Recipe Box, Summer BLT Nachos & Patriotic Cookie Bars

Posted by the Painted Apron on July 14, 2019 · 22 Comments 

In the spirit of our patriotic summer month, July, let’s nibble on some red, white, and blue treats! The littles thought the red white and blue icies were very fun,  but it was the red white and blue nachos that made the adults smile Actually, they are BLT nachos, blue corn tortilla chips drizzled with … Continue reading →

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Take-out Tuesday, Easter Egg Hunt Candy Cookies & Vignettes

Posted by the Painted Apron on March 29, 2016 · 12 Comments 

  Did you have an Easter celebration last weekend?     Our two youngest bunnies were invited to an egg hunt at my friend’s house with her little bunny     She hid eggs of all sizes throughout her front yard     With bunny and carrot signs pointing the way       Look, … Continue reading →

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Recipe Box, Snow Pea Tree and Christmas Candy

Posted by the Painted Apron on December 18, 2014 · 20 Comments 

In case you need some help in your holiday kitchen, wow your guests with a Snow Pea Tree or bake up some irresistible Christmas Candy Squares You don’t have to go to a lot of trouble, sometimes all you need is a little red and green For the snow peas, you steam them briefly in … Continue reading →

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Recipe Box, 5 Minute Trick or Treat Bars

Posted by the Painted Apron on October 5, 2014 · 27 Comments 

Want a recipe for cookie candy bars that only takes 5 minutes? These decadent bars take maybe 5 minutes to throw in the oven It’s a version of 7 layer bars and you only need 1 pan Melt the butter right in the pan in the microwave or stick it in the oven while the … Continue reading →

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Take-out Tuesday, Bad Boy Birthday Bars

Posted by the Painted Apron on January 7, 2014 · 10 Comments 

When I say BAD Boy, I am using the slang bad, meaning GOOD! The reason these are sooo bad is that they are so good! Another reason they are so bad is that they are full of all kinds of yummy things which really does make them bad, but makes them taste really good! The … Continue reading →

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Creations, Polka Dot Birdhouse

Posted by the Painted Apron on May 6, 2013 · 27 Comments 

I bought this birdhouse months ago and even though I loved the white, I was itching to do something to it I know you’re thinking STOP! Don’t do it! It already looks lovingly weathered and perfect!  I know… It is adorable… Maybe just a little touch of color…I am currently OBSESSED with turquoise, sea glass, … Continue reading →

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