tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-46725766770412336012024-03-13T10:41:23.292-04:00Poppi LinnA Creative Lifepoppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.comBlogger153125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-55595636463133636562015-11-22T23:51:00.000-05:002015-11-23T07:13:25.281-05:00Pinecone Creations<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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While hiking recently, I gathered some pinecones for holiday decorating. </div>
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Usually I toss them in a bowl or on a plate. </div>
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I love using pieces of nature to decorate-especially pinecones. </div>
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For something different, I decided to spray a few with silver paint.</div>
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I also found some twine with silver woven through and some silver findings.</div>
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So I added a little silver ball and a loop for hanging.</div>
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Wouldn't these be cute Christmas ornaments?</div>
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Hmmm, I think I need a few more pinecones,</div>
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I think I have a few more ideas.</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-80386310165232400992015-11-06T10:15:00.000-05:002015-11-06T10:15:16.597-05:00Hudson Valley Autumn<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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One of my favorite things to do is take a drive off the beaten path.</div>
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I love to explore roads I've never driven, towns I've never seen.</div>
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It's a little adventure each time and I always discover something new. </div>
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Usually I take a lot of photos, which I use to sketch or paint watercolors.</div>
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The sky was amazing, ever changing throughout the afternoon.</div>
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Take a peek at the Hudson Valley before all the beautiful Autumn colors disappear.</div>
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Country road-so pretty and peaceful.</div>
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I'm going to attempt to sketch and/or paint this old barn.</div>
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A view of the Taconics from Columbia County.</div>
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A view of the Catskills from Columbia County.</div>
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I love all the beautiful horse farms in the area-I miss having horses.</div>
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Hope you enjoyed the little tour.</div>
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Have a wonderful weekend!</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-19212811014285836752015-10-11T07:09:00.001-04:002015-11-03T08:28:27.687-05:00Adirondack Hike<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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There is no place I'd rather be. </div>
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This is what keeps me balanced and at peace.</div>
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<b><i>Where do you go to find peace?</i></b></div>
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The forest? Mountains? Beach?</div>
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Wishing you a peaceful week :)</div>
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<b><i>Joining:</i></b><br />
<i><a href="http://aspiritofsimplicity.blogspot.com/2015/11/tuesday-afternoon.html">A Spirit Of Simplicity for Tuesday Afternoon</a></i><br />
<i><a href="http://jannolson.blogspot.com/2015/10/share-your-cup-thursday-170.html">Have A Daily Cup Of Mrs. Olson for Share Your Cup Thursday</a></i></div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-34722944339096543772015-09-28T14:48:00.000-04:002015-10-10T16:18:59.843-04:00Autumn Apple Cake<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Autumn is my favorite time of year to bake. </div>
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I love to go apple, pear and pumpkin picking so I can bake breads, cakes, crisps and pies.</div>
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Today I'd like to share a recipe I found for <b><i>Autumn Apple Cak</i></b>e.</div>
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<b><i>Autumn Apple Cake</i></b></div>
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-1 1/4 cups canola oil</div>
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-2 cups sugar (I may experiment and cut down the sugar the next time I make this)</div>
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-3 cups flour</div>
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-3 eggs</div>
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-1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda</div>
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-1/2 teaspoon salt</div>
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Grease and flour your bunt pan. Preheat oven to <b><i>325</i></b> degrees. In a bowl mix oil and sugar. Add eggs to mixture and stir. Mix in dry ingredients, then add vanilla extract. Gently stir apples and nuts into batter.</div>
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A piece of apple cake and a cup of tea, a perfect treat.</div>
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Enjoy!</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-26378022342123914672015-09-25T12:01:00.000-04:002015-10-10T16:23:28.134-04:00Paper Christmas Tree Tutorial<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Yes-it's not even Halloween and I'm posting Christmas trees!</div>
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Well, as I said in an earlier post-I'm trying to get a jump on the holidays.</div>
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A while back I posted some pretty paper trees, which you can view here:</div>
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<a href="http://poppilinnstudios.blogspot.com/2013/12/tissue-paper-christmas-tree.html"><b><i>Tissue Trees</i></b> </a>and<i> <a href="http://poppilinnstudios.blogspot.com/2013/11/pretty-paper-christmas-tree.html"><b>Paper Trees</b></a></i>.</div>
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Today I thought I'd show you how to make a simple, twisted tissue paper tree.</div>
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Start with a paper cone any size you'd like. I use 100 lb. Bristol, but use any sturdy paper or bendable cardboard. Make a paper cone and tape to secure-I use a lot of tape.</div>
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Once you've made your cone, cut long strips of your favorite color tissue paper. Today I chose blue because it's my favorite color and I think my Christmas colors this year are going to be blue and white.</div>
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Begin a twist and tape the beginning to the cone starting at the bottom. Continue loosely or tightly twisting while wrapping around the cone. At the end of the twist tape to the cone or I have done this with hot glue. Your choice. Make sure the ends are hidden.</div>
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Then my favorite part-add some glitter.</div>
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Today, I chose sliver.</div>
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With a paint brush add glue to sections and sprinkle on glitter.</div>
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I brush along a twist and add glitter a little at a time.</div>
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Voila!</div>
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A sparkling Christmas tree.</div>
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This one is very simple. </div>
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I like to make all different colors, sizes and shapes-tall and skinny, short and stout.</div>
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Then I arrange them on my dining room table or mantel during the holidays.</div>
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And, I'd love to see what you've created.</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-13049567908993173812015-09-13T12:03:00.000-04:002015-09-13T12:05:40.471-04:00Flowers From Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Garden<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Thought I'd share some beautiful flowers with you from Val-Kill.</div>
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We are very fortunate to live in an area so rich with history, the Hudson Valley. Before my daughter left for school we decided to visit Eleanor Roosevelt's cottage, something we hadn't done before. Sometimes we overlook what's right in our own backyard. As I've said before, we love going to gardens and taking photos.</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-3439517678285219002015-09-09T17:13:00.001-04:002015-09-09T18:24:50.314-04:00Getting A Jump On Holiday Creations!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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These are ornaments I'm making for my own tree this year. I was thinking about a blue and white theme-something very simple. Usually I decorate with pinecones and things found in nature. This year I'd like to do something different.</div>
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I love using these small glass balls and various materials. The light blue ornaments are decorated with tissue and glitter. The white one is glitter alone. I think I'll make more of these and also use little white lights on the tree. </div>
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So sorry to post about the holidays already! I promise I'll hold off posting about Christmas until Halloween and Thanksgiving have past. </div>
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Guess I'm tired of stressing and doing things under pressure. I told myself this year would be different. Isn't it better to start early and enjoy the process? Isn't that what it's all about?</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-51632075232984691412015-09-03T09:32:00.003-04:002015-09-03T16:27:20.445-04:00Sketching<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's been a loooooooong time since I've posted,</div>
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in fact it's been more than a year.</div>
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It's been a busy year, but I hope that I can get back into the swing of blogging again-</div>
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so here's a peek at some sketches. Something else I haven't done in a long time.</div>
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I decided to pull out my art supplies and jump into that too.</div>
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My daughter and I spent the day at the county fair. We love taking photos of the farm animals.</div>
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I loved to draw as a child, so every once in a while I get the pens and pencils out.</div>
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Unfortunately, I haven't learned to slow down when I paint or draw or anything else.</div>
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Something to work on....but at least it's a start.</div>
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This calf was so sweet, I had to take her picture.</div>
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I love cows.</div>
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Here's my attempt at the pretty chicken I saw at the fair.</div>
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I'll be going back again soon to see what's new in the garden.</div>
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Maybe I'll take a sketch pad with me the next time.</div>
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<b><i>Today I'm Joining:</i></b><br />
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-23582427454603897412014-04-10T10:45:00.001-04:002014-04-10T10:49:20.411-04:00Grilled Cheese-Jarlsberg, Mozzarella, Arugula, Tomato<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b><i>jarlsberg, mozzarella, arugula </i></b>and <b><i>tomato</i></b>-perfect.</div>
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Hmmmm, after looking at these photos,</div>
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I'm suddenly craving another grilled cheese.</div>
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Maybe I'll add a few slices of avocado today!</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-31050648963963228462014-04-01T15:46:00.000-04:002014-04-01T15:46:58.740-04:00Pretty Johnny Jump Ups<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Have you started planting in your area?</div>
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These are the only flowers I can plant right now-</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-9599421018461446512014-03-30T13:22:00.001-04:002014-03-30T13:47:50.702-04:00Good Morning!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This meal is so simple! </div>
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Who doesn't like that?</div>
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<b>Pasta</b>, 1 lb. box, I used Barilla White Fiber Spaghetti<br />
<b>Sea Scallops</b>, 1 lb.-saute in olive oil<br />
<b>Broccoli</b>, 2 cups-saute in olive oil<br />
<b>Sun Dried Tomatoes</b>-I used about 6 large slices and sniped them into small pieces<br />
<b>Lemon Juice</b>, fresh squeezed, I used 1 whole large lemon<br />
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I usually chop my broccoli and cut up the sun dried tomatoes first, then set aside. Prepare pasta according to instructions on the box. While the pasta is cooking I saute the broccoli, add salt and garlic powder to taste. Then I put the broccoli in a large bowl, one which will hold all the ingredients. Toss snipped sun dried tomatoes in with the broccoli. Rinse scallops well and pat dry with paper towel, saute for about 1 1/2 minutes per side. I add a little salt to the scallops. Toss in with broccoli and tomatoes. When Pasta is done drain and add to bowl. ( I reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta water and add to bowl.) Combine ingredients, add salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil until lightly coated and squeeze lemon over dish and give another toss.<br />
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-59730056762043108972014-01-26T14:44:00.001-05:002014-07-24T15:16:32.579-04:00Napping In The Sunshine<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Is there a better way to spend a freezing Sunday?</div>
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My little friend Bud E. found a bit of sunlight this morning,</div>
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of course it was on the bed...</div>
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I think he has the right idea.</div>
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Don't you?</div>
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Ahhh, a dog's life.</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-60097719590583439932014-01-22T13:40:00.005-05:002014-01-22T21:36:49.606-05:00Pasta, Shrimp & Veggies-Easy, Healthy And Quick!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This pasta dish is super easy and tastes great.</div>
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1-12 oz. box pasta (I use the high fiber pasta), boil<br />
1 lb. shrimp, saute<br />
2 cloves of garlic, thinly sliced, saute<br />
1 onion, chopped, saute<br />
1 cup orange peppers, sliced into strips, saute<br />
1 cup red peppers, sliced into strips, saute<br />
2 cups broccoli, chopped, saute<br />
Olive oil<br />
Fresh shaved parmesan (to taste)<br />
Garlic powder (to taste)<br />
Hot pepper flakes (to taste)<br />
Kosher salt (to taste)<br />
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Wash and prep veggies. Heat oil in pan (I used a wok for this) and saute garlic on high heat. Turn down to medium high and toss in broccoli. I don't cook the broccoli long-we don't like it soft! When finished, put into large bowl and set aside. At this time boil your pasta according to the box instructions. Saute the remaining veggies-onion and peppers, on medium high, to desired consistency. Add salt, garlic powder and pepper flakes to veggies while cooking. Add veggies to bowl. Saute shrimp on medium high until pink. Add shrimp to veggies. When pasta is done, drain and add to wok along with veggies and shrimp, over medium high heat toss and add parmesan. Turn off heat when ingredients are combined and serve.<br />
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2 cups pearled farro<br />
6 cups (approximately) broth-vegetable or chicken, your choice.<br />
1 cup white wine (approximately-Plus a glass more to enjoy while cooking! I use Chardonnay or whatever is opened)<br />
2 garlic cloves-thinly sliced<br />
2 cups broccoli-chopped & sauteed<br />
2 small onions-chopped<br />
1 cup peas-steamed<br />
1 cup spinach-steamed<br />
1 cup sauteed chicken breast-cubed<br />
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Heat olive oil over medium high heat in a stainless steel pot. Add thinly sliced garlic and chopped onion, saute until translucent. Lower heat to medium and toss in farro, stir until coated with oil. Add broth 1 cup at a time, stirring until it absorbs and farro begins to soften. Stir in wine 1 cup at a time. I usually cook this for about 45 minutes in total. Once <i>farro*</i> is ready toss in vegetables and chicken. Top with parmesan and serve.<br />
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-56274072882417789482013-12-08T18:13:00.000-05:002013-12-10T15:09:42.672-05:00Tiny Wreath's<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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They are so easy to embellish and they're inexpensive.</div>
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The 2 photo's below are wreath's I made last year.</div>
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As promised, here's another Christmas tree I made recently.</div>
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Again, this is soooooo easy!</div>
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The foundation is a cone made from 100# Bristol.</div>
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I simply twisted decorative tissue paper and attached it with hot glue.</div>
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<b><i>Voila!</i></b></div>
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Kinda looks like a beehive, but I like it.</div>
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It's different!</div>
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(You can see the first tree I made<b><a href="http://poppilinnstudios.blogspot.com/2013/11/pretty-paper-christmas-tree.html"> here</a>.)</b></div>
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I'm just taking down the<b><i> Fall </i></b>decor right now </div>
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I had better get going before Christmas passes me by!</div>
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<b><i>Happy decorating!</i></b></div>
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Yes, I'm at it again. </div>
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I've been creating more Christmas decorations!</div>
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Take a peek at the pretty stars made from cardboard stars, tissue paper</div>
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This was another<b><i> really easy project.</i></b></div>
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The tissue paper was one of my purchases from the stationery store</div>
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where I bought the paper for the<b><i> <a href="http://poppilinnstudios.blogspot.com/2013/11/pretty-paper-christmas-tree.html">Christmas tree</a> I </i></b>posted recently.</div>
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The cardboard stars are from Michael's, as is the decoupage finish. </div>
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The bows are from scrap ribbon and a few strands of burlap. (I keep everything...)</div>
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I simply cut out various sizes of tissue paper, brushed a small area of the star with decoupage and applied the pieces of tissue. Once applied, I painted over the tissue with decoupage and continued the process until the star was completely covered. Then I left it to dry over night. Once dry, I used a hot glue gun to apply a ribbon.</div>
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See, very easy!</div>
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I'm working on a few more decorations which will be posted soon, along with the trees I promised to post too. Now I have to think about my Thanksgiving menu! I'm cooking again this year and hope to get some grocery shopping done tomorrow. I've been perusing Pinterest every night pinning tasty dishes to my<b><i> </i></b><a href="http://www.pinterest.com/poppilinn/thanksgiving-day/"><b><i>Thanksgiving</i></b> </a>board. Feel free to follow me on<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/poppilinn/"><b><i> Pinteres</i></b>t</a> :)</div>
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I know, I know, Christmas is <b><i>after</i></b> Thanksgiving, but I couldn't resist</div>
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showing you this pretty paper tree!</div>
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This paper caught my eye while visiting a stationery store.</div>
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Not sure what I would use it for, I had to have it (along with a few others).</div>
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Going into a paper store is like going into a candy shop, at least that's how I see it.</div>
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This pretty tree was super easy to make. I made a cone out of 100# Bristol,</div>
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and taped it with clear packing tape. Then I cut out strips of my decorative paper</div>
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and glued them in rows around the cone. I create, just like I cook-I wing it until I like the outcome.</div>
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There are 2 more trees in the works, just need to take some photos. </div>
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Maybe I'll hold off until<b><i> after</i></b> Thanksgiving!</div>
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poppilinnstudioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06268807099271196838noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4672576677041233601.post-50020449909595089372013-10-16T18:01:00.003-04:002013-10-19T18:01:10.607-04:00Simple Veggie Chili<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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As much as I love to cook and bake, some days I'm just not in the mood.</div>
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This chili recipe is perfect for those cool Autumn days ahead.</div>
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<i><b>Do you follow recipes? </b></i></div>
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When I cook I usually use a recipe the first time and after that I adapt the dish to my taste. </div>
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<i><u><b>Simple Veggie Chili</b></u></i></div>
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1-28 oz. can Hunt's Crushed Tomatoes</div>
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2 cups V-8 Vegetable Juice</div>
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1 cup Morning Star Farms Grillers Crumbles* (found in frozen food section)</div>
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1-15.5 oz. can Goya Black Beans, rinsed</div>
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1-15.5 oz. can Goya Small White Beans, rinsed</div>
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1-15.5 oz. can Goya Red Kidney Beans, rinsed</div>
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1 small can diced green chili's</div>
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1 large onion, diced</div>
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3 large celery stalks, chopped</div>
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2 frying peppers, sliced</div>
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Cumin</div>
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Chili Powder</div>
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Red Pepper Flakes or Powder</div>
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Kosher Salt</div>
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*If you don't want to use the veggie crumbles, replace with ground beef or whatever you choose.</div>
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In a medium stock pot add tomatoes, vegetable juice, rinsed beans and chili's.</div>
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In a medium saute pan add diced onion, chopped celery and sliced frying peppers. Add a bit of water or olive oil to quickly fry up your veggies until slightly soft. Drain and add to stock pot. In same pan heat crumbles thoroughly (see package instructions) add to stock pot. Season with desired amount of cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes or powder and kosher salt. I didn't give amounts because I add until I like the taste. I tend to load my food with hot spices-we like <b><i>hot</i></b>!</div>
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Cook over medium heat, stir and bring to a light boil. Turn to medium-low and continue cooking for about 2 hours, stir occasionally. I cook the chili down to the consistency I like. If it gets too thick, add a little more V-8 juice. </div>
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Hope this keeps you warm.</div>
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<i><b>Enjoy!</b></i></div>
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To me there's nothing more beautiful than the mountains.</div>
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I was lucky to get a quick trip to the Adirondack's this week</div>
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where the foliage is at peak.</div>
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Have a great weekend!</div>
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