tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75766260683509839992024-03-05T10:06:33.860-05:00Little Gems by KariCrafting Adventures from an Upstate NY lady!LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.comBlogger286125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-86022617320877731482015-01-08T09:30:00.003-05:002015-01-08T09:31:32.552-05:00BBRRRRR- Chilly Temps and Warm BreakfastThe US is currently in quite the cold snap!!!
Because of this I decided last night to try some crockpot oatmeal.
This would be a nice warm up to take with me on the way to work.
I used the recipe found here: <a href="http://www.chow.com/recipes/30656-slow-cooker-steel-cut-oatmeal ">http://www.chow.com/recipes/30656-slow-cooker-steel-cut-oatmeal </a> with a couple tweaks.
I decreased the milk, nixed the vanilla extract, and added a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips. Very creamy and warmed me up!
How do you keep Jack Frost away??LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-22829135353257261012014-07-21T12:32:00.001-04:002014-07-27T10:45:50.462-04:00Overnight Oats- Easy BreakfastNeed an easy go to breakfast? My new one is Overnight Oats. Fix the night before, Grab from the fridge and head out the door. <div><br></div><div>What you Need</div><div>Container ( I use a protein shake mixer)</div><div>1 cup rolled oats</div><div>1 cup milk (dairy, almond, coconut)</div><div>1 tablespoon chia seeds</div><div>1 tablespoon flax seeds</div><div>Greek yogurt- the more you add the thicker it is- I use 2 tablespoons</div><div>Mix ins </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>For mix ins</div><div>My fave is a few handfuls of blueberries, pecans and brown sugar.</div><div><br></div><div>Other yummy choices</div><div>Nutella</div><div>Nut butters ( mix with Nutella too)</div><div>Banana</div><div>Lemon curd </div><div>Strawberry jam</div><div><br></div><div>Let your imagination run wild!<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5CbxOEad37O76tYbBMFNNzsNfXSFN_ND2lw1icz9p7KJx2VWRCeVKa82eCYHGTf-HyRIwfju7mYKrC0F6iubia919LhXJmbsVzOlnlXEZ9Oh0Dcmvp_XPs7_t8h0dbL6OeTogJFIh1Y4W/s640/blogger-image-1550073219.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5CbxOEad37O76tYbBMFNNzsNfXSFN_ND2lw1icz9p7KJx2VWRCeVKa82eCYHGTf-HyRIwfju7mYKrC0F6iubia919LhXJmbsVzOlnlXEZ9Oh0Dcmvp_XPs7_t8h0dbL6OeTogJFIh1Y4W/s640/blogger-image-1550073219.jpg"></a></div></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-65096045341965844452014-07-10T08:46:00.000-04:002014-07-10T15:18:20.966-04:00Nursing Pad ReviewIn the market for reusable nursing pads?
Here are my fave <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/182939403/rainbow-cheetah-leopard-set-of-2-nursing">https://www.etsy.com/listing/182939403/rainbow-cheetah-leopard-set-of-2-nursing</a><div>
Check out my review on Rockerbyebaby
<a href="http://rockerbyebaby.com/blog/2014/7/9/meet-kari-guest-blogger-nursing-pad-reviewer">http://rockerbyebaby.com/blog/2014/7/9/meet-kari-guest-blogger-nursing-pad-reviewer</a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio9v8JUPVghVuRt62zr0brL2I8OA80w75GVjRSlLfE1RfGLBYi6MmRaA8CHFWs4HQkPG2ddwB2lR76cKHhO90OPur_ZbT2R9aaRBgDb7qaMPBJWsePf0SyvnepkCvypyTA7OmHhdjQVqrP/s640/blogger-image--1114829358.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio9v8JUPVghVuRt62zr0brL2I8OA80w75GVjRSlLfE1RfGLBYi6MmRaA8CHFWs4HQkPG2ddwB2lR76cKHhO90OPur_ZbT2R9aaRBgDb7qaMPBJWsePf0SyvnepkCvypyTA7OmHhdjQVqrP/s640/blogger-image--1114829358.jpg"></a></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-38721146485137939622014-06-23T16:53:00.001-04:002014-06-23T16:53:20.377-04:00Easy Lactation Cookies2 ripe bananas<div>1 cup oats</div><div>Handful semi sweet chocolate chips</div><div>2 TBS brewers yeast</div><div>1 TBS chia seeds</div><div>1 TBS flax seed</div><div><br></div><div>Mash banana, mix all ingredients, bake at 350 for 15 minutes. </div><div><br></div><div>I just are 4 of them... Don't judge till you try them!!!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKfa44TdnXqgdWdVsxtAO1LttAfSuEQQDLjXILPR_B7cPJPiM3yXPDspG7rZ-i4JwHbWl_Zn4gFl6kQ6aVld050lzpSPdbwHmoO1VoC1QNN18jSrzOltRLCuop9v01B1grQP_NDZLmnelF/s640/blogger-image-1038410233.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKfa44TdnXqgdWdVsxtAO1LttAfSuEQQDLjXILPR_B7cPJPiM3yXPDspG7rZ-i4JwHbWl_Zn4gFl6kQ6aVld050lzpSPdbwHmoO1VoC1QNN18jSrzOltRLCuop9v01B1grQP_NDZLmnelF/s640/blogger-image-1038410233.jpg"></a></div><br></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-66051911650421920162014-05-17T18:08:00.001-04:002014-05-17T19:08:41.968-04:00Pumpkin Carrot Cake Muffins1 package carrot cake mix<div>1 can pumpkin</div><div>1/4 cup milk</div><div>2 tbsp vegetable oil</div><div><br></div><div>Mix all together. </div><div>Optional top with pumpkin seeds</div><div><br></div><div>Bake at 350 for 20 minutes</div><div><br></div><div>Enjoy!!! (With <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin5vcOfOyXwMs4HBrTD5gDURNg2rMz5mUpcRYTswYymvslNGy53CObbIGvDSen4YmOlsH0yeL0Um11jyOCA5EuhEaZWpPFWwyAQOuCCWRsPtsq3XAVNYmkW27K5KDH4SCiTTCzjBgYcwdS/s640/blogger-image--556716143.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin5vcOfOyXwMs4HBrTD5gDURNg2rMz5mUpcRYTswYymvslNGy53CObbIGvDSen4YmOlsH0yeL0Um11jyOCA5EuhEaZWpPFWwyAQOuCCWRsPtsq3XAVNYmkW27K5KDH4SCiTTCzjBgYcwdS/s640/blogger-image--556716143.jpg"></a></div>coffee is my fave)</div><div><br></div><div>**Easy to do with toddler too. My mini chef dumped what I handed him, stirred and sprinkled. **</div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-46251506154669348262014-04-26T09:11:00.001-04:002014-04-26T09:11:14.749-04:00Diy Photo BoothHere is a quick trick for a photo booth/light box. I took a piece of printer paper, bent it in half and taped it in a sunny window. <div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjClfBnGfe-EQF4ywGcnqhPuwSk1Pihzs10u5VhK2rhtfzfX0MhII4o0UnfOp0hyj8lE0qRd7nPQ2T5DpXSop7ZLeWTkEnkcN8VWFrDdjcNVicRsG9MWl1qaMHPuVgveUk35zsRh1UjTcke/s640/blogger-image--778187646.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjClfBnGfe-EQF4ywGcnqhPuwSk1Pihzs10u5VhK2rhtfzfX0MhII4o0UnfOp0hyj8lE0qRd7nPQ2T5DpXSop7ZLeWTkEnkcN8VWFrDdjcNVicRsG9MWl1qaMHPuVgveUk35zsRh1UjTcke/s640/blogger-image--778187646.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ignore the kitty nose prints. And below is a shot. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-XCKu2_PKWj01swtO2w1St0FPwL8xHg3PI9JnAuwsdfpZcyuI9lTerwXEEoSNHZ2Cg4lNpD93x_VPow-RqgNgilkrTRG1q3oavRCVjVPumUJar95E9wxaedRw5f_QLTq3BEPZGOrz8MBp/s640/blogger-image-1044539931.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-XCKu2_PKWj01swtO2w1St0FPwL8xHg3PI9JnAuwsdfpZcyuI9lTerwXEEoSNHZ2Cg4lNpD93x_VPow-RqgNgilkrTRG1q3oavRCVjVPumUJar95E9wxaedRw5f_QLTq3BEPZGOrz8MBp/s640/blogger-image-1044539931.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">What do you use? </div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-24643714918893129512014-04-24T16:21:00.001-04:002014-04-24T16:21:31.684-04:00Instagram Sale TomorrowMy first Instagram Sale is tomorrow afternoon! <div>Hope to see you on Instagram - I'm @littlegemskari <div><br><div>Here is a sneak peak: </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-hkfOuVA5H5XKfmQDXKB8j83MfyohSBtvwoo8uCFWChwnNwVqqwNnByP3ua-xccVCFx7JzjtyQVKMZGgzfcdURgs2WEfuoD9mmtEUQSoqphKyp6FPiudmMC47Qz1DPuammxxVy8Ojaro6/s640/blogger-image-201386860.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-hkfOuVA5H5XKfmQDXKB8j83MfyohSBtvwoo8uCFWChwnNwVqqwNnByP3ua-xccVCFx7JzjtyQVKMZGgzfcdURgs2WEfuoD9mmtEUQSoqphKyp6FPiudmMC47Qz1DPuammxxVy8Ojaro6/s640/blogger-image-201386860.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjK3GRTvVBB_HnFIbGlctMJZrY4_-HrqXO5zDdrFUcV83HQeRJf96bRy2TKiiX-DptXlygX8ZTGulgDsj9WiEiLnVVKNZglA9sOX_KC5Cwzp8hbuXp2i5TF5fVsK1j7VPlofInjmxmvxM7/s640/blogger-image-1634432068.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjK3GRTvVBB_HnFIbGlctMJZrY4_-HrqXO5zDdrFUcV83HQeRJf96bRy2TKiiX-DptXlygX8ZTGulgDsj9WiEiLnVVKNZglA9sOX_KC5Cwzp8hbuXp2i5TF5fVsK1j7VPlofInjmxmvxM7/s640/blogger-image-1634432068.jpg"></a></div><br></div></div></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-89852585415151996602014-03-07T21:41:00.001-05:002014-03-07T21:44:27.487-05:00Welcome Home Tory & Nursing Top<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYd1ht9C-P_wQRVpDTRZIBn7uhKcYiRaExuQZyIr4AQPOiwGGCrcOFDgcdH3ZVU6nEbclfClq7XjiEp3lcNi8uTHsmc2SnVxrgUgXU-7OSsptqUBEHXqH-QWQFruh78Ou-2M1VL_mlkACP/s640/blogger-image--63812379.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYd1ht9C-P_wQRVpDTRZIBn7uhKcYiRaExuQZyIr4AQPOiwGGCrcOFDgcdH3ZVU6nEbclfClq7XjiEp3lcNi8uTHsmc2SnVxrgUgXU-7OSsptqUBEHXqH-QWQFruh78Ou-2M1VL_mlkACP/s640/blogger-image--63812379.jpg"></a></div>We brought our little girl home last week! Victoria Sylvia was born 2/24 <3<div><br></div><div>As a breastfeeding mommy I'm always looking for comfy clothes to nurse in that don't feel frumpy. Nursing tanks are great but pricey! I found this on Pinterest and had to try it!! Essentially clip the strap and tack down with a couple stitches. The loops slide on your nursing bra and you are off and running! Easy peasey with a $5 tank and a whip stitch. </div><div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">Link to post: </span></div><div><span style="font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 12px;">http://www.simplyrealmoms.com/posts/diy-nursing-cami/</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6osGiaBUxGmqg3tQCYLOpYQiwWrO_lUWM4NtjKiM3U8BdhlZWiZC-BvDXIjEqDrwWAxjFCnJeJSetmsPPNxSeI9pT2K8oVZ8Du_2QjrwVP65h70ibuWX1HDpzzArv5WqRaZ5oBZxNLFb/s640/blogger-image--2075021751.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6osGiaBUxGmqg3tQCYLOpYQiwWrO_lUWM4NtjKiM3U8BdhlZWiZC-BvDXIjEqDrwWAxjFCnJeJSetmsPPNxSeI9pT2K8oVZ8Du_2QjrwVP65h70ibuWX1HDpzzArv5WqRaZ5oBZxNLFb/s640/blogger-image--2075021751.jpg"></a></div></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-22412513745258327662013-12-31T09:32:00.001-05:002013-12-31T09:32:58.633-05:00Chia Seed PuddingHappy New Year! Here is a healthy easy treat to help ring in 2014! <div><br><div>* Warning if you don't like the texture of tapioca pudding - this isn't for you. *</div><div><br></div></div><div>3 TBS chia seeds</div><div>1 cup milk ( I used whole because it was in the fridge)</div><div>Seasonings ( I used a dash of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla) </div><div><br></div><div>Combine- I put mine in a shaker. </div><div>Place in fridge. </div><div>Stir after an hour or so- I left mine in overnight for a breakfast treat. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbOHWPteJpyxEMfA6YDlR-NE3anjngNIrim1ItMEoT9QBasIeb2zMbjkbVnJ8mTBjjVAX6YfG_2QPcKq-9f4zR-bG-1AFgFrb6ZXSoyKjN51LzIuM3MbEE9YTGcjtOHx0jjhR3y9HLdg_v/s640/blogger-image-798388986.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbOHWPteJpyxEMfA6YDlR-NE3anjngNIrim1ItMEoT9QBasIeb2zMbjkbVnJ8mTBjjVAX6YfG_2QPcKq-9f4zR-bG-1AFgFrb6ZXSoyKjN51LzIuM3MbEE9YTGcjtOHx0jjhR3y9HLdg_v/s640/blogger-image-798388986.jpg"></a></div><br></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-45001728208710652972013-12-19T10:46:00.000-05:002013-12-19T10:48:56.827-05:00Christmas Fast Approaches!How does Christmas sneak up on me every year!
Still so many fun things to get to!
Jackson has been coloring ornaments for present toppers- my helper! But I was hoping to get his lil mitts into some salt dough too.
Not to mention cooking, baking, and wrapping!
This Saturday is my last show- 9-2 at the Frear Building in Troy (attahced to the Uncle Sam Atrium). And with Victoria (Kurtz Baby #2) coming in February I'm not sure when my next show will be.
What last minute preperations are you making??<br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfILFswdPKKfzNcLgxKkJXWO7AHBctu8RTkcnmYUNP08V_DiFxckuMEu1XcW7V7LHZ3J-qgI2N8LZrkl5f1KIQGOsgnGmKcoGVJF0WJDk3RjkuXms1JSPEJ7lkUQ1bqYeYjPZlxWyZ5_37/s640/blogger-image-122324104.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfILFswdPKKfzNcLgxKkJXWO7AHBctu8RTkcnmYUNP08V_DiFxckuMEu1XcW7V7LHZ3J-qgI2N8LZrkl5f1KIQGOsgnGmKcoGVJF0WJDk3RjkuXms1JSPEJ7lkUQ1bqYeYjPZlxWyZ5_37/s640/blogger-image-122324104.jpg"></a></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-6196835292395409882013-11-21T10:11:00.001-05:002013-11-21T10:11:08.237-05:00BrrrrThe nip is back in the air! Time to crochet and make hot cocoa! <div><br></div><div>Here is a pic of a not so enthused little man all bundled up! </div><div><br></div><div>What's your favorite way to spend a cold day? </div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Dctcolc4u05scbUDt8YS9u1dxmfBqgwlRadNt5CQScNMSrh5S45lTqk1khLQg4l5XRn2hCJlqGokM2vveHEMA8Gd05ke_QjURIMygOXrGvu8Noa38cTblYew8ryXSkW3CidiLohQ3vMo/s640/blogger-image-211379342.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Dctcolc4u05scbUDt8YS9u1dxmfBqgwlRadNt5CQScNMSrh5S45lTqk1khLQg4l5XRn2hCJlqGokM2vveHEMA8Gd05ke_QjURIMygOXrGvu8Noa38cTblYew8ryXSkW3CidiLohQ3vMo/s640/blogger-image-211379342.jpg"></a></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-90273607896651196572013-11-04T19:06:00.001-05:002013-11-04T19:06:08.468-05:00Easy Black Bean Soup Recipe2 cans of drained black beans<div>1/2 jar salsa (I used Newman's Own Mild)</div><div>Olive oil- 2 tbs</div><div>Onion chopped</div><div>Can of stock</div><div>Frozen chopped okra ( optional)</div><div><br></div><div>Put olive oil in pan with onion sauté .</div><div>Put in 1 can of beans- mash the mix</div><div>Mix in other ingredients </div><div>Simmer for 15 to 20 mins. </div><div><br></div><div>I served with grilled cheese! Yummy fall dinner :)</div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqYLJgHjGYQnzALnddhauGGqf4u2Wz2X6UAfDyAMQ80IuWF9JSR6O6j4s8yLwfZ-95JlJpF0oG0AuNwcLjQc1Td8oS1XdHdfRlsL1q8wgNM8o3zrXvBt_G4RZckbdHy1drHOZGe0B1UUB9/s640/blogger-image-136757962.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqYLJgHjGYQnzALnddhauGGqf4u2Wz2X6UAfDyAMQ80IuWF9JSR6O6j4s8yLwfZ-95JlJpF0oG0AuNwcLjQc1Td8oS1XdHdfRlsL1q8wgNM8o3zrXvBt_G4RZckbdHy1drHOZGe0B1UUB9/s640/blogger-image-136757962.jpg"></a></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-26650981213697420512013-10-02T08:31:00.001-04:002013-10-02T08:31:09.813-04:00October is Here!October is here!!! Every October my friend at Pugnacious Vegetarian does the October Project- a different photo every day of the month.
It's an amazing time capsule of a fun time of the year. If you are looking for some Halloween inspiration or maybe just some inspiration in general- I highly recommend it! <a href="http://thepugnaciousvegetarian.com/">http://thepugnaciousvegetarian.com/</a>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-51376678042469980752013-09-03T15:28:00.001-04:002013-09-03T15:28:21.077-04:00Donughts on a GrillMy little family went camping for Labor Day and I made some yummy donughts on the grill! <div>What you need:</div><div>Can of buttermilk biscuits</div><div>Cinnamon and Sugar</div><div>Vegetable Oil</div><div>Grill</div><div>Pan</div><div>Tongs </div><div><br></div><div>Get about a 1/2 inch of oil to a bubble over the grill. </div><div>Place a biscuit in the pot with the center cut out ( a water bottle works great for making the hole). </div><div>Flip with tongs. </div><div>When both sides are golden brown remove.</div><div> Sprinkle hot donught or shake in a bag with cinnamon and sugar. </div><div>Devour! <br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicK4HsoHlLkjzkUj9AHHkw4A0DDnyWeL4E12vsqgmStHm7mPYvNtBxfEWlDbsWHPpb2bbJ8Rs1qNTTm_tEW6q8ImfesH1NxICq6nlB6tXZ7OWsL8LcZlbcVqmM06AfjYwJgzR7T6JlJc1Q/s640/blogger-image--1415921137.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicK4HsoHlLkjzkUj9AHHkw4A0DDnyWeL4E12vsqgmStHm7mPYvNtBxfEWlDbsWHPpb2bbJ8Rs1qNTTm_tEW6q8ImfesH1NxICq6nlB6tXZ7OWsL8LcZlbcVqmM06AfjYwJgzR7T6JlJc1Q/s640/blogger-image--1415921137.jpg"></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRoo8Kp91wvxCxXyT-hTIpbscbtiRCehFI5PTbz8cVy-N3xN7X99OC9zH2PTOzcLch0oMkROgIEKJXoQCQvyVCaJcsM6wfX3a-XwqallckRH0D-Z2UykA9iL0kYzFClo84liKInPQZ42px/s640/blogger-image--286145255.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRoo8Kp91wvxCxXyT-hTIpbscbtiRCehFI5PTbz8cVy-N3xN7X99OC9zH2PTOzcLch0oMkROgIEKJXoQCQvyVCaJcsM6wfX3a-XwqallckRH0D-Z2UykA9iL0kYzFClo84liKInPQZ42px/s640/blogger-image--286145255.jpg"></a></div><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCIBQOYesXuzwcot01zyputAZPs1iD6bug0DaAIdnQykUMchXX6a4q1ZzGnE8Ujvy1vkUJBELzyrZhbWFpWQ0An2mxcWttWVWYAce0YmsMedsbpA4P6diXnlm-3lHYoRL1yppmi8-YxJB3/s640/blogger-image-1427144124.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCIBQOYesXuzwcot01zyputAZPs1iD6bug0DaAIdnQykUMchXX6a4q1ZzGnE8Ujvy1vkUJBELzyrZhbWFpWQ0An2mxcWttWVWYAce0YmsMedsbpA4P6diXnlm-3lHYoRL1yppmi8-YxJB3/s640/blogger-image-1427144124.jpg"></a></div></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-41701940796741550752013-08-17T14:07:00.001-04:002013-08-17T14:07:41.599-04:00Snack AttackEasy and yummy - 2 things I love! <div>Microwave popcorn </div><div>Top with smoked paprika and garlic powder</div><div>Slice cheddar cheese</div><div>Snack Away! </div><div>What do you like on your popcorn? <br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7G6qYLJKTEfYSACn8Ytto_aVLjVqpOHxwbH4YA-uSnf2NteLcLMnHcUOROapDFTC9LK4IjFrwP6-eOWPKvBNFQSdrBB-bp_wdj_DqIw4NH4lIibWoj_cB5T5ewD2FzgWXxb4h5pt8tzvL/s640/blogger-image-1223617820.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7G6qYLJKTEfYSACn8Ytto_aVLjVqpOHxwbH4YA-uSnf2NteLcLMnHcUOROapDFTC9LK4IjFrwP6-eOWPKvBNFQSdrBB-bp_wdj_DqIw4NH4lIibWoj_cB5T5ewD2FzgWXxb4h5pt8tzvL/s640/blogger-image-1223617820.jpg"></a></div></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-25079401832184515172013-05-04T22:00:00.001-04:002013-05-04T22:02:41.233-04:00Easy DIY Oatmeal BathWho knew making homemade oatmeal bath is this simple?! <br />
Using rolled oats (old fashion) & working in small batches, grind. I used the milling blade on my baby food processor. Oatmeal bath for less than pennies! I make a big batch for my son's baths and store in an airtight container. Works great for eczema, diaper rashes and itchy skin. <br/><br/><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRMAtZRUmJJrXCAt9jgpuD1xRVUOnwwwxtHV6dk_MKh9YPX7LsEQ7VloNbG65CFFUSP3YMZDN6Zg_ITMmJhLCrIqJYijfYEHOuk33WMPPj9QdaqHlkSLgZH6TbZBv_OxEhsRXv4RhyphenhyphengjHc/s640/blogger-image-1359961238.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRMAtZRUmJJrXCAt9jgpuD1xRVUOnwwwxtHV6dk_MKh9YPX7LsEQ7VloNbG65CFFUSP3YMZDN6Zg_ITMmJhLCrIqJYijfYEHOuk33WMPPj9QdaqHlkSLgZH6TbZBv_OxEhsRXv4RhyphenhyphengjHc/s640/blogger-image-1359961238.jpg" /></a></div> <br/><br/><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmv6z98Hq0wJlCAxlBUlcciYiZhHygPVcEBUF8_mD2REMu-RA2S8Nplf31wmaPqEQSjKWCXvBqSrp9EvoFT5e99gKkLaqaFGVzAFmm96xLNBVUEdcnn3wx-m44bl1ofkjjjwOP7XKD3Ix3/s640/blogger-image-2104388451.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmv6z98Hq0wJlCAxlBUlcciYiZhHygPVcEBUF8_mD2REMu-RA2S8Nplf31wmaPqEQSjKWCXvBqSrp9EvoFT5e99gKkLaqaFGVzAFmm96xLNBVUEdcnn3wx-m44bl1ofkjjjwOP7XKD3Ix3/s640/blogger-image-2104388451.jpg" /></a></div>LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-49511031433295380322013-04-10T19:47:00.001-04:002013-04-12T10:44:18.147-04:00Welcome to my Kitchen EZ Tofu PressI was recently gifted an EZ Tofu Press <a href="http://amzn.com/B007LLGMG2">http://amzn.com/B007LLGMG2</a> - wow! <br />
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I am not a vegetarian and only cooked tofu once - it was too time consuming getting that water out. Not with this lil guy! Water came pouring out and in 15 minutes it was ready for the pan. <br />
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I kept it simple- firm tofu, olive oil sprayed in the pan, and adobe. Crisp it up, add 1/3 cup water, 1/2 packet of taco seasoning and a dash of taco sauce. Reduce sauce and serve with your favorite taco fixings. <br />
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To have a happy, healthy, thriving boy is the greatest gift I've ever received. I found myself being thankful for each giggle, tear, silly kiss, dadada, and mamamam this weekend. This last year went by so quickly I can only imagine how quickly he'll be asking for the car keys! <br />
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LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-32022372106806803012013-02-27T09:06:00.000-05:002013-02-27T09:06:28.381-05:00Wordless Wednesday- Power Clashing<br />
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LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-85764420821025275082013-02-24T15:43:00.001-05:002013-02-24T15:51:06.909-05:00Sunday Small Things - Week 8This week I took great joy in spending time with a dear friend. We wandered through grocery stores and chatted about cooking, food, life, and nonsense. What a gift to have a partner in crime. <br />
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What do you do to reconnect with your friends?<br />
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What you need: <br />
Toothpicks<br />
Punch- mine is a Fiskars Small Star<br />
Glue<br />
Scrapbook paper<br />
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1- Punch out 2 items for each pick. <br />
2- Apply glue to one side of each punch out (do one pair at a time).<br />
3- Place toothpick in the middle. <br />
4- Press together and let dry.<br />
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LittleGemsbyKarihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03301807972933165737noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7576626068350983999.post-48699660298743552792013-02-10T16:08:00.001-05:002013-02-10T16:09:30.398-05:00Sunday Small Things- Week 6Once you've been married awhile (9 years this year) what you first found romantic is no more. The greatest thing my fella can do, he did this Saturday. He packs my car for craft shows, helps me set up, and then comes back and does it in reverse! <br />
Bonus points this week for first digging out our driveway from Storm Nemo. <br />
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With Valentine's Day romance in the air- what does your sweetie do for you?<br />
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Jackson was so excited he passed out :) <br />
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How do you save?<br />
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