Handmade Notes

I have so much fun creating my own cards to send on special occasions or just to say "thanks". Plus, I think receiving a handmade note that's free of any cheesy Hallmark-ness is refreshing. I like using a mix of different papers and unexpected prints, and a simple gold pen and glue stick to craft a love note that is a little rough around the edges.

Super Snack

The two things I care about on Super Bowl Sunday are the commercials and the food. I'm not doing much of anything to celebrate this year, so decided I'd spend my time making my own tortilla chips and guacamole. I could eat this snack for every meal of every day and enjoy it just the same. Now I just need a seat on the couch and a Corona and lime.

For chips: quarter tortillas. spray baking sheet with cooking spray. place tortilla pieces on sheet & spray with cooking spray, sprinkle with salt & a bit of cayenne pepper. cook at 350 for about 10 minutes. flip at minute 5.

For guac: mix avocado, diced tomato, roasted jalapeno, red onion, garlic & cilantro. add salt, pepper & squeeze of lime. garnish with cilantro sprig if you're feelin' fancy.

Lust List : Planet Blue

If one magical day I won the lottery, no longer believed in donating to charity, and didn't have to wear a uniform five days of the week, this would happen:

Color Collage

I love getting mail! Yesterday I came home from work to find three of my favorite catalogues waiting for me. I tore out my favorite images from each and taped them to my wall to add a little bit of color and inspiration to my room. Below are a few more things brightening my day...