest of Posies-- DO IT!!!  Tons of great decorating ideas, recipes, and crafts to get your fall groove on!



I'll be linking up some goodies myself over the next few weeks!

This afternoon, I'm in search of this...



Plus a slew of other Fall idea magazines that seem to find their way into my shopping cart and run up my WalMart, Target, or grocery bill. :) 

How about you?  What are your favorite sources for fall inspiration around the home??

See you back here Friday with a super simple supper idea!


Tuesday, September 6, 2011

"Nice Hooters" Cupcake Decorating Kit - 50% off retail price

WHooooooo loves these??  I'm always on the hunt for a fresh new treat for my preschool functions or to share with y'all and these {literally} take the cake!!  Perfect for a fall gathering...


And best of all, the hard part of gathering supplies for this cutie-pie project is done for you!  I've always been intimidated by cake decorating projects, but even I think I could handle this one. :)

Cupcake Crafts gives you the supplies you need to decorate fabulous cupcakes right in your very own kitchen.

This deal is for (1) one "Nice Hooters" Owl Cupcake Decorating Kit.
Kit includes:
Cupcake Papers, White Accent Frosting Mix, Chocolate Sandwich Cookies, Candy Coated Sunflower Seeds, Candy Coated Chocolates. Banana Flavored Candy, Pastry Bags, Toothpick and Step by Step Color Illustrated Instructions.
*You will need to provide cupcakes and chocolate frosting*
Kit makes 12 cupcakes.
 
Click HERE to order yours and then let me hear from you about how easy they were and the response accollades you received!  You're welcome. :)


Happy Baking!

Friday, September 2, 2011

Slipping into September

Hi, gang! September is here and I wanted to give you a sneak peek of what's ahead...

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I'll be participating in this fun Fall roundup of inspiring ideas each Wednesday over at Kellie's blog.  I figured I needed a little push to get me thinking "fall" and this was just the way to do it!  She casts a wide net, so you'll find decorating ideas, new recipies, entertaining tips, crafts, and more.

Next week I'll also be sharing the super Back-to-School sale going on at Willow House this month... discounts on all the stylish products that will help keep your crew organized, so stay tuned!

And I have a couple of painting projects up my sleeve, some tailgating tips and tricks, and -- of course -- a new fall mantle coming your way, too.  I can already feel fall in the air!

In the meantime, the hubs and I are hosting some friends at the beach for a last gasp of summer.  There's some rain in the forecast, but let's hope for this...


Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

A Few Favorite Things {August}

Can you believe today's the last day of August?  I am still in a bit of a fog from getting my daughter off to school, getting the boys back into their routines, and getting myself back into the teaching groove... and here is September upon us!  I have to confess, I am now ready for some cooler weather, breezy days, and changing colors-- or at least I will be after this Labor Day trip to the beach. :)

Thanks for sticking with me during this nutty month of ups and downs, friends... and now enjoy a few of my favorite things this month!



My boys enjoying their last weekend of summer, plunging into Lake Rabun. :)



This room ~ and especially this chandelier.  I could look at this space all day long...


Omelets for dinner... I'll share this next week.  It'll become one of your go-to recipes if you have a family of egg lovers. :)

Have a great day, everyone!

Monday, August 29, 2011

Art for the Mom Cave and a Road Block

I'm sooooo excited about the art for my home office {Mom Cave}!  Here's a hint...

"Emily's Girls" by the fabulously talented Inslee.

And then there's...

Canopy Flat Gallery Mat, Black

My go-to frames from WalMart (inexpensive and sturdy!).

Are you getting the picture?  I framed all of my treasures from Inslee, but held off hanging them.  You see, my beloved purple office/mom cave has got some molding in the upper portions of the walls that's just gonna have to go.  I've been fighting it, because it means repairing the walls after removing the molding AND repainting {which probably needs to be done anyway}.  In other words, this on-going Home Office/Mom Cave makeover has mushroomed.  But I realize that it's better that I really do it RIGHT and make it just like I want it.  Here's what I mean...



Just as a disclaimer, all of this molding was in place when I bought the house. :)  I've managed to work around it but am now tired of doing so... you can see how it limits your options for wall decor!  The area below the chair rail will keep the molding but become all white, so my lovely purple will have greater pop on top.  That's the plan!  Thoughts??  Feel free to share!


On a side note, my blogging schedule has been a little sketchy these past few weeks while I get my People and myself into our new "normal" this year.  Thanks for bearing with me!  I plan to be back on my regular publishing schedule after Labor Day.

In the meantime, head over to Inslee's delightful online shop and check out her prints, notecards, calendars, and more!

Happy Decorating!

Saturday, August 27, 2011

And the Winner IS...

Thanks so much to those of you that joined the fun in my $50 Willow House giveaway!!  I'm thrilled to announce the winner is...

AubreyLaine who said: I like the Parisian Ottoman Tray!
I couldn't agree more, Aubrey!!  I've sent you an email with instructions on how to redeem your $50.  Here's what Aubrey liked, in case you missed it in the online catalog:

 Parisian Ottoman Tray

It's a beauty, no?

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend.  I'm working on my Mom Cave art that I'll be sharing next week.  What projects do you have in store?

Winner chosen using random.org.