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The Power of Intention When you’re clear on your intention, you take inspired action that’s in alignement with your words and truth. You also quickly manifest what you desire because…
The Power of Intention
When you’re clear on your intention, you take inspired action that’s in alignement with your words and truth. You also quickly manifest what you desire because you’re clearly putting out words and actions that are in alignment with the thing you want to attract into your life.
As we move towards the blank slate, that is presented to us as a new year, I am empowered by the possibilities. 2018 was a wonderful year- a year of new experiences, a year of learning and a year of encouragement. Looking forward I am excited to build on that foundation here on the blog, move forward with new adventures and make time for myself and my family a priority.
As we watch the ball drop on a great year and ring in a new one I want to be perfectly clear with myself and the universe. It is time to set my intentions to create a year worth mention.
#Self-Care
Self-care is a term that got big for me in 2018. To define self-care: The act of taking time for yourself, forging your own path and making yourself a priority. In 2019 I am going to make more effort on me. This intention includes taking care of my physical body and taking care of my emotional body. For the physical body, I intend on increasing my activities levels (finallllllly using the gym membership 🙄😅) and taking the leap into the Keto Diet. This should be fun — stay tuned! 🙃 Next, for my emotional body, time in meditation and time spent doing things I LOVE are high on the list.
I Can Do Anything NOT Everything
Next is a big one, that seems to be on my list of intentions more and more. However, I believe I have improved over the years, but of course, there is always room for more. Therefore, moving into the new year I intend on using my calendar to be more efficient with time and keep me on schedule. By planning ahead my intention is to avoid over obligation and prioritize my list of opportunities. In keeping the list in front of me and in context, I believe I will better manage my time.
Handrafted
This blog has been such a great adventure over the past year. I have returned to my crafty soul, I have connected with wonderful people and I have created opportunities for myself. The most exciting announcement of 2019 is that I will be joining the Young Living Family! I have used Essential Oils consistently for about two years and have fallen more and more in faith with them. I have learned so much and am eager to learn more – and of course, share my journey with you!
Throughout the next year on the blog, I intend on widening my network, refining my brand and keeping one foot in front of the other. As a dreamer, it is easy for me to jump to the ‘happily ever after’, as January nears I intend to stay focused and work in the moment.
Family Time is the BEST Time
2019 is a big year for our family. Our daughter will start her senior year of high school in the fall. With that comes all the emotions, ones I can’t even grasp yet ðŸ˜. Looking to 2019 I intend on taking every available opportunity to play together and make memories as a family. We have some fun plans here and there and a whole lot of spontaneity in the middle. Reveling in the moment whether it is big or small is my intention for the year. From soaking in – the belly laughs, the boo-boos that need bandaging and the wonder of her becoming a woman – it is going to be a wondrous year!
What are your intentions for the new year?
Blessing for a happy, healthy and prosperous new year to you and yours.
xo,
C
When it comes to Christmas, anything and everything I can do ahead of time is golden. This Tater-Tot Breakfast Casserole is prepared the night before and then thrown in the…
When it comes to Christmas, anything and everything I can do ahead of time is golden. This Tater-Tot Breakfast Casserole is prepared the night before and then thrown in the oven about an hour before breakfast. Making it the perfect way to get out of the kitchen and back with those that you love on Christmas morning!
The first step is to brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet. While that is cooking in a separate bowl, add eggs, seasoning and milk. Whisk together until eggs are broken up and evenly mixed.
For seasoning, this recipe calls for Salt, Mustard Powder and Montreal Steak Seasoning (which of course is great on everythinggggg).
Drain the cooked sausage on to a plate lined with paper towel. Then cook the bacon in the leftover sausage grease. Once cooked cut the bacon into bite-size pieces.
Spread the sausage and bacon evenly on the bottom of a 9×13 pan then cover in cheese. My family chose to add green chilies, this flavor is optional.
Pour the egg mixture over the meat and cheese.
Carefully arrange tater-tots to cover the top. Seal tightly with saran wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight. 
Christmas morning preheat the oven to 350*. Remove the saran wrap, sprinkle with cheese and place in the oven for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.
Once out of the oven let rest for 15 minutes before serving.
What does your family eat on Christmas? Do you make a big breakfast?
Enjoy, Merry Christmas!
xo,
C
Tater-Tot Breakfast Casserole
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb Breakfast Sausage
- 4 strips Bacon
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Milk
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Powder
- 1 tsp Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 1 pinch Salt
- 2 cup Shredded Cheese
- 1 bag Tater-tots
- 2 Green Chiles optional
Instructions
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Brown sausage in large skillet.
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Drain sausage on a paper towel lined plate.
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Cook bacon in excess sausage grease.
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Combine eggs, milk, seasoning in a separate bowl.
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Layer sausage, bacon and cheese in the bottom of a 9x13 pan. (Add chiles if desired)
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Pour the egg mixture evenly over the meat and cheese.
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Layer the top with tater-tots.
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Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator overnight.
Next Day
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Preheat oven to 350*F.
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Remove from fridge and sprinkle with cheese.
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Place casserole in the oven, middle rack. Cooke for 35 minutes.
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Remove from oven and let sit for 15 minutes.
Lately, I have seen these fun string art pieces all over Etsy, Hobby Lobby and of course Instagram. They add such character to a room with a strong sense of…
Lately, I have seen these fun string art pieces all over Etsy, Hobby Lobby and of course Instagram. They add such character to a room with a strong sense of personal touch.
As I decorate my home for the holidays I keep finding holes in my decor. Holes that need to be filled by DIY of course!
From a piece of wood to a beautiful piece of art, this project was wonderful! I cannot wait to do it again for the next season!
Items you will need:
- Wood (I used one piece 4.5″ x 14.5″ and one 8.5″ x 8″)
- .75″ nails (with a nail head)
- Embroidery floss or crochet thread
- Hammer
- Tape
I purchased this nail assortment at Hobby Lobby, but I am sure you can find them elsewhere.
I chose to use a grey crochet thread with silver sparkle. I wanted my pieces to be neutral enough to transition to January without issue.
Next print your template:
- JOY/HOHO
- Snowflake
- Tree
Next, cut your design to fit your wood. Once aligned secure the template by lightly taping down the corners.
Begin securing a nail at each point on the design. Continue around the design until all spots have a nail.
Once complete, begin slowly tearing the paper template away from the wood.
Finally get your string handy. Tie a not at your starting point and then snake through the nails exposing the design.
On the letter sign, I overlapped the string to create a pattern. This pattern was not planned it’s just the way the project flowed. Stringing the pieces was very methodical and relaxing.
On the snowflake, I went around a total of three times, where the Joy I was more attentive to pattern than a number of passes. For the next project, I plan to use multiple colors of string and add several more layers for a fun look.
Plan to give string art a try?
Tag me on Instagram (@handrafted) for a Shout Out!
Happy Crafting!
xo,
C
If you are anything like me by now your stomach is upset from too much sugar, your fingers are raw from the tape dispenser and they’re starting to use the…
If you are anything like me by now your stomach is upset from too much sugar, your fingers are raw from the tape dispenser and they’re starting to use the “bag trick” on your debit card to make it work. 😬 The holidays are always so stressful; so much to do and it seems like there is enough time to do it.
Que the inevitable teacher gifts. Don’t get me wrong teachers deserve all the gifts in the world for putting up with our angel children 🙃 and making them into functioning adults. Buuuuut teacher gifts tend to sneak up on me. Enter this 2018 gift hack, the printable gift card tag. Below you will find four different designs featuring Target, Amazon and Starbucks (all #winners). Pick up your gift cards at the grocery, print these fun tags and voila – a put together MOY (Mom of the Year) teacher gift!
Bonus attach them to a box of chocolates and your son or daughter will be set for the next semester. 😉
For Target Tags
For Amazon Tags
For Starbucks Tags
For Another Amazon Tag
If this download helped you get through teacher gifts
this holiday season please consider pinning the above!
Thank you for stopping in!
Happy Holidays Friends!
xo,
C