memoir

There Was An Old Woman Who Lived In A Shoe...

2011-08-23T15:39:00.000-06:00

My my my, so many beautiful shoes! A girl can't pick just one, so here are 10 of my favorites for fall. I'm sorry but I can't help but talk about fall - it's in all the stores and magazines yet it's still 100 degrees outside, really this should be remedied - I don't want to be tempted to buy sweaters when I have to wait 2 months to wear them. Who's with me?!

The Bold Flavor of Red

2011-08-17T10:41:00.000-06:00

Q's Creative Blog Hop

2011-08-04T16:33:00.004-06:00

Baby "Congrats" Card

I decided to go very monochromatic on this card. Pink on top of pink on top of pink - can you get any more girlie?!

Baby Shower Invitation

I really loved creating this invite for my good friends baby shower. I drew inspiration from one of Sue Neal's Fresh Picked cards {click here to see}. Thanks Sue, for always giving me inspiration in my work!

Check out Sue's blog {HERE}

Quirk in the Kitchen

2011-08-01T18:12:00.001-06:00

Items from:

ModCloth.com

Anthropologie.com

UrbanOutfitters.com

So Refreshing

2011-07-28T14:54:00.001-06:00

The all natural, pure fruit juice and sparkling water - Yumm!

Not only do I love the packaging because they make great party drinks but the flavors are fabulous.

Here are some fun recipes for a little refreshment these hot July days.

more info here: {IZZE.COM}

I guess it's time to throw a party (even if it is party of one)!

My Man Otis

2011-07-25T14:42:00.001-06:00

Otis Redding could do no wrong in my eyes. With so much soul, emotion and heart in his voice and words, I just can't help but love every one of his songs. This post is to give you a little taste of Otis and I'm sure you will love him like I do.

Is there anything better then when you combine
great music with great dancing? {This dance really captures the essence of Otis' music}

And I just couldn't talk about Otis without posting this song - it quite possibly could be my favorite song of all time {and that's saying a lot!}

(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding

Maternity Style

2011-07-21T15:07:00.001-06:00

Who says you can't be pregnant and look great?!

Destination:

2011-07-18T16:20:00.003-06:00

*Monte Carlo, Monaco

{check out this vacay site}

*Staying @ Hotel Monte-Carlo Bay

{check out their site}

*Must see film to prepare for trip: Heartbreaker

Heartbreaker is a light-hearted, clever, french comedy that I fell in love with. Most of the movie is set in Monte Carlo and it just made me want to take this amazing vacation. You simply must put this on your Netflix queue.
{Click here to enjoy a little clip...}

Sweets Delievered To Your Door - I Die!

2011-07-11T13:27:00.002-06:00

Eat Boutique! (click for the recipe and others too)

Cake Monkey (click for more individual sized cakes - one just for me!)

John & Kira's (click to see bugs & bee's)

Liddabit Sweets (click for caramels galore)

Eleni's New York (click to see endlessly themed cookies)

John & Kira's (click to see pistachio toffee)

Is there anything better than great treats without the dishes?! You simply must check out these sweet sites and order a little treat for your special occasion {or just because}.

From My Design File...

2011-07-07T11:41:00.000-06:00

I think everyone should keep a design file where you put things that inspire you and make you happy. Just start tearing things out of magazines and printing pictures then store them in one file. When you're looking for inspiration you'll have the perfect place to find it.

It's okay if your style or taste changes - my does all the time - just edit your file as you go. Right now I seem to be drawn to older pieces, rooms that have character and a slightly muted palate (can you tell?).

Chandler The Robot

2011-06-30T14:22:00.001-06:00

I discovered these unique pieces recently and just feel in love with their personality and character. Meg (the designer) has given great detail to every inch of her jewelry.

Check out Chandler The Robot's BLOG & ETSY shop

{you can purchase Meg's pieces at both}.

Oversized Moss Letter Tutorial from Dear Lillie

2011-06-20T11:02:00.005-06:00

1). First, draw your letter on a piece of cardboard.

It's okay if you mess up because you are going to be covering it with moss anyway. It may help to use a ruler for any straight lines or to make guides for curves (I made a C for my mom and a D for one of my sisters to cut out and used a ruler to make sure my curves were the same width where I started as they were at the end).

2) Cut your letter out using scissors or a box cutter.

I was lazy and didn't feel like getting up to get my box cutter so I just used scissors. It worked fine, but it would have gone much more quickly had I just gotten up and gone to the garage and gotten my box cutter. In my defense, though, I made this the day before I had Lorelei so I was not exactly full of energy!

3) Now start up in one corner and put some hot glue on the cardboard.
(Work in small sections so the glue doesn't harden before you attach the moss.)

4) Now place the sheet of moss over the glue.

You want it to overlap the cardboard - do NOT trim it! (If you can't find moss in sheets like this you can refer to THIS tutorial on how to proceed with regular "clumps" of moss).

5) Cover the whole letter.

It doesn't need to be perfect or even close to it! Just make sure it is completely covered and you have enough around the edges to fold over onto the back.

6) Now flip it over.

In retrospect I wish I had even more moss overlapping but it was my first time and I was just "winging it" so I wasn't sure what I was doing. In the future I will have it overlap even more.

7) Use more hot glue and fold over the edges onto the back.

8) You'll have to slice the corner areas a bit to get them to fold over.

9) Once the edges are all folded and glued start adding glue and "patching in" the empty spots with strips of moss.

Keep going!

And there you have it!

Check out this amazing blog with lots of great ideas and design!

DearLillieBlog.blogspot.com

Song Of The Day

2011-06-16T11:52:00.005-06:00

Simon & Garfunkel - El Condor Pasa
Oh, Paul & Art (we're on a first name basis)...need I say more.

It's A Framer!

2011-06-13T14:18:00.001-06:00

I like to take pictures of nature and the beauty that surrounds me. Sometimes I get a photo that I just fall in love with and I think to myself "that's a framer." Then I edit the photo to enhance the colors, print it out and frame it! What a personal and cost effective way to decorate.

Star's Casual Style

2011-06-10T10:14:00.000-06:00

Lyle Owerko Photography

2011-06-06T10:42:00.002-06:00

Click {HERE} to check out more of

his amazing work

Sarah Richardson Design

2011-05-26T10:54:00.001-06:00

I love her method. Sarah attends estate sales and finds old, quality pieces of furniture and gives them new life through paint and upholstery. She gives great advice and it's so fun seeing the process of an

entire house going from outdated to new and fresh.

Check out more of her designs on HGTV and {HERE} on her site.

I've Got a Brand New Pair of Rollerskates

2011-05-23T12:04:00.000-06:00

This is just charming...thanks to my grandpa for playing it every 5 seconds during Thanksgiving weekend and getting it stuck in everyone's head.

I'm Off to the Pool!

2011-05-19T14:48:00.001-06:00

It's the perfect shopping list!

Outdoor Living (insert the smells of outdoors)

2011-05-16T12:16:00.001-06:00

Backyard BBQ


Items from Ballard Designs, West Elm and Williams-Sonoma

Seaside Supper

Items from West Elm and Williams-Sonoma

I really enjoying seamlessly extending indoor living to the outdoors and letting your surroundings inspire you.

Singin' In The Rain

2011-05-12T12:06:00.000-06:00

The Amazing Gene Kelly and Donald O'Conner

The costumes, the dancing, the romance - perfection!

Tropical Vacay Please {what could be more inspiring?}

2011-05-09T10:16:00.001-06:00

Destination: Playa del Carmen, MEXICO

Hotel: Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Check out this great location on Jetsetter {CLICK HERE} and if you're asked to sign up for an account don't hesitate, they constantly have amazing travel deals!

Oh La La...Velvet!

2011-05-05T10:27:00.002-06:00

I love how this material really glams things up so effortlessly.

Don Oehl Illustrations

2011-05-02T13:29:00.004-06:00

Check out more of his work at DonOehl.com

and while you're there make sure to send an e-card!

A Kate Spade Bike {With A Bag}

2011-04-28T12:04:00.002-06:00

Love it!!!
Check it out at Adeline Adeline

*and while you're there check out their other great bikes

Ahh...Blue and White

2011-04-25T18:44:00.002-06:00

Oh so refreshing and crisp!
I love this combo so much that guess what my wedding colors were - yep, blue and white.

My Mood Board

2011-04-21T12:01:00.001-06:00

Real People, Real Clothes

2011-04-20T13:51:00.001-06:00

Check out thesartorialist.blogspot.com

"New" Blog

2011-04-20T13:47:00.002-06:00

Yes, my blog has had a makeover. I got to the point where I wasn’t enjoying what I was writing about and so I decided that it was time for a change. Inspiration is necessary when you are asked to create everyday, especially on days that I feel less then inspired. So my “new” blog is dedicated to things that inspire me. Design, food, fashion, music, the arts, nature, travel and everything else in-between, you’ll see it all here. My hope is that inspiration to create {in any form} will come from my blog.

Cheers!

The Eagles

2011-04-12T14:23:00.009-06:00

While many kids in their youth were listening to cheesy kid appropriate music I was being educated on the great music from the 60’s and 70’s. I listened to everything from The Mamas and the Papas to Simon & Garfunkel, The Beatles to Cat Stevens, Styx to Otis Redding I could go on forever. I seemed to be stuck a few decades behind everyone else when it came to music. I discovered the music of the 80’s (hello Heart & Bon Jovi) when I was in middle school and finally caught up to current music in high school. I have come to appreciate music from every age and still listen to the good ol’ classics I grew up on.

For some reason one band was always a step above the rest. When I listen to their music I constantly discover something new I love about them. Yes, it’s The Eagles. The greatest story tellers out there (remember Hotel California). Oh, and their love songs are just perfection (Love Will Keep Us Alive & The Best of My Love to name a few). And who couldn’t get up and dance to Heartache Tonight? I love the little country style in The Eagles music that just gives it a raw edge. It’s one of my dreams to see them live in concert; hopefully I’ll get that chance someday. Until then I want my kids to be exposed to the greats of the past, so on with the education!

Nailed It!

2011-03-25T14:35:00.001-06:00

So spring is here and one of the first things I want to do is wear sandals. I don’t know if my feet are sick of socks and heavy boots but they just want a breath of fresh air. While I love getting pedicures and manicures sometimes it is just easier (and cheaper) to give yourself the perfect polish. I love OPI’s color and quality. They have so many options and on their website {click here to go to OPI's website} you can see exactly what the color will look like before you buy. Painting your nails is like getting your hair done, you feel like a new women with a great refreshing nail color. Here are a few colors we must try for spring.

I have always believed that a good nail color can make the best sandal that much better!

Easter Treats

2011-03-15T12:36:00.002-06:00

Okay – yes, I am talking about candy again. But you can’t expect Easter to come and go and have me not to talk about my favorite Easter candy. While jellybeans, chocolate and peanut butter bunnies and colorful malt balls that stain your lips and tongue are all great, my absolute favorite Easter candy is the Cadbury Mini Eggs. And I know I’m not alone here. As soon as Valentines Day is over, out come the pinks, greens, and yellows along with baskets, fake grass and colored egg kits. The seasonal aisle is one of my favorite aisles at the grocery store especially when it contains Cadbury Mini Eggs!

Now for that perfect basket to put them in…I like this one.

Check out this LINK for a step by step on how to make the fabric Easter basket - from Moda Bake Shop.

David Yurman

2011-03-08T13:42:00.005-07:00

I love jewelry. I mean, what woman doesn’t? There are so many brands and so many options but I’m always drawn to David Yurman’s chunky yet classic jewelry. There are too many beautiful pieces that really, they must be collected.

Now if the price tag was a little better! But there is no need to wait for someone to gift it to you, I love the idea of women buying their own jewelry, it's the independent woman in me. Like Destiny's Child said "the rocks I'm rocking, I bought it, 'cause I depend on me if I want it!" (((Did I just quote a Destiny's Child song...oh dear, where did I go wrong.)))

Well...just in case you want to throw your hands up - you can listen here.

{How this post became about independent women instead of jewelry is beyond me}

Memorabilia

2011-02-24T11:53:00.001-07:00

mem o ra bil i a

[mem-er-uh-bil-ee-uh, -bil-yuh]

- plural noun, singular -o rab i le

[-uh-rab-uh-lee]

mementos; souvenirs
matters or event worthy to be remembered; points worthy of note.

When I design albums I must have all the pamphlets, tickets, maps, cards, passes, receipts etc. as possible. These things carry so much character with them. The bent corners and creases add to the style and excite the memories. I am working on a European album and I just love all the ticket stubs that marry beautifully with the photos. My mother had a scrapbook as a teenager and she included fabric swatches from the prom dress she made and posters to road shows. It is one of my favorite books and I am so glad to have the extra element of texture and dimension. In working closely with clients about their photos many feel like no one would be interested in their memories. Well I beg to differ, the generation that follows you will treasure every thought and experience.

I’m joining the Save Everything of Importance then put it in an Album team!

Song Of The Day

2011-02-16T10:56:00.003-07:00

Ocean of Noise - Arcade Fire

Do you ever listen to an album that you’ve had forever and all the sudden a song just jumps out and you think wow, this is a really great song? Well that’s what happened to me the other day. I have heard this song so many times but I never realized how much I loved it until Friday. It’s my song of the moment.

Also, Arcade Fire just won a Grammy for Album of the Year beating Lady Gaga, Eminem & Kate Perry. Go Arcade Fire…

Potter Party

2011-01-31T12:24:00.002-07:00

This past November the first part in the Harry Potter finale was released and many fans flocked to theaters dressed up in their best wizard costume. I have read all the Harry Potter books and consider myself to be a big fan – although I doubt I would ever dress up to see the movie. So you can imagine how excited I was to get invited to a private screening the day before it was to be released. Yes! I was even more pleasantly surprised when I arrived at the theater and there was Honeydukes sashes on the back of each chair, I was offered popcorn, soda and flow powder (fun dip), I was given the most current edition of the Daily Prophet but to enter I had to give them my much needed ticket for the Night Bus (admission ticket). I was thrown into the world of Harry Potter I couldn’t have loved it more!

The DVD comes out in a couple months and I thought that, taking your cue from my experience, a Harry Potter themed party would be so much fun to throw. Invite everyone over for a private screening of the movie, do a contest for the best costume and don’t forget to send them their ticket for the Night Bus or they’ll never make it to your party.

Note: If you don’t know anything about Harry Potter other than he wears big round glasses then just discard everything above (and you’re missing out!).

Design credited to Ferrari Color.

Sundance

2011-01-24T11:47:00.000-07:00

Ah, the things you get to enjoy when you live in Utah – world class snow, amazing hiking and biking trails, gorgeous mountains, Zion’s National Park (just to name one of the National Parks here), the red cliffs, etc. So many great things to enjoy but it’s January now and one of my favorite things to do in January is go to the Sundance Film Festival. There is so much to do and Park City is just packed with people from all over the world. In the last few years I have started attending movies and concerts at the festival and I really enjoy being apart of the excitement. I make sure we go to a premier (the first screening of the movie at the Festival) because the cast attends and there is a Q & A with them after the movie. You get to hear so much more about the whole process of making the movie and get a little slice of the director’s vision. After the festival is over there is buzz about movies that were purchased by major studios and then months later you will see that one of the films is now playing in normal theaters. It is very exciting to be apart of it all and I highly recommend visiting the Sundance Film Festival if you ever get the chance.

All About The Photos

2011-01-10T10:32:00.000-07:00

I have been working on such a wonderful photo album this past month and just love what my clients wanted done. They didn’t want any froof or extras – this album was going to be all about the photos. I fit as many pictures on a 12” by 12” page as possible with a few words explaining the event. I’m really excited to show the client the finished product; especially because this is the first Memoir album they’ve had done. I know they are just going to love it.

2011

2011-01-04T18:10:00.002-07:00

It’s a new year and I swear that time just goes faster and faster with each passing day. Now that 2011 has come along with all our new years resolutions we are going to have to work that much harder to fit them into the hours in the week that are just flying by us. I have thought of my own resolutions and decided they are so unoriginal – like the rest of the world I want to exercise more. I want to adapt it into my lifestyle. I have visions of waking up early and doing Pilates, eating fresh fruit with yogurt for breakfast, organizing the house a little and running a few errands then I’d start my work day. Currently I roll out of bed and start work 5 minutes later. Oh no, during the last 20 seconds I’ve added another goal to my resolutions – use my time more efficiently. I don’t think this blog post is helping. Well I really am excited about 2011 and hope that we all will be able to accomplish something on our resolution list. Lets just start with number 1 and then we’ll see how we feel.

*picture from lonnymag.com

The Best Gift Ever!

2010-12-13T12:23:00.000-07:00

I love designing the smaller 8” x 8” albums. Because of their small size a regular 4” x 6” photo takes up most of the space on the page and the album becomes really picture focused. There is nothing better than being wowed by the photos. This is an 8” x 8” album I am designing for my sister as a Christmas gift for her mother-in-law. I chose to go with all glossy photos and picked three main colors (pink, tan and white). The glossy photos really glitz it up a bit and the ribbon adds softness and texture. I am seriously in love with it and I know that it will be such a memorable gift! Contact us now for pricing info and to get your album created today. Finally you can be the perfect gift giver.

Favorite Holiday Films

2010-12-08T11:23:00.004-07:00

There is nothing better than a classic holiday flick to help you get into the spirit of Christmas. I thought I’d share some of my favorites because you must enjoy them too.

The Holiday – This film has recently become one of my favorites, I think it is the contrast of Christmas in LA and Christmas in England. I also love the relationship between Kate Winslet and the old man next door – he’s charming.
The Family Man – We quote this movie in our family. It is, just like it says in the picture, hilarious; Nicholas Cage really nails it.
Meet Me In St. Louis – This isn’t really a “Christmas” film but for some reason I watched it every year growing up and I just love it. I mean you can’t beat Judy Garland singing “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” in a red velvet dress – perfection!

Card Gift (not gift card!)

2010-12-06T12:11:00.000-07:00

One of my friends is designing cards and giving them as a gift to her mom. I thought it was such a cool idea and saves you some major dough (although it may take some time). She is making birthday, get well, thinking of you, wedding cards etc. and putting them together in a card box. All next year her mom won’t have to buy another card, she can take these beautiful handmade creations and write her thoughts and give them away. So if you’re feeling crafty, put together a really fun gift for someone you love. I am not much of a card maker myself but here are some fun designs I put together.

Peppermint Bark – William Sonoma

2010-12-01T12:01:00.001-07:00

I die for this peppermint bark! Literally, I die for it. Okay not literally but it’s basically that good. It has become a Christmas season staple and I just can’t face the stress of the holidays without this amazing mix of dark chocolate, white chocolate and peppermint. Perfection!

Gift Ideas

2010-11-29T12:12:00.003-07:00

Okay, so I try to stay organized around Christmas time so that I’m thinking about gift ideas before I get to the ‘I can’t leave this store without buying my dad a gift’ point. I hate that point, I am never happy with the gift I give when that happens. So I start a list and write everyone’s name that I need to buy for in list style, then as I go about my days or hear him or her mention something they need, I write down the idea next to their name. When it comes time to shop I have about four ideas for each person. It makes the gift buying experience so much easier. Here are some of my gift ideas for people on my list.

SISTER – big sweaters, messenger bag, fun makeup (bright lipsticks), tickets to fav concert

GRANDPA – iPad accessories, Eddie Bauer zip-up hoodie, Harry & David fruit of the month club, old western movies

Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-11-23T11:18:00.000-07:00

Hope you enjoy your turkey day.

Song Of The Day

2010-11-15T15:11:00.000-07:00

The Great Salt Lake – Band Of Horses

I recently saw Band of Horses in concert and it was soooo good! Being that they were in Salt Lake they opened the show with this song and the energy in the room was really amazing. Here is my ode to Salt Lake City. Enjoy…

Chocolat

2010-11-10T12:17:00.002-07:00

Sometimes you have a moment with a movie, lots of boxes and a pound of chocolate that causes all the stars to align and you know you will never forget that night. Oh wait – you haven’t? Well let me tell you about mine. Two years ago my husband and I were moving from Logan to Salt Lake City and had a few days to get it done. Of course my husband was going to be out of town on business the very days the packing needed to be done so it was all left up to me. I decided to head on over to Hollywood Video and rent five movies to entertain me while I packed.

There is nothing worse than moving food so we hadn’t gone to the grocery store in a month. This particular weekend there was nothing in the kitchen except condiments and a pound of See’s chocolates my grandma had sent us as a gift. It just so happens that one of the movies I rented was Chocolat with Johnny Depp. Let me just say that when you watch all the amazing chocolate treats in this movie all you want to do is eat fine chocolates. And you better believe that’s exactly what I did, a whole box of them. It was so indulgent of me. I still laugh at that weekend I spend with Johnny and a pound of chocolate. (Note: I imagine this would make for a great girls night, just learn from my mistake and invite more than yourself, or you will end up eating the whole box alone)

Instant Breakfast

2010-11-05T12:37:00.002-06:00

During the week I like something quick that I can grab in the mornings and get on my way. I wish I were the wake up early, do yoga, sit and read the paper while eating a homemade breakfast kind of person because it sounds like a really pleasant morning but it’s just doesn't work for me. I am the slowly get out of bed and then rush to get ready person – I don’t recommend this but it seems I can’t change. I really like the Naked fruit drinks, you get a whole meal in a drink and they are so yummy. Quick, easy and healthy, can’t get any better than that. (They have half size drinks in bulk at Costco!)

Mood Board

2010-11-02T12:35:00.005-06:00

I never seem to be able to talk about creating without talking about inspiration. Before I start a project I like to put together a little inspiration page. This contains pictures of color scheme, theme and overall feeling. I find that my inspiration helps me to stay on point with the pages I create instead of finding myself somewhere completely different than where I wanted to go. When it’s your job to be creative everyday you find that there are days when you are feeling completely uninspired and everything you design just doesn’t work. My husband worked in a marketing and advertising agency for a while and the first thing they did when they had a new project was create a ‘mood board’ with all the things they thought the client wanted to portray with their brand. I love this idea and think it really helps when creating. Here is an inspiration page I created for a Colombian missionary album.

Spiced Scents

2010-10-29T13:31:00.000-06:00

For some reason when it starts to get cold outside I want my house to smell like spiced pumpkin or apple cider. Last year I made a big pot of wassel just so I could simmer it everyday and make my house smell warm and cozy. These scents make me happy and give the impression that I’m cooking some great, spiced treat. I like to fool my visitors into thinking that I’m cooking – wow, that’s sad. Last year I bought a “stick wick” candle, it has a wooden stick and sounds like a crackling fire when it burns, it’s fun until you’re home alone and you hear this quiet crackle and can’t figure out where it’s coming from. I love William-Sonoma’s spiced candles and soaps but remember that although they will give the impression of freshly cooked goods nothing replaces the smell of actual fresh-out-of-the-oven treats (sometimes we just prefer the easy candle).

It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

2010-10-27T11:02:00.000-06:00

I love that they still play this in primetime television. It is a classic and you know what they say about classics, they never go out of style - no matter how old you get or how the times have changed. If you haven’t tuned into The Charlie Brown Halloween special it is time to join the rest of us on October 28^th and 29^th on ABC.

Halloween Pages

2010-10-25T14:20:00.000-06:00

Time to talk about scrapbooking and putting down on paper all these great fall memories you are making. The key to making amazing fall or Halloween pages is all in the paper. This is the time to take that great bold paper and create the loudest page you can! I like using the typical Halloween colors like orange, green, brown, purple, black and white (or cream) as a neutral. Here are some Halloween pages I created so you can get inspired and click on the links below for the perfect patterned paper.

SEI's Eerie Alley

Cosmo Cricket's Haunted

Bo Bunny's Whoo-ligans

Anna Griffin's Esmerelda Halloween Kit

My Minds Eye's Blackbird

C-A-N-D-Y

2010-10-22T00:54:00.001-06:00

Okay, so you’ve all heard me talk about my obsession with candy (see "Sweet Factory" post) and this time of year you can’t expect me to avoid the subject! Well I saw this on Martha Stewart’s website and just fell in love. Nothing can be better then matching holiday candy in perfect glass jars. I have seen similar candy displays at weddings and I just love the happiness it brings me (and I’m sure it brings happiness to others too). Who says you have to wait for a wedding to have a candy bar…not me! I think this is perfect for the month of October, we have to get our blood sugar up so as not to shock our bodies on the 31^st. Who’s with me?

Hiking

2010-10-20T13:33:00.000-06:00

I don’t know if many people think of hiking as a fall activity but I am all about it. Going up to the mountains or being in nature when the air is crisp and the leaves are changing is one of my favorite things. I like to plan a hike to some hot pools that way when you get to the end of the hike you get a nice warm up before heading back. Plan to go earlier so you don’t get stuck in the dark and make sure you bring a sweatshirt, some hand warmers and your camera other than that you’re set. I did this hike last fall and it was so pretty.

Fifth Water Waterfalls and Hot Spring

A Cold Night In

2010-10-18T14:36:00.001-06:00

I love a night in with friends when it’s too cold to leave the house. Here are my musts for the perfect night in. Invite some friends over and enjoy...

Ugg Boots
Pictionary
Taco Soup
DVD of Favorite TV show (season 1)
Brownies
Camera

Song of the Day (Halloween Version)

2010-10-14T11:15:00.006-06:00

I can’t help but laugh every time I here this song. The way Bobby Pickett sings this is just hilarious!

Monster Mash

Bobby “Boris” Pickett & The Crypt-Kickers

New Kit!!!

2010-10-12T11:45:00.004-06:00

I am so excited for our new fall kit. It’s perfect for those pictures you took of the fall leaves and we must document this years famous Halloween costume. Everything comes pre-cut to size with step-by-step instructions, all you have to do is put it together. Go ahead and order yours today and get ready to get crafty.

CLICK HERE to see more of our pre-cut kits and for purchasing info.

Halloween Scavenger Hunt

2010-10-11T11:18:00.001-06:00

When I was 14 some of my friends and I were hanging out on Halloween (according to my mom we were too old to go trick-or-treating) when a neighbor lady called. She had planned an elaborate scavenger hunt all over town for her teenage daughter and some friends, somehow they couldn’t do the scavenger hunt. The lady had spent so much time planning that she wanted someone to enjoy it hence she invited my friends and I to participate. We talked my mom and a friend’s mom into driving and separated into two teams and off we went with our first clue. I specifically remember one clue where we found ourselves at the local mall looking for Waldo in a sea of people. When we had finished the scavenger hunt we congregated back at my house for hot coco and donuts. To this day I have never had such an awesome and unique Halloween.

I would love to recreate this someday for my friends. I wonder if I could get the details from that childhood neighbor…

“Go to where on mid-summers night a display of patriotism explodes in the sky. There you will find my secret treasure buried in the sands of youth.”

Put On Something Warm

2010-10-08T13:19:00.001-06:00

I love digging my warm, comfy sweaters out of the closet because it’s finally cold enough to wear them. Long ones, short ones, big ones, little ones – oh they are all great. Talk about fashion that is not only functional but looks great too! Layering is always the key to a great sweater outfit and to keeping warm (I learned that the hard way when I moved from St. George, UT (hot desert) to Logan, UT (mountain valley) and was cold all the time – I just didn’t know how to layer. Here are some sweaters on my wish list this fall.

Take A Drive

2010-10-06T12:17:00.001-06:00

It’s become a tradition that my husband and I take a drive the first weekend in October. We like to see all the changing leaves and discover new beautiful places in the state of Utah. It really is refreshing to explore your own surroundings. We like to pull over here and there, walk around and take pictures. It is the simplest thing that doesn’t cost a thing (except the gas) and it is really enjoyable. What a perfect activity to begin the fall season.

October

2010-10-05T12:21:00.000-06:00

I love the fall; the smell in the air, the color of leaves changing, the warm sweaters and hot drinks. Is there anything better than October and the welcome change from summer to fall? Well in my mind October is the time try new things and pull out our creative sides. So this month I will be talking about some of my favorite fall activities, food, music, games and much more. I’m excited…hope you are too!

The Best Makeup

2010-09-29T15:08:00.000-06:00

I love makeup and used to think I was going to be a hugely famous makeup artist. When I lived in California I sold makeup, learned new tricks, tried every new product and gave women my advice for what would be the best color and look on them. I had so much fun. I still try to put makeup on anyone who will let me and I love recommending new products. Here are a few of my favorite products.

Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer (great lightweight base)

Loreal true match super blendable makeup (gives the perfect amount of coverage)

Sue Devitt silky blush - Belize (perfect pink with a soft shimmer)

Lancome Definicils mascara (the best mascara ever!)

Estee Lauder artists eye pencil – slate writer (perfect smoky eyeliner, doesn’t smudge)

Bobbi Brown Eye Shadow – cement (best neutral, I wear it daily)

Loreal Endless matte lipstick – in the buff (love the matte natural look)

MAC Lustre lipstick (best moisturizing lipstick)

Wedding Albums & Sign-In Books

2010-09-27T11:07:00.001-06:00

When you create photo albums, weddings understandably become a popular topic. I love doing wedding albums because the pictures are always fantastic! I try to create a simple yet elegant page so the photos stay the focus of the album. We also do many sign in books. Most of the time these contain engagement, dating and bridal photos with lots of empty space for guests to write their thoughts and well wishes. These albums are priceless and are some of my favorite because the handwriting gives it such a personal touch.

Click here to EMAIL US about our wedding albums and sign in books. To visit Memoir's website and see more photos CLICK HERE.

My Fall Fashion Favs

2010-09-23T11:08:00.002-06:00

Well, I just got through all my fall magazines and there are so many new ideas I'm excited about. Lately I have been wanting to switch up my style (sometimes you just need a change). I'm thinking of going preppy - what do you think? Before I transform myself, here are some of my favorite fall fashions. Now if I could just find time to shop!

The Classic Album

2010-09-21T11:57:00.001-06:00

Throughout the years I have searched for perfect album to contain all my clients photos. I wanted something that could fit into any room and classic enough to last through the ages. I tried just about everything and finally found exactly what I was looking for. We R Memory Keepers make Memoir’s signature leather & linen albums. They have every color you could ever want (except white, not sure why, maybe because it might start to look a little 80’s, but vanilla is a great alternative). And if you can believe it they look even more beautiful in person. I always get the 3-ring album as apposed to the post-bound album, they allow for more pages and look much more crisp. I’m so glad to have finally found an album that is almost as beautiful as the pictures in them.

Click here to see all the amazing colors.

Song Of The Day

2010-09-20T13:25:00.001-06:00

The other day I was driving my car and an old 40’s style song came on the radio with trumpets and everything. I found myself smiling so big. Sometimes you just want to go back to the simple and charming music of the 40’s. I was dreaming of myself in a great dress at a wonderful dinner party with a live orchestra (occasionally I am convinced that I was born in the wrong era). For my song of the day I thought everyone would like a throw back to the glamorous days. Enjoy…

Ella Fitzgerald – A Kiss Goodnight

Easy Pages

2010-09-15T12:01:00.002-06:00

Sometimes you just want to make a simple page and forget about spending hours on the details. Here is my idea of the easy page. Two 4" x 6" papers side by side, one a picture the other a fun detail, think paper flowers, glittered letters or a variety of ribbons. Put together in 20 minutes and love every inch of it.

What I’m Working on Right Now

2010-09-13T11:41:00.001-06:00

Currently I’m doing a growing up or youth album. I get to work with great retro photos so likewise I have chosen paper to fit that same style. This page has pictures of my client with her friend in a photo booth. I love this tween age when our imaginations ran wild. I use to make music videos with my friends and didn’t we all go to the mall and buy friendship bracelets and take funny pictures in the photo booth? I know I did and here are my photos to prove it.

{mini} Travel Album

2010-09-09T14:31:00.000-06:00

This is such a fun idea for displaying the photos of a favorite trip. It's small (6" x 4"), it's picture focused and it's definitely cool. You can flip through it every so often and reminisce on all the great memories you've made.

Click HERE to email Memoir for pricing info on your own little travel book. We'd love to create an awesome space for your memories.

Personalized license plates

2010-09-07T12:14:00.000-06:00

Oh the personalized license plate. What can I say about you? I realize you are trying to tell me something but your code is difficult to solve. The longer I stare at it the closer I get to understanding your message. It must be important if it’s on your license plate.

L8ASUSL

Oops, wrong again, it’s not important at all but it sure does give me a laugh! Thanks for giving me something to do on long car rides.

Five

2010-09-01T11:50:00.000-06:00

This ice cream is amazing! Haagen-Dazs went back to the basics and made ice cream with only five key ingredients and the result is fabulous! I have tried strawberry, lemon, chocolate and passion fruit (but I fully intend on trying them all).

{milk}

{cream}

{sugar}

{eggs}

{strawberry}

...perfection!

Oxfords

2010-08-28T01:21:00.000-06:00

I'm in love...

These are from J.Crew, you must check them out!

“Conundrum”

2010-08-24T17:43:00.000-06:00

Rarely, but sometimes, I like to use big words. At these times my husband likes to give me a surprised look as if saying he is amused and a little impressed by the use of my big word. Lately I’ve been enjoying the word ‘conundrum.’

co·nun·drum [kuh-nuhn-druhm]

noun (pl. -drums)

A confusing and difficult problem or question: one of the most difficult conundrums for the experts.

A question asked for amusement, typically one with a pun in its answer; a riddle.

ORGIN late 16^th century of unknown origin, but first recorded in work by Thomas Nashe, as a term of abuse for a crank or pedant, later coming to denote a whim or fancy, also a pun. Current senses date from the late 17^th century.

Savethewords.org is an amusing website dedicated to saving words that are dropped from the English language each year because they are no longer in use. Check it out and try using some of those big words in a conversation, I am positive it will get a response.

Kimono Rose

2010-08-23T13:31:00.000-06:00

I love taking long relaxing baths; these baths must include candles, pleasant aromas and bubbles. In my opinion, there is nothing better than unwinding in a calming place after a long day at work, a cold winter day, when you’re not feeling well or just because you want to. This is your place and time where you are alone with your thoughts and feelings. We always need to take a little time for ourselves – who’s with me?

I have tried many different bath salts, bubbles and powders and by far my favorite is Thymes. Everything they make is so luxurious. They smell amazing and the packaging is beautiful (and make great gifts I might add). Time to start indulging in bath time!

Rainy Day

2010-08-19T13:50:00.001-06:00

In movies you always see people walking in the rain like they’re in no hurry to get out of the cold. Have you ever tried that? It seems very cathartic. Well it’s rainy and overcast today; the house is quiet and dark. On these kind of days all I want to do is curl up in my comfys and watch a movie. This is my recipe for the perfect rainy day.

Rainy Day Movie – We definitely have to go with a trilogy here. Think Back to the Future, The Bourne Trilogy, Star Wars or Pirates of the Caribbean.

Rainy Day Snacks – Grapes, pretzels, jellybeans and hot chocolate

Rainy Day Comfys – Okay, we’ve got to look somewhat presentable just in case someone comes to the door (this isn’t sick day) and I love cute Pjs.

Song Of The Day

2010-08-17T11:03:00.008-06:00

Edward Sharp &

the Magnetic Zeros – Home

This is seriously the happiest song I have ever heard and I love it! Enjoy...

Fulfilled Craving

2010-08-16T11:32:00.002-06:00

Well finally I made some cupcakes to fill my craving. I love the site allrecipes.com, they have thousands of recipes and people give reviews, offer suggestions and also submit pictures of the finished product. This really helps a cook like me that needs all the advice in the kitchen she can get. I found this coconut orange cupcake recipe and was excited when I noticed that I had almost all the ingredients in my cupboards. I like recipes that don't require you to go buy the whole world to make them. Anyway, they turned out so yummy. They are light and fluffy, really easy to make and are pretty when finished. I highly recommend them to everyone with a cupcake craving.

Coconut Orange Cupcakes

INGREDIENTS:

1 c. sugar 3/4 tsp. salt

2/3 c. vegetable oil 1 (11 oz) can mandarin oranges

2 eggs 1 c. vanilla or white chips

1 c. orange juice TOPPING:

3 c. flour 1 c. flaked coconut

1 Tbs. baking powder 1/3 c. sugar

1 tsp. baking soda 2 Tbs. butter, melted

DIRECTIONS:

In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, oil, eggs and orange juice; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; stir into orange juice mixture just until moistened. Fold in drained oranges (I cut in half) and chips. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over cupcakes. Bake at 375 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Yields 2 dozen

Source: allrecipes.com

Wax On, Wax Off

2010-08-12T13:17:00.002-06:00

A couple months ago my husband and I were watching TV and the new Karate Kid preview came on. I didn’t think twice about it but when the preview ended my husband said “we are definitely going to see that.” I laughed thinking he was joking but then I realized he was completely serious. He told me how The Karate Kid was his childhood and how he did all the moves and wore the outfits. A couple days ago we went and saw the new Karate Kid with Jaden Smith and I actually really liked it. I am just waiting for a remake of “Punky Brewster” so I can relive my childhood too.

I Love The 90's

2010-08-10T12:35:00.005-06:00

In my work I am constantly going down memory lane, albeit someone else’s lane, nonetheless I guess you could say I'm living in the past. While sorting through many old photos I can’t help but laugh at things we used to wear, listen to and do. Take a ride with me and lets remember some of the best the 90’s had to offer (they are all links so you can delve deeper into memory lane if needed).

Scrunchies – Why?! My friend wears a scrunchie at night; she says it doesn’t rip her hair out like an elastic does – come on.

Kris Kross – “daddy mac’ll make you, Jump Jump”

Saved by the Bell – Taught me all my teen lessons like don’t take pills to help you study. “I’m so excited, I’m so excited, I’m so…scared,” deep stuff.

Doc Martins – they were so heavy, I’d drag my feet for a month until I got used to them.

Biker shorts – no one looked good in these but we sure did love them.

Titanic – I don’t even want to admit how many times I saw this movie. It’s embarrassing.

Bob Ross – I used to watch him paint “happy trees” every Saturday morning

Ace of Base – I remember making up dances to “I Saw the Sign”

Cool Runnings – “Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, get on up it’s bobsled time” (said in a Jamaican accent)

John Stockton’s short shorts – I think basketball should go back to short shorts, doesn’t everyone?

Fresh Prince of Bel-Air – “In west Philadelphia born and raised…”

Scrapbooking Class: Date Changed

2010-08-10T11:01:00.000-06:00

The date of my next scrapbooking class has been changed to:

Thursday, September 16^th 2-4 pm

Click here for all the details.

White

2010-08-06T16:10:00.000-06:00

I pulled these pictures from my design file (I keep a file full of styles, mood, color and just anything that inspires me). I find that many of the designs I’ve torn out of magazines have a lot of white in them. I am drawn to the airy, open, refreshing feel of white and think that the absence of color is a really bold statement when done right. I’m a little sad because I don’t know how realistic this design aesthetic is when you have kids…I’m guessing not so good. But don’t you just want to be in these rooms, sipping ginger ale and feeling the afternoon breeze on your face? Oh – is that just me, figures?!

Glorious Craving

2010-08-04T14:11:00.002-06:00

Do you ever watch a movie or TV show and someone’s eating popcorn and then for reasons you can’t control you just have to have some. Even if a few days go by and I haven’t filled my craving I still want popcorn. I mention popcorn because it seems to happen a lot with this salty snack but I have also craved chips and salsa, ice cream, pizza and cupcakes. Recently I have been watching those cake making shows on TLC and because I rarely have cake unless it’s someone’s birthday I started to crave it. More specifically orange cupcakes with an orange frosting/glaze. I know this is a really specific craving (and don’t act like you haven’t had specific cravings before) but I just can’t seem to move past it. I think cupcakes are such a fun treat and its not easy finding excellent cupcakes in bakeries and we all know it’s not worth the calories unless it’s excellent. Although there is one bakery that gets my stamp of approval, and yes, I am an expert on anything sweet. Twenty Five Main in St. George, Utah makes the best cupcakes I’ve had – their coconut cupcakes are to die for! You have to check it out if you’re ever in the area. Well it’s been two days since my craving and I’m on the hunt for the perfect cupcake recipe. Wish me luck!

Lonny

2010-08-03T13:42:00.000-06:00

There are so many websites out there that it is impossible to know them all. I am constantly looking for websites that offer great food, design, fashion, makeup etc. So when I hear of a website that people are talking about I like to check it out and then pass it on. Lonnymag.com is one of these great design websites. They offer an online magazine that doesn’t have the limits a paper magazine does. I love their decorating center. If you are redoing a bedroom or a bathroom you can see lots of specific designs to help you get inspired. So you must go and check it out and if you feel the need – pass it on.

Sir Paul McCartney

2010-07-29T12:31:00.002-06:00

When you think of music legends only a few names come to mind. This list may vary from person to person but The Beatles can’t help but be on everyone’s list. Well a few months ago I heard that Sir Paul McCartney was coming into town and I just had to get a ticket to see him. I mean how often am I going to get the chance to see a Beatle live?! It was seriously epic and one of the coolest things I have ever done (favorite moment – Helter Skelter). After the concert was over I told my husband that even though Paul is older now, I totally get the hype and pandemonium the Beatles caused with their cute little British accents. I would fall for that any day.

Let's Set The Table

2010-07-27T13:36:00.002-06:00

Here comes my Martha Stewart side. Really this is so not like me but I just can’t help it, I want to set tables. All kinds of tables really – formal, casual, springtime tables, nautical themed tables (of course), fancy, eclectic, teatime tables, etc. I think it’s because I love tableware. There are so many great patterns and styles, I just want to throw a party and have everyone eat off these great pieces. Is anyone on-board with me? I’ll bring the tableware you bring the fresh flowers.

Check out these great patterns...

Sarah's House

2010-07-22T13:09:00.001-06:00

I love the Home and Garden channel. It is so much fun to watch drab, lifeless houses be rejuvenated and made into great living spaces. I am always thinking of ways to improve my home (as well as any other home I might be in) through great design and space planning. My new favorite show on HGTV is Sarah’s House. Sarah takes old homes with great bones in need of a complete renovation and redesigns room by room. She has great style and fun ideas. One of my favorite things is Sarah goes to estate sales and auctions and buys old warn-out furniture and has them reupholstered and refinished. These are always the best pieces in the room. I find myself wishing I had an endless budget and sometimes daydream on how I would redesign each room in my house to make it my personal oasis.

Click here to check out some pictures of Sarah’s renovations.

What I'm Working On Right Now

2010-07-20T11:25:00.016-06:00

Currently I am working on a 50^th Anniversary Album. There is nothing better than using old photos. I love their nostalgic quality and the color and style of old photos. I always try to create a space that lends itself to the time period and event of the photos.

This picture is from the album I am working on and I just love it. The bridesmaids are wearing big dresses, pearl necklaces, white gloves and short veils. I could just die! I love the idea of a glamorous bridal party as opposed to the many boring dresses we have our bridesmaids wear these days. Looks like I need to get married again so I can have my bridesmaids wear short veils – right?!

Song Of The Day

2010-07-19T10:28:00.002-06:00

The Temper Trap - Sweet Disposition

Saturday Morning

2010-07-16T12:10:00.002-06:00

Is there anything better than Saturday mornings? I love sleeping in, being outside, planning a great activity for the day and sometimes cleaning (yes, I really enjoy cleaning – weird, I know). My husband and I decided to start a new Saturday morning tradition; we are going out to breakfast with friends. There are so many great breakfast places here in SLC and I just have to try all of them. Here are a few of my favorites (let me know if you have any other great suggestions, I love to try new places):

Eggs In The City

The Park

Blue Plate Diner

“Ahoy, I Sail”

2010-07-14T15:15:00.000-06:00

I don’t know much about actual sailing or the equipment needed to sail nevertheless, I just love everything about sailboats. I love the nautical feel, I love the look of the sails, I love when they are in the marina and the tall masts make a great picture, I love the water, I love the idea of wearing boat shoes and cable knit sweaters, I love the bright white color and a touch of cobalt blue. I guess I feel like there is something dreamlike about the idea of a sailboat and I can’t help but want to frame pictures of them and long for the sailing lifestyle (minus anything to do with fish, of course). But the best part might be the fact that you have to give your sailboat a completely awesome name – puns welcomed! So just for sheer fun, what would you name your sailboat???

Scrapbooking Classes

2010-07-12T13:50:00.008-06:00

DATE CHANGED TO

Thursday, September 16th 2 - 4pm

I am teaching a new class, a scrapbooking class, and I am really excited! It will be once a month at the South Jordan Robert’s Arts & Crafts. Here is the info on my first class, bring all your friends and enjoy some creative scrapin’.

CLICK HERE to see our pre-cut kits and for purchasing info.

My Go-To Outfit

2010-07-07T10:35:00.002-06:00

Why is it that in a closet full of clothes I can’t find anything to wear? I have days were I try on 20 different outfits and then just end up wearing something that’s mediocre at best. Because of these fashion nightmares I like to have my go-to outfit (after hours of waiting my husband made me find one). When I need to be ready quickly I can just throw something on and know it looks great. This is my go-to outfit; use it when you’re having one of those days.

Dark Jeans (straight/skinny leg, boyfriend, or wide leg)

Grey Shirt

Bold Necklace

Fun Flats

Bright Lips (with barely there makeup)

Independence Day

2010-07-06T11:03:00.000-06:00

Oh the patriotic colors…red, white and blue. This time of year we start to put out our American flags, set tables with red plates and wear blue shirts and white cutoff shorts. You start to feel that inner pride, the feeling you get when you’re proud to be an American. I love when the sun starts to set and everyone grabs their blankets and heads outside to watch the fireworks. This is a great country and I’m very blessed to be born the good ol’ USA.

Enjoy this American classic…

Old Movies

2010-07-02T13:35:00.003-06:00

My mother provided me with quite the education when it comes to old movies. At a young age I learned to appreciate the talent of mid-century movie stars. In those days, it wasn’t enough to just act, you had to sing and dance also. Rarely today do we see a triple threat like we did so often back then. Although I’ve seen my fare share of current films, old movies seem to take over my “all-time favorites” list. Here are three that are at the top (I highly recommend adding them to your Netflix queue).

My Fair Lady ahh the costumes, amazing!

Pillow Talk love Doris Day!

Singing In The Rain I saw this is at an old theater on Center Street in Logan, Utah, there was an intermission and everything...so cool!

Charming

2010-06-28T12:49:00.000-06:00

I love restaurants, cities, buildings, fashion, movies and design that deserve to be called charming. It doesn’t happen very often but meeting a charming person is even better. My grandpa is the epitome of charming. He acknowledges when you enter a room and gives his full attention. He calls his wife “sunshine.” When we take forever to get ready and finally make our way downstairs he says, “it was worth the wait.” He tells us about his dreams where his name is always “Diamond Jim.” He is constantly learning – even new technology (he recently bought a Mac iPad). I grew up admiring his love of life and the people in it and am so grateful to know such a charming man.

Great Color!

2010-06-25T10:09:00.001-06:00

What is this color? I have no idea what you would call it…citrus, maybe? It's definitely too beautiful to be called plain old yellow. Well it’s amazing whatever you call it! I don’t own anything this color but I’m starting to think I really need to. If I look half as good as Michelle Williams and Lea Michele do in this color I know it needs to be in my closet. It definitely helps that the design of their dresses is flawless (thanks to Vera Wang and Zac Posen) and I absolutely love the red lips. Gorgeous!

Band Names

2010-06-23T09:58:00.000-06:00

My husband and I have satellite radio in one of our cars and I must say I am a big fan. Not only do we have access to tons of music that’s not available on normal radio but we get the track and band names for every song that’s played. It’s a great way to discover new artists and provides ample entertainment (we play ‘Name That Tune’ all the time). The thing we notice is how many random band names there are. I would love to know the story behind some of these names and how in the world they come up with them. Is it just something that they thought sounded cool? Is there a story behind the name? Maybe it’s an inside joke that we aren’t in on? Fascinating! I told my husband he should write a book about how bands come up with their names – that is definitely something I would read. Death Cab For Cutie? Modest Mouse? Foo Fighters? The Beatles? Got you thinking didn’t I…

My Five Favorite Things About Summer - #5 LONG DAYS

2010-06-21T11:53:00.000-06:00

How great is it that we get the sun until 9:30pm! This makes me so happy because I’m a night owl and seem to get my second wind just as everyone else is winding down. I love the idea of playing all day long, eating a late dinner and still having sunlight to play more. In the winter I feel like the day is gone before it gets started but thankfully in the summer, we get that extra sunlight to accomplish all these summer activities we have on our to-do list. What a gift!

My Five Favorite Things About Summer - #4 WATER ACTIVITES

2010-06-18T10:37:00.001-06:00

Whether it’s just lounging by the pool, on a boat at the lake or building sandcastles at the beach – I love all water activities. In fact I’d love to combine all three for the greatest summer ever! Our love for water must start in our youth, when you’re young really any water will do. My summer uniform was a swimming suit just in case I came upon any sprinklers, water balloons, slip-n-slides, streams, or water guns. Then as we get older we seem to watch from the sidelines, well I say not any more. This summer let's get wet!

My Five Favorite Things About Summer - #3 BBQ’s

2010-06-17T10:49:00.002-06:00

Ahh…the smells of summer! Nothing is better than friends and good food. Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips, watermelon, grapes, pasta salad, corn on the cob, brownies, root beer floats, popsicles and ice cream sandwiches - that’s my idea of a classic BBQ. Enjoy one of my favorite dogs…

"The Balmfy Dog"

Grilled all beef hot dog (cut in half before grilling)

Mustard

Cut up Claussan pickles (other pickles don’t stand a chance

against Claussen pickles, found in the refrigerated

section by the lunch meat)

Toasted bun