Prosciutto, Brie, Fig and Arugula Sandwhich

I had this sandwich at a restaurant recently. Since the restaurant isn't very close to my house I figured I'd try recreating it at home.

What You Need

Soft Baguette

Brie

Fig Jam

Prosciutto

Arugula

What To Do

Step 1: Cut the baguette to the length desired for you sandwich. Then cut that piece in half.

Step 2: Spread fig jam on the inside of half of the baguette piece.

Step 3: Cut enough slices of brie to cover the other half of the baguette piece. If you are using a softer brie you can just spread it on.

Step 4: Add prosciutto and arugula.

Step 5: Enjoy!

Baked Homemade Potato Chips

These are quick, easy, and healthy! It is a great use for those last few potatoes in the bag or ones that are about to go bad. 

What You Need

Makes 2 servings

2 potatoes

Season All

Olive Oil

What To Do

Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Peel potatoes. Slice potatoes very thin (about 1/16 of an inch). I highly suggest using a mandolin. It will go much quicker. If you don't have a mandolin you can always use a knife. 

Step 2: Place all the potato slices in a bowl. Drizzle a little olive oil them, then sprinkle with season all. Mix well. Repeat 3 times or until all chips are lightly coated.

Step 3: Lay out potato slices on a baking sheet. Make sure they don't touch. Sprinkle on more season all if needed.

Step 4: Bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown. Watch them carefully! Once the liquid has cooked out of the potatoes they can burn quickly!

Step 5: Enjoy!

Spooky Halloween Frame

What You Need

Shadow Box
1 piece of Scrapbook Paper
Scrapbook Sticker Pack of Your Choice
Candy Corn


What To Do

Step 1: Remove the back of the frame. Cut scrapbook paper to the size of the inside of the frame. Make sure you measure twice to avoid cutting the paper too small.

Step 2: Add scrapbook stickers in the arrangement of your choice. Start at least an 1 inch or so above the bottom of the paper so you have room for the candy corn.

Step 3: Place the frame facing down on a table. Add candy corn. Place the back on the frame. Check the level of candy corn. Adjust candy corn amount until you have filled the frame to the bottom of your stickers.

Step 4: Display and Enjoy!

Halloween Mason Jar Monsters

This is so cute and simple! It's also a great kids craft.

What You Need

Mason Jars
Water Based Paint

Foam Brush
Small Paint Brush


What To Do

Step 1: Using the foam brush, paint the inside of the mason jar with the color of your choice. You will need to do at least 3-4 layers to fully cover the inside of the jar.

Step 2: Using  a small paint brush, paint the monster face of your choice on the front of the jar.
*To make the bolts for the Frankenstein monster: Using pliers to get a good grip on the metal, unscrew the metal pins of 2 push pins. Hot glue the plastic portion of the push pins to the side of the mason jar. Paint black.

Step 3: Display and Enjoy! 
*You can also add a candle to give your room a spooky glow!

Fall Wreath

Quick and simple fall wreath.

What You Need

8" Grapevine Wreath

4 Fake Flowers

3 Fake Leaves

1 Bow or Ribbon

Hot Glue Gun

Hot Glue

What To Do 

Step 1: Remove fake flowers from their stem. They should just pull right off.

Step 2: Hot glue flowers, leaves and bow onto wreath.

Step 3: Hang and Enjoy!

Halloween Wreath

Cute and spooky Halloween wreath!

What You Need
8" Foam Wreath
1 package of Black Felt from Michael's
150+ Pins
Cobweb
Decorations (I used Halloween colored balls and spiders)


What To Do

Step 1: Cut felt into 2" x 2" squares.

Step: Pin the squares to the wreath. Make sure it is tight enough that you can't see the wreath underneath. Cover wreath, leaving the back opened so it lays flat against the wall. Make sure to cover the wreath thoroughly so you can't see the foam wreath when it hanging.

Step 3: Cover with spider web and decorations.

Step 4: Hang and Enjoy!

Watermelon Cocktail

A refreshing cocktail on a hot summer day!

What You Need
Makes 2 cocktails

1 1/2 cup Cut Up Watermelon 

1 cup Lemon/Lime Soda

3 oz Simple Syrup

4 oz Vodka (this ingredient can be skipped to make a kid friendly version)

What To Do

Step 1: Add all ingredients into a blender. Blend well.

Step 2: Strain cocktail mixture with a fine mesh strainer. 

Step 3: Pour into a glass, garnish with a lime, and Enjoy!

Strawberry Sorbet

I was at a farmers market last weekend and got a free bag of canning berries. I don't can but I do make sorbet :). The berries were bruised and a little smashed. They turned out to be perfect for sorbet.

What You Need

6 cups Fresh Strawberries
1 1/4 cup Simple Syrup
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 shot of Vodka (optional)

Simple Syrup
1 cup Water
1 cup Sugar

What To Do

Step 1: Boil the water and sugar together on Medium to Medium/High. Stir frequently. Once the sugar has completely dissolved, remove from heat. Pour the simple syrup into an ice bath. Stir occasionally until it has cooled or the ice has completely melted. Then place in the fridge until completely cooled (at least 1 hour). 

Step 2: Place strawberries in a food processor. Once completely pureed, add the lemon juice, 1 1/4 cup simple syrup and the vodka (optional). The vodka helps smooth out the sorbet and helps prevent ice crystals from forming. I find using it makes a big difference in the final consistency. Place the mixture into the fridge until completely chilled (if your strawberries were stored in the fridge go straight to Step 3).

Step 3: Place the mixture in an ice cream maker. If you do not have an ice cream maker you can place the mixture straight into the freezer. Once you have reached your desired consistence you are ready to Enjoy! 

Up-Cycled Jewelry Box

I got this jewelry box several years ago as a gift. I really like it. It is very functional but I wanted something that matched our furniture better. So I decided to give it a little update.