Mother’s day is in four days and I am sure most of us are last minute people who have no idea what to get the moms. I know it is easy to just go out and buy flowers and a card… But there is more meaning when something is handmade. I think today’s society we forget what is important. It is not all about how much you spent or what brand it is. It’s about the thought that counts!



More in dept info can be seen on my blog: http://sweetmelange.com/2013/05/09/diy-mug-designs-mothers-day-gift-guide/

These are cute!  Where did you find your tiny bottles?

After buying them off Amazon I also found them at my local Michael's craft store.

Thanks for the replies...add more hot sauce if you like that spiced up chili 

I saw a gorgeous glass bottle necklace at Forever21 and other small boutique stores in Houston several months ago. After seeing these charming necklaces, it approached to me that I can make my own. This will also be a great Mother’s Day gift or bridesmaid’s gift. You can actually put anything inside: from pearls, to glitter, to tiny beads, or roll up a little note.





Supplies:

-small glass bottles

-eye hooks

-jump rings

-necklace chain

-assorted things to put inside: pearls, glitter, beads, feathers, tiny messages, etc.

Feel free to visit my blog post for more in dept info: http://sweetmelange.com/2013/05/07/diy-glass-bottle-necklace-mothers-day-gift-ideas/

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The weather here in Houston is getting cooler again and what is better than coming home to a warm bowl of chili with some homemade cornbread. Yum!  I love it when the weather is cool or gloomy because I enjoy making some comfort food and to be tuck under the covers. For this recipe I like to make a healthier alternative to the regular chili. Not only does this recipe have low calories but it taste delightful!
My Turkey Chili blog is posted here: http://sweetmelange.com/2013/05/02/turkey-chili-cornbread-recipe/
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Turkey Chili Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey

1 small red onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 can diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 can reduced-sodium chicken broth

1 bag frozen sweet corn, thawed

1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste

1 tsp. chili powder

½ tsp. pepper

¼ tsp. ground cumin

¼ tsp. garlic powder

¼ tsp. salt

Optional toppings: reduced-fat sour cream, low-fat shredded cheese, fresh minced cilantro, and sliced avocados

This past weekend, I recently took over my husband’s office and made it into my very own personal craft room. I was bringing over many of my things and wanted to display it on something cute. So I decided to make a two-tiered “cupcake” organizer. If you enjoy this tutorial, please be sure to subscribe to my blog for more DIY crafty goodness.

It is super simple to put together and also super cheap. It literally cost me under $5 to put this all together. You can put your jewelry on it, makeup, nail polishes, or anything extra.





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Removed 75% of his electronics and moved all my fashion/craft stuff into the office. What do you think?

This is my new room where I will be going all my crafts/DIY/...etc

Yes I do,

Ingredients:

8 oz. Baking Soda

4 oz. Citric Acid

4 oz. Corn Starch

4 oz. Epsom Salts

3/4 tsp. Water

2 tsp. Essential Oil

2.5 tsp. Almond Oil

A few drops of food coloring (any color you like)

Sugar Flower (the kind you use for decorating cakes)

Round, snap-together plastic ornaments

I have more direct instructions in my blog: http://sweetmelange.com/2013/02/19/diy-bath-bombs/

It is and plus it was only like $.25 lol not bad at all.

Bath bombs are such great way to relax. I have two kids and a full time job, so the only time I get to escape is when I am either showering or bathing. Not only is the bath bomb a great way to relax but there are many beneficial factors. Some of the benefits includes: softening of the water which makes your body feel silky smooth, the essential oil used have certain properties that help with ailments such as aching muscles, insomnia and fatigue, and moisturizing of the skin. It is such a great way to enhance your bathing experience.

I usually purchase my bath bombs from Lush which varies in price depending on the size. It can run to about $4-$6 a bomb.  My four year old daughter loves it as well. She is a girly girl, so anything that is pink and has flowers catches her eyes. So it can also be something fun for the little ones. Another great idea is wrapping it up and giving them as gifts or favors. The possibilities are endless fun…