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Italian Caprese Garlic Bread Recipe – Tomatoes, Mozzarella and Basil

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published date: January 25, 2014
modified datt: January 25,2014

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Italian Caprese Garlic Bread Recipe
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 How about this twist on a Caprese Salad – Make Garlic Bread. Sure to please everyone as an Appetizer, Side or even Dinner Entree (just like a pizza!) Happy creating!

Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf Italian Bread
  • 4 tbsp softened Butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 12 oz fresh Mozzarella Cheese, sliced
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 3 medium Tomatoes, sliced
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste
  • 1/3 cup Fresh Basil Leaf, chopped

Directions:

  1.  Add vinegar to small saucepan bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer until reduced by half.
  3. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  4. Preheat oven to 400.
  5. Add minced garlic to butter and mix well.
  6. Cut the loaf of bread in half lengthwise.
  7. Butter the cut sides with the garlic butter.
  8. Place on a baking sheet with the cut side up.
  9. Place the mozzarella cheese slices on top of the bread.
  10. Bake for about 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are starting to brown.
  11. Top with the sliced tomatoes.
  12. Top tomatoes with chopped basil and salt and pepper to taste.
  13. Drizzle with balsamic reduction.
  14. Cut into slices and serve.

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DIY Valentine Series – You’re a HOOT Owl Valentine

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published date: January 23, 2014
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DIY Valentine Series – You’re a HOOT Owl Valentine Treat
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This sweet owl not only makes a pretty valentine to share with classmates but he holds yummy candy too! He is almost too cute to break open but I don’t think the little ones will have any problem investigating what’s inside. This craft is upcycling at it’s best – keep those empty toilet paper tubes (or paper towel rolls can be cut in half). Set up a little assembly line at your table, you and the kids can have these done in no time at all. Use wrapping or scrapbook paper to wrap you owls in a variety of designs or make them all the same. I personally like the 12×12 scrapbook paper because it comes in so many patterns and you can get 4 owls from each sheet. You could also fill these with erasers, rubber bracelets, lip gloss, temporary tattoos , small individual packages of goldfish, pretzels, or other little party favors instead of candy.

Supplies

  • FREE You’re a HOOT Printable
  • toilet paper rolls
  • scrapbook or wrapping paper
  • googly eyes
  • clear tape
  • glue
  • tissue paper
  • individually wrapped candy’s

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Directions:

  1. Tape the bottom of the owl with scotch tape or clear packing tape.
  2. Drop a small piece of tissue, or shredded paper in the tube to cover the sticky tape.
  3. Cut paper to 5”x6” for each owl
  4. Wrap paper around toilet paper tube and seal the back with clear tape
  5. Fill with individual wrapped candy.
  6. Fold front and back of paper, leaving the “sides” up for ears, secure with a piece of tape.
  7. Glue on goggle eyes.
  8. Cut a small triangle from yellow for the beak, glue beneath eyes.
  9. Cut a triangle, circle or oval from contrasting paper, I squeezed an extra toilet paper tube into an oval shape and used it as a template to trace.
  10. Glue wings to sides of owl.
  11. Attach printable tag and your ready to go!

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FREE You’re a HOOT Valentine Printable

See all the DIY Valetine Series Crafts:

Goldfish “Hooked on You” Valentines – Pin to Pinterest

Valentine’s Day Scratch-Off Tickets – Pin to Pinterest

You’re Just WRITE for Me ROLO Pencil – Pin to Pinterest

You’re a HOOT Owl Valentine – Pin to Pinterest

Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks – Pin to Pinterest

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DIY Valentine Series – Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks

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published date: January 24, 2014
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DIY Valentine Series – Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks
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This is a fantastically simple craft that the kids will love to get their hands on. Besides the fact that hole punches are just a fun thing to play with, this is a great fine motor activity for children. Pick up some free paint sample strips at Wal-Mart, or Home Depot – make sure to grab some traditional girl colors like pink and purple and some great yellows, greens, and blues for boys. If you already have ribbons and hole punches on hand this is a totally free craft! You can use a hole punch or small hand punch to cut out shapes, then just add stickers, glitter, and markers or crayons, or stamps if you really want to step it up. Make up a bunch for classmates, teachers, grandparents. I had the kids even make one for me instead of dog-earring the pages of all my books. Creating their own bookmark may just encourage a love of reading, so this craft really is a win-win all the way around- simple, frugal, promotes literacy and fun!

Check out my How To Video on these Paint Sample Bookmarks!

Supplies:

  • Paint sample strips
  • hole punch
  • ribbon
  • optional- glitter, glue, stickers, stamps, stamp pad,
  • markers. Crayons

Directions:

  1. Use hole punch to create a pattern up and down the sides and across the bottom of paint sample.
  2. If desired color with markers, draw designs in glue and sprinkle with glitter, add stickers, or stamp names on them to personalize for each recipient.
  3. To place a ribbon through the top- Punch hole at least ¼ “ down, push both ends of ribbon through hole, pull them through the loop the ribbon makes at the top, draw tight.

Watch this Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks Tutorial

See all the DIY Valetine Series Crafts:

Goldfish “Hooked on You” Valentines – Pin to Pinterest

Valentine’s Day Scratch-Off Tickets – Pin to Pinterest

You’re Just WRITE for Me ROLO Pencil – Pin to Pinterest

You’re a HOOT Owl Valentine – Pin to Pinterest

Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks – Pin to Pinterest

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DIY Valentine Series – You’re Just WRITE for Me ROLO Pencil

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by Filed Under: Crafts, Pinterest, Recipe, Valentine's Day

published date: January 22, 2014
modified datt: January 24,2014

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DIY Valentine Series – You’re Just WRITE for Me ROLO Pencil Valentine
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A pen and paper for your classmates or anyone else you want to give a fun and unique Valentine to. I have created a simple writing paper printable for your child to personalize for their own special Valentine’s to tell their classmates Valentine, You’re Just “Write” For Me! Made of two candy favorites, this makes for a yummy February 14 treat, and its almost too cute to eat! I used card stock and the most difficult part was wrapping the pencil with stiff paper, for small hands I would recommend using thin paper to make it a bit easier but I do love the look of the cardstock.

Supplies

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Directions:

  1. Cut a piece of yellow paper to 4 ½ “ 4” squares.
  2. Cut pink paper into 3/4”x 3 ½ “ strips.
  3. Wrap yellow paper around roll of candy, and secure with clear tape on the seam from top to bottom to create pencil.
  4. Wrap pink paper around top and secure with clear tape, matching up seams to make the eraser.
  5. Halfway over yellow and halfway over the pink press silver tape ( I found mine at Dollar Tree) If you can’t locate silver tape use a small strip of aluminum foil about ¼ “ x 3 ½ “, fasten down, this makes the metal band.
  6. For the pencil point- Roll a piece of tape and place on end of roll of candy, or you can add a small dab of glue. Remove tag from Hershey Kiss and press onto rolled tape or glue.
  7. Print tag, have your child sign their name, punch a hole in corner, attach to pencil with a piece of curling ribbon about 6-8 “ long, run scissors over ribbon ends to curl.

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You’re Just WRITE for Me Valentine Printable

See all the DIY Valetine Series Crafts:

Goldfish “Hooked on You” Valentines – Pin to Pinterest

Valentine’s Day Scratch-Off Tickets – Pin to Pinterest

You’re Just WRITE for Me ROLO Pencil – Pin to Pinterest

You’re a HOOT Owl Valentine – Pin to Pinterest

Paint Strip Valentine Bookmarks – Pin to Pinterest 

Check out these other great recipes and be sure to follow FCLAsh on Pinterest.

 

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Pink Valentine Heart Pancakes – February Breakfast Kids Food Craft

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published date: January 18, 2014
modified datt: January 18,2014

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Use your boxed Bisquick Recipe and add some red food coloring drops for a fun twist on this February Breakfast Food Craft activity!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Original Bisquick® mix
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 2 Eggs
  • Red Food Coloring
  • Heart Egg or Pancake Mold (as seen HERE and HERE)

Directions:

  1. Stir Bisquick, Milk and Eggs together in a bowl.
  2. Place half the mix in a measuring cup (for pouring).
  3. Slowly drop food coloring into the half remaining int he bowl. Stir until desired pink is achieved (only a couple drops are needed – no not go to heavy with coloring.)
  4. Place the pink mixture into a different measuring cup for pouring.
  5. Lay the heart mold on the heated skillet. Slowly pour in the heart less than 1/4 cup of pancake mixture.
  6. Cook until edges are dry.
  7. Carefully lift the heart mold and turn pancake over with a spatula and cook until golden.
  8. Continue until all mixture is used.

Note: You can also make regular (circle) pancakes without the mold.

Happy eating – Enjoy!

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Frugal Fashion Friday Valentine Outfit and Accessories

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by Filed Under: Fashion, Frugal Fashion Friday, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Valentine's Day

published date: January 17, 2014
modified datt: January 17,2014

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It’s almost here – the season of love, hearts, flowers, chocolates and Valentine’s. No interested in wearing a dress but still want to stand out. Check out these discounted Red Jeans, Trending Peplum Top, Stunning Stilettos, and frugal friendly accessories

Skinny Red Jeans $19.97 $95 Pretty good reviews and a nice discount on this one! These jeans offer spandex for added stretch and fit. They are machine washable and include five-pocket styling, button closure, and a zip fly.  As and added savings, Buy 3 for an extra 10% off or 6 for 15% off. Enter code MAJDELL9 at checkout.

Lace Long Sleeve Peplum Top $17.99 $40. Dress up these jeans (yes they can be dressed up or dressed down) with a lace peplum top. Peplum is in! It masks flaws and gives the sexy illusion of hip. Do define Peplum for you – A short overskirt or ruffle attached at the waistline of a jacket, blouse, or dress. This top is also available in white.

Naples Pump Shoe in Black $19.95. $49. A pump sensation in delicious colors! Gorgeous peep-toe pump featuring stud-embellished cutout design and seductive ankle strap. Stacked platform and ultra-tall heel. Other colors available. You guys KNOW I love JustFab Boots and their B1G1 sale. I have shared with you before a great way to get discounted Fall and Winter boots.

Narrative Purse $31.95 $49 New to JustFab, the Narrative Clutch is adorned with luxe studs that are far from ordinary, this sleek satchel is a must-have for every get-up. Faux leather bag with shoulder strap, flap front and slide pockets.

14 Karat Gold and Black Earrings $29.25 $45. 14 karat gold plated chandelier style fashion earrings with simulated black onyx. These stand out and can also be dressed down with blue jeans, flats and a black shirt. Shipping adds $3.24. Many Jewelry items on Amazon up to 75% off.

Around the Clock Ring $4.99 $14.99. If you like it then you shoulda put a ring on it, especially at this price! Save 70% off this fashion statement. Morning, noon, or night, you can’t think of a better way to finish off your ensemble than with the stunning circular silhouette of this ring! Your focus is immediately drawn to black orb at the center of this etched gold setting, so you find yourself sliding it on your finger anytime you want to add intrigue and unfettered shine to a look.

Gold LOVE Two Finger Ring $0.95. You can always add another ring, you have two hands after all! You won’t feel like you are splurging at this price. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, this LOVE ring is sure to send the message. Shipping adds $2.95. 100% satisfaction guaranteed.  Many Jewelry items on Amazon up to 75% off.

Beaded “Love” Bracelet with Rhinestones in Gold $6.95. Maybe we didn’t send the message once and we need to express our LOVE this holiday again. This is the price for THREE bracelets. Shipping adds $2.95. Potential Additional Savings – 10% Wholesaler’s Discount on orders of $200 or more with code HM7K9QJA at checkout.  100% satisfaction guaranteed. Many Jewelry items on Amazon up to 75% off.

Belt Buckle Bangle Bracelet in Red $9.99. Want to make the red in your pants stand out, add the color to your wrist. Stack on the bracelets this Valentine’s Day. Shipping ads $4.49. Under the going, going, gone sale on Ideeli today (1/17), there also is a black one.

e.l.f. Eyeshadow 32 Piece Palette $6. We can’t accessorize our outfit, without dressing up our face. I have and LOVE this eyeshadow palette. A steal when it comes to the price. I actually use it daily – for going out or running errands. FREE 2-Day Shipping with Amazon Prime.

L’Oreal Paris Wet Shine Lip Stain in Endless Red $3.49 $9.99. It is so hard to wear red, a bit to daring for most of us but if there is one day to try it – it surely is the day of love! Pucker up and give it a try with this savings. The power of a lip stain with lip-gloss luster.  Lips are soft, comfortable and hydrated for up to 6 hours. Shipping adds $1.99.

e.l.f. Studio High Definition Liquid Blush $7.95 $12.55. When looking to Perfect for sculpting and highlighting and give an added glow, liquid blush is the way to go! Trust me – give it a try. The Vitamin E enriched formula conditions and hydrates the skin for a healthy, radiant look. Shipping is free.

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Jelly Bean Valentines – Quotes and Jelly Belly Savings, 4 lbs for $20

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by Filed Under: Amazon, Crafts, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Valentine's Day

published date: January 16, 2014
modified datt: January 16,2014

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Jelly Bean Valentines and Jelly Belly Sale
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Head over to Amazon for the Signature 4-Pound Jelly Belly Jelly Beans container for $20.18. These are GREAT for Valentine’s Day and can be used many ways. Place in a snack size Ziploc Bags and place on these fun tags

“Valentine, You’re my peachy keen, jelly bean”

“Valentine, Thanks for BEAN a great friend”

Have fun playing with the words, hand out some Jelly Beans and have enough loved over for yourself!

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  • Shipping is always free with Subscribe & Save.
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  • Save more with a minimum of 5 monthly subscriptions – 5 to 20% off.

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Valentine JELL-O Heart Squares – Fun Dessert for February

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published date: January 14, 2014
modified datt: January 16,2014

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Valentine JELL-O Heart Squares
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This is fun and different and TRULY NOT AS DIFFICULT as it looks. Take a Valentine Foot Craft to a whole new level with these Square JELL-O Heart Valentine Treats. This fun dessert takes a twist on the classic gelatin treat! It makes a yummy after school or February Valentine’ s Party Treat!

Ingredients:

  • 6 oz. box Strawberry Jello
  • 1 envelope Unflavored Gelatin
  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 7 oz. Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1/4 cup cold Water
  • 3/4 cup boiling water

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Directions:

  1. Spray a 8 x 8 pan with non stick cooking spray.
  2. Boil two cups of water.
  3. Pour the JELL-O power into a large bowl and add 2 cups boiling water. Stir until dissolved.
  4. Pour into the pan and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  5. In another bowl add 1/4 cup cold water. Sprinkle gelatin packet over top and let stand for several minutes.
  6. Boil 3/4 cups of water.
  7. Stir your 3/4 cups boiling water with sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
  8. Allow to cool.
  9. Invert red Jell-O pan onto cutting board or wax paper.
  10. With a heart cookie cutter, cut hearts out of the jello. Cut as many as you can fit, but you may not use all of them in the next step.
  11. Spray the pan with cooking spray again.
  12. Arrange the hearts in the pan being careful to leave room for white in between each heart.
  13. Pour condensed milk mixture around the hearts and place in the refrigerator for several hours until firm.
  14. Remove from pan and cut into squares.

Happy eating – Enjoy!

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