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by on June 21, 2010August 31, 2021

Got Lemons?

How about a CUTE solution for the summer doldrums? a Lemonade Stand to beat all lemonade stands! There just isn’t a better way to spend an afternoon, and the neighbors will be jealous amazed with your creativity. We have the perfect printable kit, with all the paper items you’ll need, plus instructions on how to put together an easy, charming stand like this one. Whether you are planning a Lemonade themed birthday party, a Lemonade Stand fundraiser, or your kids just want .25 cents a glass, take a peek at all the photos and ideas for a stand that you...

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by on April 22, 2010August 31, 2021

Oreo Buttercream

Yum. What can I say but, Yum. 8 oz. unsalted softened butter 4 c. powdered sugar 2 T milk 2 t. vanilla extract 2 t. fresh lemon juice 12-14 Oreos, finely crushed in food processor (centers and all!) Bag of mini oreos – for garnish In a stand mixer, fitted with a paddle attachment, add 1/2 the powdered sugar plus all of the other ingredients. Beat until moistened. Scrape down the bowl. Add the rest of the powdered sugar and the oreos. If the frosting is still too thick, you can add a tiny bit of milk at a time...

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by on December 21, 2009August 31, 2021

An Unusual Holiday Greeting Card

For the past few years, I have made it my personal goal to think up and produce a slightly more humorous Holiday Card. I think it’s fun and unusual – my family? not so much. So, this year was a take on my idea of the “Ideal Family Portrait”… something you might have taken at Sears or JC Penney, with the backdrop of a fireplace or a snowy landscape. Step 1: Started with a giant piece of green felt. Add the family with a self timing camera. Step 2: Take your Photoshop, make everything green disappear and try out some...