I love spending my Sunday's watching the NFL with my boyfriend Jesse and his family for 3 reasons:
1.) I love cheering for the Detroit Lions
2.) I love spending time with Jesse and his family
3.) I love the snacks!
So sure the football is great but the snacks come in a pretty close second. Something about Sunday's just make me want to eat all day! I found this recipe for bean dip and it tastes delicious! It is perfect served warm with some taco chips and pairs perfectly with football.
Ingredients:
1 can of pork and beans with molasses
1 cup of velveeta cheese chopped into cubes
1 stick of pioneer farmers sausage (taken out of the casing)
1 cup of salsa
First you fry the sausage in a pan until it is cooked. Next you add the beans, cheese, and salsa to the pan. Stir occasionally until the mixture is warm and the cheese is melted. Pour into a bowl and serve with taco chips.
This recipe is fast and delicious! I highly recommend you serve it at your next party!
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Start knitting now!
I started knitting last fall and I have loved it ever since! I have a huge tote in my room that is filled with yarn and knitting needles, and I am always looking for new projects that I can start.
My favourite source for free knitting patterns is www.ravelry.com. It is free to sign up and there is an unlimited number of projects to choose from.
You can search based on project, skill level, yarns, and more, so it is easy to find a pattern that is right for you! Most of the patterns are free and are available to download as a pdf. I usually browse the site and every time I see a future project I download it and save it to a folder on my computer.
For knitting supplies I go to Michaels, Ram Wools, and sometimes second hand stores like Value Village or The Salvation Army, they have tons of needles that you can get for just a couple dollars.
Knitting is such a fun thing to do, especially with friends! Plus now that Christmas is only a few months away you can start making some beautiful gifts! Last year I made my Grandpa a toque for Christmas and it has been the only one he has worn since. Homemade gifts are so thoughtful and show you really care.
I found this easy pattern for a cowl. It only takes a few hours to make and is perfect for keeping your neck warm in the fall and winter.
Check it out and give it a try!
http://www.knitandbake.com/2012/03/02/easy-garter-stitch-cowl-free-knitting-pattern/
My favourite source for free knitting patterns is www.ravelry.com. It is free to sign up and there is an unlimited number of projects to choose from.
You can search based on project, skill level, yarns, and more, so it is easy to find a pattern that is right for you! Most of the patterns are free and are available to download as a pdf. I usually browse the site and every time I see a future project I download it and save it to a folder on my computer.
For knitting supplies I go to Michaels, Ram Wools, and sometimes second hand stores like Value Village or The Salvation Army, they have tons of needles that you can get for just a couple dollars.
Knitting is such a fun thing to do, especially with friends! Plus now that Christmas is only a few months away you can start making some beautiful gifts! Last year I made my Grandpa a toque for Christmas and it has been the only one he has worn since. Homemade gifts are so thoughtful and show you really care.
I found this easy pattern for a cowl. It only takes a few hours to make and is perfect for keeping your neck warm in the fall and winter.
Check it out and give it a try!
http://www.knitandbake.com/2012/03/02/easy-garter-stitch-cowl-free-knitting-pattern/
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
My 5 favourite things this week
1.) Breaking Bad:
The last episode of the series is airing this Sunday night and I cannot wait! I have been obsessed with this show for a while now and I can't believe it's all coming to an end. I'm a die hard Jesse Pinkman fan and my only hope is that he makes it out of the show alive!
2.) Add More ~ing To Your Life by Gabrielle Bernstein
I just started reading this book and I am already feeling inspired. Basically the book teaches you how to change your perception in order to fight off your ego (that little thing inside you that feeds your fears and doubts) and become a happier person. It's the first step towards a more spiritual life full of positivity. It also teaches you how to meditate... I'm very intrigued!3.) Mom's Apple Pie Tea
This tea from Davids Tea is incredible. It tastes exactly how it sounds and is perfect for a cool fall evening. I highly recommend it!
4.) My Ukelele
Last year for Christmas my boyfriend Jesse bought me a ukelele that is painted to look like a watermelon. I absolutely love it! It is simple to learn, there are even a ton of YouTube videos that will teach you how to play different songs. I am a huge Beatles fan and I got the chance to see Paul McCartney live this summer! This week I've been reminiscing about the concert and playing Something on my pretty ukelele.
5.) Knitting
Now that the cool weather is here I finally have the urge to knit! The projects I am working on now are an infinity scarf, a blanket, and slippers. I figure if I start now I should have some pretty awesome Christmas gifts to give to my family and friends!
Monday, September 16, 2013
HBO's Girls
I'll admit it, I have a bit of an obsession with TV shows. I've seen every episode of SOA, Breaking Bad, Curb Your Enthusiasm, East Bound and Down, and Dexter to name a few. Those shows are all great but they are very hard for me to identify with. I am not in a biker gang, I don't cook meth and I am definitely not a serial killer.
Then I watched HBO's Girls... finally a series that shows what life can be like for 20-something females!!
One episode and I was hooked, I managed to watch both the first and second season within a month! The third season is coming out next year and I cannot wait!
The show is created, written and directed by Lena Dunham... oh and did I mention she also stars in it? Talk about an inspiration! Her writing is incredible. I find it funny, relevant and realistic. That is the best part. The characters in the show are as close to real people as I've ever seen on TV (yes that's right even more real than reality stars).
The show centres around four 20-something friends who live in Brooklyn, New York. They aren't rich, in fact some months they can't even pay their rent. They don't own 1000 pairs of Manolo Blahnik shoes, and they don't meet for brunch every week.
They are just real girls going through real issues and I find it comforting and enjoyable to watch.
I highly recommend this show!
Have you ever seen Girls?
Then I watched HBO's Girls... finally a series that shows what life can be like for 20-something females!!
One episode and I was hooked, I managed to watch both the first and second season within a month! The third season is coming out next year and I cannot wait!
The show is created, written and directed by Lena Dunham... oh and did I mention she also stars in it? Talk about an inspiration! Her writing is incredible. I find it funny, relevant and realistic. That is the best part. The characters in the show are as close to real people as I've ever seen on TV (yes that's right even more real than reality stars).
The show centres around four 20-something friends who live in Brooklyn, New York. They aren't rich, in fact some months they can't even pay their rent. They don't own 1000 pairs of Manolo Blahnik shoes, and they don't meet for brunch every week.
They are just real girls going through real issues and I find it comforting and enjoyable to watch.
I highly recommend this show!
Have you ever seen Girls?
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Top picks for fall
My favourite season is finally here! Time for hot lattes, cozy sweaters and brisk park walks!
Here are my top picks for fall:
1.) The Poncho
This sweater style is making a comeback! It's the perfect shape for staying cozy in the classroom or office. This one is MICHAEL Michael Kors. It has a high price tag but the fabric is so soft! There are much more affordable options popping up in lots of stores, I'll be shopping around to find the perfect one!
2.) Ugg boots
The fall shoe that never goes out of style! This is a wardrobe staple that I think every girl should own. I like the caramel coloured ankle boots and the sand coloured moccasins. Costo sells a super affordable knockoff version and they look and feel very similar.
4.) The Starbucks pumpkin spice latte
The perfect fall drink, enough said!
Here are my top picks for fall:
1.) The Poncho
This sweater style is making a comeback! It's the perfect shape for staying cozy in the classroom or office. This one is MICHAEL Michael Kors. It has a high price tag but the fabric is so soft! There are much more affordable options popping up in lots of stores, I'll be shopping around to find the perfect one!
The fall shoe that never goes out of style! This is a wardrobe staple that I think every girl should own. I like the caramel coloured ankle boots and the sand coloured moccasins. Costo sells a super affordable knockoff version and they look and feel very similar.
3.) The lululemon vinyasa scarf
This scarf is amazing! It is perfect for fall and you can wear it so many different ways. Check out this YouTube video that shows you how to create all of the different styles.
4.) The Starbucks pumpkin spice latte
The perfect fall drink, enough said!
5.) Navy nail polish
I love fall nail polish colours! They are much more sophisticated than the neon summer hues. This season I am wearing dark navy and loving it! My favourite version is After School Boy Blazer by Essie.
What are you favourite picks for fall?
-Sarah
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Sweating it out
For a long time now I have been hearing all about yoga and how amazing it is. I read articles about it in my magazines, see yoga inspired selfies on Instagram, and hear about it from my friends. So this summer my friend Leanne and I decided we were ready to see what yoga was all about!
We researched local studios and settled on Moksha Yoga Winnipeg since they have a wide range of classes and an intro pass for only $40 (the cheapest we could find). We read up on the classes they offered and found one that was at a good time and was supposedly appropriate for beginners. When we got to the studio with our adorable new yoga mats we were told that the class we signed up for was actually better suited to experienced yogis... uh oh.
We decided to be brave and give it a try and we actually really enjoyed it! By the end of the hour we both felt like we were going to faint but we realized we'd been concentrating so hard we barely took any breaths! I have never experienced the feeling of heat that I did in that yoga studio but somehow (my guess is from all of the sweating) I actually felt calm and relaxed.
We went to our second class (one that was for beginners) and found it even more enjoyable. We both felt relaxed and peaceful and remembered to breathe. I am an over thinker and I found that yoga helped me clear my mind and gain serenity.
Unfortunately our plan to go at least twice a week didn't work. The 30+ Winnipeg weather and our busy schedules kept us from going back, but I did manage to catch the yoga bug! I really want to go back and try more. They even offer Barre; a mixture of yoga, ballet and Pilates, which I am dying to try.
I want to make more time to do things like yoga, I think it is important to take time to relax and relieve stress.
Have you ever tried yoga?
-Sarah
We researched local studios and settled on Moksha Yoga Winnipeg since they have a wide range of classes and an intro pass for only $40 (the cheapest we could find). We read up on the classes they offered and found one that was at a good time and was supposedly appropriate for beginners. When we got to the studio with our adorable new yoga mats we were told that the class we signed up for was actually better suited to experienced yogis... uh oh.
We decided to be brave and give it a try and we actually really enjoyed it! By the end of the hour we both felt like we were going to faint but we realized we'd been concentrating so hard we barely took any breaths! I have never experienced the feeling of heat that I did in that yoga studio but somehow (my guess is from all of the sweating) I actually felt calm and relaxed.
We went to our second class (one that was for beginners) and found it even more enjoyable. We both felt relaxed and peaceful and remembered to breathe. I am an over thinker and I found that yoga helped me clear my mind and gain serenity.
Unfortunately our plan to go at least twice a week didn't work. The 30+ Winnipeg weather and our busy schedules kept us from going back, but I did manage to catch the yoga bug! I really want to go back and try more. They even offer Barre; a mixture of yoga, ballet and Pilates, which I am dying to try.
I want to make more time to do things like yoga, I think it is important to take time to relax and relieve stress.
Have you ever tried yoga?
-Sarah
Friday, August 30, 2013
Fast and Easy Cinnamon buns!
Hi everyone!
Tomorrow morning I am leaving on a bus trip to Saskatchewan to see the Bombers play the Riders! I am super excited and hopeful that the Bombers will pull off a win! The only downside to the trip is that the bus only stops at McDonalds!
In an effort to avoid eating fast food at all costs I am whipping up a batch of fresh, crumbly cinnamon buns tonight!
This recipe is so fast and easy! I often bake a batch in the morning for breakfast because my boyfriend Jesse loves them! I think tonight I'll make a double batch because I have a feeling they won't last the bus ride there! :)
Here is the recipe, I hope you'll try them!
Ingredients:
Dough
2 cups all purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp butter, softened
3/4 cup milk
Filling
4 tbsp butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
3 tsp ground cinnamon
Directions:
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in softened butter. Stir in the milk to form a soft dough.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4" thick.
Spread the filling on the dough. Roll up the rectangle, and with a sharp knife slice into 18 small rolls.
Place the rolls in the 9x9" pan and bake in a pre-heated 400-degree oven 20-25 minutes.
Let the buns cool down for at least 5 minutes and then enjoy!
-Sarah
Tomorrow morning I am leaving on a bus trip to Saskatchewan to see the Bombers play the Riders! I am super excited and hopeful that the Bombers will pull off a win! The only downside to the trip is that the bus only stops at McDonalds!
In an effort to avoid eating fast food at all costs I am whipping up a batch of fresh, crumbly cinnamon buns tonight!
This recipe is so fast and easy! I often bake a batch in the morning for breakfast because my boyfriend Jesse loves them! I think tonight I'll make a double batch because I have a feeling they won't last the bus ride there! :)
Here is the recipe, I hope you'll try them!
Ingredients:
Dough
2 cups all purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
3 tbsp butter, softened
3/4 cup milk
Filling
4 tbsp butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
3 tsp ground cinnamon
Directions:
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in softened butter. Stir in the milk to form a soft dough.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4" thick.
Spread the filling on the dough. Roll up the rectangle, and with a sharp knife slice into 18 small rolls.
Place the rolls in the 9x9" pan and bake in a pre-heated 400-degree oven 20-25 minutes.
Let the buns cool down for at least 5 minutes and then enjoy!
-Sarah
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