Heat Wave In Wisco

 

Hello from Wisconsin, where it is so hot I can't even breathe if I step outside.  Who's with me in wishing for autumn?  Summer really takes a lot out of me physically so anytime the temperatures want to dip back into the 80's or 70's that would be great! I would even take 60's, gladly.  Anyway, I took some photos of the babe a few days ago & thought I would share them with you. Little Eugene is 7.5 months old already.  What a little gent. Hope today is a good one!
 

Xoxo,

Heather





 

DIY Ombré Woven Flower Pot

 Good morning, all!  I hope you had an enjoyable, warm, festive 4th of July. We headed to Lake Michigan as soon as Josh got done with work to watch the waves & let Eugene play in the sand.  We had a quiet night of grilling out, baths & watching Justified. Today I am sharing a very easy, inexpensive DIY with you:

 

A colorful ombré flower pot for less than $10. 

 

Supplies:

 

-Woven basket (mine was $2.00 at a thrift store)

-White & blue acrylic paint (or any color you like)

-Paint brush

-Potted plant

 

1. Start by cleaning the basket to rid it of dust/dirt. 

2. Then apply 2 coats of white paint, letting the first coat dry completely.  I used Martha Stewart Acrylic Satin paint which cost about $2.00 per bottle.  I got the paint at Michaels, but most craft stores carry it.  I have found this paint to work the best & last the longest.  

3. While the last coat of white is drying, start painting the bottom of the pot with the colored paint. 

4. Next, start working your way up the bottom half of the pot with the colored paint. Add more pigment at the base of the bottom & less as you go toward the top to create the ombré effect. I used a dark blue color which you can see turned a nice light blue as the white & blue blended.  You can get as creative as you want.  You can also simple paint the woven pot one color.  I like how the paint brings out the detail of the weaving.

5. Put up in your place & enjoy! Or give it away as a housewarming gift!

 









Quiet Afternoons

Good afternoon.  Hoping this finds you all well! This is what happens when we have a busy month of visiting friends & family, our sweet baby Eugene slept for 13 hours last night & most of today! Happy 7 months, little champ.  Thanks for letting your mama make art today.



Xoxo,

Heather

Recipe: Simple Quiche

 

I made this simple Quiche for my husband & I today.  It was quite quick & so delicious. 

 

Ingredients:

 

6 Eggs

1/4 Cup Cream

1/4 Cup Milk

1/4 Cup Flour

1 Tsp. Salt

1 Tsp. Baking Powder

8 Oz. Sharp White Cheddar

Vegetables

Herbs

Salt & Pepper

Jiffy Pie Crust





Start by making the pie crust.  I used a box of the Jiffy brand pie crust- SO easy.  All you do is add cold water to the mix, stir, roll dough & place in your pie pan.  Next, in a bowl whisk the 6 eggs.  Add the cream & milk to your eggs.  In a separate bowl combine flour, salt & baking powder; stir.  Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture & whisk until all the lumps are gone.  Now comes the fun part.  Add an assortment of vegetables, cheeses, herbs & seasonings to the egg/flour mixture & combine well.  I used fresh basil from our garden, red pepper, onion, cheddar & Parmesan cheese.  I also added some fresh garlic, salt, pepper, dried parsley, red pepper flakes & dried Italian seasoning.  Once all the ingredients are incorporated, pour the mixture into your prepared pie crust.  I sprinkled the top of the mixture with some cheese & dried herbs.  



 

Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.  Then reduce your oven temperature to 350 degrees & bake for another 35-40 minutes until the crust is brown & the Quiche is set (doesn't jiggle).  Let cool for 10 minutes, if you can wait. Enjoy!

 

Quirky Art

 

 

This is what I have been up to today while baby Eugene naps.  I have always thought animals in clothes were whimsical, hence the new creations.  I hope they brighten up your day!  And to see more creations, please click here.  I hope your weekend was grand!  Until next time, friends.

 

Xoxo,

Heather