Lets monkey around!

I love crafting of all kinds and I am always super excited when I get a strange request to commission something out of the box.  I have done fabric dog Elizabethan collars, flower girl dresses made from heirloom wedding gowns … Continue reading

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Homemade Enchilada Sauce!

There are a few things that are “go to” recipes. It seems I usually always have the ingredients to make them, but sometimes I find that I am missing just one key ingredient and it drives me bonkers! One of … Continue reading

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A fish out of water!

Don’t worry, I will get back on track and start talking coupon talk again soon. I was a little distracted by family stuff, crafty stuff and of course Penelope. Not to mention that the stores are rewriting their coupon policies, … Continue reading

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Crockpot Veggie Lentil Stew: Older baby Nummies part 6

As Penelope gets older it seems like it is harder and harder to get veggies into her. She always wants to skip ahead to the fruit and sweet stuff, that’s why this recipe is such a great way to get … Continue reading

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Vegetable Orzo: Older baby nummies part 5

This particular recipe has been a big hit with my little one! I also love it and sneak bites of hers when I prepare it for her. It would make a great dish to serve your whole family as a … Continue reading

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Happy Easter 2011!

This past Sunday was Easter!  It was technically Penelope’s second Easter holiday but it felt like it was her first. Last year she was just a tiny newborn and we were so tired and worn out that it didn’t even … Continue reading

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Curly Q Pasta Marinara: Older baby nummies part 4

Marinara pasta is a fun, messy food to give your little one. It is a vibrant color and when paired with a fun noodle shape it can spark the curiousity in your rug rat.  Often times the packaged marinara sauce … Continue reading

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Macaroni and Cheese: Older baby nummies part 3

This macaroni and cheese recipe is pretty much the same one I use to make delicious meals for my husband and I. In this baby version, I tweaked a few ingredients to make it baby friendly. The Recipe You will … Continue reading

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Cinnamon Banana Oat Cookies: Older baby Nummies Part 2

Very little smells better than a loaf of homemade banana bread baking in the oven. This recipe helps to capture that essence in a healthy, easy to make (and vegan friendly) baby cookie. Let me warn you…you may find yourself … Continue reading

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Older baby Nummies!

A while back I posted a series of blogs on how to make delicious, affordable organic baby foods. The recipes consisted of soft mashed items and gooey purees, however as Penelope has gotten older her tastes have matured. She now … Continue reading

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