Cuisinart Mat...My New Kitchen BFF!

 Hey y'all...hope all is well & prayers for Hurricane recovery. This was horrible but we dodged it with our part of Florida. I watch the news every morning and the devistation that Helene brought to this world is horrible. I for one tend to freak just knowing it could come my way but then knowing it's not that far away is a very freaky feeling. Unfortunately with my anxiety I tend to "snack" when I'm anxious. Our power did not go out even though we had winds and heavy rain. When I'm anxious I like to be in the kitchen. I guess cooking and baking is a stress relief for me. I was able to focus on my new series that I'll be sharing with y'all soon. But I do want to share my new "kitchen BFF." I'm sure y'all know that I have back issues. My standing is limited but as I've previously mentioned "I'm not giving up." I do things a lot differently and in moderation. Recently, I was in the kitchen area of one of my favorite stores and came across this mat. I've never used a mat before mostly due to be afraid of tripping over one. This mat by "Cuisinart" has been a game changer for me. It brought relief to my back while standing. It doesn't slide like I thought it would plus it's super cute too. I love it when you get function that matches your decor. If you have any type of back issues and standing while cooking/baking, etc. is difficult then I fully recommend a padded mat. They are easy to find in most kitchen areas of your local stores. I'm also sharing this info with y'all to "prep" you with my new series that I'll be sharing with you soon. The Holidays are approaching and if your like me you want something delish but time-saving. The Holidays are hectic without spending all day in the kitchen prepping. Plus my recipes need to be fast & dlish due to my limitations in the kitchen. I'll be sharing "tools" that I love to make baking a breeze or gift ideas....recipes that will make your Holiday cooking fun & fun-ctional decor. I will state we've already started making "gift bags that are 100% Re-gift-able" on my quilt blog. My recipes and designs are super easy & I hope you follow along so we can all have a fun-tastic Holiday Season 2gether! I thank you so much for following. Talk soon!

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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My New Kitchen BFF...

Jelly Roll Gift Bags....100% Re-gift-able! (medium size)

 Hey y'all...hope all is going well. Been a bit crazy on my end so trying to play "catch up." I know it's only September and most of us are working on fall decor but I wanted to share this fun & easy gift idea with y'all. On my "quilt blog" link on right of home page...I started a series using one Jelly Roll "Joyful Holidays" by Robert Kaufman. I recieved this from Missouri Star Quilt Company & the collection is stunning. I love Batiks. It's amazing of how Batiks are made. So much time & thought goes into every fabric design. The concept of making a gift bag that is 100% re-gift-able inspiration came from my Grandson Davin last year at Christmas. He loves to recycle. Me...I'm working on it :-) Well last Christmas I made small bags to hold gift cards, etc. It was a challenge to see how many gift items I could make from one charm pack. It is still on my quilt blog & pinterest if you need more inspiration. Well, I am also challenging myself to see how many gift bags I can make from one jelly roll. I'm also incorporating the fun Holiday templates from MSQC too. You can see how stunning this fabric is in the pic below. The bags are super easy and fun to make. Who wouldn't love a "handmade gift bag" that is re-gift-able...right? :-) The "Olga" 45mm Rotary cutter fits perfectly inside. Great gift size for giving crafting supplies :-) The concept is the same..I just add the techniques used in each bag a long the way. You will mostly be reverting back to the medium "Holiday Tree" bag for instructions. If you need supplies my link to MSQC will take you to all the daily deals...tutorials & Birthday Bash Celebrations. Check out all the fun pics on Instagram...Facebook etc. MSQC is celebrating 16 years! Plus follow me on Instagram (link on right) because I am giving away one Jelly roll that MSQC graciously gave me to give to one lucky winner. View my post on Instagram for all the details. But Hurry...the contest end tonight at midnight :-) We have a lot going on the next several weeks so I thank y'all for following along. So grab your Jelly Rolls and Lets re-cycle "One Bag @ a Time 2gether!"

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Medium Jelly Roll Gift Bag (6.5 x 10)

Back 2 School...Sewing Room re-do!

 Hey y'all....Sunday Blessings! I don't know about y'all but where did the summer go? Gosh...crazy how time flies. I know the kiddos are back in school and this might be a difficult transition for you. Trust me...it was for me as well. You can read my posts on quilt blog :-) But what I had to realize that it was also a time to do things that would normally not get done. So I would like to invite you to pop on over to my quilting blog (link on right of home page) for my series..."Back 2 School...Sewing Room re-do!" Yes...I'm finally getting some projects finished. You can view previous posts of how I "finally" made an old antique quilt top into drapes & just completed "Jelly Roll Scraps 2a Sewing Machine Cover." I love how the "Old Glory" Jelly Roll designed by Lella Boutique compliments my old quilt top perfectly. In fact, it actually inspired me to make the well need sewing machine cover. I know it's all about "timing" in life but it sure is nice to finally get some projects finished :-) If you aren't familiar with Jelly Rolls they are strips 2 1/2" wide by length of fabric & you get strips of the fabric collection. They are super fun to sew with for many projects. You can view many "Jelly Roll" strip patterns on Missouri Star Quilt Company's website for inspiration.(link on right of home page) Just a hint y'all...I have a super fun happenning soon w/MSQC. So check back in so you don't miss out :-) Pop on over to my quilt blog & lets "Re-do our Sewing Room 2gether!" We have tons of inspirational projects & recipes coming :-) I thank y'all so much for following & talk soon!

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Antique Quilt Top 2 Drapes...

Jelly Roll Scraps 2a Sewing Machine Cover...

Back 2 School Sides.."Cats Chicken Enchilada Wraps!"

 Hey y'all...hope you're having a great weekend. I've been getting projects caught up....trying to do some organizing in my sewing room and kitchen. Sometimes I don't know if I'm organizing or just 'shifiting" items to a different location. Hmmm...anyone else relate? I made a "bucket list" of items to accompolish this summer and needless to say not too many items have been scratched off. I don't know about y'all but where did this summer go??? Seeing back to school adds on t.v. honestly scared me. I'm a "Gege" & don't worry about back to school but it makes you realize how time flies too fast. I've been hosting designs on my quilt blog and working on upcoming Holiday designs as well. Seriously y'all...life is precious...make everyday count....take the good with the bad & don't get upset over things you cannot change. Adivice from my dear late daddy. He always had a positive thought even when all heck was breaking loose. Amazing man & I'm blessed to still have his positive thoughts to remember. Talking to my daughter and hearing how the hustle of back to school has already started in their summer prep made me realize to share my "easy recipes." I'll be hosting along with my "crafty designs"...Back 2 School Summer Sides & Snacks. They are my go to recipes that I still make today. I make mine with a bit of a healthi-r version due to my restrictions but adapt to your family needs. They are super fast & easy and great for those evenings when your feeding your kiddos before practices etc. I can't even imagine y'alls busy schedules with kids schedules and events. I was blessed with one beautiful daughter that participated in many events and sports and nights we're hectic. Sometimes a fast & d'lish recipe is all we need to get us through the week. The recipe I'm sharing is using pre-cooked chicken from the deli section and can be easily microwaved too. Super easy :-) Don't forget to pop on over to my Instagram page (link upper right on home page). I'll be drawing one lucky winner tonight at midnight to win the Christmas Template Set that Missouri Star Quilt Company graciously gifted me to give away. I'll be hosting "Santas Christmas Cookie Party" hostess gifts starting tomorrow on quilt blog using these adorable templates. I've already started "Santas SN-UGLY Sweater Dinner Party" runner on blog too. Tis the Season y'all :-) My link to MSQC on home page w/ save you 20% off $50. or more in August on most items for your sewing/crafting/quilting supplies. Don't forget to check out their tutorials for inspiration too. Come join the fun & thanks so much for following!

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Here's all you need...

* Pre-cooked Fajita Chicken (shredded)

* 1 (10 0z.) can Old El Paso Red Enchilada Sauce (mild)

* Large low carb flour tortillas

* Shredded Cheese (your fav)

* Sour creme (optional but d'lish)

* Pinch of humor :-)

Here's all you do...

* Mix shredded chicken and enchilada sauce together until evenly coated.

* Heat until warm in microwave (slightly over so it doesn't splat everywhere)

Tip...warm in small increments,,,heats up fast

* Place 2-3 Tb. of enchilada mixture in center of tortilla....sprinkle cheese on top and wrap closed.

* Fry in pan on low-medium heat until evenly browned on both sides.

Or....cover and warm in microwave. (Microwave temps vary) I do short spurts :-)

Add beans or whatever your family desires...very fast & versatile recipe!

I don't add seasoning due to the enchilada sauce. But I do love garnishing with Sour creme light on top.

Serve with a side salad & you are good to go! :-)

Enjoy & talk soon,

Cat

Give-a-way w/ MSQC Christmas Template Set!

 Hey y'all...hope your week is going great. I'm thrilled to share this fun & exciting news with y'all. Missouri Star Quilt Company has "gifted" me this adorble "Christmas Template Set" to give a way to one lucky winner. Y'all they are super cute...adorable & come with a small verseion "nestled" within each template design. All you need to do to enter is follow me on Instagram (link upper right on home page) & MSQC & all the fun rules to enter are posted today. Y'all can you imagine how much fun you'll have creating Holiday projects with these adorable templates. I've been using the "Sweater template" on my "Santas SN-UGLY Sweater Dinner Party" table runner. The possibilites are endless....pillows...trivets for Holiday entertaining....super cute quilt design??? Who knows what I'll be sharing next :-) You can view all the dimentions of the templates on MSQC webiste. They also host a lot of Inspirational projects & tutorials for the Holidays too. Plus don't forget if you need supplies my link to MSQC w/save you 20% off $50. or more on most supplies for the month of August. What an exciting month we're already having ;-) Thanks so much for following & the deadline to enter for the give-a-way on my Instagram page is August 11th (Sunday) at midnight. Good luck! :-)

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Missouri Star Christmas Template Bundle Set 2...

Another great Monday w/Misty Doan "Sweet Violet Quilt"

 Hey y'all...hope your Monday is off to a great start. I used to dread Mondays...weekends went by too fast but now I look forward to Monday's with Misty Doan. Misty shares a design & tutorial every Monday. She's a fabulous quilt designer and you'll be inspired when you watch her tutorials. The "Sweet Violet Blossom" quilt pattern can be purchased at Missouri Star Quilt Company and/or watch her tutorial as well. The pattern is using Kona cotton fabric and it comes together quickly using 15" squares. The pattern is Jelly Roll friendly too. You know me I'm always thinking..."wouldn't this make a fun table runner?" Check out her tutorial and my link to MSQC (upper right on home page) will save you 20% off $50. or more in August on most supplies. Pop on over to my quilt blog too....Phase 2 is posted for my "Santas SN-UGLYSweater Dinner Party!" This is a fun 7 fast project and is beginner friendly too! Thanks so much for following and check back soon. We have a fun month ahead :-)

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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"Santas SN-UGLY SWEATER DINNER PARTY!"

 Hey y'all...hope all is going well. I've been project catching up and trying to stay calm with this crazy hurricane season. I'll be sharing some fun recipes and projects for the month of August. I'm hosting a SN-UGLY Sweater Dinner Party on my quilt blog and supplies listed today. It will be a fun-ctional table runner for entertaining. I'm also re-doing my sewing room and will be sharing fun and easy designs to make as well. It's not too early to think about your Holiday projects. I can't believe August is here and summer is almost over. I don't know about y'all but this summer has flown by way to fast. I do my projects in moderation due to my back issues and most of my projects these days are very easy to follow & fast. Even my recipes have been a bit easier. You can't stand long in the kitchen with back issues but that's o.k. too. Most of the time families are hustling between games...activities for kiddos so fast & d'lish recipes seems to benefit everyone these days :-) I hope you pop on over to my quilt blog and join me on this super fun Christmas project. All the supplies can be found on Missouri Star Quilt Company and my link on home page will save you 20% off $50. or more on most supplies for the month of August. This super cute pattern by MSQC even comes with a free template download to make the sweaters. Keep checking in with me cause we have a fun-tastic month ahead. Thanks so much for following!

Blessed Cooking from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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