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I know, I know this recipe is nothing new, I mean everything seems to be wrapped in bacon these days. But can I tell you that I have had similar "bacon wrapped date" recipes (even stuffed with blue cheese or goat cheese and those are really good too) but what takes these Bacon Wrapped Dates to the next level is the Balsamic … Continue Reading...
Happy New Year, friends! I hope everyone had a great first day of the year yesterday. We spent a huge part of our day organizing and getting rid of excess. And boy, did that feel good! I think we had 3 garbage bags full after just re-organizing the kitchen and bathrooms. Today I have a carload of stuff I need to take … Continue Reading...
I can't believe it's the last day of the year today, how the heck is tomorrow the beginning of 2013 already? I don't know about you but I'm always sad to see another year go by...it means I'm getting older and my kids are getting older, it just kills me to think that I am about to start Oliver on solid foods, whaaa the … Continue Reading...
Earlier this December, I was invited to take part in the Sam's Club Luxe for Less New Year Gala blogger challenge to try and create a glamorous gathering using their quality menu offerings and/or tablescape items. I was excited to take on this challenge as I had not been to a Sam's Club since I was in college and couldn't … Continue Reading...
Merry Christmas Eve everyone! I hope y'all are ready for the big day, only one day to go now are you ready? Gifts bought? Wrapped? Stockings hung? By the chimney with care? Well, to make your Christmas celebrations just a little bit brighter how about I finally post that deee-lish recipe for the Peppermint Patty Brownie … Continue Reading...
The winner of the 10 fat quarter bundle of Kate Spain's Cuzco line of pretty fabric from our Southern Fabric give away is.... Hooray Tara! Congratulations to you!!! Please email me at SmashedPeasandCarrots@gmail.com with your mailing address so Southern Fabric can ship this out to you quickly! Hope you all enjoy a … Continue Reading...
If you follow me on Facebook, you know that yesterday I finally started making teacher gifts for my kids' teachers. Yup, only slightly behind schedule, haha, the story of my life! Though, I'm happy to report today that all 4 teachers have a handmade gift all wrapped up in a pretty bow along with a gift card and a thank you … Continue Reading...
I realized I haven't posted any pictures from all the holiday fun we have been having so far this month so here is a post to save the day! I know you have all been wondering just what we have been up to ;-)The first weekend in December we headed out with some of our wonderful friends and their children on one of the best … Continue Reading...
Please let me introduce to you one of my lovely blog sponsors, Southern Fabric! Y'all know what a fabric addict I am (if not click here to take a peek at my studio!) and this shop does nothing to help me break my addiction one bit. Audrey, the owner of Southern Fabric, has impeccable taste when it comes to fabric lines, … Continue Reading...
Need a cute way to present your silverware at your Christmas Day dinner this year...or really for any event or party for that matter! These little burlap pouches are so simple to make and such a lovely way to liven up your place settings instead of using the standard Emily Post set up. {PS. See placemat tutorial … Continue Reading...
Today I'm going to show you how I made the Burlap & Lace placemats I shared with you here. They are an easy way to add some rustic charm to a place setting and would work so well for just about any holiday dinner party or wedding event. Burlap and Lace Placemats Burlap (1 1/2 yards will make about 8 placemats) Lace … Continue Reading...
At the end of November my church held it's first ever Ladies Advent Tea to help prepare our hearts for the Christmas season. My lovely friend Carrianne (you may remember the amazing job she did on our family's Christmas pictures last year here!) asked me if I wanted to host a table with her...and by host I mean decorate … Continue Reading...
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