Green Rum Punch

I got this recipe from my cousin and it is DIVINE and so easy to make!! It has alcohol in it, but you really can't taste it. You can also make it without alcohol. This recipe makes enough for about 10 people.

INGREDIENTS:
For Freezer:
2 pkg. Blueberry gelatin (dissolve per package instructions)
1 cup Cold water
1 qt. (large can) Pineapple juice
1 1/2 qt. Sunny Delight Citrus
8 oz. Real Lemon juice
2 cups Sugar (you can use less if you don't want it to be as sweet)

For Serving:
1 L Ginger Ale
1 L Lemon-Lime soda
375 mL Bacardi light rum
2 or 3 Types of citrus fruits (and 2 or 3 of each type) - lemons, limes, oranges, etc.
Liquor (whiskey) to marinate fruit in

3 to 24 Hours Prior to Serving:
Slice up citrus fruit; pour liquor (whiskey) to cover bottom of container; cover fruit with liquor and place in refrigerator

DIRECTIONS:
To Freeze:
1.  Dissolve packages of blueberry gelatin according to package directions.
2.  Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
3.  Stir in water, pineapple and lemon juice, and Sunny Delight.
4.  Freeze.

3 to 4 Hours prior to serving, remove from freezer and thaw until slushy.

Serving:
5.  Stir in ginger ale and lemon-lime soda.
6.  Stir in rum.
7.  Pour into punch bowl.
8.  Float fruit (pour excess marinate into punch).
9.  Add ice as needed.

Enjoy and please drink responsibly!

Make Your Own Febreze

 Here's a simple way to make your own Febreze for just $0.15 a bottle! You'll need:

32 oz. spray bottle
1/8 cup of your favorite fabric softener
2 Tbsp. baking soda
Hot tap water-to fill the bottle to the top

Just shake and spray! It's from Fake-It-Frugal.

Comfort Meatballs

These are so good and easy to make. The recipe comes from The Pioneer Woman.

Meatballs:

1 1/2 lb ground beef

3/4 cup quick oats

1 cup milk

3 Tbsp very finely minced onion

1 1/2 tsp salt

Plenty of ground black pepper

4 Tbsp canola oil

1/2 cup flour

Sauce:

1 cup ketchup

1 Tbsp sugar

3 Tbsp distilled white vinegar

2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

4 to 6 Tbsp minced onion

Dash of Tobasco

1. Meatballs: In a bowl, combine the ground beef and oats. Pour in the milk, then add the onion and salt. Add the black pepper, then stir to combine. Roll the mixture into tablespoon-size balls and refrigerate them for 30 to 45 minutes.

2.  Heat oven to 350 degrees. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Spread the flour on a plate. Dredge the meatballs in the flour, then brown them in batches until light brown. As they brown, place them in a rectangular baking dish.

3.  Sauce: Stir the ingredients and drizzle over the meatballs.

4. Bake for about 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Serves 8

Make Your Own Scented Room Spray

Tutorial here. It's from Under the Table and Dreaming.

Dixie Cup Garland

Check out this incredibly cute and super easy to make  Dixie cup garland from Hey Gorgeous.  Directions here.

Mod Podge + Fabric = Beautiful Barstools

Makeover your boring barstools using this easy tutorial from The Crafting Chicks.

J & J Candles - The Best!

I have to give a shout-out to my favorite candle company, J & J Candles! They have a large variety of candles to choose from, including scent types from Victoria's Secret and Bath and Body Works. My personal favorites are Butt Naked (funny name, I know, but it smells divine!) and Peach Pomegranate. I always get compliments from guests when I burn them at home. Not only does J & J have the best smelling candles around, but they also do fundraising.

This Is Made From Toilet Paper Rolls? Really?

I had to do a double-take when I read this! These intricate, faux metal sculptures in the picture are made from toilet paper rolls?  Really?  While I can't honestly say I'll be attempting this crafty eye candy any time in the near future, I've posted the instructions from Suzy's Artsy Craftsy Sitcom here because I think it's a way-cool art project for someone who has the time and talent (not to mention toilet paper rolls).

Make Your Own Hydrangea Wreath

This silk hydrangea wreath would make a beautiful addition to any wall, mirror or door. V and Co. has easy step-by-step instructions here.

Blob Lights

This "bright" idea takes only seconds to make and is so easy the kids can help! The directions are here.

It's from the website Family Chic.

FREE Old Navy Jeans!

I got a coupon in the mail today for 2 FREE Old Navy jeans of my choice (one pair for me and one for a friend). How did I get this, you ask? I simply participated in Crowdtap.com. Crowdtap is a survey website used by many reputable companies like Old Navy to gather valuable information from consumers. It also allows you to sample and keep their products, like the jeans. The only requirement is that you write them a short report telling them what you liked and didn't like about their product. It's that easy. Not bad for free clothes! 

Beautiful Fabric and Photo Collage Frame

This is a quick, inexpensive way to instantly brighten up any room! Simply choose some fabric scraps that go along with the color scheme and feel of the room and mix them with some black and white family photos for a stylish and fun focal point. It's from The Brassy Apple.