Shopping

Stocking Stuffer Idea: Matroyshka Measuring Cups

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I’m happy to note my ‘best kitchen tool’ suggestion is featured in the December 13th Woman’s World magazine currently on stands (it’s the 2nd tidbit in photo above). In addition to my review, you’ll find loads of other great ideas and tips in this holiday issue.

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Cookies and Bars

Easy Triple Chocolate Biscotti Recipe

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Sometimes baking isn’t a planned event but instead is brought about by a shopping experience. Just the other day I was at Whole Foods and found myself in the bakery section contemplating chocolate biscotti. I picked up the package of two chocolate dipped biscotti and found them to be around $4. I found myself in [...]

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Crochet & Quilting

Bumpy Popcorn Crochet Scarf Pattern

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My fifth and final scarf for donation to the Orphan Foundation of America is something I’d been wanting to do for awhile. I love texture and have been intrigued with the popcorn crochet stitch which creates a knobby little bump similar to a piece of popcorn (also my favorite snack!). I created this easy crochet [...]

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Shopping

Precision Pro Kitchen Scale Review & Giveaway!

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Kitchen scales help make weighing recipe ingredients an exact science and I often rely upon one when preparing baked goods. I recently received the Precision Pro kitchen scale from EatSmart to review and found it a compelling, affordable contender.

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