* 12 sheets filo dough (each about 14x9 in.) thawed if frozen
* 1 bar (3.5 oz) Lindt Lindor truffles (18 pieces)
* 1/2 pint fresh raspberries
Serves 6
Active: 30 minutes/Total 42 minutes
1) Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Have a baking sheet ready. Unfold filo; cover with plastic wrap to prevent drying.
2) Make each turnover: Remove 1 sheet fillo; lighly coat with nonstick spray or brush with melted butter. Fold in thirds lenghtwise; lightly spray or brush top. Place 1 piece of chocolate about 1/2 inch from bottom end of strip; top with 1 raspberry. Fold lower right corner over filling, forming a triangle. Continue folding triangles to other end of strip. Place on baking sheet. Repeat to make 12.
3) Bake 10 to 12 minutes until golden. Remove to wire rack to cool. Melt remaining 6 pieces chocolate in microwave; drizzle over turnovers. Serve warm or at room temperature. Garnish with remaining raspberries.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Theme for the next month...FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There are so many times that I see something and say hmmm! That makes perfect sense. Well this month I will share the "Food for thought" ideas that I have come across.
For today... Grab your pen and paper and try this out!
We live in a culture that encourages us to shop. But how savvy a customer are you? Find a quiet moment and consider the following...
1) What we buy and how much we spend are influenced by how we feel. Think of a day when you shopped when you were angry, anxious, lonely or blue. What did you purchase? Did you enjoy it, return it, or wish you'd spent your time doing something else?
2) Family attitudes and habits we encountered in childhood may influence us for a lifetime. What good shopping habits did you learn growing up? What bad habits have you inherited?
3) We can be smart shoppers in some areas (say, food or clothes or airfare) and noodleheads in others (like furniture, fixtures and more). What do you tend to purchase wisely? Were do you go astray? What makes shopping for these items hard for you? Do you need a shopping coach?
4) On a scale of one (you never trust 'em) to ten (you're a salesman's dream), how susceptible to advertisements or sales pitches are you? Have you ever bought something you didn't need because of a commercial or a print ad? Consider how you could be more discriminating.
5) Imagine that your closet went up in flames and you had to rebuild your wardrobe with only a few key pieces. Which items would you pick? To see how it would feel, select ten things you already own (not counting underwear or pajamas) and wear just hose for the next week. Was it difficult? A relief? Were you surprised at how little you could get by with?
As Americans we are spoiled when you really think about it. All of the choices, ads, credit and accumulation of things that we really don't need but purchase on an impulse, just to have or to keep up with the neighbors.
Is it all really necessary? We need to purchase more storage containers and bigger homes just to store all of the STUFF that we really never needed to begin with.
For today... Grab your pen and paper and try this out!
We live in a culture that encourages us to shop. But how savvy a customer are you? Find a quiet moment and consider the following...
1) What we buy and how much we spend are influenced by how we feel. Think of a day when you shopped when you were angry, anxious, lonely or blue. What did you purchase? Did you enjoy it, return it, or wish you'd spent your time doing something else?
2) Family attitudes and habits we encountered in childhood may influence us for a lifetime. What good shopping habits did you learn growing up? What bad habits have you inherited?
3) We can be smart shoppers in some areas (say, food or clothes or airfare) and noodleheads in others (like furniture, fixtures and more). What do you tend to purchase wisely? Were do you go astray? What makes shopping for these items hard for you? Do you need a shopping coach?
4) On a scale of one (you never trust 'em) to ten (you're a salesman's dream), how susceptible to advertisements or sales pitches are you? Have you ever bought something you didn't need because of a commercial or a print ad? Consider how you could be more discriminating.
5) Imagine that your closet went up in flames and you had to rebuild your wardrobe with only a few key pieces. Which items would you pick? To see how it would feel, select ten things you already own (not counting underwear or pajamas) and wear just hose for the next week. Was it difficult? A relief? Were you surprised at how little you could get by with?
As Americans we are spoiled when you really think about it. All of the choices, ads, credit and accumulation of things that we really don't need but purchase on an impulse, just to have or to keep up with the neighbors.
Is it all really necessary? We need to purchase more storage containers and bigger homes just to store all of the STUFF that we really never needed to begin with.
Monday, April 28, 2008
So Little Time & So Many Things to Do...
So many new fashions and designs are popping up for the summer season! There are some fantastic outfits and accessories out there now as you read this. We will post our favorites in a bit.
As the long awaited spring season has arrived. Flowers and trees are blooming. The fresh air and new life makes me want to get out there and continue some heavy duty spring cleaning. So many like new items and new items with tags find their way into bags ready to donate or pass onto the next friend that can find some use for them. Toys and the never ending lot of kids clothing & accessories.
I find myself wanting to list the items on Ebay or elsewhere but cannot find the time to take the photos, not to mention my faithful camera of so much time has finally kicked the bucket. The fees alone on Ebay can eat you alive and the time to list the items! Ugh! So much to do. This had gotten me to thinking it is easier to donate or give them to a friend who can use them much more than I need them taking up space in my home.
There are some great places to donate to if you do not have the time!
Salvation Army, Goodwill, Church in your area that may need new or like new clothing or kids and baby items in great condition.
I have found that over the past few months I do not have time for my crafts like I used to so in the meantime I am packing away items I know I will use in the near future and the remaining amount of items I will be taking a moment to list one day on an auction site. But as far as inventory, we are stocked for all of our upcoming and future craft shows. We will be listing our other items on auction sites when time allows. If you are looking for any new or particular designs you may find them on our website. If you do not see what you are looking for just ask, it may not be listed on our site but in our on hand inventory.
There are so many new designs that I have sketched but not enough time at the moment. Check back as we will be posting wonderful ideas and hot new designs over the spring and summer months!
As the long awaited spring season has arrived. Flowers and trees are blooming. The fresh air and new life makes me want to get out there and continue some heavy duty spring cleaning. So many like new items and new items with tags find their way into bags ready to donate or pass onto the next friend that can find some use for them. Toys and the never ending lot of kids clothing & accessories.
I find myself wanting to list the items on Ebay or elsewhere but cannot find the time to take the photos, not to mention my faithful camera of so much time has finally kicked the bucket. The fees alone on Ebay can eat you alive and the time to list the items! Ugh! So much to do. This had gotten me to thinking it is easier to donate or give them to a friend who can use them much more than I need them taking up space in my home.
There are some great places to donate to if you do not have the time!
Salvation Army, Goodwill, Church in your area that may need new or like new clothing or kids and baby items in great condition.
I have found that over the past few months I do not have time for my crafts like I used to so in the meantime I am packing away items I know I will use in the near future and the remaining amount of items I will be taking a moment to list one day on an auction site. But as far as inventory, we are stocked for all of our upcoming and future craft shows. We will be listing our other items on auction sites when time allows. If you are looking for any new or particular designs you may find them on our website. If you do not see what you are looking for just ask, it may not be listed on our site but in our on hand inventory.
There are so many new designs that I have sketched but not enough time at the moment. Check back as we will be posting wonderful ideas and hot new designs over the spring and summer months!
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Mini Animals
OMG! I love animals but these Littlest Pet Shop creatures are just the cutest things, I think. It could become a bad addiction to say the least. Better make room! LOL!
There are many tots I know that play with them, I just want to collect them. I have come across these interesting designs while looking for unique Littlest Pet Shop items.
I love the outfit and the painted pet shop animals! How sweet!
There are even birthday party themed items out there now at Celebrate Express!
How fun!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Easter Baskets Anyone?
Such pretty designs can be found almost everywhere for Easter baskets. Here is on of our favorite picks from talented designer *ladesigns* who can be found selling these darling baskets with various designs for boys and girls on Ebay.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Great Vacation Wear & Accessories for Kids!
We have been looking at the cute fashions out there this month for trips to the Magical Kingdom and found these fabulous designs. Click on the photos for links to purchase or take a peek.
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