{slow}

'm not sure what it is, but I've been feeling slow. It could be the weather, which seems as if it will never pick up, or it could just be stress, but hopefully my upcoming break will be enough to put me back in a crafty, or even just better, mood.

But all I can think right now is that "If I were a crayon, I would be gray." I really want to be coral though. I got two cute coral tops for spring, and I'm wearing one now with one of my most current necklaces. I thought it would cheer me up a bit, but it's not quite doing the trick.

Anyone got anything cheery to share? Please post!!

Thursday Blues

I'm been a bit down this week. Not sick, or depressed, just tired. Worn down. I'm ready for some much needed sunshine and nice weather. But to cheer me-- and you too, hopefully-- here is a little link love. Ideas for the weekend, perhaps?

• hearty bolillos from Heart of Light
• a cute cardi makeover from Angry Chicken
• a birthday banner-- for no one in particular-- on Martha Stewart's Craft blog
• chocolate-y chocolate chip scones on a studio with a view
• more chocolate-y chocolate peanut butter mousse tarts from Tell Love and Chocolate
• adorable iPhone case tutorial via ISLY--a new fav!
• an upcycled vintage clutch from paper n stitch
• a zipper headband tutorial from Vickie Howell

Delayed

o much has been going on since my last post. It has been such a busy week. I haven't done much crafting, just a few jewelry items.

It feels like I'm back sliding, getting away from the goal of this blog. So, I'm going to try to refocus myself.

Until I get there, please be patient. Projects might not go up so quick; and as things start to get even busier in the next few weeks, you might not see much of me.

{100 Posts!}

I hadn't realized it until I looked back, but the last post was number 101! I have officially passed the 100 post mark! HO-RAY!

Valentine's cookies!

I didn't get around to making my Valentine's cookies until Valentine's Day. I'm a bit disappointed in myself, but I had fun, and that's what counts!

I tried a new recipe, which is always hit-and-miss. They weren't as buttery as I would have liked, and they really needed to be refrigerated for several hours before rolling. But then again, they were supposed to be drop cookies.

I don't think I'll use this recipe again, but it was worth the experience.

My icing also didn't turn out perfectly; it was extra runny, and it ended up Pepto-pink, instead of a light pink like I wanted. I made the best of it though, and drizzled or dipped most of the cookies, as to avoid neon shock.

If anyone has any delicious tips for me, please let me know!