Monthly Archives: August 2011
Amy’s Notebook 08.31.11

This melted crayon project is so fun and looks instantly gratifying (@whatever) These peanut butter and jelly ice box cookies look like a sweet after school treat (@ the kitchn) I want this pink vanilla bean cake for my birthday … Continue reading
Seven Easy Scarves & Cowls to Knit This Fall

I was madly in love with scarf knitting when I first began to knit. Knitted scarves are a fabulous way to learn pattern, try stitches you have never tried before, and can be an elegant (and frugal) gift to give … Continue reading
Pin ItAn Apron Full of Giveaways 08.30.11

Handmade Whimzy, $29 Welcome to our Apron Full of Giveaways! I hope everyone is having a great week this week! As we do each week, here is our round-up of giveaways for our readers. We hope that this is beneficial … Continue reading
Chicken Parmesan Sliders

After our success with Italian Turkey Sliders in our house, I decided to give another slider recipe a try on our family. When I happened upon this delicious Chicken Parmesan Slider, I just knew that it would be a winner. … Continue reading
Freebie Friday: August 26, 2011

Happy Freebie Friday, everyone! We would like to thank Couponing 101 for assisting us with our freebies each week. Be sure to head over to the site to enter to win in their Pirate’s Booty and Honest Kids Giveaway! … Continue reading
First Day of School

We survived the first day. One of us… *ahem* Barely. Survived. I hope you all have a wonderful back-to-school day too! We wanted to share the pictures of our day with our friends here! xo, Amy
Amy’s Notebook 08.24.11

I am dying to make this hydrangea wreath (@ V and Co) This Asian-inspired noodle salad looks like a fun lunch to eat (@ Picnics in the Park) I am in love with this cake stand made from vintage records … Continue reading
Great Reads for Moms: The Summer ’11 Edition

Now that summer is coming to a close, I can get back to one of my favorite sections of our site and start sharing again our favorite book reviews. I read so many fabulous books this summer and I can’t … Continue reading
An Apron Full of Giveaways 08.23.11

Ruperts Woolies, $18 Welcome to our Apron Full of Giveaways! I hope everyone is having a great week this week! As we do each week, here is our round-up of giveaways for our readers. We hope that this is beneficial … Continue reading
16 Ideas for Quick Weeknight Dinners

The school year is upon us and along with that comes the chaos of planning what to make for dinner each night. Today I wanted to share with you 16 easy weeknight meals with side dishes that would be perfect … Continue reading





