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Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Rolo Brownies

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Rolo Brownies

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I kind of have a thing for Rolos... and brownies...
 So this post shouldn't surprise you that I finally put the two together.

I've already shared my Rolo Cookie recipe, and now it's brownies... I can't help it! I can't promise that this will be the last time I will use Rolos in a recipe. What's even better is that this is incredibly easy. The kids can help, you can share with neighbors (not sure if you'll be willing to part with it though), and they'll be a hit at any holiday party.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Slow Cooker BBQ Brisket

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Slow Cooker BBQ Brisket

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I don't know about you, but this time of year has been SO busy!! That's another reason I love cooking with my crock-pot - I don't have to do hardly any work! Especially with this recipe. All you have to do is prep it before you go to bed, put it in the crock-pot first thing in the morning and by dinnertime - ta da!! Dinner is ready. Love it.
Saturday, November 12, 2011

Easy Banana Bread

Saturday, November 12, 2011

Easy Banana Bread

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Easy 3 Ingredient Banana Bread at artsyfartsymama.com #easyrecipe #banana #bread

I wish I had the patience and talent to make my Grandma's banana bread. I really do. However, that's not likely to happen anytime soon, so this is a great shortcut recipe with a similar result! I can't tell you how many bananas I have thrown away in my life because I was too lazy to make "real" banana bread. Now I can just throw these 3-4 ingredients together!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Safety Pin Bracelet

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Safety Pin Bracelet

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Today I'm going to share a tutorial for a safety pin bracelet!
That's right... I said safety pins!!


What you'll need:
100+ medium safety pins
(make sure pins have both top & bottom holes - see photo of pins below)
1 package Seed Bead mix, or a few if you want to mix colors
Elastic cord or clear Stretch Magic
Pliers

Pour beads into a bowl & lay out the safety pins.

Since the beads are so small, the easiest way I found to get them on the pins is to scoop the pin through the bowl of beads and they put themselves on. If you want them in a specific pattern, though, you'll have to put them on by hand.

When the pin is full, close the pin and set it aside. I would say make about 100 for an adult bracelet. You may need more or less depending on the size of your wrist.

Once you have all your pins put together, take the pliers and pinch the safety pin closed so it won't accidentally come open while you're wearing it.

Next, measure your wrist and cut the elastic a little larger than your measurement. Don't make it too tight, otherwise it won't be comfortable and will be difficult to put on. I originally made this for my daughter, but couldn't get her to hold still long enough to get a measurement. So, I used one of her "bracelets" (aka hair elastic) as a guide.
**If you do it this way, make sure to measure the inside of the elastic... not the outside... It makes a big difference.

Thread your elastic through the top and bottom holes of the safety pins, laying the pins in opposite directions but keeping the beads on the outside. I noticed that some of the top holes of the safety pins were too small/bent so I couldn't get the thread through. You won't be able to use these, so either check before putting the beads on, or take the beads off and use another pin that will work. Make sure to set the defective ones aside so you don't keep having to fix pins.

Tie top elastic cords & the bottom elastic cords together to finish the bracelet.
Tie it tight, double knot - do what you have to to make sure it won't come undone.

Like I mentioned earlier, my measurements were just a little bit off...

But, don't worry:
It fits me perfectly!! :)

  Oh yeah, and don't forget to enter the giveaway I've got going on from Shabby Apple!
Giveaway ends November 12th!

Linking to these parties! 
Sunday, November 6, 2011

{Big} News!!

Sunday, November 6, 2011

{Big} News!!

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So I'm sure most of you remember this little project I did a few months ago...

Purchase the Quiet Flip Book pattern for $10 at artsyfartsymama.com

Well, guess what?! After much work and stressing about it not being perfect enough,
this pattern is now available for purchase!


There are TWO patterns to choose from:
The sewable version contains patterns for both cutting, and stitching, and instructions for sewing and binding. This pattern is for sewing and hand-stitching only.

For those who don't sew, I also have a printable version of the pattern up for sale.
The difference in this pattern is that the images are ready to print on to cardstock, color and laminate.


Purchase Artsy-Fartsy Mama's Quiet Flip Book pattern (one for sewing, or another for printing on cardstock and laminating.) for $10 artsyfartsymama.com

All you need to do is click on the "Buy Now" button on the sidebar.
Don't have a Paypal account? You can still purchase the pattern using a debit or credit card!

The pattern is $10.

Let me know through email when you purchase the pattern, and once payment goes through I will send you the pattern via email.

All you need to do is select the which pattern in "Buy Now" button on the sidebar, and send me an email once you've purchased the pattern so I know what email address to send the pattern to.

Please let me know if you have any questions! Thanks so much for all the support!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Towel Wrap

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Towel Wrap

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I know it's not summer anymore. In fact, just yesterday it was SNOWING outside my house!! This tutorial may confuse some - because this could be mistaken as a summer project. But, we all know it's nice to have something fashionable to wear after getting out of the shower... right? RIGHT!! {Especially if you're a 22 month old. But then again, sometimes they just like to run nekkid...}