My husband and I are running all over the south Chicago suburbs while visiting my Mother-In-Law for the next few days. I hope to have some great things to show you all later and a few things are already in progress. I realize I have been somewhat quiet but I left my camera behind due to some issues it started having right before I left and we forgot the cables for the fancy camera my hubby has. Go figure my card reader built into the laptop doesn’t read his card either. So after I get a card reader maybe I can actually show you some deals later. I am having a great time without my kids in tow (can’t remember the last time that happened) and I will try to pop on later and show you some great stuff. Until then have a great day!
So Sorry!
December 28, 2009 By 2 Comments
I am so sorry for any confusion about where my blog has been. I finalized the switch over to word press and it ran alright at first. Something happened (we don’t know what) and thanks to Troy over at GoDaddy it is fixed and you can now find MyRedApron once again. Thank you for your patience and understanding. I hope to get going again without huge issues. I know things aren’t completely finalized with the transfer and bear with me it will all get done but it might be a couple weeks as we are headed out today for some family gathering time. Have a great day! ~ Heather
Betty Crocker Cupcake Icing Review
December 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
Recently I received 2 cans (red & green) of Betty Crocker Cupcake Icing. Last night Andrew, Kyle and I being stuck at home in the snow made Christmas cupcakes. Now I am not experienced at cake decorating at all but the tips that come with the cupcake icing are fairly easy to get the hang of.
Kyle enjoyed playing with the writing tip!
I first played with the star tip just trying to get the hang of things and next time I will place my stars a bit closer together but for the first try this isn’t too bad.
And I tried to get a bit creative not sure if it turned out like I pictured but here is my attempt at a poinsetta.
While I had fun learning to use the tips and I think it is a great idea for a product I think the icing would be better used as an accent instead of using it to completely frost a cupcake. I prefer a closer to homemade frosting flavor and this is lacking a bit in that area. The colors are vivid and the ease of use is good. Maybe if in the future I could get flavored icing I would be more likely to buy this product.
I received 2 cans of Betty Crocker Cupcake Icing for review purposes the opinions are 100% mine.
Stretching The One Income Dollar
December 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
We are coming close to the time of year where people start making resolutions and with the economy being the way it is I am sure that several of you will be making some financial resolutions this next year. With that in mind you should really check out the book Stretching the One Income Dollar. It is full of tips on how to save and stretch your hard earned dollars to make it possible to live on one income. There are several testimonies from people living on one income from all social classes. I really like how the book is layed out similar to an index. If you are looking for food tips you just look through the F chapter. Also, this book was written by a Canadian mom and several tips are aimed at those of you who live in Canada but can be similarly applied world wide.
Make sure to stop by Stretching the One Income Dollar and get your copy today! The printed book runs $14.95 and the ebook is only $5.00 what a great deal!
A copy of the E-book was provided by One Income Dollar for review purposes.
Delayed Holidays
December 24, 2009 By 1 Comment
Christmas day is going to be a quiet time this year. While my hubby made it to work today we will not be leaving tonight as we normally do. We could likely get where we needed to go but it is highly unlikely that everyone could make it home. The decision has been made to postpone things until the weekend. I am not debating what I can do to make Christmas a little special here at home since we already have the presents open since we were planning on being gone. Here is what I can think of so far and there are only three of us here anyway.
- Our special hot apple cidar recipe in a carafe for easy warm drinking.
- Kyle and I might make Jesus some birthday cupcakes and decorate them.
- I made a turkey the other day and we have leftovers so I will likely make Andrew his favorite chicken and dumplings only with turkey.
- We may try to find another Christmas movie to watch although I am not sure we have many left unwatched around here it may require renting one or two.
- I now have more time for my new Your Shape
Wii game (look for my House Party post around 1/9)
- And of course I might stop by and blog something or other!
I hope you holiday plans are working out fine!
