tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-317889472024-03-07T16:38:30.207-07:00SarahStyleThese are a few of my favorite thingsSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.comBlogger173125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-84469176259074879702008-09-10T10:45:00.000-06:002008-09-10T10:45:00.281-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Mango Chicken SaladThis recipe is simple and delish and feels really healthy and fresh. {recipe via <a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/mango-chicken-salad">martha stewart</a>}<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0qgDnVy8D5mfwTBw_0DLfECEv3SxpmaVHO238P8BdZokDp42qHa-BEaqYuNUHKaLbBUlHcNKT8PJ1CcyWqe1nkf9H82tD_t8Qqv8WgU3AStFXliJMeIljc2iIM-t1pUI3AGaArQ/s1600-h/mango+chicken"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0qgDnVy8D5mfwTBw_0DLfECEv3SxpmaVHO238P8BdZokDp42qHa-BEaqYuNUHKaLbBUlHcNKT8PJ1CcyWqe1nkf9H82tD_t8Qqv8WgU3AStFXliJMeIljc2iIM-t1pUI3AGaArQ/s400/mango+chicken" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5242611180669751970" border="0" /></a>Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut</li><li>3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt</li><li>1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro</li><li>2 tablespoons fresh lime juice</li><li>2 tablespoons Major Grey's mango chutney</li><li>1 tablespoon Dijon mustard</li><li>1 teaspoon ground turmeric</li><li>1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper</li><li> Coarse salt and ground pepper</li><li>1 cooked chicken (about 2 1/2 pounds), shredded (about 4 cups)</li><li>1 mango, peeled, seeded, and diced</li><li>10 ounces baby spinach</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li> <span>Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread coconut on a rimmed baking sheet; toast, tossing occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; cool.</span> </li><li> <span>In a medium bowl, whisk yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, chutney, mustard, turmeric, and cayenne; season with salt and pepper. Add chicken and mango; toss. Serve on spinach, sprinkled with toasted coconut.</span></li></ol>Voila! Easy and delectable.Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-52940737325625691612008-09-05T12:35:00.003-06:002008-09-05T12:39:11.800-06:00Things I Love Today: Perfect Weather SeptemberIt's no secret that fall has always been my favorite. I love the crispness in the air, the return of consistency and stability, the leaves... It's one of those times where you can feel all is right with the world.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9_s0upu6T70fUkyhpHyW6_UxDTnv6zwL4MBJwPi9yjGW1QbPrrB_3qiab-yIMG5Alc7u2qP0w_4XV6LBfH2JdSYUYslohurbu_wd2ig14zS1Q107svDvTOJs5adOr6bb-RSvmA/s1600-h/leaves"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik9_s0upu6T70fUkyhpHyW6_UxDTnv6zwL4MBJwPi9yjGW1QbPrrB_3qiab-yIMG5Alc7u2qP0w_4XV6LBfH2JdSYUYslohurbu_wd2ig14zS1Q107svDvTOJs5adOr6bb-RSvmA/s400/leaves" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5242608463289835154" border="0" /></a><br />image <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/algo/315698254/">via</a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-87272747227539231402008-08-30T11:28:00.003-06:002008-08-30T11:30:22.031-06:00Nie Nie AuctionI'm participating in an auction to raise money for the Nie Nie Recovery Fund. Read more about it and bid on the auction at <a href="http://sugarhouseink.blogspot.com/">sugarhouseink.blogspot.com</a>.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU3p-na6wn7LACeV38432fuR9rk22TkrB60lCJekIPuCpgwMiSMXIIMGTuLL3VSoL5XgzLyAAFmHHnaFp13o1PDnjFb1LkCDlvzS0o6Ja7_p22DdnTWeOEkIsLIy4vjZrrf8rysg/s1600-h/niefamily-791588.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU3p-na6wn7LACeV38432fuR9rk22TkrB60lCJekIPuCpgwMiSMXIIMGTuLL3VSoL5XgzLyAAFmHHnaFp13o1PDnjFb1LkCDlvzS0o6Ja7_p22DdnTWeOEkIsLIy4vjZrrf8rysg/s400/niefamily-791588.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5240364236321397170" border="0" /></a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-21605582583434349362008-08-28T10:12:00.001-06:002008-08-28T20:18:02.518-06:00Thursdays and Photos<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhERlDwgp6LR2jdcn3wlz3DBrVceTC-8IGCSHs0X3BHhFm7jxUkUeqiOVg28lsDUnTN4TEPvN4e4stT7n746WPnH1iIN2vEDA8i61uhfMj_GEgfXxhyphenhyphen5JQLeWiShT7K0ZY8sjNqzQ/s1600-h/megan.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhERlDwgp6LR2jdcn3wlz3DBrVceTC-8IGCSHs0X3BHhFm7jxUkUeqiOVg28lsDUnTN4TEPvN4e4stT7n746WPnH1iIN2vEDA8i61uhfMj_GEgfXxhyphenhyphen5JQLeWiShT7K0ZY8sjNqzQ/s400/megan.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238580652616416498" border="0" /></a><br />My friend and former roommate <a href="http://megruth.blogspot.com/">Megan</a> is a wonderfully talented photographer. I love everything she captures. Here are a few photos from her participation in Shoot! the Day a few weeks back.Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-65505738947768982822008-08-27T14:01:00.002-06:002008-08-27T14:01:00.843-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Whole Wheat BreadThis recipe comes from my friend <a href="http://coys-r-us.blogspot.com">Meredith</a>. She made homemade wheat bread all through college. I never really got into the whole homemade bread thing until I got married a few months ago. This is an easy recipe, and so delish. I could eat a whole loaf with butter and honey in one sitting...<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Jessie Evans Smith's 90 Minute <span class="nfakPe">Bread</span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">1 Cup warm water</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4 Tbs. yeast</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Dissolve yeast in above water.</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4 C. warm water</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4 tsp. salt</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">6 Tbs. sugar</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4 Tbs. oil</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">4 Tbs. dough enhancer (only if you have it--this is not necessary)</span><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">9 C. or more flour (enough to keep dough from being too sticky)</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">Mix all ingredients in a mixer with a dough hook. Allow to rise for 15 minutes. Beat dough down and break into 5 balls for white flour or 4 balls for wheat flour. Form into loaves and place in greased loaf pans. Cover with a cloth and let rise for 30 minutes. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until golden brown (with my oven, I always check it at 20 minutes and it' s usually done). Lightly grease top crust of baked loaves and let cool on their sides on a cooling rack.</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-24570075527431181642008-08-26T10:36:00.000-06:002008-08-26T10:36:00.418-06:00Tuesday Tune: Tobias FrobergToday I'm loving the fine tunes of Sweden's Tobias Froberg. I really enjoy his generally chill music that still moves. Recommended <a href="http://www.myspace.com/tobiasfroberg">listen</a>: For Elisabeth Wherever You Are.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV1Hh2-W9w2WoHWMhxMbRkYTmpNRb7s5cGhCPPMGxq7C3CNXsv8fkS3F2nUBHhRvCuWc7EckObcmrLc2VMHAjv_W9ioF8SXX5dt28lLS36UTHkc7UXiArPO3_DWCfEavjyF8r4Kw/s1600-h/Picture+1.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV1Hh2-W9w2WoHWMhxMbRkYTmpNRb7s5cGhCPPMGxq7C3CNXsv8fkS3F2nUBHhRvCuWc7EckObcmrLc2VMHAjv_W9ioF8SXX5dt28lLS36UTHkc7UXiArPO3_DWCfEavjyF8r4Kw/s400/Picture+1.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238496736436590018" border="0" /></a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-42581995320453742142008-08-25T15:17:00.001-06:002008-08-25T15:20:19.392-06:00Things I Love Today: Love from KirtsyI got a little mention as an Editor's Pick on <a href="http://www.kirtsy.com">Kirtsy</a> today. Thanks bunches. :)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkeH92ddV4lylnPc_tAJn44SneHZJmgG_9FWkUONvLfz3oAy3RPJ4i7ow_M0jfw08xuS8PFkX8ZGTc7Y4nDIoz5FkQLkeLjUZ0tkZbJD_6JfwRBDYABIyOFS_pd3-nrUGTLhU16w/s1600-h/Picture+2.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkeH92ddV4lylnPc_tAJn44SneHZJmgG_9FWkUONvLfz3oAy3RPJ4i7ow_M0jfw08xuS8PFkX8ZGTc7Y4nDIoz5FkQLkeLjUZ0tkZbJD_6JfwRBDYABIyOFS_pd3-nrUGTLhU16w/s400/Picture+2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5238567816244830978" border="0" /></a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-71628885370498842962008-08-21T17:10:00.003-06:002008-08-21T17:16:31.351-06:00Things I Love Today: Finding Old PhotosOk, so the photos aren't that "old" -- they're not vintage faded Polaroids of people sporting clothes that are back in style. But they are some of my first impressions of Europe on film (yes, <span style="font-style: italic;">film</span>) from six years ago... already enlarged and ready to hang on my bare, bare walls.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvqa8w2zvuZ9AAMZ_bdAHySLElf7Y2NGNPYtv9wh8gJowYoDrsv8KXv8dcH5N9SFCJpL7LPFyFbbH6GRQICpQFMedeux_QZi7WGi9bj3FIJgKdsoqF9bDNe2113spO4iufKBxPcg/s1600-h/bike"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvqa8w2zvuZ9AAMZ_bdAHySLElf7Y2NGNPYtv9wh8gJowYoDrsv8KXv8dcH5N9SFCJpL7LPFyFbbH6GRQICpQFMedeux_QZi7WGi9bj3FIJgKdsoqF9bDNe2113spO4iufKBxPcg/s400/bike" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5237113193827419890" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir4xRD6NR159pfAIfcc-WT_TluLv_8hVX4rOWu-u46VIXdHgxa6-ZcZuqtfLIghNXg6q6MIMHpmzazv0C4B85Uxd-Y4dHimNGNCfb0pVoiTji8ud86aV_jdj6TqxcshjCoJB4hag/s1600-h/fruit.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir4xRD6NR159pfAIfcc-WT_TluLv_8hVX4rOWu-u46VIXdHgxa6-ZcZuqtfLIghNXg6q6MIMHpmzazv0C4B85Uxd-Y4dHimNGNCfb0pVoiTji8ud86aV_jdj6TqxcshjCoJB4hag/s400/fruit.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5237113199443423554" border="0" /></a>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-25568479721441116552008-06-04T11:53:00.000-06:002008-08-25T16:00:16.934-06:00Recipe Wednesday: HummusThis is an easy recipe that makes quite a bit of hummus. I've never frozen it before, but I'm told it stays good for a few months that way.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>2 cups canned garbanzo beans, drained</li><li>1/3 cup tahini</li><li>1/4 cup lemon juice</li><li>1 teaspoon salt</li><li>2 cloves garlic, halved</li><li>1 tablespoon olive oil</li><li>1 pinch paprika</li><li>1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li><span> Place the garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon juice, salt and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. </span></li><li><span> Drizzle olive oil over the garbanzo bean mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley. </span></li></ol>Serve with toasted, warm pita breads and you'll be GTG.Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-65297172417931437642008-05-07T11:50:00.000-06:002008-08-25T15:59:29.876-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Shells with Grilled Chicken and MozzarellaThis is an all time favorite for something really fresh, healthy, and tasty. {everyday food}<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li> Coarse salt and ground pepper</li><li> Vegetable oil, for grates</li><li>1 1/2 pounds chicken cutlets</li><li>8 ounces medium pasta shells</li><li>1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved</li><li>4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch cubes</li><li> 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped (<span style="font-style: italic;">I like flat-leaf best</span>)<br /></li><li> 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving</li><li>2 tablespoons butter</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li> <span>Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for pasta. Meanwhile, heat grill to medium; lightly oil grates. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from grill, and cut into thin strips, halving if long.</span> </li><li> <span>Cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water; drain pasta, and return to pot. Add chicken, tomatoes, mozzarella, parsley, Parmesan, and butter. Toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a sauce that coats shells (you may not need all the water). Serve with more Parmesan.</span> </li></ol>Mmmmm, so delicious! <span style="font-style: italic;">Fresh </span>mozzarella is definitely a must.Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-21708847816177345012008-04-30T11:46:00.000-06:002008-08-25T15:57:57.139-06:00Simple Garlic and Basil PestoDon't want to spend $7.00 on grocery store pesto? Make your own! Here's an easy, tasty recipe:<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>3 cups chopped fresh basil</li><li>1 cup extra virgin olive oil</li><li>1/2 cup pine nuts</li><li>2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese</li><li>2 tablespoons minced garlic</li><li>a dash of chili powder</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li><span>Place the basil in a blender. Pour in about 1 tablespoon of the oil, and blend basil into a paste. Gradually add pine nuts, Brazil nuts, Parmesan cheese, garlic, chili powder, and remaining oil. Continue to blend until smooth.</span></li><li><span>This makes a lot of pesto, so if you're not going to use it all now, </span>freeze it in an ice cube tray, then pop out and store in a ziplock bag in the freezer. Each ice cube is about an 1/4 cup. </li></ol>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-36976536209855817672008-04-23T11:43:00.001-06:002008-08-25T15:57:27.560-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Cheesy Pesto ChickenThis is a winner, and very easy!<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness</li><li>1 cup prepared basil pesto</li><li>4 thick slices mozzarella cheese</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li><span> Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). </span></li><li><span> Spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of the pesto sauce onto each flattened chicken breast. Place one slice of cheese over the pesto. Place in a lightly greased baking dish. </span></li><li><span>Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.</span></li><li><span>Remove foil and continue cooking for 10 minutes.</span></li></ol>Voila!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-41002094639755503662008-04-16T11:41:00.000-06:002008-08-25T15:56:47.726-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Crispy Oven FriesThe perfect addition to Blue Cheese Burgers! So easy, so tasty! {via Martha}<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for baking sheet</li><li>3/4 cup cornflake crumbs (store-bought or crushed from 2 cups cornflakes)</li><li>1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper and/or paprika<br /></li><li> Coarse salt and ground pepper</li><li>1 1/2 pounds baking potatoes (about 3), well scrubbed and cut lengthwise 3/4 inch thick</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li> <span>Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Brush a large rimmed baking sheet with oil; set aside.</span> </li><li> <span>In a pie plate or shallow bowl, combine cornflake crumbs, cayenne, and 1 tablespoon salt. In a large bowl, toss potatoes with oil to coat. One or two at a time, dip potatoes in crumbs, turning to coat all sides; transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake potatoes, turning once, until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven, and season with more salt.</span> </li></ol>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-41039765291473737462008-04-09T11:35:00.000-06:002008-08-25T15:56:01.235-06:00Recipe Wednesday: Blue Cheese BurgersI've decided that I need a good place to store my favorite recipes. This blog is the place! I made these two weeks ago and they were fantastic! This recipe makes about 8 burgers.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><ul><li>2 pounds lean ground beef</li><li>2-1/2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled</li><li>1/3 cup minced fresh chives</li><li>1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (I actually like to substitute a little "liquid smoke" for this)<br /></li><li>3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce</li><li>3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper</li><li>1 teaspoon salt</li><li>3/4 teaspoon dry mustard</li><li>8 French rolls or hamburger buns</li></ul>Directions:<br /><ol><li><span> In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, blue cheese, chives, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, salt, and mustard. Cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours. </span></li><li><span> Preheat grill for high heat. Gently form the burger mixture into about 12 patties. </span></li><li><span> Oil the grill grate. Grill patties 5 minutes per side, or until well done. Serve on rolls.</span></li></ol>Delish!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-7177438077575625392007-12-03T13:24:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:54:21.514-06:00Gifty Guide #14Ever since I can remember I've wanted a locket that would actually hold a picture or two. Finally, J.Crew is selling the perfect one. What girl wouldn't go for this? Available from <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml;jsessionid=ABRGZ1LQGDYAGCTFEEGRXCQKMUQQ2GUG?id=prod87677301&catId=cat210117">J.Crew</a> for $50.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXpsfwQkyyoKuIlFDjATjgIazOt-1BcMxWCQExZkrbfwrnZBo1oAXctKFuenPvh8LVx1bX51AjiLrPvG8ureEnJvCFNCedU86vZMEFrl4_k20C5ba7iRM4YkyNMS_YnJh3EZCQw/s1600-h/locket.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXpsfwQkyyoKuIlFDjATjgIazOt-1BcMxWCQExZkrbfwrnZBo1oAXctKFuenPvh8LVx1bX51AjiLrPvG8ureEnJvCFNCedU86vZMEFrl4_k20C5ba7iRM4YkyNMS_YnJh3EZCQw/s400/locket.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5137248010126178274" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Girly Grown-Up</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-38785733628654351212007-12-02T19:25:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:54:01.660-06:00Gifty Guide #13This little album is cute and practical. Picture-perfect presentation for favorite photographs and a fine gift for a favorite photographer. Available from <a href="http://www.sundancecatalog.com/shopping/product/detailmain.jsp?itemType=PRODUCT&iProductID=11533&itemID=11533">Sundance Catalog</a> for $10.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ_aPMsEh0GM2TpfA6OJAV5lktrAziSSUtE7JcwtDUYJRyOwk4D92t1hn0PRZYmYfpJbrFEnZUadCUDN4IIMdCwmjVrZeWUGuYSBufeSoaOHfMfAS40gm05cipcMg4bmBNH3f7vA/s1600-h/camera.jpeg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ_aPMsEh0GM2TpfA6OJAV5lktrAziSSUtE7JcwtDUYJRyOwk4D92t1hn0PRZYmYfpJbrFEnZUadCUDN4IIMdCwmjVrZeWUGuYSBufeSoaOHfMfAS40gm05cipcMg4bmBNH3f7vA/s400/camera.jpeg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135114841604175826" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Practical Photographer</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-73502392561524232682007-12-01T16:24:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:53:37.019-06:00Gifty Guide #12<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6a4GfYoZY_MPLc2NlWhUbojAnJ7BUAh5VeKd8wOaHWLsp_77HIaQAsYE87M_RyO0KzONjd3eeXLffrILE3osIIev4U43n-AJfyAB_GnnH4l4xm8YI40XloFZQJaAl3X2XdhaK7Q/s1600-h/knitting+kit.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6a4GfYoZY_MPLc2NlWhUbojAnJ7BUAh5VeKd8wOaHWLsp_77HIaQAsYE87M_RyO0KzONjd3eeXLffrILE3osIIev4U43n-AJfyAB_GnnH4l4xm8YI40XloFZQJaAl3X2XdhaK7Q/s400/knitting+kit.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135068181079472066" border="0" /></a>This charming little suitcase would be a treasure to any child who loves to create. (or me!) Complete with yarn, needles, scissors and thread, there are scarves and pincushions just waiting to happen! Available for $60.95 from <a href="http://www.treehouseblue.co.uk/acatalog/moulin_roty_sewing_kit.html">Tree House Blue</a>.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Petite Creative</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-28938402325649574322007-11-30T15:12:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:53:10.903-06:00Gifty Guide #11<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7MstfYN7GxsJ7JSKZg4bs31bX0RR-1C-oisD_hr1GSwWrB2qIHZSUY-RkVpOEhEKN7ROW_UkWoowKXk5sxcIzdvULeGuy8JJi_a7jX9-ro6i_qjXuOzEY6DgRxnHRnLyce23SwA/s1600-h/maps.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7MstfYN7GxsJ7JSKZg4bs31bX0RR-1C-oisD_hr1GSwWrB2qIHZSUY-RkVpOEhEKN7ROW_UkWoowKXk5sxcIzdvULeGuy8JJi_a7jX9-ro6i_qjXuOzEY6DgRxnHRnLyce23SwA/s400/maps.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135049635410687922" border="0" /></a>Anthropologie's Vintage Maps Calendar is a beautiful addition to any room. When the year is up, the maps provide perfectly frameable pieces of art. Available at <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=-8263029482405558115&id=770865&parentid=LIVE_READ_CALENDARS&pushId=LIVE_READ_CALENDARS&popId=LIVE_READING&sortProperties=&navCount=108&navAction=poppushpush&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=mul">Anthropologie</a> for $21.95.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Artsy Cartophile<br /></span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-59119380052590663662007-11-29T14:18:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:52:45.446-06:00Gifty Guide #10What says 'fun' more than a good old fashioned Slinky? Available from <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/catalog/product/product.jsp?productId=prod230231&navCount=0">Restoration Hardware</a> for $6.95.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIbkkdo7rApBNIWjMwuNm1CR_vO2p046hVlJF0TMjHbikmC9i_hMNdBNohg8evtoYNYoDta3bauH_-4GT1SsPcN0RcOZb9alsThKMY9CA2UprhjgmRjCc6p6bCdNZPbdPztvxcPQ/s1600-h/slinky.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIbkkdo7rApBNIWjMwuNm1CR_vO2p046hVlJF0TMjHbikmC9i_hMNdBNohg8evtoYNYoDta3bauH_-4GT1SsPcN0RcOZb9alsThKMY9CA2UprhjgmRjCc6p6bCdNZPbdPztvxcPQ/s400/slinky.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135035401889068962" border="0" /></a><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: Someone with Stairs</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-47356537547300170992007-11-28T14:13:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:52:27.514-06:00Gifty Guide #9<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0PO9JzFNkZmyUs4AHaT27l3_bY-ZsJbxnT5FevqtTY2xcAXTYPpjoA7nmLLyVF6XN0163JjukY88qjsT7j1zVmGHXOZc8u8ahEExQFEXNrKKHoSGCuEuIIEFkJMxLgvTaO_E1Og/s1600-h/vacuum.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0PO9JzFNkZmyUs4AHaT27l3_bY-ZsJbxnT5FevqtTY2xcAXTYPpjoA7nmLLyVF6XN0163JjukY88qjsT7j1zVmGHXOZc8u8ahEExQFEXNrKKHoSGCuEuIIEFkJMxLgvTaO_E1Og/s400/vacuum.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135034383981819794" border="0" /></a>The perfect companion for any laptop or desktop user (I think that means everyone) -- this handy little vac plugs right into the USB port on your computer, allowing you to maintain a tidy keyboard and desk area. Available from <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp;jsessionid=A1ADE24C666B63EF361FB85B6128E017.app13-node3?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&id=14160956&parentid=A_ENT_MUSICCAMERAS&sortProperties=&navCount=2&navAction=poppush&color=00">Urban Outfitters</a> for $10.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect for: The OCD Techie</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-35271074434267559352007-11-27T13:19:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:51:59.562-06:00Gifty Guide #8<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1mjCU_ypbfzp6Q9q7xzH0ZwzMLgT8feIp7fAzbcoH4vW4lX_RcgoSxFnvpRE8UpG93FsiNa3k1Iima8rNEnvxX5lFVMHWY-qpLf-FQt-PN8rS1In_cnUjXP43mCNgupGKLioow/s1600-h/mitt+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1mjCU_ypbfzp6Q9q7xzH0ZwzMLgT8feIp7fAzbcoH4vW4lX_RcgoSxFnvpRE8UpG93FsiNa3k1Iima8rNEnvxX5lFVMHWY-qpLf-FQt-PN8rS1In_cnUjXP43mCNgupGKLioow/s400/mitt+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135029934395701122" border="0" /></a><br />Everyone hates those mornings of windshield scraping. It's snowy and cold and you always end up with frozen fingers and ice pellets slipping down the sleeve of your sweater. Well, that is no more with the down ice scraper mitt! <span class="product-normal">This polyester mitt is goose down-filled so your hands will stay extra warm and toasty while you're scraping ice. Available from <a href="http://www.eddiebauer.com/eb/product.asp?product_id=30675&nv=5%7C21474%7C216&lview=&cm_cg=C216&tid=&c=&sc=&lp=v1i001">Eddie Bauer</a> for $14.50 or 2 for $25.</span><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgegW6Z6Ik9-O1xRAX3lOiRO0Z1Dou5DGTH1pajwBxXGVKXxekXP3qcdqGgD0o6xN1AcMZ0-eCDLi4fDaT4JAxAZJEx_O_YhlQicwGkrg0TTq1ZSi_VECTKib8ORl8peMnLN1QEYA/s1600-h/down+mitt.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgegW6Z6Ik9-O1xRAX3lOiRO0Z1Dou5DGTH1pajwBxXGVKXxekXP3qcdqGgD0o6xN1AcMZ0-eCDLi4fDaT4JAxAZJEx_O_YhlQicwGkrg0TTq1ZSi_VECTKib8ORl8peMnLN1QEYA/s400/down+mitt.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135029839906420594" border="0" /></a><span class="product-normal"><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Warmth Appreciator in a Cold Climate</span><br /></span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-22467616021631818982007-11-26T12:50:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:51:40.312-06:00Gifty Guide #7<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgCMCMGHAoRBKe0UXjD6DS8SoYMPqkHozTBgf0sj6D7aTWWta-P9IzMYqdyLvqAhW6Z9O-qSmapcJcE36Y6WUVUlGVlPKC-XkPm2eb-btt81aQt5xlmMMxd5OTJ_m6IQzAwWA_5g/s1600-h/red-dots-large.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgCMCMGHAoRBKe0UXjD6DS8SoYMPqkHozTBgf0sj6D7aTWWta-P9IzMYqdyLvqAhW6Z9O-qSmapcJcE36Y6WUVUlGVlPKC-XkPm2eb-btt81aQt5xlmMMxd5OTJ_m6IQzAwWA_5g/s400/red-dots-large.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135012844720830306" border="0" /></a>Dishes are a hostess' delight. This bright new set of white with red polka dots is sure to add a dash of cheerfulness to any occasion. Available at <a href="http://www.rosannainc.com/categories.php?cPath=74_143">Rosanna</a> for $175.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect for: The Enthusiastic Hostess</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-25212496958589528552007-11-25T12:45:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:51:01.421-06:00Gifty Guide #6<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgICFNRnfsG1EiPGpxElHso4q-Crv1-8JcAOEk2f7SzRWwbo1GNvL8ltNoqTOQBmf8lAnUZfo5Q9oz2H290BXrbfPX7jPLId53ciSeEKo2hzq9bUIRvxE_fGpu5fOTz43nmaE68kQ/s1600-h/calendar.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgICFNRnfsG1EiPGpxElHso4q-Crv1-8JcAOEk2f7SzRWwbo1GNvL8ltNoqTOQBmf8lAnUZfo5Q9oz2H290BXrbfPX7jPLId53ciSeEKo2hzq9bUIRvxE_fGpu5fOTz43nmaE68kQ/s400/calendar.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135011393021884242" border="0" /></a>Etsy is full of beautiful letterpress 2008 calendars. This is one of the most featured, most beautiful ones out there. Get it at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7852611">ilee's shop</a> for $20.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect for: The Design-Aware Time Keeper</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-4840249972800869212007-11-24T12:30:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:50:39.246-06:00Gifty Guide #5We all get a little teary-eyed while cutting onions, but this gift can take care of the problem. These oh-so-fashionable goggles have anti-fog lenses that offer maximum clarity and eye protection while the comfortable foam seal protects eyes from irritation. Available from <a href="http://www.patinastores.com/Products/Onion_Goggles_063416.cfm">Patina</a> for $19.95.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJe_7ZdNO-VMCqw92HA2xCS01UjwdM7RsL0EZdNSjuU2pIDXqG3qM8WsF4-MYhTSsdt9dCKKkmswZJmy7RbNpvShMZrdHR7epcyblXD-gmPTOhsRynU2J2PRVbTY6F-6hP5L6Abg/s1600-h/onion.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJe_7ZdNO-VMCqw92HA2xCS01UjwdM7RsL0EZdNSjuU2pIDXqG3qM8WsF4-MYhTSsdt9dCKKkmswZJmy7RbNpvShMZrdHR7epcyblXD-gmPTOhsRynU2J2PRVbTY6F-6hP5L6Abg/s400/onion.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135007613450663746" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect For: The Easy-Laugh, Teary-Eyed Foodie</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31788947.post-70738711783938128212007-11-23T12:03:00.000-07:002008-08-25T15:50:10.356-06:00Gifty Guide #4<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQEplQitZ9jZntYfHQpE2WIAqUYIcoTykjoZ0X4fxHCluINpXFdQzUHb4Sp-NtTLjrMORUx7FiTYHSgTgtbsufC0FJ9_E33bCgDdiqfaPq9tp7UZXv4s-Bjub84F_nvpNtc77eQ/s1600-h/green+passport.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqQEplQitZ9jZntYfHQpE2WIAqUYIcoTykjoZ0X4fxHCluINpXFdQzUHb4Sp-NtTLjrMORUx7FiTYHSgTgtbsufC0FJ9_E33bCgDdiqfaPq9tp7UZXv4s-Bjub84F_nvpNtc77eQ/s400/green+passport.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5135001110870177554" border="0" /></a>Know a someone who's always on the go? This may be the perfect gift to help them keep their documentation protected and fashionable. Available in a variety of colors from <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/catalog/product.jhtml?id=prod66686251&catId=cat260253">J.Crew</a> for $29.50.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">Perfect for: The Fashionable Traveler</span>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04592710379570863032noreply@blogger.com0