Creations, Burlap Bunny Napkin Rings

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 7, 2013 · 16 Comments 

I saw these in the Pier 1 catalog and thought they were so cute… They really aren’t expensive, $3 each, but still…I decided to see if I could make some… What do you think? It’s going to be lots of fun playing with these bunnies… Look a bunny puppet! These were actually easy to make, … Continue reading →

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Recipe Box, Irish dinner

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 6, 2013 · 5 Comments 

Being in the St. Patrick’s Day mood around here right now, we decided to have an “Irish” dinner of lamb chops, potatoes and asparagus.  Potatoes are such an Irish staple, and lamb or mutton is common too.  I wasn’t sure about asparagus, but it was green! HHjr was cooking this meal and his favorite way … Continue reading →

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Take out Tuesday, Lightened Up!

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 5, 2013 · 9 Comments 

Take out Tuesday features recipes that are either great for transport,  or an easy option instead of picking up actual take-out. Tuesday often features casseroles that can be done ahead of time and taken to a pot luck supper, or given to a friend or family…a new baby in the house, a  neighbor, a death … Continue reading →

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Tablescapes, Winter Escape

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 4, 2013 · 18 Comments 

This post was written in early March, but I think you’ll enjoy the trip anyway! The Gulf Coast of Alabama is my favorite destination. Always. Well, except for when there’s a hurricane in the forcast…but we don’t have to worry about that for months.  This is the coldest time of year in both Birmingham and … Continue reading →

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Tablescapes, Cabbage & Clover

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 3, 2013 · 30 Comments 

Are you thinking green?  Or maybe dreaming about a pot of gold?  St. Patrick’s Day might not be the most popular holiday to decorate for, but I bet you have a lot of things to set a fun table without leaving your home.  I have the most fun when I have to come up with … Continue reading →

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the Organized Life, the March Paint Bucket

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 1, 2013 · 8 Comments 

Boy, February FLEW by! I am surprised I got so many things made from my bucket list in February but it filled its purpose, giving me meal ideas when I had no time to think! The monthly bucket list is my way of organizing my cooking thoughts and managing recipes that I want to try.  … Continue reading →

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