Arroz a la Cubana

http://www.unninocubano.com/2011/10/arroz-la-cubana.html

You may be thinking to yourself that this dish looks a little strange.  It is one of the simplest, quickest dinners I can make. 

This is a recipe my Spanish host mother used to make for me while I studied in Barcelona, Spain. 

It is what it looks like:  White instant rice, tomato sauce, a fried egg and a fried banana. 

Here is my version:

I would give the presentation a B but I give the taste an A.  Try it, you may be surprised!

Updated Cabinet

A while ago I blogged about an old cabinet that I got from my grandma.  I finally updated it!  I'm not sure if it is completely finished but I'm very happy with the result. 

Before

After

Blue rose handles from Hobby Lobby

After

Looks great next to the chair I reupholstered.

Holly Vase

Time for some more Christmas crafting!

It's simple:  wine bottle, scrapbook paper and mod podge = Christmas Vase

I'm a co-host this week!

 This week I am very excited to be a co-host for the Handmade Wednesday blog hop!

http://www.blueeyedblessings.com/2011/11/hanmdade-wednesday-week-44/

 

 

It is so nice to meet online friends through crafty blogs, explore the great things they have made and to share what I have created!

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My Style

I've discovered polyvore.com and I have been creating dream outfits for myself.  I love this site!  I've been able to put my ideal style into a few outfits.  What do you think?

Treble Clef Ornament

I decided to make an ornament tonight, as I was feeling in the Christmas spirit.

I used Mod Podge to put two layers of cereal box cardboard together.  Then, I used an image of a treble clef I found online and traced it onto sheet music scrap paper.  I used scissors and an exacto knife to cut the silhouette out.  Finally, I used Mod Podge again to make a glitter outline.  I'm pleased with the outcome!  It looks good on my tree, but it would also make a great gift!

Ladybug Baby Shower

This shower was a surprise for my unsuspecting sister and the baby girl she is expecting.

The invitation

It was my mom's idea to put the brad in the middle of the wings so that they swing open!

So cute!

Ladybug Bunting

The beautiful cake made by my mom!

The spread

Ladybug Oreos!

It was such a fantastic shower, my sister was surprised and everyone had a great time.