Rice is a staple of the Brazilian diet, and there are thousands of ways to prepare it. For something with a little more flavor, color, and health benefits than your common white rice, try out this recipe. Write a comment letting us know if you loved it, or what twists on plain rice you enjoy. Ingredients: • 1 cup long-grain white rice ( I love basmati rice) • 2 tablespoons minced onion • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil • 1 teaspoon salt • 2 cups hot water Directions: 1. Wash, measure, and mince your ingredients. 2 & 3. Heat the oil in a…
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We Heart Eco Friendly
After watching Fuel, an amazing documentary, I decided to post some eco friendly products that could make a great gift idea for a host/hostess, family, friends or anybody we love. Let’s do our part and take care of Mother Earth. Take your own bag to the grocery store, fill your own water bottle, take your own coffee cup to get filled in Starbucks or even better make your own at home. 1. TOMS shoes – With every pair sold, TOMS donates a new pair of shoes to a child in need. Comfortable, stylish and socially conscious. 2. Ecotools brushes – The best drugstore brushes! This 5 piece set comes with…
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Bohemian chic: Amy Butler fabrics
Fabrics always take me back to my childhood, going to all the fabric stores with my mom and being fascinated by the rows and rows of colorful fabrics. They also remind me of my beloved grandma, who was always surrounded by fabrics. She sewed with love the most charming patchwork bedspreads that she always donated to our local public children’s hospital. Amy Butler is one of my favorite textile designers. All her fabrics make me want to learn how use a sewing machine, and someday make a throw pillow, placemat, or even a light summer dress with her stunning fabrics. I’m always inspired by her playful bohemian designs. For anyone…
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Mason Jars Love
Recently I bought a box of Mason Jars, and besides using for homemade tomato sauce, I love the creative uses I’ve seen them put to. We love that they’re so multi-functional and cheap, and with a little ingenuity they can become a chic centerpiece. You can save them up from empty jars you use at home, pick them up for pennies at a thrift store, or buy a dozen of them at a mega-store for just a few bucks. Here are a few of my favorite uses, and steps to make a DIY soap or lotion pump that’s perfect for the summer, or a gift. Coincidentally, yesterday after I’d prepped…