Tuesday, January 24, 2012

. . . Cookie Time Tuesday-Cookie Dough Dip . . .

Cookie Time Tuesday has a bit of a twist to it this week.  I was sorting through recipes I had pinned and decided to give Cookie Dough Dip a try.  You may be disappointed that this isn't a "real" cookie recipe but believe me you will be thanking me once you try this dip.  It is sinfully good--I'm talking just eat it with a spoon good!  Who needs anything to spread it on when it's so good all by itself?  

This recipe originally came from Add a Pinch Blog.  If you don't know about this blog you have to check it out.  You will love everything you see there I'm sure.


Print Recipe HERE

You will need:
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup toffee bits 
 Cream the butter and cream cheese until fluffy
Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well

 Put the dip in a bowl and serve with graham crackers, apple slices, Nilla Wafers, animal crackers, etc.  

 Doesn't this look delicious?  It is! 

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. . . The Twinery Giveaway . . .

GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED!!!

If you are a crafter then chances are you know about The Twinery.  They have an amazing assortment of Bakers Twine.  If you aren't familiar with them I am glad to be introducing them to you here.  You can use twine for just about anything--I know I use mine constantly.


Itsy Bitsy Paper Blog is happy to be doing a giveaway for THREE SETS of {I Love You} Sampler Packs.  How awesome is that!?  You will get 90 yards total of the eco-luxe, plush 100% cotton twine in 6 colors (15 yards of each color shown): Maraschino, Pink Sorbet Blossom, Caribbean, Stone & Lilac!!!  WOW.


You are going to love how many things you will use this twine for.  Crafting, Baking, Gift Giving, Kid's Projects etc. 

 Just a few of my projects I have used The Twinery's Twine for.  Notice I use the Pink Sorbet all the time.  I have almost every color but I always gravitate to the Pink Sorbet. 

Giveaway Details

There will be THREE winners.  Each winner will receive an {I Love You} Sampler Pack
 To ENTER you need to leave a separate comment for each step and be sure to leave your email address.  Each person has up to FIVE chances to enter:

1.  Become a FOLLOWER of Itsy Bitsy Paper's Blog
**The only requirement to enter**

BONUS ENTRIES
2. Follow The Twinery on Facebook
3. Follow The Twinery on Twitter
4.  Follow Itsy Bitsy Paper on Facebook
5.  Share this giveaway on Facebook, Twitter or your Blog

Giveaway is open from January 24, 2012 to January 30, 2012
at MIDNIGHT EST
 
Thank you for entering!


**MAKE SURE YOU ADD YOUR VALENTINE'S DAY PROJECTS TO THE I HEART PROJECTS LINKY PARTY! **
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Sunday, January 22, 2012

. . . I Heart Projects Linky Party . . .

I am in L♥VE (no pun intended) with all the fun Valentine's Day Projects all the bloggers are sharing.  I thought I'd have a Linky Party to showcase so many of your brilliant ideas!  I hope you will join in on the FUN!




For this Linky Party:

**Please become a follower of Itsy Bitsy Paper's Blog

**Link ONLY Valentine's Day Project Ideas

**Link back to Itsy Bitsy Paper Blog in your post

**Feel free to leave a comment below as well

That is it....Let's Party!
Please spread the word about this fun party!
Sunday, January 22nd through Tuesday, February 14th

Remember to Follow Itsy Bitsy Paper Blog



MAKE SURE YOU ENTER THE TWINERY GIVEAWAY WHILE YOU ARE HERE!
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Saturday, January 21, 2012

. . . Oldy But A Goody--Valentine's Day Download . . .

I wanted to add another "pop" of color to my Valentine's Day decorations and decided this was the perfect way to do it.  I took a 5x7 black frame and added my artwork to it and then added a few felt heart stickers I had leftover from my topiary project and added a bow to the corner and tada...a framed piece of art for Valentine's Day. 
I wanted to share the artwork so you can create your own project with it.  Click HERE to get yours and fee free to SHARE!
Gather your few supplies and print your artwork on a 5x7 piece of cardstock

 Add the art to your 5x7 frame

Add your stickers or other items you want to use to dress it up.

Add your ribbon tied in a bow--I used glue dots to attach

 Display your artwork! 
Easy as pie but it looks so cute.
 

I would love to see how YOU used the artwork so be sure to link back here! 
Make sure you SHARE the link for this post so others can enjoy the artwork too.

Linking Here:
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Friday, January 20, 2012

. . . Fun Friday Finds-Owls . . .

I love owls!  They are such a popular trend right now too so it's very easy to find them all over the place.  I wanted to do a fun version of Fun Friday Finds since it's been awhile since my last one.  I figured why not feature great Etsy sellers while showcasing adorable Owl items!



•  Owl Pillow Plush Toy @ Bellamina
• Owl Hat @ Cassandra & Daniel's Little Shop
• Owl Pillow @ Holly Go Brightly
• Rupert the Patchwork Owl Crinkle Toy @ Angie Baby Gifts

• Silver Owl Necklace @ West Byron
• Ceramic Owl Figures @ Claylicious
• Owl Mousepad @ Bunch Of Bees
• Owl Family Necklace @ Lulu Bug Jewelry

• Owl Hair Bow @ Rebel Daisy Designs
• Owl Basket @ The Spotted Barn
• Owl Tag Ribbon Toy @ Life In The Sass Lane
• Owl Favor Boxes @ One Fantastic Party

• Owl Print @ TADA Printables
• Owl Cookies @ A Cookie Jar
• Owl Nightlight @ Thimbletown
• Owl Valentines @ Itsy Bitsy Paper

What is your favorite?  Have you made a fun craft using owls--please share a link!
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Thursday, January 19, 2012

. . . Valentine's Day Wreath . . .

As all of you know I love making wreathes and Valentine's Day is such a fun holiday to make them for.  I am sure many people don't really consider it a holiday but in my house it's one of my favorites to decorate for!

I found this wild silver wreath in the clearance bin from leftover Christmas items for just a couple dollars so I figured I better purchase it and save it for a "rainy day".  That day came when I was brainstorming an idea for a new Valentines Wreath.  I know this probably looks a little Christmasy but I like how shiny it is and different than the normal wreath I usually put on my door.

It was super easy and of course very budget friendly--thanks to coupons and clearance items it cost less than $10.00 to make. 


 I bought the flowers with clips on them so it was super easy to just clip to the wreath form

 To make the curly q's out of the wired garland wrap it around your finger tightly 
and then uncurl it from your finger and it will be curly.

 Place the curly q wired garland randomly around the wreath


Have you done a fun Valentine's Day Wreath? 
If so leave a link, I'd love to see it!


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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

. . . This was too funny not to share! . . .

I am wondering if they make this in a portable version?  I know if I could come up with one I'd be a millionaire and a heck of a lot happier with my body.  I don't want this to offend anyone but as someone that has dealt with weight issues all my life I just had to share because I think we all have those kind of days we need a good laugh about our body.



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