tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80477094415277631772024-02-19T00:46:34.132-06:00Whoopsie Daisies Days - Preloved, Reclaimed, Eclectic VintageWhoopsie Daisies is about reclaiming discarded vintage items, and loving them again! I love to write about my Whoopsie Daisies business as well as my family and other interests such as crafts and cooking.
Hope you enjoy!RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.comBlogger298125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-17504594247358373672012-03-20T10:56:00.000-05:002012-03-20T10:56:15.821-05:00Spring Cleaning Sale at Whoopsie Daisies!<div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><img alt="il_fullxfull.241338811.jpg" src="webkit-fake-url://28733DD9-592E-4F99-A977-D5C9482EC615/il_fullxfull.241338811.jpg" /></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Yes, it's Spring Cleaning time at <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Whoopsie Daisies</a>! All <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Home decor pillows and ALL Tooth Fairy Pillows</a> are on Sale for $25 (Originally $32). These make great gifts for New Baby, Birthday and even Easter Baskets!</span></div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><br />
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</div><div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Also, don't forget - if you are a Whoopsie Daisies <a href="https://twitter.com/#!/RetroLeeTX">Twitter Follower</a> - you receive FREE SHIPPING. </span></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-36690731690763290422012-03-13T10:27:00.000-05:002012-03-13T10:27:35.830-05:00Ski Trip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We decided to forgo the Spring Break madness and take the kids skiing this year during February. It was a great decision! No injuries, very few tears and an all around good time. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is our secret location, in Colorado, low crowds and great skill level runs for everyone - from my husband who is more experienced, myself (just learning those Blues), and the kids - we enrolled them in Ski School for 2 days. Best money spent on the whole trip!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2AcjouqZviSKpDj_RTB-QRMxrzUc_TWBt3uZzNX5ETsN2ziq-2LEc4NtPhOokoBhdvJeviS2Tlhdhd3gfkDwk7ezxQN_OJUuQLD73tyEH8KPzSv-6FqzQ5plyhYBcxtG5TkKZAIBYfTA/s1600/IMG_1357.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2AcjouqZviSKpDj_RTB-QRMxrzUc_TWBt3uZzNX5ETsN2ziq-2LEc4NtPhOokoBhdvJeviS2Tlhdhd3gfkDwk7ezxQN_OJUuQLD73tyEH8KPzSv-6FqzQ5plyhYBcxtG5TkKZAIBYfTA/s400/IMG_1357.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My sweet girl - all smiles!</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP36nUy1GKI7tOxKTQlkxpgH4OeUzbeUPTj2zFL_Fx3ctXYKmVbGY-j44mB5-RerGquTYKhSaN06JP1XLlQRSVtgjiAK1TBRYImUecwgp7LYYit7hasvzm6wcwVhJemZ41L7qsZEZaCrI/s1600/IMG_1378.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP36nUy1GKI7tOxKTQlkxpgH4OeUzbeUPTj2zFL_Fx3ctXYKmVbGY-j44mB5-RerGquTYKhSaN06JP1XLlQRSVtgjiAK1TBRYImUecwgp7LYYit7hasvzm6wcwVhJemZ41L7qsZEZaCrI/s400/IMG_1378.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That's a blue run behind me - I did it! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd_CoixbzKhPFXrUcon5pqaKAde_6UaIzizglp82HFty9hf4iZCLYUamQWOe-h4AjOkNI4QjZv4tNUOfvWXTKPaE-trs7W48bCyQcF9TU1PLU3Kn3GAnTN7sywutUND6BuSJU_ghIQIKE/s1600/IMG_1366.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd_CoixbzKhPFXrUcon5pqaKAde_6UaIzizglp82HFty9hf4iZCLYUamQWOe-h4AjOkNI4QjZv4tNUOfvWXTKPaE-trs7W48bCyQcF9TU1PLU3Kn3GAnTN7sywutUND6BuSJU_ghIQIKE/s400/IMG_1366.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Those are my babies headed up that huge mountain! They did perfectly fine - and loved it! </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you discovered Pinterest yet? It has become my go to place to organize ALL of those great recipes, craft ideas, organizing tips, activities, music, that I find floating around on the web. Yes - it CAN be a time toilet, BUT... I've actually found that once I've created useful boards full of great ideas, it's a simple click and I'm ready to go. Need a recipe for a neighborhood get together? Need a quick sewing project? Need a Valentine's Day idea for your child's class? Need tips on cleaning those hard to tackle places in your home? It's ALL on Pinterest! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are some of the projects I've done over that past several months. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Happy Pinning! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://pinterest.com/retroleetx/"><img alt="Follow Me on Pinterest" height="26" src="http://d3io1k5o0zdpqr.cloudfront.net/images/follow-on-pinterest-button.png" width="156" /></a></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-14245572841102217762011-12-15T10:42:00.000-06:002011-12-15T10:42:16.172-06:00A Day of Pure Ho Ho Ho<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ2iSb6IYdwWqV7bB2-txmJ4WIrjcJScnN6zz_2yaAxlZPFNGaDv21WdHLMfsAhxmTb4_meDUlLUXGB8256W-Cx7BA5eYk6glGHyJNN8wOBraM_YOdYohwdCV_G0rNkZc9UaGI5xhIzQo/s1600/DSC_0006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ2iSb6IYdwWqV7bB2-txmJ4WIrjcJScnN6zz_2yaAxlZPFNGaDv21WdHLMfsAhxmTb4_meDUlLUXGB8256W-Cx7BA5eYk6glGHyJNN8wOBraM_YOdYohwdCV_G0rNkZc9UaGI5xhIzQo/s400/DSC_0006.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My kids know the meaning of Christmas. As my 5 year old son kindly reminded me "Mom, it's NOT about the presents, it's about Baby Jesus". I must be doing something right! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">With that being said, they also marvel at the magic of Christmas and the spirit of giving, which is Santa Claus! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So - I wanted to share a few pictures of them with their favorite man in red. </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hope you all aren't too stressed out right now getting ready for the rather large, full of expectations holiday. For myself, I'd say my stress level is at a 6.5 (on a scale of 1-10). Previous years I've been about a 9 at this point - but this year I managed to get some shopping done early - which helped tremendously. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">All I need now is a Silent Night and some hot coffee and Bailey's :)</div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-29881171484888884362011-12-08T09:46:00.000-06:002011-12-08T09:46:16.443-06:00Etsy 817 Handmade Holidays<div style="font: 12.0px Helvetica; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"></span></div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" style="font: normal normal normal 22px/normal 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0.75em; position: relative;"><br />
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Arlington, TX 76013</span><br />
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<span class="c8" style="font-size: 14pt;">Friday, December 9 - Noon-7pm<br />
Saturday, December 10 - 10am-4pm</span><br />
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</div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-4470685605031436812011-09-21T14:12:00.000-05:002011-09-21T14:12:47.827-05:00Happy Birthdays and Back to School 2011<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I cannot possibly fathom how it is that my kids are now 9 and 5 years old. Where in the heck, does the time GO?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm late posting pictures anyway, and thought I'd combine birthdays, back to school, and both kids. (Let's not discuss the fact that my own BIG birthday occurred this month as well - maybe.. more on that one later! I'm just happy to celebrate 29 from here on out!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM40n5L69f0r-ZnGH1JOyLcu4tsyVc5KWHDh1hUY0-OKtprytNEplpvaGeohDJpgA0mus9x60XaFkMT9Va3NXO5-Do1p5lYBAa_PqtsyGCHbh5ighMK3HoCn32h9dVaaWVzzZxFgt4zSk/s1600/DSC_0028.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM40n5L69f0r-ZnGH1JOyLcu4tsyVc5KWHDh1hUY0-OKtprytNEplpvaGeohDJpgA0mus9x60XaFkMT9Va3NXO5-Do1p5lYBAa_PqtsyGCHbh5ighMK3HoCn32h9dVaaWVzzZxFgt4zSk/s400/DSC_0028.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here's the boy - cute as ever with his little cake at the Putt Putt golf course. We gave him a party with his little friends to play golf. It was a hit - Star Wars + Putt Putt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBwqlLAgVQ9pGfh2IMtDABdO9AiFQTUfPJAUXQjlqJ-gH4Ig8Blo6t3nNCcSFG2gYm9kAdKzt_wxWeVLIn7GIakgTtk8X7ZtvaK0md3l_jgg9dDHb30a0Hj-KTkD18KGGOOZdCWcW7TRM/s400/DSC_0019.JPG" width="400" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My girl just turned 9 years old - so hard to believe! The angel on her cake, was mine. I have a collection of them (Josef Originals) from ages 1-18. Well... the #8 is missing in action. I'm suspecting she is partying it up in the attic somewhere with GI Joe, but that hasn't been confirmed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ep6fjPA5Rh8TIAFclgV_Oeq-mHnZT9FjU3UWr3_3Z2S6Rxe1mnkQd5JZ-I-ccahCcd5e_K8gZ-WHep7kI3UnuKXmWrIeUceTf6-iogHz1o6YRsCC90ZOgGcDqNoQ2QhY7aUSmPH8FFk/s1600/DSC_0001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ep6fjPA5Rh8TIAFclgV_Oeq-mHnZT9FjU3UWr3_3Z2S6Rxe1mnkQd5JZ-I-ccahCcd5e_K8gZ-WHep7kI3UnuKXmWrIeUceTf6-iogHz1o6YRsCC90ZOgGcDqNoQ2QhY7aUSmPH8FFk/s400/DSC_0001.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Back to school for my sweet girl - 3rd grade this year.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.sofarsounds.com/">Sofar Sounds</a> or Songs from a Room is a movement which began in 2009. It brings music lovers together in an intimate setting, often a secret living room location. The artists are able to play to a group of people who are there truly to listen to and appreciate the music. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sofarsounds?sk=info">Check out their website for more information</a>. The Sofar Sounds movement has gone global with shows happening worldwide. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can also log onto the <a href="http://www.livestream.com/sofarsounds">Live Stream to view previous shows</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The first <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SofarDFW">Dallas Sofar Sounds</a> event took place on September 10th and included the following musical artists:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You love handmade, and what's not to love about Texas, right? (</span>let's not get started on the heat..... many other things to love about the Lone Star State!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Check out this site -<a href="http://www.handmadeintx.com/2011/09/lone-star-showcase-4.html"> Handmade in Texas</a> - Showcasing handmade arts & crafts from all over the great state of Texas.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ8hna6tAQpNR5AYxHpK9LzJC3VDoMS4QIObM1X_3WbhPH4X_416o9Pnsjfp2-FpGVnsj3EnxEteMXIBWMN7lwzZVovXhlsseP_3YfqmQNTRYdciam40jN-6ZPCgbMHPRktIMNJL3K4KQ/s1600/DSC_0072.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ8hna6tAQpNR5AYxHpK9LzJC3VDoMS4QIObM1X_3WbhPH4X_416o9Pnsjfp2-FpGVnsj3EnxEteMXIBWMN7lwzZVovXhlsseP_3YfqmQNTRYdciam40jN-6ZPCgbMHPRktIMNJL3K4KQ/s320/DSC_0072.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I've just linked up my Retro Hippie Chic Steering Wheel Cover to this site. This cover is so cool because it is made from some awesome olive green and gold 70's bark clothe and handmade crochet trim. Perfect for cruisin' down the road this fall!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</span></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-90451702416437424662011-09-11T12:58:00.000-05:002011-09-11T12:58:32.105-05:00Never Forget. God Bless America<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjodlIDQE3f1sR_WZlOJQluRHLprxlh2w_3sjk88hAu9uqrE97iKLsARcPvmWo3nJTlQGC1OyKnMf8gmItJAnw6h1Lnt6RfRmIIejke-EXNvlxUg6rnK0NU72-DwCho1KiWwqqY_3b8uac/s1600/saupload_63384_11_7_2007_2_26_38_am___iwo_9_11_final.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjodlIDQE3f1sR_WZlOJQluRHLprxlh2w_3sjk88hAu9uqrE97iKLsARcPvmWo3nJTlQGC1OyKnMf8gmItJAnw6h1Lnt6RfRmIIejke-EXNvlxUg6rnK0NU72-DwCho1KiWwqqY_3b8uac/s640/saupload_63384_11_7_2007_2_26_38_am___iwo_9_11_final.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Never Forget. God Bless America.</span></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-55395268089982593202011-08-20T14:33:00.000-05:002011-08-20T14:33:34.049-05:00Rhubarb Custard Pie - or, my little oasis of Heaven<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCw8l37DK-q0Vpjg45uZCIzHiQgX-AYPI28xL_VfciX6egH_g541suO_0K_NPvKn9xT5VGo3_n0zxxmNTMVDkEf9Qo3WWr0Z4cNIQYufZ_HnKdnUyYcntua1ODLp57cJSv0TFkIPTKTU/s1600/DSC_0326.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCw8l37DK-q0Vpjg45uZCIzHiQgX-AYPI28xL_VfciX6egH_g541suO_0K_NPvKn9xT5VGo3_n0zxxmNTMVDkEf9Qo3WWr0Z4cNIQYufZ_HnKdnUyYcntua1ODLp57cJSv0TFkIPTKTU/s400/DSC_0326.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Since my love of rhubarb knows no bounds, I have to share this recipe which I found in the depths of my mother's 1960 recipe box, along with about 50 other recipes that involve rhubarb. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love this recipe because #1 - it's really pretty simple to make (especially with the invention of the pre-made Pillsbury pie crusts) and #2 - the custard/rhubarb combination is heavenly. Rhubarb by itself is pretty sour, and generally you need to add a good amount of sugar. This recipe however, isn't too sicky sweet - it's perfection!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So, here is a picture of the recipe that I was facing. I'm going to pare it down for you and make it less complicated than what you see here. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_BmFJF3feO3qdOP5s9OSrnMkGWwfPDSHwJVKWyIBXR3FYG770siU6bsOJI88XgFtGGobgYsyFXzAb6ooFN02K4TZYJIMOMj_tuQRdXVKKfwkC1cKJsKGaSb0_OjNdzG6c5ha6RfTvb3c/s1600/DSC_0315.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_BmFJF3feO3qdOP5s9OSrnMkGWwfPDSHwJVKWyIBXR3FYG770siU6bsOJI88XgFtGGobgYsyFXzAb6ooFN02K4TZYJIMOMj_tuQRdXVKKfwkC1cKJsKGaSb0_OjNdzG6c5ha6RfTvb3c/s400/DSC_0315.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</u></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 Pillsbury Pie crust</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">3 large eggs</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 1/3 cup sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">7 TB cornstarch</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/8 tsp salt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">2 cups skim milk</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 tsp vanilla</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 1/4 lb rhubarb, diced</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/4 cp water</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/4 tsp cream of tartar</div><br />
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1. Prepare the pie crust according to the package directions. I used a metal pie pan, but any will do. Bake it at 350 for about 10-15 minutes until it's golden. Cool completely on a rack.<br />
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2. Now for the Custard (not hard!)<br />
Separate the eggs (save the whites for the meringue at the end). Place the yolks into a saucepan. With a wire whisk, beat 1/2 cup of the sugar, 4 TB of the cornstarch, and the salt into the egg yolks until smooth. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon until the mixture thickens and it comes to a boil - which will be about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Pour on top of your cooled pie crust and set it aside.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. Now on the the rhubarb filling:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> In a 2 quart saucepan, heat the diced rhubarb and 1/4 cup of water over medium heat and bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of sugar and the remaining 3 TB of cornstarch. Stir into the rhubarb and heat again to boiling. Cook, stirring constantly until the rhubarb is just tender and the mixture is thick and clear. Pour over the custard which is sitting patiently on top of your pie crust. Now onto the meringue topping!</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">*We are taking a little pause here* I just had to show you all this container of Cream of Tartar. This is what I found in my mother's cupboard - I think it's got to be from the 1960's - does cream of tartar ever go bad??? Well - I used it! and I'm still alive - pie turned out wonderful - so, I'm guessing not. ha.</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. Now to make the meringue topping. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Heat your oven to 350 degrees. Add cream of tartar to your egg whites in a large bowl. Beat them on high until stiff peaks begin to form. Beat in the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar. Spoon the meringue over the filling and bake for 12-15 minutes until browned.</div><br />
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RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-2561837543914356262011-08-11T10:07:00.004-05:002011-08-17T16:53:14.597-05:00Ready for a Road Trip? Retro Style!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I love road trips - especially the kind that involve <a href="http://www.sambradley.com/details/">rockin' music</a>, (</span>might I suggest a little <a href="http://www.sambradley.com/details/">Sam Bradley</a> anyone?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">) good friends and the anticipation of discovery!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So - I decided to expand the retro goodness beyond your standard </span><a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">steering wheel cover</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> (because everyone already has one of those, right? (no? well then....).</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In honor of my sister's birthday a few weeks ago (yep, I like to extend the birthday celebrations and send gifts after the actual celebratory day - you know, just to spread out the love</span> (maybe a smidgen b/c I'm a scattered brained mom too, but don't tell her! Second thought - she'd totally understand. She's running her own <a href="http://atonagelphotography.blogspot.com/">amazing photography business </a>& chasing 3 little ones around too - so, I digress....) <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">back to the goods!)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Here you have </span><a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Whoopsie Daisies</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> luggage tags and handle cover! Because you never want your luggage to look like everyone else's! </span>(Just ignore the fact that if you're lugging around this huge, heavy vintage suitcase, no one in the airport is going to have one like it anyway - makes for a cute picture tho, huh?)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> In all seriousness though - I do love these. I'm always wrapping bright ribbon around the handles of my boring black suitcase when we fly, so that I can easily spot my bag coming down the luggage ramp. I'll be making a ton more of these for sure! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJVGL6eJywj-R8z0EyWaa2A5VfMdG4fSA_4FY9hGrLKYHDY8zigKIGIim78ObWNFXJGnrmrNgRRUPnzBETjwER1bKEzfMwZcSuWhGX8Ohk5lRY5mpRNOL_E-Fi4MibqBGhnD6lClv-f6c/s1600/DSC_0083.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJVGL6eJywj-R8z0EyWaa2A5VfMdG4fSA_4FY9hGrLKYHDY8zigKIGIim78ObWNFXJGnrmrNgRRUPnzBETjwER1bKEzfMwZcSuWhGX8Ohk5lRY5mpRNOL_E-Fi4MibqBGhnD6lClv-f6c/s400/DSC_0083.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-24960319546087951452011-08-05T08:44:00.000-05:002011-08-05T08:44:09.425-05:00Plain and Fancy Antiques<div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">My parent's have an antique shop in Northwest Indiana called Plain and Fancy Antiques. (I'd give you the "link", but there isn't one. I'm still training them on reading/answering their e-mail!) However, they have been in business for over 25 years - so they do know their stuff! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I took some pictures of some of my favorite items in the shop this summer - hope you enjoy!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXrnjnia7g5w8DBdelExLW85JUD4m38clMVtRq0RzEY7CVqOeMkCCNxaJhHFK5CiLY6C5Fq77Q_zQP0a3T2ACwXCEbj00dWr9EAbUegiHSZabxP1RENg55F3lMo7JKwhKAsMkN-MUk_4M/s1600/DSC_0179.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXrnjnia7g5w8DBdelExLW85JUD4m38clMVtRq0RzEY7CVqOeMkCCNxaJhHFK5CiLY6C5Fq77Q_zQP0a3T2ACwXCEbj00dWr9EAbUegiHSZabxP1RENg55F3lMo7JKwhKAsMkN-MUk_4M/s400/DSC_0179.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I'm loving these old coolers - according to Mom, they work better than the new ones - go figure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnoVz5XkPkFIPLeOEbLXxxp4-XwDQwrjq5cX1mxj62dhyglfNZnNEvKRZutCRdb0c6l1Ssdxq2v2fqLBr1wZjHowUoW1hqsigm8mfPgp_FO_NLnlj-LXEk890sR3V6DEVigGvJACGG4Pk/s1600/DSC_0180.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnoVz5XkPkFIPLeOEbLXxxp4-XwDQwrjq5cX1mxj62dhyglfNZnNEvKRZutCRdb0c6l1Ssdxq2v2fqLBr1wZjHowUoW1hqsigm8mfPgp_FO_NLnlj-LXEk890sR3V6DEVigGvJACGG4Pk/s400/DSC_0180.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This little painted trash can has a lever to open it with your foot - how cute?!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQbaEClg15ydVTrvrrxDH3lKPLzr76c0X46uBjJ7hwCFNu0Pkvw4y-3ge7ut2pd-WeecbQeRd3HhNBd7gXzQqSzTAZfO_GQDBNxymYKN_vf6Q64ouPFO02r6ciu3A8lqAMhJ9bzAzBAM/s1600/DSC_0181.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQbaEClg15ydVTrvrrxDH3lKPLzr76c0X46uBjJ7hwCFNu0Pkvw4y-3ge7ut2pd-WeecbQeRd3HhNBd7gXzQqSzTAZfO_GQDBNxymYKN_vf6Q64ouPFO02r6ciu3A8lqAMhJ9bzAzBAM/s400/DSC_0181.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What a great cabinet, huh?? It's huge!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRMM_rX6eAvJdEln-RgjGr4ldJDvMCroOJ7N1VRQiiml2ZuYMJTii7CiEN7WBeDrcuJCXqdp418yK088u-5d6kgNZgNk0OV-8SdyngndSaTrXW7yuKQPQ1GoK-yDhV19HcOG6AEuvEdU/s1600/DSC_0183.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRMM_rX6eAvJdEln-RgjGr4ldJDvMCroOJ7N1VRQiiml2ZuYMJTii7CiEN7WBeDrcuJCXqdp418yK088u-5d6kgNZgNk0OV-8SdyngndSaTrXW7yuKQPQ1GoK-yDhV19HcOG6AEuvEdU/s400/DSC_0183.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is just such a cool retro lamp - </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLIyZTg7NeZv9lomG3_18a_L32uOEBhIT8E8cBDLao4H8LrQjNO1DPEG6qpk8hn9QhoHzKbT19aGre3eW3U1u2re5bs23Im93-hXc2bSRCUVFo3wwcwUkSYIwi-tbizLzjY2ZWsDOfjGM/s1600/DSC_0182.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLIyZTg7NeZv9lomG3_18a_L32uOEBhIT8E8cBDLao4H8LrQjNO1DPEG6qpk8hn9QhoHzKbT19aGre3eW3U1u2re5bs23Im93-hXc2bSRCUVFo3wwcwUkSYIwi-tbizLzjY2ZWsDOfjGM/s400/DSC_0182.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What I really liked here were the flower pictures - </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZkB-FK6oKdU-27X6NZgyMmyMMJhsaXnI63EyWBZqkI8BLh30142v9x4bkbcswGP54wXSxqFLrvZyiZU5SyCKw6JkTFhxOWWUJQZ4V6S9ZKZzbzH0ldMD9aSAiYJTNv3iDgopy7q56lc/s1600/DSC_0184.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZkB-FK6oKdU-27X6NZgyMmyMMJhsaXnI63EyWBZqkI8BLh30142v9x4bkbcswGP54wXSxqFLrvZyiZU5SyCKw6JkTFhxOWWUJQZ4V6S9ZKZzbzH0ldMD9aSAiYJTNv3iDgopy7q56lc/s400/DSC_0184.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The color of this table and cabinet is such a wonderful mustard yellow - makes me think fall, and canning....... (please FALL! Come to TEXAS! This heat is making me crazy!!)</div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-78681418527899156472011-08-02T10:04:00.001-05:002011-08-02T10:05:14.667-05:00Rhubarb Recipes: Rhubarb Bread<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Since Rhubarb is a bit rare where I live in Texas, I thought I'd share with you a few recipes that I tried while visiting my family in Indiana. </span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> This one for Rhubarb Bread is extremely simple! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAKIWvllC1CsZ97fyFhbphRoQ3-p2rQEUc9MMd6DQjHa18c4948uwMox11MzXECYg6TrmLeFaVNC9VGOaBXG1_bZ94vfy5pC4XO_CvGSsxuMA5MrGvWCKGVUT1XYdkki8GA6aP13b04vY/s1600/DSC_0117.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAKIWvllC1CsZ97fyFhbphRoQ3-p2rQEUc9MMd6DQjHa18c4948uwMox11MzXECYg6TrmLeFaVNC9VGOaBXG1_bZ94vfy5pC4XO_CvGSsxuMA5MrGvWCKGVUT1XYdkki8GA6aP13b04vY/s400/DSC_0117.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">The rhubarb I used, came straight from my mom's garden - if you're using fresh like this, you'll want to be sure to cut the leaves off and discard them (they are poisonous). Then, you need to wash the stems and remove the ends before you start in with your recipe.</span><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">So, here we go: </div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Rhubarb Bread</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2 1/2 cups flour</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1 tsp soda</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1 tsp salt</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1 1/2 cups brown sugar</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1 egg</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2/3 cup oil</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1/2 tsp vanilla</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1 cup buttermilk</span> (I use powdered buttermilk & just keep it stored in the fridge. You can also mix a TB of vinegar to a cup of milk if you're in a pinch)</div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2 cups diced rhubarb</span> (I'd suggest using 3 cups)<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Topping:</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Sugar/Cinnamon</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1. Stir together the dry ingredients. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlh_HPUQyysBXkzAO0Tzs2O7fnBp29AYUKWZxEh3zBWXAD1LjoS_rCnX9B9UTHbrtN13pH1_LGUWvN1Xaj4UdcVxJ6OSPRMTOB_iIn3DnPOpz_F76jy7rYp9O-qP3volL-0APFvbtl8w4/s1600/DSC_0129.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlh_HPUQyysBXkzAO0Tzs2O7fnBp29AYUKWZxEh3zBWXAD1LjoS_rCnX9B9UTHbrtN13pH1_LGUWvN1Xaj4UdcVxJ6OSPRMTOB_iIn3DnPOpz_F76jy7rYp9O-qP3volL-0APFvbtl8w4/s400/DSC_0129.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2. Beat liquid ingredients.</span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggLaRdSHuYsfx2kwWVg9llgytDTqPyAUAH2fgJrcrHfyNmoTyxdZGDHFYgEqnpiaul9m0P7InrUB_DxsilMUx_Qwq1syNfTEAo0VUU_G_mU0TCWGiNSQsUNcKnBBjbJEDtGUMhFbaa3is/s1600/DSC_0130.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggLaRdSHuYsfx2kwWVg9llgytDTqPyAUAH2fgJrcrHfyNmoTyxdZGDHFYgEqnpiaul9m0P7InrUB_DxsilMUx_Qwq1syNfTEAo0VUU_G_mU0TCWGiNSQsUNcKnBBjbJEDtGUMhFbaa3is/s400/DSC_0130.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">3. Make well in dry ingredients, pour in liquid and stir until just blended. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCSaJcjKAbh1D01eagXNitnf2H9NERbz3owiA9dzt-CMbRcbC0r_3TYX0vAX-uI05V2QKXqT_1h8lhxstMWtO2-IPRWLmQ2VOkpmsJ_nXCH0Vsa6rvAWnyunBMedu5-4vljE_PAcF2JxY/s1600/DSC_0131.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCSaJcjKAbh1D01eagXNitnf2H9NERbz3owiA9dzt-CMbRcbC0r_3TYX0vAX-uI05V2QKXqT_1h8lhxstMWtO2-IPRWLmQ2VOkpmsJ_nXCH0Vsa6rvAWnyunBMedu5-4vljE_PAcF2JxY/s400/DSC_0131.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">4. Stir in rhubarb. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinh2aguwPKalfOUYH2-mNRNHNf_PM2_eBxpwEksIzsiC5joUEP5aMQtgi4fq5KSfICNwav7iQWv9xEjPtWZa7UzRYaO64EjXjqITulFwbGgYgPEfwolaV-P4piYkr7kGR_NwaXgicbfgo/s1600/DSC_0134.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinh2aguwPKalfOUYH2-mNRNHNf_PM2_eBxpwEksIzsiC5joUEP5aMQtgi4fq5KSfICNwav7iQWv9xEjPtWZa7UzRYaO64EjXjqITulFwbGgYgPEfwolaV-P4piYkr7kGR_NwaXgicbfgo/s400/DSC_0134.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">5. Pour into two 8x4 inch pans. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_BWSqtmz9J7cT0oHxcnaQpBAQygz5keCc2DaDRQy83dT1uvKnllYDj7mZflqv-N_W7rElMXA9PCbFfypQjfN3P1ODYSeComDqfHEjK0eur02nxI4q_DkQfjCKU4I9oPz_IwHRvrFNrdQ/s1600/DSC_0136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_BWSqtmz9J7cT0oHxcnaQpBAQygz5keCc2DaDRQy83dT1uvKnllYDj7mZflqv-N_W7rElMXA9PCbFfypQjfN3P1ODYSeComDqfHEjK0eur02nxI4q_DkQfjCKU4I9oPz_IwHRvrFNrdQ/s400/DSC_0136.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">6. Top with sugar and cinnamon. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiISvf-DWEXt0nbAexe3d7RPMugHv99A0xMeAeM0YWM65p-69lI3Qkdsf47AaNME68COOhTk6U5jkEuuv0whwNFNtMMqjA5aId0_blncSxMgown7cPw44fTAGhEzq1q01bqlu4z8XwvYSo/s1600/DSC_0139.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiISvf-DWEXt0nbAexe3d7RPMugHv99A0xMeAeM0YWM65p-69lI3Qkdsf47AaNME68COOhTk6U5jkEuuv0whwNFNtMMqjA5aId0_blncSxMgown7cPw44fTAGhEzq1q01bqlu4z8XwvYSo/s400/DSC_0139.JPG" width="400" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Y_piwozs4-WtWVBA90pS1bPJ3S9STh79mHRUNJ2brMNAEFEQNnS8DJ1FUkNA-zIKBxfxijuTD0G56jYnaBL_IQegXARzyIGpfAmf7VbjqTk-AuaLvoPfd_HWkUCOBchgxNZ22_rWy4w/s1600/DSC_0138.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_Y_piwozs4-WtWVBA90pS1bPJ3S9STh79mHRUNJ2brMNAEFEQNnS8DJ1FUkNA-zIKBxfxijuTD0G56jYnaBL_IQegXARzyIGpfAmf7VbjqTk-AuaLvoPfd_HWkUCOBchgxNZ22_rWy4w/s400/DSC_0138.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">7. Bake at 325 degrees for 60 minutes. </span> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxSCv8iEjqWsNIKlIuW7p5W0kYhuFfQBvgHmFbptnSL1ViUFRy38i9EBIACu4bG81LhfPRwFm2U-5v-u09PFYmeDTnftBfWeeW5BxKh_9yzddEFvFGuHAzje_7NgNy_TF2AvRFvNojGQI/s1600/DSC_0135.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxSCv8iEjqWsNIKlIuW7p5W0kYhuFfQBvgHmFbptnSL1ViUFRy38i9EBIACu4bG81LhfPRwFm2U-5v-u09PFYmeDTnftBfWeeW5BxKh_9yzddEFvFGuHAzje_7NgNy_TF2AvRFvNojGQI/s400/DSC_0135.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Eat, and Enjoy! (I'd suggest a cup of steaming coffee as an accompaniment!) It's very much like a coffee cake -</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9O42E9SLezFNDRTz-UTnynkPNXs5DjDSCDh5NiNNpux9iQ2pbd9Jsuq4Hh353RouZR58neolnXB-Jtdas5635vT2lx8Mc0LP9pPij11woWmGIAiyuhVHRzwd0kTSRLCOUsJIRr3HOE0s/s1600/DSC_0140.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9O42E9SLezFNDRTz-UTnynkPNXs5DjDSCDh5NiNNpux9iQ2pbd9Jsuq4Hh353RouZR58neolnXB-Jtdas5635vT2lx8Mc0LP9pPij11woWmGIAiyuhVHRzwd0kTSRLCOUsJIRr3HOE0s/s400/DSC_0140.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8bARgiVYmPv8cVOtiGEMBkqLAVRYHyoxLZ6KhlLNkfqFXkKyyEZzEadfPgkVAQ6LTXWMnz77J5IY-T6gNbLd_01-Ar3WfWe9kpShi6H183vEPpM47WO8t5XJUm59qNoL8C5dXsHdwrVI/s1600/DSC_0149.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8bARgiVYmPv8cVOtiGEMBkqLAVRYHyoxLZ6KhlLNkfqFXkKyyEZzEadfPgkVAQ6LTXWMnz77J5IY-T6gNbLd_01-Ar3WfWe9kpShi6H183vEPpM47WO8t5XJUm59qNoL8C5dXsHdwrVI/s400/DSC_0149.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">See the bits of rhubarb? See why I wanted to add more? </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Next up: </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Strawberry Rhubarb Pie</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQitxA1Gt1KrwDTw0iQyLDQOTyind38qkpsrZbOAaRlnVY2Zu8LKJLrEAIyiJ1ziPB5miQsDo_cVHFdmTH9AYkLEltFL0Wx5ux3wMmhUtReXWgjEaz71SylYWhCbQyuSSBGpf7JCQifOE/s1600/IMG_0753.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQitxA1Gt1KrwDTw0iQyLDQOTyind38qkpsrZbOAaRlnVY2Zu8LKJLrEAIyiJ1ziPB5miQsDo_cVHFdmTH9AYkLEltFL0Wx5ux3wMmhUtReXWgjEaz71SylYWhCbQyuSSBGpf7JCQifOE/s320/IMG_0753.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">And, Rhubarb Custard Pie (my fav!)</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWFXXk0qhyUyX2Va50sCj6Il3RaOPJ2Ly9FeMFgj84JFihD9drit9rKsV5bb-CvzphoNYbIMO47-0Wnq5QKCfYs-1sv4mPn54p5q1-w_l4NrKjZBVcmwGtCig6vwod7t5W2Ih4mNQb3k/s1600/DSC_0326.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWFXXk0qhyUyX2Va50sCj6Il3RaOPJ2Ly9FeMFgj84JFihD9drit9rKsV5bb-CvzphoNYbIMO47-0Wnq5QKCfYs-1sv4mPn54p5q1-w_l4NrKjZBVcmwGtCig6vwod7t5W2Ih4mNQb3k/s400/DSC_0326.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Don't forget to find <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Whoopsie Daisies</a> on <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/RetroLeeTX">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Whoopsie-Daisies/98014091932">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Etsy</a>! Thanks for reading....(off to refill my coffee cup.......)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I'd love to hear any questions or comments you might have about this recipe!</span></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-60759003335727257732011-07-29T12:29:00.000-05:002011-07-29T12:29:44.262-05:00Scenes from Indiana<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">These aren't the best quality photos, but they were all taken using my phone during our visit to Indiana the last several weeks. I thought they gave a good snippet of what our time spent there was like. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNBbMXI-bsdDWG_NxHsHPHFPaRNbjUaSUMin1KBJ26-DvdqCTgLZxnreYblQhuoz-s10FY4Uxj6mKi73MJUk2lGUTIsfw7cVpDoEwqrv7O3FqVaXJ2eLoLJJEIrMce-d7v9bdfqbNqR9M/s1600/IMG_0821.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNBbMXI-bsdDWG_NxHsHPHFPaRNbjUaSUMin1KBJ26-DvdqCTgLZxnreYblQhuoz-s10FY4Uxj6mKi73MJUk2lGUTIsfw7cVpDoEwqrv7O3FqVaXJ2eLoLJJEIrMce-d7v9bdfqbNqR9M/s320/IMG_0821.JPG" width="320" /></a></div> The kids got to meet "Honey" - the newest addition to the household at my parent's place...... we all fell in love with her. She is a rescue animal - which makes the story so much better. My parents had been looking for a pony for the grandkids, and while standing in a checkout line at the local nursery, my mother was overheard mentioning that she was looking for a pony. The lady behind her happened to work for the local Humane Society and mentioned that they had just acquired a pony that needed a new home. We are all just so pleased with her - she a little sweetheart. Wish I could have put her in my pocket and brought her back to Texas!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBd0R0jgeyAJcLyjuMYd3mVOkyVNrn9AjO0k6aXDd12b_sAMIzzITXqDt0U4NYH1WY7BeKwsJFFBjQLhe4JI1JXttfIOtWDap1d1PZawvZINytOtac6bKbTyWYPSaiuLIFBQQtBKXP8_A/s1600/IMG_0753.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBd0R0jgeyAJcLyjuMYd3mVOkyVNrn9AjO0k6aXDd12b_sAMIzzITXqDt0U4NYH1WY7BeKwsJFFBjQLhe4JI1JXttfIOtWDap1d1PZawvZINytOtac6bKbTyWYPSaiuLIFBQQtBKXP8_A/s400/IMG_0753.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie - do I need to say more??? (Rhubarb recipes to follow in later posts.....)</div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb-0a8VTryC_C0cWprXRs-pzuPpTmL_6Q8f_sh0F5Lub5hIHRW0JlU7U2Qga7MQrthF8zbtegXPDtqZfFOkX3lJeR1yePKh2oMhRmiDMKuY1hUlU_Kevp7OAeQ2R4Vz2ZcjXKWkMzAjSo/s1600/IMG_0802.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb-0a8VTryC_C0cWprXRs-pzuPpTmL_6Q8f_sh0F5Lub5hIHRW0JlU7U2Qga7MQrthF8zbtegXPDtqZfFOkX3lJeR1yePKh2oMhRmiDMKuY1hUlU_Kevp7OAeQ2R4Vz2ZcjXKWkMzAjSo/s400/IMG_0802.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is the front of the Log Cabin at the LaPorte County Pioneer Land. We spent A LOT of time here during Fair Week. That's my son in the front (all blurry) playing a game of washers. Both of my parents, (and this year myself included) volunteer their time to support this project. My kids absolutely love hanging out on the front porch, playing with all of the wooden toys and playing the part of "pioneer kids"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN0vcIWRXc8XmG3RxSTu-onTnzqN20ocz9EuTOgk_-vZgjDwxNftBuEY4m_cL-64k1hdLAbRg3_9I9yO9Dy1_EHgNmow4P5sSDyhYiq7j056BOVv8JYEcUasUwS-rZYovKUZNO4CbiC0k/s1600/IMG_0789.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN0vcIWRXc8XmG3RxSTu-onTnzqN20ocz9EuTOgk_-vZgjDwxNftBuEY4m_cL-64k1hdLAbRg3_9I9yO9Dy1_EHgNmow4P5sSDyhYiq7j056BOVv8JYEcUasUwS-rZYovKUZNO4CbiC0k/s400/IMG_0789.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is me...... "Pioneer Woman" ;) </div><br />
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<div style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">I've sort of just stumbled along with my graphics/banners/business cards since starting my business in 2005. However, I could have never created anything like this on my own - totally worth the money! </span></span></div><div style="font-size: medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><a href="http://vcgraphicdesigns.blogspot.com/">Stacy's blog</a> is full of lots of useful information for those projects you want to tackle on your own too - she's just a fountain of knowledge, that girl!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 16px;">I specialize in ONE OF A KIND Business branding packages for the handmade business. The pricing on my one of a kind etsy shops can be reduced if you are not interested in all of the elements, or you can add elements to any of the shop sets. You can find my portfolio on my facebook fan Page. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vampire-Craftin/168806933169687. I am also a Etsy 817 team member.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 16px;"> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 16px;">Check out my blog. It is a HOW to blog about graphic design for the handmade business. http://vcgraphicdesigns.blogspot.com/</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
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</div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Are you planning a road trip this summer? Or just want to cruise in style? Well.... how about a Rearview Mirror "cozy"? Rearview Mirror "wrap"? Rearview Mirror "cover"? Rearview Mirror "Snuggy"? (bet that one wouldn't fly... thinking that name has been taken already and goodness knows I'd hate to snag someone else's name!) Not sure what to call them yet.... But thinking they look pretty stinkin cute with these awesome Steering Wheel "covers, cozies, wraps, thing-a-ma-blips".</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Anywho - you can find them </span><a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">HERE </span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">for your purchasing pleasure.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">That's it for now - can't believe it's been a month since my last post. Summer is upon us and with that comes Theatre Camp, Soccer Camp, Vacation Bible School, Swim Lessons, and Tennis Camp - all in the month of June. Maybe I've over scheduled - but let me tell you - it's not a piece of cake keeping two kiddies entertained (or contained) during 103 degree Texas heat. I'm about ready to take a spoon from the kitchen and dig myself a swimming pool out back but the hubs is against that idea for some reason?</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Next month it's off to Indiana to visit grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, a new pony and the county fair which is always a huge hit with my kids.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Til' we chat again.......</span>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-51449411931728133562011-05-23T18:48:00.000-05:002011-05-23T18:48:36.049-05:00French Lavender SachetsLike many of you, I can't stand throwing away any "usable" (pretty loose, negotiable term in my sewing room!) piece of fabric. Particularly those that are most vintage-y and retro-y. I can't remember why, but for some reason, I decided to go on a hunt for dried lavender so that I could make sachets from my little teensie tiny pieces. I also decided to quilt pieces together using 3x3" squares - I like the looks of them quilted, but also - I can use up pieces of fabric that are 3x3"! (pretty small) - you would think that I could then throw away those bits that are smaller, right? Hmmm.... well - we'll see. (that's what I say to my kids when what I really mean is "No").<br />
I wound up purchasing from an <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/PoPkO?ref=seller_info">Etsy seller - PopKo</a> - and I love this stuff! I've made several sets of sachets and plan to list them in my <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Whoopsie Daisies shop </a>as well as give them as gifts. I've also realized that they are great in the dryer, leaving clothes with a soft lavender scent (not the chemically scents from regular dryer sheets).<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGJU-XJlm43-B1XPmkhW-sbSBP1DVSX1p81B6rnN9Udklb_hr-aBj1JjukJL-hUOGlyKO8Us8YWXOBCaMx0_QuFH_KyGfZ_iyi6MTY8lFQ6rVFvoWw_a29t70wGch34DfrBN2691xm5sE/s1600/DSC_0046.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGJU-XJlm43-B1XPmkhW-sbSBP1DVSX1p81B6rnN9Udklb_hr-aBj1JjukJL-hUOGlyKO8Us8YWXOBCaMx0_QuFH_KyGfZ_iyi6MTY8lFQ6rVFvoWw_a29t70wGch34DfrBN2691xm5sE/s400/DSC_0046.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>So, now my radar is on anything "lavender" scented. My Yoga instructor uses the most calming combination of lavender and mint oil that I'd love to have in my nostrils all day long. Still looking for a good lavender candle, but haven't found one yet.RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-17595416295398459292011-05-17T14:23:00.003-05:002011-05-17T14:26:05.628-05:00Stamped Vintage Spoons Teacher's Gifts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjARcFnGdQ8b6BzoR6H6ud-JV_RHuX-LeK2gK_PcUTGMVjhd7W6dTG3jRPDflT_hBM_lqcnVc7-0XDPE9NeVLPkiY42U0ULsqgm1i5PQHFIzfOkpnXQtCqlziZaewPsZVDFvzuaoae7EaE/s1600/DSC_0005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjARcFnGdQ8b6BzoR6H6ud-JV_RHuX-LeK2gK_PcUTGMVjhd7W6dTG3jRPDflT_hBM_lqcnVc7-0XDPE9NeVLPkiY42U0ULsqgm1i5PQHFIzfOkpnXQtCqlziZaewPsZVDFvzuaoae7EaE/s400/DSC_0005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>I<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">'m so excited - in my procrastination I think I've actually come up with a cute, original year end Teacher's Gift. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I had purchased these spoons back in December at an antique mall, thinking that I would attempt to stamp sayings, or names on them for Christmas gifts, but soon realized that my time had run out. And - I was chicken to start whacking on these pretty little spoons. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">For some reason I got the courage today to just jump in and try it. I think they turned out pretty good, for my first ever attempt. The key, I discovered, is to really whack them hard! and... to do it with a towel on the drive way instead of the wooden workbench (which is way to soft).</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So - </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">here we have the finished product: A gift card to the local ice cream parlor, 2 ice cream dishes, a thing of sprinkles and one silver plate spoon with the words "Ice Cream". Ta Da!</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4Gilhyphenhyphen-rAe0xpdvVR0VhAzoQctKZttXLnkXzqJOt_QcDCUfWuqYwHwgEjW5HGu4xlgWQGMavS0m5jRh_W9HDTRgKeRUOkt3wzX3AHLYAg1eLTzvcyfgsLukpwW-trO372HI3LniyhnI/s1600/DSC_0010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM4Gilhyphenhyphen-rAe0xpdvVR0VhAzoQctKZttXLnkXzqJOt_QcDCUfWuqYwHwgEjW5HGu4xlgWQGMavS0m5jRh_W9HDTRgKeRUOkt3wzX3AHLYAg1eLTzvcyfgsLukpwW-trO372HI3LniyhnI/s400/DSC_0010.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Can't wait to get back to the thrift store and snag some more cheap (this time!) metal silverware in order to make garden herb markers. It's fun to WHACK stuff!</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I read this <a href="http://www.windowledgearts.com/2010/05/spoon-herb-markers.html">blog post at Window Ledge Arts</a> before attempting the whacking process - you might want to check it out too!</span>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-22593768163848563832011-05-17T09:03:00.001-05:002011-06-26T16:28:04.850-05:00Oh, the Places You'll Go<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYMly8yk23KfV5hEhGqcsrth1wISlMapAnMpmLf16-SkIiUeAGLruM4QYqivFl2_dxgnk8FJbqtQTb3lplvCKzAlaYKxwnnIg9XOUl49jRhvOk9GqEPMbGRJtB-cNqYxhlUyWKP70B6_s/s1600/DSC_0033.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYMly8yk23KfV5hEhGqcsrth1wISlMapAnMpmLf16-SkIiUeAGLruM4QYqivFl2_dxgnk8FJbqtQTb3lplvCKzAlaYKxwnnIg9XOUl49jRhvOk9GqEPMbGRJtB-cNqYxhlUyWKP70B6_s/s400/DSC_0033.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEUmJRf7QWVGwq2aCUqvoD57MieH1kLOxT5w8r010dPkd1U44eAAAZdBebnKo-W7xXqGMVTWnaCUSOF_JX1Ib8buvRu7gZnJnX3CwMQ0KI1CGNVjsF97AXSkEjIYkeNiEv-chw43SCIs/s1600/DSC_0025.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEUmJRf7QWVGwq2aCUqvoD57MieH1kLOxT5w8r010dPkd1U44eAAAZdBebnKo-W7xXqGMVTWnaCUSOF_JX1Ib8buvRu7gZnJnX3CwMQ0KI1CGNVjsF97AXSkEjIYkeNiEv-chw43SCIs/s400/DSC_0025.jpg" width="267" /></a></div>So, I'm curious about a reaction! I've noticed steering wheel covers for sale in different places none of them had that funky vintage vibe - so I decided to try some myself. What do you think??<br />
I realize that the "Infiniti Sedan" doesn't make for the best photo, but it's not like I have a lot of cars at my disposal for picture taking. <br />
So, list in the <a href="http://www.whoopsiedaisies.etsy.com/">Etsy shop</a>? Or.... no?<br />
You can even head over to the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Whoopsie-Daisies/98014091932">Whoopsie Daisies facebook</a> page and Vote - thanks!!RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-3489394463314852082011-05-09T21:50:00.003-05:002011-05-09T22:02:19.402-05:00Still Here......<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Hi Everybody! Still here...... just seriously hit a "blog block". Feeling very little motivation to blog lately. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">I'm hoping to upload some pictures of projects I've been working on - one in particular that I would love hear your opinions (I'm in the gypsy-hippie mood!) </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Here's my life in a nutshell:</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">1. Running kids to school</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">2. Running kids to ball practice</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">3. Running kids to ball games</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">4. Running into the grocery store to feed hungry ball playing kids</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">5. Cleaning up dog poo and spew. Nasty Yuck. (carpet cleaner is on the way!)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">6. Doing Laundry from ball playing kids</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">7. Seeing the hubs every now and then: He is working at a new job (a blessing for sure - just a lot of adjustments)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">8. Planning summer camps for kids</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">9. Squeezing in a trip to the gym every now and then (Love me some Yoga! Need to be on the Treadmill tho)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">10. Dreading the HOT summer......</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">11. Spending ample amounts of time on </span><a href="http://twitter.com/#!/RetroLeeTX"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Twitter</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">. Do you TWEET? Yes? Then come find me! "RetroLeeTX" It's fun!</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">12. Little bits of sewing... (some new stuff coming - Not just Toothfairy pillows, what can I say? I got bored!)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">13. Reading "The Dukan Diet" and realizing that I cannot eat that much meat. barf. Also realizing that I eat WAY too much sugar/carbs.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">14. and.... squeezing in a little bit of "me" time while enjoying some of my favorite musicians! Some new and some familiar. (</span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/MUSICBOBBYLONG"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Bobby Long</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">, </span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/sambradley"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Sam Bradley</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">, </span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/leemacdougall"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Lee MacDougall</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">, </span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/tombertrammusic"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Tom Bertram</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">, </span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/marcusfoster"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Marcus Foster</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> on the horizon)</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">15. Oh! Almost forgot! The hubs and I took our first ever BALLROOM DANCE LESSON! We learned a total of 3 Fox Trot steps - it was hilarious. Except the part where I back stepped into another woman and just about put my heel thru the top of her foot - oops. I'm so sorry!</span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsWGNp5lyFMAUPTwlBdIVkkEA7U_2Ko-Shjna1ZtpeAGZB3b8Y5He2r05M4Wq-Zb7c75ocwdcZrgay5BZ2Ruj9TFeZam48mSIOfIQoYD0SISYwjE_dkyOVWSalGJzeD7gV8tl3_TqEWI8/s1600/DSC_0082.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsWGNp5lyFMAUPTwlBdIVkkEA7U_2Ko-Shjna1ZtpeAGZB3b8Y5He2r05M4Wq-Zb7c75ocwdcZrgay5BZ2Ruj9TFeZam48mSIOfIQoYD0SISYwjE_dkyOVWSalGJzeD7gV8tl3_TqEWI8/s400/DSC_0082.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Peace Out from the Looney Bin.......</span>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-12491280376395416422011-03-11T09:17:00.001-06:002011-03-11T09:17:32.008-06:00BIrds for Spring<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">As the </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/whoopsiedaisies?section_id=7694865"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Half Price Sale</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> (aprons, pajama pants, scarves, & kitchen hot pads still available) continues to slim down the </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/whoopsiedaisies"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Whoopsie Daisies Etsy shop</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">, I've been adding some new </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/whoopsiedaisies?section_id=6575496"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Tooth Fairy Pillows</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> to fill in the slots. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Whoopsie Daisies is going in the direction of all </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/whoopsiedaisies?section_id=6575496"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Personalized Tooth Fairy Pillows</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">. I'm in love with all of the </span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?q=birds"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">bird themed items</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> popping up all over this spring - so thought I'd add my own items to the mix. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">These make great birthday gifts for a wide age range of kiddos. Even great for new baby gifts. Personalize them with the child's name and you have a one of a kind gift! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTv3rn151ANdiVeURvQxw4xMa5UDQ5cfDB7OTlojcW6uvT2XCP_-OQz_ReHa5yqjeC4WuRNKTLbWrE_dfCFvBtPpAv-DDoMyd_dg5HSGvg8zLw3NrahrHJAayX6NEr1fkzvBV8U0SZCM/s1600/DSC_0017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZTv3rn151ANdiVeURvQxw4xMa5UDQ5cfDB7OTlojcW6uvT2XCP_-OQz_ReHa5yqjeC4WuRNKTLbWrE_dfCFvBtPpAv-DDoMyd_dg5HSGvg8zLw3NrahrHJAayX6NEr1fkzvBV8U0SZCM/s400/DSC_0017.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQk1iNB_rPgz-AI781ykZSlBcZYefpLIO6o_QSPXvYtxMllERElZa7LWZmyTTNTnpNvTQOr69c8wdaTvNHdORYPXvtCWlS9ULjUS7DjPEQ4WO_oSta4cUzu1UQxSJyJroSH5GZEm4VFY/s1600/DSC_0023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQk1iNB_rPgz-AI781ykZSlBcZYefpLIO6o_QSPXvYtxMllERElZa7LWZmyTTNTnpNvTQOr69c8wdaTvNHdORYPXvtCWlS9ULjUS7DjPEQ4WO_oSta4cUzu1UQxSJyJroSH5GZEm4VFY/s400/DSC_0023.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwnB4tpgT8cDDpuKwHPsR8FDubmRO_vkZXIJSGNlj2UvI06Hi60N3UJJs_clMqzEH_Hd2ldJnazZOLXGYfvknzVa-ss8INIqiaFqqHy-Bs1SkPNwG6snZ9Ec5-FaMXD9NiAPH6fBDawhA/s1600/DSC_0016.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwnB4tpgT8cDDpuKwHPsR8FDubmRO_vkZXIJSGNlj2UvI06Hi60N3UJJs_clMqzEH_Hd2ldJnazZOLXGYfvknzVa-ss8INIqiaFqqHy-Bs1SkPNwG6snZ9Ec5-FaMXD9NiAPH6fBDawhA/s400/DSC_0016.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Hope you likey :)</span></div>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8047709441527763177.post-24952428399546482782011-03-01T08:01:00.000-06:002011-03-01T08:01:02.782-06:00Circus Pictures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Thought I'd share a few pictures from "the circus". What gorgeous ladies - right? </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Thought you might like to see the dress I picked out after the fiasco in my last blog entry. (</span>I'm on the right in the red dress<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">) Gah! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">We had a great night, spent with great friends, all for a great cause too. Despite the whipping it was to find a dress, etc, etc, etc, - I'm so glad we attended. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gq4LlpRhBiD9l8VycR7YJ68bgV8XPjr1jrl4r2-PIIW-NjSU81YUjmSsLhjBds5koxGV4c9ytTIRTNpm1d_r7eMNOupGzjYohOw1U6bfoe6tGf0pfKqSGjNMVENxChLBqwmgNHQb_Gg/s1600/183163_1841790732862_1483388634_32018838_5210859_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gq4LlpRhBiD9l8VycR7YJ68bgV8XPjr1jrl4r2-PIIW-NjSU81YUjmSsLhjBds5koxGV4c9ytTIRTNpm1d_r7eMNOupGzjYohOw1U6bfoe6tGf0pfKqSGjNMVENxChLBqwmgNHQb_Gg/s400/183163_1841790732862_1483388634_32018838_5210859_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Wish I had a picture of the hubs and myself, but my good friend in red here is prettier anyway :) </span>RetroLeeTXhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09716913903018852648noreply@blogger.com1