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Sneak Peak at my New Project

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So… I've been crazy busy this last week or so. I've be working on the new site design and getting ready to launch a new longer term project for WhipperBerry, but I thought I would give you guys a bit of a sneak peak!!

Yep, WhipperBerry is jumping into the home DIY game.  I have so much to tell you about everything, but it's going to have to wait for a bit.  Here is a quick look at the first project.  A metal basket pendant light cluster for my kitchen.  My sweet brother-in-law came over this past weekend and helped put this all together and I can't wait to share the details.

Friday Flair Features

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Wow, last week was a whirl wind! Working on WhipperBerry's facelift, my sweetheart was out of town and the kiddos and I were under the weather.  Hopefully this week is going to be MUCH better!! Going through Friday Flair every week is one of my favorite things to do.  You guys have soooo many fabulous ideas and I love that you are so willing to share your talents.  I found so many fun things this week… here are a handful that caught my eye for this week's Friday Flair Features!

valentine pillow from craftberry bush

 

ruffled lace flower from i heart naptime

 

craft room makeover from the 36th avenue

 

you were "mint" to be my valentine from like a pretty petunia

pretty pin cushions from pieced pastimes

dry-erase menu planner from my sister's suitcase

 

key artwork from bargain bound

 

decoupaged map desk from finding home

 

valentine cookies from shugary sweets

 

fan{tache}tic valentine printable from plum adorable

 

diy laundry platform from the idea room

 

valentine garland from i que linda

 

diy kindle case from just another hang up

 

cabinet makeover from my fabuless life

 

family room mantel from it's overflowing

 

Aren't they fabulous? I hope this tickles your crafty bone and helps to inspire some creativity for this week… I can't wait to see what you come up with!!

Friday Flair | Link Party

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I'm always on the hunt for fabulous sweets… I think it's because I was born with an honest to goodness SWEET TOOTH!  I found this stunner of a cake from Sprinkles Bakes and fell head over heels in love…

Heather {the fabulous baker from Sprinkles Bakes, not me} has such an eye for color and oh my… I LOVE cherry cake! You have to click over and see the inside, truly stunning.  I would love to sit down and share this cake with my sweet valentine!

It's time for Friday Flair!!

The Best Salsa to Beat the Winter Blues

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I don't know if any of you are like me, but every January, at least one of my New Year's resolutions includes some kind of healthy eating goal.  I try new recipes and tricks to stay fuller longer on fewer calories, boost my fruit and veggie intake, etc. etc.  But the bottom line is, if I don't like it, I'm not going to eat it.  When my sister brought this salsa dip to a family function last year, I ate half the bowl before dinner ever started; it is SO good, and SO healthy.  So without further ado, here is a new, wonderfully healthy and satisfying recipe to add to your "good foods" list this year.

You'll need…

1-2 Roma tomatoes
2 ripe avocados
3 sprigs of green onions
1 can of black beans
1/2-3/4 c. frozen petite white corn
1/4-1/2 cup fat free Italian dressing

Dice the tomatoes and avocados and chop up the green onions and add them to your dish.  Strain and rinse the black beans and throw them into your dish along with the corn and dressing.
Serve with chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, etc.

 

There you have it!  Super straight forward and easy.  I have to warn you though, this stuff only stays good for about 12 hours.  Avocados go bad quickly, so don't make it too far in advance.  You really shouldn't have a problem with making too much… at least, I never do!