Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Kandee Makes Me Smile!

I don't know how I haven't blogged about Kandee yet. She is one of my favorite bloggers and YouTubers ever! Watching one of Kandee's videos, automatically makes me smile! I love to read her makeup blog. And her personal blog. Kandee's kiddos are so cute! Her style is amazing. Her heart is as big as the world. And she just makes you feel better.

Did I mention? I LOVE her style! I wish she'd make a tutorial for her leather cuff. I want one. :) And I just love the clothes she wears. Her decorating is amazing too! So fun and fresh. Oh, and I just love these mugs. I might have to make a few. :)

Thursday, January 5, 2012

Apple Bread

If you are anything like me, you really enjoy baking. Especially, around this time of year. Yum! I think I've gained at least 10lbs since Halloween. :)

Anyway, I'm always looking for a new recipe to try out. I'm in love with Lola's pumpkin bread. I don't know if she has the recipe on her blog or not. But she made it for me, almost 2 years ago. After the first bite, I begged for the recipe. Ever since, I've made it at least once a month. And Alejandro's mom, makes the best banana bread ever! Is it bad, that I ate an entire loaf by myself?

I was looking for another sweet bread. Something yummy. When Lola sent me this recipe for Apple Bread. Yum! I've made it 3 times. And it's AMAZING! I just had to share it with you. I hope that you enjoy it too!


Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 cups sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups apples - peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped
1 cup broken walnuts

Directions

1.In bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.

2.In large mixing bowl, place oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla and apples.

3. Stir into flour mixture.

4. Add walnuts and mix.

5. Divided mixture between two greased 8-in. x 4-in. bread pans.

6. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes or until bread test done.

7. Cool for 10 minutes on wire rack before removing from pan.

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

New Year, New Wreath


Isn't this just a gorgeous little wreath? I'm in love with it! My favorite colors and all! The birds are my favorite detail. Since I'm just not that crafty, I emailed this picture to Lola. Who immediately told me, this is "a piece of cake" to make!

Well, we talked. And I have my list of supplies, that I need. We're going to be having a little "wreath making dinner" this week. So that she can help me make this. I can't wait! And I wonder, what Lola is going to make for herself. You should see all the cute wreaths that she has!

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Happy New Year's!


I just wanted to wish everyone a very Happy New Year's! I hope that 2012 brings many blessings to you and your family. May 2012 be a better year for us all. Bringing with it, health, love, and happiness!