Menu Planning and Crafty Things
I’ve gotten back into menu planning the past few weeks. I haven’t been sharing them with you because I forget and then it’s too late. Anyway, I’m not going to bore you with the whole menu this week but I thought I’d let you know that I’m back at it and it makes a huge difference in our lives, especially being able to start prep in the morning when it’s not too hot yet, and Eden’s not too cranky, and I”m not too tired to stand in the kitchen.
I did make these for supper tonight and they were delish! Got the idea off Pinterest…my newest obsession.
I recently did some crafty projects too! I bought a few large frames at an op shop (second hand store) and fixed them up to be functional. I didn’t really get before pictures but we have a few to share.
Painting the Ballet Bears
Cut up paint chips and glued them to the back, painted the frame, and put it back together
The finished product!
We're using it as a white board - currently for meal planning!
Painting the back of another frame with chalkboard paint
Also painted the frame, put it back together and hung!
and can we really have a blog post without a cute picture of Eden?
And that’s it. I’m off to bed. For all you Aussies out there stay cool, for all you Canadians stay warm and drink a hot drink for me, preferable in front of a fire!
I love your blogs. I am always so excited when I see a new one up. When I get home today, I am going to do a little more research with Pinterest and see if I can figure it out. Love to see you doing some crafty things and always love the pics of Eden!! She is so, so sweet. Love you tons. Mom
You are SO crafty, Kathryn!! Wow, I love your whiteboard and the frame!! Wonderful ideas! I took a crafty workshop today and it continues tomorrow too. I’ll be sharing about it tomorrow or the next day
Sounds like fun!
I totally agree that menu planning is the way to go. It saves money and helps you keep your sanity (knowing at least what we are eating gives me a bit of control when life can be chaotic). I would love for you to share more of the meals you plan! It’s always great to get some fresh ideas.
Also, I’ve been meaning to make a blackboard out of a frame to use as our menu board. Thanks for the reminder!
You’re amazing, Kathryn, know that???? I went to a sewing course on the weekend and made a pair of sealskin slippers.
take care!
Love,
Bonnie
thanks Bonnie:) ohhh seal skin slippers, perfect for the winter! Did you make them to fit you or just small baby ones? I love the ones that Christa made that I have for Eden!
Your paint chip frame should be on Pinterest!
Cool Kathryn! I love pinterest too!
I guess the time is almost here??!
Your looking amazing with that almost ready to pop belly
Christa
due to arrive feb 28!
Love your crafts!! What great ideas, I especially like the chalk board one.
Always great to hear from you.:)
Kathryn, You are looking great!! Less than 5 weeks to go now
Would love to see what ideas you have for decorating the baby’s room, and Eden’s, with these frames. I just saw a recipe for chocolate cake using chickpeas instead of flour that I thought you might like to try, so I will send it on. Hugs & kisses to Eden from Nana & Grampy xoxo
Wow, great crafty ideas! I love the idea of keeping a board up with “things we like to eat”… great for menu planning time! And post your plans! Sharing ideas is fun, not boring
You look fabulous. xo
I pinned the cheesy quinoa bites the other day so I’m delighted to hear they were a success for you! I think I might try making them now. Thanks for sharing your craft ideas – they are quite awesome!