Amy’s Notebook 07.28.10

I am in love with this idea for using an old t-shirt to create superhero capes for your kids (@ ohdeedoh)

I love this idea for creating your own homemade snow cone syrups (@ Jolly Mom)

These whole wheat oatmeal chocolate chip cookies look amazing (@ 101 Cookbooks)

This recipe for homemade finger paints looks like a fun rainy day project (@ Easie Peasie)

This security envelope recycled into a stationary set is so brilliant (@ A Little Hut)

These homemade marshmallows and homemade graham crackers take a s’more to a whole new level (@ the urban baker)

I adore this sidewalk chalk board (@ Salty Pineapple)

We will have to try this recipe for homemade pop tarts (@ Brown-Eyed Baker)

I am loving these gift bags made from recycled newspapers (@ How about orange…)

I love this idea for decluttering and making a magazine recipe binder (@ goodLife {eats})

This bite-sized Greek salad would be a fun appetizer to make (@ Cooking With My Kid)

These peach shortcakes would be a nice summer dessert (@ Annie’s Eats)

If peaches aren’t your thing, this homemade strawberry shortcake might fit the bill (@ gimmie some oven)

I love this tutorial on how to sew a buttonhole (@ Craft)

I am loving this tiered cupcake platter (@ How Does She?)

Here is another fun little paper wreath made from a book (@ Blue Cricket Designs)

This little car mat would have been a fun travel item when my kids were small (@ Sugar Bee)