Thursday, April 28, 2011

Thank-You Thursday

Oh so many things to be Thankful for...

First Thank you and Hugs for two darling models Luca & Rio,
and Yolanda Talevera Photography
Here's a sneak Peek at some of the Gorgeous Photo's
from our Choochmagooz Photoshoot!





Thank you for making my clothes look so good!

Another Thank you goes out to my TaTa Sister Susie!
Susie was a huge support to me before, during and after
my Cancer treatments. She always had a laugh to share.
Susie is participating in the London Moonwalk for Breast Cancer!
Go Sista Go...Rock that Choochmagooz Bra!
Drop in and show your support!




A Huge Thank you also goes out to...
Jonna from Jonna48
Who sent me this gorgeous handmade Table runner/ scarf
and 3 lovely felted Easter eggs, for the EST Spring Swap.
All bundled together in a golden bag with a lovely letter.


Thank You Jonna...I LOVE it all
I told you there are some Talented Europeans out here!

And Finally...but not least,
Non è Vera Bijoux featured us in this beautiful Treasury..
Which Made it to the FP of Etsy!


An Honour indeed!

Thank You Thank You and Thank You again!

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Woodchuck Wednesday - Got Wood?!

I am reminded of a humorous Incident
which took place years ago on one of the first yachts I worked on.
We had a Ukrainian deckhand who spoke very little English.
One day, said deckhand walked into the galley and asked..
"Got wood?"
Excuse me?
"Got wood?...wood!"
HUH?
points to teeth..."Wood!"
Ah....a Toothpick...Ya we got Wood!

Today's woodchuck
Has A lot of WOOD!

Scott Weaver's Rolling through the Bay from Learning Studio on Vimeo.



Seriously...
Outrageous!

Friday, April 22, 2011

Food Fight Friday - What...No Dessert!

Today I'm keeping it sweet free...
But still Delish!

Roasted Red Pepper Dip
with Crunchy Tortilla Chips




It also doesn't get easier...

All you need is 1 Jar of ChickPeas
1 Jar of Roasted Red Peppers and Garlic
a splash of olive oil
and a dash of Lemon Juice

Rinse your chickpeas quickly
Add all together in a processor
And blend until smooth.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Done!

Next I cut up some soft taco tortilla's
and deep fried them.
You could crisp them up in the oven
But I was lazy
and figured the chickpeas where healthy enough!
Enjoy

Last weeks Top Slinger Honor goes to:
Tina @ Mom's Crazy Cooking!

Crab and Mac & Cheese
Enough said...
YUMMMMMMMMM!



So what are you Slinging This week?

Grab a button and join the Food Fight!
Come on...you know ya wanna get messy!

Choochmagooz





Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Woodchuck Wednesday - When Art meets Wood!

I would flog myself for calling the following Genius
a woodchuck!
He is a True Master and Artist!

Since setting up my little wood shop I've been thinking, sketching
brainstorming and generally doodling, some ideas to create.
I came across the fascination of Automata quite some time ago,
But only recently began exploring it further.

I've always loved whimsy and theatrics
So to combine it as an art form...makes my heart SING!

So today I introduce you to the amazing Art of

Steve Armstrong





To view more of his works please visit
the Heike Pickett Gallery

and to really see him and his Art in action...
Check out this 3 part series on YouTube!







Compared to Mr. Armstrong
I'm a woodchuck with my tail between my legs!

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Tutorial Tuesday - Spring in a Can!

Oh I just love these...
It's the junkyard junky in me...

But Really...
How simple, Fun and Gorgeous are these!


Head on over to
Family Chic
for more fun pics and the tutorial!

I want to line all my window sills!

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Saturday Shopping

Today Saturday Shop is a wee different...
In that I haven't got anything new in The Shop

I was heaps busy last week getting ready for a show,
getting a New Studio Space set up,
along with organizing my home one...
And producing items that are more adult oriented.
Whew..it's a bit busy!

So here's a few pics from the Networking Show
and 2 Items that I made for my Spring
European Street Team Swap partner.


LACE Lunch and Networking Show



Two little gifts for a special Crafter.

There are some amazing artists in Europe.
Being part of the Team is such an honor,
I Hope my Partner likes her Goodies?!
(hint hint...They're just a taste
of what's to come in the new 'BIG' Kids collections!)

Happy Saturday...

For more actual shopping
head over to Zsazsazsu's
and AnneMarie's Breiblog


Friday, April 15, 2011

Food Fight Friday - Lemon Lust!

OMG...I'm in LOVE!

We found some good ol' English Lemon curd
in the shops recently.
I used to eat it by the spoonful..
couldn't wait for all that fussing of spreading it on toast!

So with 2 bags of Lemons squeezed and 1 to go...
I couldn't help myself.



I found this fantastic Vid. on YouTube from Joy of Baking!
Talk about Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy!

Scones, Tarts, Toast...
Look out!

and for something a little more
Ahem...Healthy!
We're Heading over to Denise at Run DMT
for Chicken and Waffles!
YUMMMMMMMMMM!
Now that's Top Slinger material!
BTW...Denise also hosts a Friday Food Fight...
Sling here...There...and everywhere!


So what are you Slinging This week?

Grab a button and join the Food Fight!
Come on...you know ya wanna get messy!

Choochmagooz



Saturday, April 9, 2011

Saturday Shopping

Peddle to the Metal around here!
I've got 2 shows coming up!
That means lot's of Fresh Items
cranking out of the Craft Studio!

Here's a few new Tiaras hitting the Shop






The perfect Easter 'Bonnet'

For more Saturday shopping
Head over to Zsazsazsu's

Friday, April 8, 2011

Food Fight Friday - Are you getting fresh with me?

Heya Slingers!
Sorry about that delay in programming...
But it WAS my Birthday,
No Foolin!
And I Did make my own cake...
I just had no time to photograph and Blog
before I ate the entire thing!
Okay I shared 'Some' with friends!
This week I'm keeping it simple as it's
too HOT to bake!

So I'm slinging some refreshing
handmade Lemonade

One of the things I absolutely LOVE about living in Mallorca
is the abundance of Lemon tree's!
We always have friends who need a hand containing them
and I'm always ready to oblige!

Last week we took in 3 Very large Eco bags full
Yummmm...
I see a few lemon recipes coming up!
For now just a few tips on what the heck to do with them!

First get, borrow or steal an electric juicer
then get squeezing.
I use a funnel and put the juice into Cubito bags
(that's those funky ice cube bags (you could use trays too)
You can also grate the rinds before juicing and freeze
Cut a few (or 20) lemons into thin slices and place in a freezer bag.
Now put the whole lot into the freezer and wait for a nice hot day!

You can use your cubes in cooking and baking and the slices for
decoration, as Ice cubes in a pitcher or on Fish..etc

Now for the Lemonade...
add a couple cubes to water and a few drops of Splenda
or make your own sugar water.

Just fill a water bottle with 1/2 sugar and 1/2 boiling water
dissolve and cool!
Keep (labeled) in your fridge
Add to lemon water as you like!

Easy peasy Lemon squeezy!


Top Slinger From our Last Food Fight goes to
Aimee from Shugary Sweets
I mean come on....
Cheesecake DIP!
Drooooooooool!


So what are you Slinging This week?

Grab a button and join the Food Fight!
Come on...you know ya wanna get messy!

Choochmagooz




Monday, April 4, 2011

Monday Moodboard - Birthday Wishes


I blew out 38 Candles this past Friday...
surely that's worth a few items from my
ultimate wish list!??



1: Garter Dress from Attila Design
2: Stained Glass bunting from Pamela Angus
3: Victorian Dollhouse Kit from Victorian Dollhouse
4: Moroccan midnight Arm warmers from Zen and Coffee
5: Hand stamped bracelet from Dindi

For more Monday Moods
Head over to Fleurfatale's

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