Blog Party Sunday -- Share Your Handmades

Welcome to our Blog Party Sunday.    We would love to have you show us what you are crafting.

You are allowed to add 3 links each week to your shops or your blog.

The rules are simple:

1. Follow our blog

2. Handmade items only.

3. You may list up to 3 items each week.

4. Family friendly items only.

The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops,  post about it on your  blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.

Just click on the Add Your Link button below and add your items.

And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.

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Recipe - Grilled Chicken Skewers

It's summer and I love just about anything that can be grilled. Today, I'd like to share my recipe for marinated grilled chicken skewers.

Here's what you'll need.

About 1-1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast - cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 c. Worcestershire Sauce
1/2 c. White Sugar
1/4 c. Water
1 T. Olive Oil
1/3 c. Pineapple Juice

Combine liquid ingredients with sugar, stir to dissolve, add chicken and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Thread chicken onto skewers leaving a bit of space in between the pieces. Grill over pre-heated grill turning often until done... about 20 mins.

I also grilled green, red, yellow and orange peppers and pineapple chunks. 

Today's Featured Shop -- Danielle's Corner

Todays featured shop is Danielle's Corner.     Danielle specializes in rustic wedding decorations made from burlap and lace.   Burlap and lace is such a pretty cottage chic look.

Burlap table runner wedding table runner with light beige lace rustic chic

Burlap place mats with lace rustic farmhouse country table decor

Wedding garland decoration linen flowers 

 Burlap table runner pastel blue and white lace rustic beach house farmhouse decor

Be sure and visit Danielle's shop to see all her handmade items.  
http://www.etsy.com/shop/DaniellesCorner

Handmade Spotlight - Cool Summer.

Check out this great selection of cool summer items. You can view this entire treasury 

by Clicking Here, or you can click on each item to see it in greater detail.

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NEEDLES-N-PINS STITCHERIES- MAKE IT AMERICANA

You may call it Americana or Patriotic, but for us in the United States we call it Independence Day!! In honor of the Fourth of July this year I thought I would share this Americana decorating idea with all of you. I read it in the The Country Register of Minnesota.

When you think of Americana, all things red, white and blue come to mind. Bringing the patriotic spirit into your home can be as easy as hanging an American flag. Incorporate a few of these ideas to give your home warmth and style this summer. :)

 

Early American décor, such as spinning wheels, vintage quilts, historical documents and presidential portraits will give your room a historical look and patriotic feel.

For a rustic/country-inspired look, add primitive folk art – flags, stars and folksy motifs in red, white and blue. Amish barn stars, rusty star garlands, a rustic wooden flag and small American flags tucked into crocks or baskets will complement any room and add instant flair. Place a potted red geranium in a small crock for an instant pop of color.

 

If the traditional colors of red, white and blue do not flow with your décor, try using slightly different shades like burgundy instead of red, antique cream instead of white or country blue instead of the traditional blue.  Use coffee stained table runners, linens or other items in patriotic themes to tone down the colors. This will give them an antique or primitive look.

Showcase your items against a neutral backdrop. Displaying them against a wallpapered wall will only create a busy scene. Your collections will already be colorful by themselves. Put them up against a neutral background so they can take center stage. Americana is based on the simplicity of country. Keep it simple.

Remember, patriotic décor does not have to be just for the Fourth of July. Our love of the past goes hand-in-hand with celebrating our country’s birthday. Hope some of these ideas inspire you to get busy decorating your home to celebrate the wonderful holiday of our independence.

                                                                      COLLEEN :)

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