Cinnamon Crescent Rolls

Pinterest, you've ruined me...

I saw this recipe using Pillsbury Crescent rolls, and I knew it would be a hit for our family.  And it was.  First, make the cinnamon sugar butter.  Or, if you feel adventurous, try using cinnamon honey butter.

Lay it on nice and thick.  Nice and evenly.

Can we have a moment and sing the praises of the under-appreciated offset spatula?  Seriously lovely tool.  You should have one if you don't.

Roll them up, just like you would if they were not buttered...

And drizzle the glaze over them and serve.  Totally DELISH and EASY!!  Your kids will love them, too!

For the formal recipe, here is the link from The Hungry Housewife.

Enjoy your day!!

Vacation Overview

Our family spent last week in our favorite vacation spot--South Carolina. This was our 4th year visiting the Charleston/Isle of Palms/Hilton Head Island area, and I'm quite sure it won't be the last. A bit of my heart is there as I type this...

The lush green trees and spanish moss hanging from them speak to me.  And the SUNSHINE just warmed me to the core.  Exactly what I needed after being in Ohio all winter long.

The city of Charleston is rich in history and diversity.  We returned to the City Market (a former area where slaves were bought and sold). 

The Custom House across the street is where the slaves would arrive off the boats.  The artifacts and history there are amazing.  To this day, sweet grass baskets are made and sold by African American decendents.  Really beautiful...

So thankful my hubs drove.  We celebrated our 16th anniversary last week, too.  Nice to spend it together and away with the kids.

We spent some time at the Middleton Plantation.  I have to say, it was by far my favorite of all the ones we visited in past years (Boone Hall and Magnolia).  If you ever are in the area, be sure to visit.  Your kids will love it, too...

We also hit the beach.  Coligny Beach in Hilton Head Island...

We got shrimp at Shim Creek in Charleston...

And spent more time at the beach...

The beach at Isle of Palms is special to us.  It is also our children's favorite spot.  They never want to leave...

It was great to go away, spend time together, SLEEP IN, and breathe.  I didn't realize how much I needed the break--and so did the hubs. 

I also can't wait to document the trip using the May Project Kit.  I've already started, in fact...

The other fun part?  ALL OF THESE PHOTOS were taken using my iPhone.  EVERY ONE.  I didn't stress out or bother with my bigger DSLR camera this year.  And it was WONDERFUL.

For those of you who are interested in taking a tour of the Middleton Plantation, here is a link for more information. 

For more information on Charleston and the area, here is a link.

For more information on Hilton Head and Caligny Park, here is a link.

For more information on Isle of Palms, here is a link.

For a great read on travel photography and unique photo taking, check out this article from Shimelle.  Love her.

I will be posting my finished mini album on the trip, along with notes and such within the next week or so.  A work in progress!

Enjoy your day!!

May 2012 WIP Kits

May 2012 Main Kit--$32 ($30 for subscribers)

Contents of this kit include:  7 12x12 papers (3 Pink Paislee, 1 7Gypsies, 1 Heidi Swapp, and 2 Bazzill Wayfarer), 1 Jillibean Soup Elements sheet, Grey Jillibean Alphabean cardstock stickers, full set of Heidi Swapp Colorful Instaframes (complete with cardstock stickers and rub ons), 1 roll of SMASH Section Tape, Jillibean Soup cardstock label stickers, 5 mini posters, Pink Paislee Prairie Hill Accolade Dimensional Stickers, Pink Paislee Prairie Hill Cardstock Stickers, two Flair Buttons from A Flair for Buttons (Etsy), various die cuts, and two digi PDF's Notes on Parenting (to be printed out on your own to use over and over again!)

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May Project Kit--Travel Kit--$38

Contents of this kit include:  Blue Martha Stewart Binder album, Heidi Swapp Folder, Jillibean Soup Aqua Alphabean alphabet stickers, Jenni Bowlin Cardstock Stickers, Jenni Bowlin Cardstock Hexagon Sticker sheet, Heidi Swapp 6x6 Travel papers--12, Martha Stewart envelope and enclosure, Martha Stewart labels, a variety of die cut cardstock pages for the mini album, 5 yards of ribbon as shown, 2 Martha Stewart Page Protectors, Making Memories Passport cardstock stickers, kraft adhesive backed photo corners-18, 4 metal rimmed round tags, Heidi Swapp Fotostack Openable, and various die cuts.

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Clearance Kit Sale--SOLD OUT

All proceeds will go to the Facelift Fund for Wilcox Elementary School.

Once a year, I clean house and sell off all the older kits and pieces/parts leftover from this year's goods.  This year, I've elected to donate the proceeds to a local elementary school in need of a little TLC.  I will post before/after pictures of the project in the next few weeks, and keep you posted of the progress via this blog.  I'm excited to take part in this project!!

Each kit sold will contain products from this past year, and be at least $35 in retail value MINIMUM.  In the past, these have sold out QUICKLY, so if you are interested in purchasing one, please know this up front.

To order any or all of the above kits, please email Trish at Turay413@gmail.com, and a Papal invoice will be sent out ASAP.  Thanks so much!!

Sneak Peek

Lots of goodies coming shortly.  Stay tuned!!

A New Punch...

If you enjoy a colorful yet yummy springtime drink, give this lemonade punch a try.  Simply add lemonade + ice + fresh lemons + Sprite + pineapple juice and stir.  Perfect for those showers, First Communions and Confirmations!!

Enjoy your day!!

iPhone App of the Week--Lego Photo

This is a must for any Lego lover in your life.  My boys are both obsessed, so this FREE app was a no-brainer.  You can use existing photos you may have already taken, or take new photos with this app, then with the touch of a button, watch as the images is made into a Lego version of the picture.  SO COOL!!  Check it out here!

Enjoy your day!

Mason Jar Fun

If you want your head to explode with ideas for Mason Jars, do check this out.  The possibilities are ENDLESS!!

Or how about these beautifully tinted mason jars?  I'm in love...

What about a light fixture?

Or a soap dispenser??

Add the lids and you have the perfect pre-made cocktail bar for your next party!!  Look at those drinks on ice!  Doesn't it make you thirsty??

Enjoy your day!

Double Punching

I recently came across the Martha Stewart Crafts Dept. post on the use of their punches, and double punching.  Wow--really awesome info.  If you own any of her punches, check this out.  They even list the names of the punches and the measurements!!  SO COOL!

Enjoy your day!!

Giant Bubble Recipe

Saw this recipe here, and had to give it a shot.  The kids give it a big thumbs UP!!

Enjoy your day!

Happy Easter

Taking a few days off to be with family for the holiday. I hope each and every one of you have a wonderful holiday, filled with amazing new memories!!

Happy Easter!