DIY chalkboard pencil box teacher appreciation gift …

June 1, 2013

If you are scrambling for a last minute teacher appreciation gift, I am sharing some fun DIY chalkboard pencil box teacher appreciation gifts over on my post for Hellobee today.
It is a fun little project that your little one can get involved in, and be proud to give it to their teacher!
Be sure to check out the full tutorial and step by step instructions and pictures over on Hellobee.

Recipe // banh mi burgers

May 30, 2013

Banh Mi Vietnamese sandwiches are SO good!!  So, I decided to try my hand at making a burger version of the popular Banh Mi sandwich.  And, I believe I have succeeded.  With BBQ season underway, these twist on the traditional burger might just be the next thing to cook up at your next cook out!
{Banh Mi Burgers}
Makes 8 Burgers
2 pounds ground pork
1-2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/4 cup shredded carrots
2 shallots, minced
2-3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1-2 tablespoons lemongrass minced (I like to buy this pre-minced in the freezer section at an Asian market)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 egg whites
Spicy Mayo
Mix 1/4 cup mayo with a few squirts of hot spiracha sauce for some spicy mayo, set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients well, and form into patties.  Grilled over the barbecue or pan fry about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the pork patty is cooked all the way through.
Serve over kaiser roll buns, spread with spicy mayo, and add shredded carrots to the top, sliced cucumber and fresh cilantro.
Enjoy!

DIY kidney wire stone earrings …

May 29, 2013

I love to make jewelry, and I got my start way back in college.  There is something therapeutic about working with my hands!

Today over on project wedding I am sharing a simple step by step tutorial on how to make these fun kidney wire earrings with a stone.  Perfect for gifts or even a bridesmaids!

Be sure to check out the full tutorial over on Project Wedding!

[all photos by me, Caroline Armelle Drake]