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15 Last-Minute Infused Alcohols To Show Someone You Really Care

January 22, 2018 by Admin

                                            <b>Same-day bacon bourbon for V-Day? Yes, please.</b>

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People love DIY gifts. People also love alcohol. And with Valentine’s Day coming up, these quick concoctions could just save the day.

How to make infused alcohol: Desired flavors + liquor + sealed container + dark cabinet = drunk deliciousness.

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And they don’t have to take forever. “I’ve found that most recipes for infusions tell people to leave stuff steeping for entirely too long,” says Marcia Simmons on Serious Eats. (As an infused alcohol experimenter myself, I have to agree with her.) “Herbs, hot peppers, and vanilla beans, for instance, can make an intensely flavored infusion in as little as a day,” she says.

Here are quickie infusions that are sure to make them happy…

If it’s 3 days before Valentine’s day…

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Alison Caporimo

Make these…

1. Pineapple and Pepper Vodka

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For a spice-lover. Get the recipe here.

2. Orange and Vanilla Bourbon

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dailysqueeze.com

For sweet and citrusy realness. Get the recipe here.

3. Rosemary Vodka

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potluck.ohmyveggies.com

For herbal goodness. Get the recipe.

4. Peach and Pecan Bourbon

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backdownsouth.com

For a dessert you can drink. Get the recipe here.

5. Strawberry Basil Vodka

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foodiewithfamily.com

For summer’s day in a bottle. Get the recipe here.

6. Mango Tequila

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bonappetit.com

For something a little sweet that packs a big punch. Get the recipe here.

If it’s 2 days before Valentine’s Day…

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Alison Caporimo

Try these…

7. JalapeÃ±o-Infused Tequila

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foodiemisadventures.com

For Mexican take-out’s new best friend. Get the recipe here.

8. Rosemary, Ginger, and Asian Pear Vodka

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thesweetestoccasion.com

For something classy. Get the recipe here.

9. Cherry Vodka

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blushandjelly.com

For the ideal chocolate pairing. Get the recipe here.

10. Strawberry Tequila

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makezine.com

For a colorful margarita. Get the recipe here.

11. Citrus Rosemary Vodka

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mybakingaddiction.com

For something perfect to be served neat. Get the recipe here.

If it’s the day before Valentine’s Day…

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Alison Caporimo

Do these (for heaven’s sake)…

12. Same-Day Bacon Bourbon

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modernwifestyle.com

For getting play (because you know they’ll worship you for this). Get the recipe here.

13. Apple Cinnamon Whiskey

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thegoldengirlblog.com

For something to sip by a fire (or space heater). Get the recipe here.

14. Blueberry Vodka

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keepitsimplefoods.com

For something super refreshing. Get the recipe here.

15. Vanilla Honey Ginger Whiskey

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keldeats.wordpress.com

For a potential cold remedy—brought to you by completely unscientific non-research. Get the recipe here.

They will just love drinking up.

15 Last-Minute Infused Alcohols To Show Someone You Really Care

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And adore you all the more for it.

Filed Under: News Tagged With: DIY, Gifts, infusion, valentines day

Don’t Throw Out Those Cardboard Boxes, Turn Them Into These Kid-Friendly Crafts

October 9, 2016 by Admin

                                                                                                                                                      <div class="content">                    My mother is the ultimate hoarder. She works part-time at a retail store and I swear, at least once a week, she brings home some empty cardboard boxes. Her excuse is that we <em>might</em> need them to store <em>something</em> in the future. (Spoiler alert: We never will.)

Cardboard can be used for more than just storing things, though.

In fact, it can be used for just about ANYTHING! These awesome parents took the old boxes collecting dust in their attics and transformed them into awesome playthings for their children. Check out these 24 crazy-awesome cardboard creations that are kiddo-friendly!

1. This playhouse is fit for a housewife.

Charcoal and Crayons

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2. Why would your little ones need a cellphone when they could have this retro rotary telephone?

Ikat Bag

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7. This is a palace built for a queen.

Design Dazzle

8. They’re never too early for their first job at this grocery store.

Ikat Bag

9. Make them a brand-new sports car.

Childhood 101

10. Create a gas pump to keep that new sports car on the go.

Cool Mom Picks

11. And teach them the rules of the road with this working stoplight!

Ikat Bag

12. Let their imaginations soar with this airplane.

Small Fry

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13. This sink and stove will teach the kids how to cook and clean up after themselves.

Para Niños y Niñas

14. No needles required to craft this cute sewing machine.

Little Red Window

15. Lose your kids for hours in this crazy maze.

Living Green With Baby

16. Going down?

Repeat Crafter Me

17. Invite the neighborhood kids over for a showing at this drive-in theatre.

The Party Wagon

18. Explore the great outdoors with this duct tape camper.

The Merrythought

19. Ahoy, mates! Create your own pirate ship.

Black Eiffel

20. Share secrets with all your friends in this backyard clubhouse.

Apartment Therapy

21. This barn is perfect for any farmer in training.

Joyfully Weary

22. Your kids can practice on these mini guitars before trying the real thing.

Mister Make It, Love It

23. Grown-ups can even appreciate this adorable deer wall art.

Instructables / N36

24. This casual Transformers costume will make you the life of any party.

Instructables / Incrxtc

Well, how about that? And here I thought cardboard boxes were just for making fun of dogs and cats…

Filed Under: News Tagged With: awesome, cardboard, cardboard-box, childrens-crafts, childrens-toys, DIY, diy-cardboard, good-parenting, Kids, Life, parenting, parenting-hacks

34 Punny Valentines Perfect For Any Classroom

July 28, 2015 by Admin

                                            <b>Their class will be rolling in the aisles.</b>

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1. Who could refuse an offer to be someone’s “Valen-slime”?

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stitchcraftcreations.com

Get the printable and learn how to make the slime at Stitch/Craft.

2. I think it’s safe to say that “a hole lot” of people would be happy to receive these valentines.

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handsonaswegrow.com

Find out how to make them at Hands On As We Grow.

3. This printable + some rock candy = a rockin’ valentine.

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love-the-day.com

Get the PDF (and more information) at Love the Day.

4. You can never go wrong with Play-Doh.

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thenerdswife.com

Find out how to make these malleable valentines over at The Nerd’s Wife.

5. There’s no one “whoo” wouldn’t want to be this cute owl’s valentine.

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lisastorms.typepad.com

Download the printable and learn how to make these lovely birds at Lisa Storms’ blog.

6. “Beep boop beep” = the sound of these robots telling you to make them.

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craftinessisnotoptional.com

Learn how to make these valentines at Craftiness Is Not Optional.

7. These are “nacho” average valentines.

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skiptomylou.org

Get the instructions for these cards by Larissa of Just Another Day in Paradise at Skip to My Lou.

8. These are sweet and a challenge.

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cutesycrafts.com

Learn how to make them at Cutesy Crafts.

9. A shakeable valentine that sparkles? Wow… These are amazingly cool.

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two-daloo.com

Learn how to make these sensory bottles at Two Daloo.

10. A craft project for you and your child (making the crayons and the cards) along with your child’s classmates (coloring in the card itself): Hurray for art!

A craft project for you and your child (making the crayons and the cards) along with your child's classmates (coloring in the card itself): Hurray for art!

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mollymoocrafts.com

Learn how to make the crayons and the card at MollyMooCrafts.

11. “I Need S’more Friends Like You!”

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domesticatedlady.com

Don’t we all? Learn how to make these delicious valentines at Domesticated Lady.

12. Valentines that glow.

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eighteen25.blogspot.com

If their teacher agrees to turn off the lights, they could have a classroom dance party!

Instructions at eighteen25.

13. Your kid will have the most “TOAD-ally awesome” cards in the class.

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crapivemade.com

Find out how to make these amphibian-approved cards at Crap I’ve Made.

14. This free printable card is the sweetest (“accordion” to anyone).

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happyhappycollective.com

Get the PDF (by illustrator Denise Holmes) at Happy Happy Art Collective.

15. Don’t want the card to be so large? Do a bunch of acorn hands on one huge sheet of paper and then cut out each nut. You could write the “nuts about you!” message on the back of each acorn.

Don't want the card to be so large? Do a bunch of acorn hands on one huge sheet of paper and then cut out each nut. You could write the "nuts about you!" message on the back of each acorn.

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craftymorning.com

More info at Crafty Morning.

16. This card is cheesy and easy (to make).

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blessthismessplease.com

Bonus: Everyone will have an extra snack for lunch.

More info at Bless This Mess.

17. The perfect option for an older child who still wants to bring in Valentine’s Day cards.

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733blog.com

Get the printables at Seven Thirty Three.

18. A valentine that will supervise all homework production.

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the36thavenue.com

Find the instructions over at The 36th Avenue.

19. A valentine (and a snack) to be wild about.

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thegirlcreative.com

For more info (and the printable) visit The Girl Creative.

20. Does your daughter love fairies? These are the valentines for her.

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fantasticfunandlearning.com

Get the free printable for your fairy fan at the Fantastic Fun and Learning blog ASAP.

21. Let these “worm” their way into your heart.

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infarrantlycreative.net

More info at Infarrantly Creative.

22. A “beary” sweet valentine.

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queenbeecoupons.com

Get the instructions at Queen Bee Coupons.

23. Kids will have a “gooed” time playing with this slime.

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thegunnysack.com

Find out how to make it at The Gunny Sack.

24. Have a son or daughter that loves creating loom bands? Put them to work and make these valentines.

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thecraftedsparrow.com

Full instructions (plus the printable) at The Crafted Sparrow.

25. “Stick” these valentines in their backpack and send â€˜em off to school.

"Stick" these valentines in their backpack and send 'em off to school.

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armelleblog.com

Get more information at the Armelle Blog.

26. Let your son or daughter show their classmates that they’re happy “to be in the same school.”

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iheartnaptime.net

Learn how to make this scrumptious Valentine at I Heart Naptime.

27. This free printable will be a “lifesaver” if you’re short on time.

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makelyhome.com

Get the full instructions at Makely.

28. Kids having fun > adult eardrums.

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u-createcrafts.com

Get the instructions at U Create.

29. You should “pix” these valentines if your child is allowed to bring candy to school.

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smartschoolhouse.com

Learn how to make them at Smart School House.

30. “Ewe” will melt at the cuteness of this card.

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mykidsmake.com

Learn how to make it at My Kids Make.

31. “Chews” this valentine when you have kids old enough to safely chew bubblegum.

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crazylittleprojects.com

Find out how to make the cards at Crazy Little Projects.

32. These cards come with friendship bracelets featuring the “heart” knot.

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hartandsew.blogspot.com

Head on over to Heart & Sew to learn how to make the bracelet and card.

33. A valentine you squeeze (that you can make with ease).

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funkypolkadotgiraffe.blogspot.com

Find the whole tutorial at Funky Polkadot Giraffe.

34. This valentine comes with a toy to use in the sandbox during recess.

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thirtyhandmadedays.com

Learn how to make the card at Thirty Handmade Days.

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15 Last-Minute Infused Alcohols To Show Someone You Really Care

How to make infused alcohol: Desired flavors + liquor + sealed container + dark cabinet = drunk deliciousness.

If it’s 3 days before Valentine’s day…

1. Pineapple and Pepper Vodka

2. Orange and Vanilla Bourbon

3. Rosemary Vodka

4. Peach and Pecan Bourbon

5. Strawberry Basil Vodka

6. Mango Tequila

If it’s 2 days before Valentine’s Day…

7. JalapeÃ±o-Infused Tequila

8. Rosemary, Ginger, and Asian Pear Vodka

9. Cherry Vodka

10. Strawberry Tequila

11. Citrus Rosemary Vodka

If it’s the day before Valentine’s Day…

12. Same-Day Bacon Bourbon

13. Apple Cinnamon Whiskey

14. Blueberry Vodka

15. Vanilla Honey Ginger Whiskey

They will just love drinking up.

Don’t Throw Out Those Cardboard Boxes, Turn Them Into These Kid-Friendly Crafts

1. This playhouse is fit for a housewife.

2. Why would your little ones need a cellphone when they could have this retro rotary telephone?

3. Be the queen of the castle!

4. This stylish purse can accessorize any outfit.

5. Get on track with this train station.

6. Teach them to do their own laundry with this washing machine.

7. This is a palace built for a queen.

8. They’re never too early for their first job at this grocery store.

9. Make them a brand-new sports car.

10. Create a gas pump to keep that new sports car on the go.

11. And teach them the rules of the road with this working stoplight!

12. Let their imaginations soar with this airplane.

13. This sink and stove will teach the kids how to cook and clean up after themselves.

14. No needles required to craft this cute sewing machine.

15. Lose your kids for hours in this crazy maze.

16. Going down?

17. Invite the neighborhood kids over for a showing at this drive-in theatre.

18. Explore the great outdoors with this duct tape camper.

19. Ahoy, mates! Create your own pirate ship.

20. Share secrets with all your friends in this backyard clubhouse.

21. This barn is perfect for any farmer in training.

22. Your kids can practice on these mini guitars before trying the real thing.

23. Grown-ups can even appreciate this adorable deer wall art.

24. This casual Transformers costume will make you the life of any party.

Well, how about that? And here I thought cardboard boxes were just for making fun of dogs and cats…

34 Punny Valentines Perfect For Any Classroom

1. Who could refuse an offer to be someone’s “Valen-slime”?

2. I think it’s safe to say that “a hole lot” of people would be happy to receive these valentines.

3. This printable + some rock candy = a rockin’ valentine.

4. You can never go wrong with Play-Doh.

5. There’s no one “whoo” wouldn’t want to be this cute owl’s valentine.

6. “Beep boop beep” = the sound of these robots telling you to make them.

7. These are “nacho” average valentines.

8. These are sweet *and* a challenge.

9. A shakeable valentine that sparkles? Wow… These are amazingly cool.

10. A craft project for you and your child (making the crayons and the cards) along with your child’s classmates (coloring in the card itself): Hurray for art!

11. “I Need S’more Friends Like You!”

12. Valentines that glow.

13. Your kid will have the most “TOAD-ally awesome” cards in the class.

14. This free printable card is the sweetest (“accordion” to anyone).

15. Don’t want the card to be so large? Do a bunch of acorn hands on one huge sheet of paper and then cut out each nut. You could write the “nuts about you!” message on the back of each acorn.

16. This card is cheesy and easy (to make).

17. The perfect option for an older child who still wants to bring in Valentine’s Day cards.

18. A valentine that will supervise all homework production.

19. A valentine (and a snack) to be wild about.

20. Does your daughter love fairies? These are the valentines for her.

21. Let these “worm” their way into your heart.

22. A “beary” sweet valentine.

23. Kids will have a “gooed” time playing with this slime.

24. Have a son or daughter that loves creating loom bands? Put them to work and make these valentines.

25. “Stick” these valentines in their backpack and send â€˜em off to school.

26. Let your son or daughter show their classmates that they’re happy “to be in the same school.”

27. This free printable will be a “lifesaver” if you’re short on time.

28. Kids having fun > adult eardrums.

29. You should “pix” these valentines if your child is allowed to bring candy to school.

30. “Ewe” will melt at the cuteness of this card.

31. “Chews” this valentine when you have kids old enough to safely chew bubblegum.

32. These cards come with friendship bracelets featuring the “heart” knot.

8. These are sweet and a challenge.