my cute little dog

I love my dog Charlie so much, I don't know how it happens but the majority of the pictures I take on my camera always end up being of him! Good thing he doesn't speak, if he did I'm sure he would be telling me to get the camera out of his face!

pretty little package

These beautiful diy gift tags are just what the doctor ordered to emblish any gift, photo copy and use your own vintage photos or this free printable template. Click here to see the video tutorial from Nice Package.
(photo from Nice Packge)

diy: tiny valentine magnets

I've had some extra time on my hands lately (i.e. no job) so I decided to make Valentine's gifts this year. I know these magnets are a common craft, I'm definitely not re-inventing the wheel, but they are fun and easy to make and are sure to show any recipient that you care. Isn't that what Valentine's Day is all about?

Supplies:



-Colorful paper-valentine inspired
-Rubber letter stamps
-Clear glass aquarium stones
-Magnets
-Black sharpie marker
-Pencil
-White acrylic paint
-Clear silicon glue (I used Amazing E-6000, available at any craft store)
-Paint brush
-Scissors

Directions:

1. Cut paper into 4 squares (one for each letter in the word LOVE) just a bit bigger than glass stones.

2. Stamp the letters LOVE one each of the pieces of paper. Use the permanent marker to ink the stamp, this way when you glue the paper to the stone your letters will not smudge.





3. Trace around the stone with your pencil and cut out.



4. Put a generous amount of glue on the front surface of your paper and press the glass stone flat side down onto the paper, pressing hard to remove the bubbles. Let dry completely.



5. Paint the back side of the paper with the white acrylic paint and let dry completely.



6. Glue the magnet to the back of the glass stone and let dry.



7. Give to people you love!

little valentine finds from etsy

From top left
1. Cotton Bird Designs 2. SHAbang Designs 3. Royal Buffet 4. Zephyr Woods 5. Emeryray 6. Pickled Pumpkins 7. Gina Meow 8. Royal Buffet 9. Lisa Hopkins Design

mini file box

This oh so cute file box is the perfect size for business cards or recipes, it measures 4” x 3” x 2-1/2”. And if that’s not enough, the stylish wood grain motif is sure to make organizing a little less boring. Visit the Ask Patrick Etsy site for more.

orzo pasta salad

I love orzo pasta, it is the perfect size {small} and shape. In this recipe I combine the pasta with fresh ingredients and Middle Eastern spices to make the tastiest guilt free meal or side dish in a flash.



Ingredients:

1 cup orzo pasta
1 zucchini cut into 1" pieces
1 small red onion finely chopped
1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 small package (4-ounce)of goat cheese (herbed or plain)
3 cloves of garlic
1 lemon juiced
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
¼ teaspoon allspice
Salt and pepper to taste




Directions:

1.Boil pasta in salted water until the pasta is cooked through but not mushy about 8 minuets.

2.Meanwhile in a skillet sauté the zucchini, chickpeas, onion garlic and spices in 1 tablespoon olive oil until tender about 5-7 minuets. Let cool completely.

3.Drain and rinse pasta.

4.Combine all above ingredients along with herbs , lemon juice, olive oil and goat cheese in a bowl and mix to combine.

5.
Enjoy!

flower posts

These precious earrings add the perfect bit of sparkle to any outfit. Wear them with a feminine dress or with a pair of ripped up jeans either way they are a little treasure. Click here to see more!