Tuna Macaroni Salad

Hello bloggers. Its been a while since I have posted and especially since I have posted a recipe. It is hard to keep up with everyday tasks, work, and just life. It definitely gets in the way and often throws wrenches in plans, ideas, and their execution. With being home in the summer you would think I would have more time- nope. It feels like just the opposite. Time has just flown by. Now I am getting ready for a new school year to start. With that being said, I thought I would share a quick, easy, refreshing, and delicious recipe that can be made now or as your busy school year starts. Its keeps in the fridge up to 5 days  (it will probably be eaten before that). 

This recipe was recently shared with me by a friend and it is yummy. She has been making this recipe for 25+ years and got this recipe from her friend's mother in the 80s. From what I know, its a 1950s- 1960s recipe. When I heard the ingredients I didn't think this sounded appetizing at all.  Woah... was I wrong. Its very tasty and a delicious cold salad to eat as is or over a bed of lettuce. Its perfect as a side or main dish. It travels well. I actually am taking it with me on a weekend lake trip. My family requested this as lunch a couple days. 

Lets get started...

Boil 1lb box of elbow pasta according to directions in salted water. Strain, and rinse with cold water to stop cooking process. Add to large bowl. 

Add one 15oz can (including juice), one 11 oz can of peas (drained),  two cans of tuna (drained), and 1/2-1 Cup mayo (to your taste and calorie preference). Mix all together. 

Variation option: add 1/2 diced green pepper and or 1 stalk diced celery to add crunch. 

Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill in fridge for 1 hour before serving. Stir everytime before serving. 

VINTAGE Inspired Monogram Bracelet

I made this for a friend for her birthday. I loved the look of the mixed beads and items for the bracelet and thought these monogram charms were perfect. 

I hope she loves it as much as I do. 

I found all the times at Hobby Lobby. They make crafting so simple.

 Love that store!!!!!

JEWELRY- CUFF BRACELET

 I scored 'big' at Hobby Lobby this past weekend when I came across this cuff for less than $2 and the adorable metal plate for less than $1.  So simple and adorable. I am almost embarrassed to admit I made it... kinda. 

Valentine Card Swap- 2018

                                            

Here are a few of the Valentine Card Swap cards I received. I started hosting a themed card swap in my home (late 2017) every 6-8 wks. 5-8 lovely local women attend and I provide a soup/ salad lunch and a make-n-take craft project. We enjoy the fellowship, sharing ideas, and laughter. The plan is to have a full box of various handmade cards by the end of the year.  So far so good, My box is actually 1/2 filled already. 

CELLO GOODY BAGS- HEARTINI STAMPIN' UP!

I am using up some SU! products pieces I have had sitting in a storage box in my craft studio. I love the way these adorable long skinny ( non traditional size) cello bags turn out. They are perfect for  a little paper shreds and a nail polish along with a rolled gift certificate for bridesmaids for a wedding. Maybe just the nail polish and a nail file for a simple bachelorette party gift.  

I stamped the heartini martini  from the Making Spirits Bright SU set onto whisper white and cut out. Glued to the foil edge heart. 

I colored the heartini image using 2 shades of pink and added a dimensional heart sticker to fit perfectly on the heart. 

VALENTINE CELLO GOODY BAGS- STAMPIN' UP!

Available for sale on my Easy store are these adorable mini cello bags and tags. 

Set of 6 tags, cello bags, and red striped twine

visit my papercutiesworkshop on Etsy for these or more of my handmade items. 

Thanks for stopping by. 

LAYERED HEARTS VALENTINE CARD

Here is another card made for my Valentine Card swap.  

I cased it from Keisha Campbell at abiteast.typepad.com.

 I love her use of color and style. 

PARTY PANDAS STAMPIN' UP!- Valentine card

I made a quick, easy, and adorable 3"x3" 

Valentine card using the Sale-A-Bration 'Party Pandas' 

set from STAMPIN' UP! 

I just love how this turned out. 

I am using this in an upcoming Valentine card swap. 

I hope the ladies will love it as much as I do. 

STAMPIN' UP! HEDGEHUGS- VALENTINE

I found these cute heart shaped cards and envelopes at JoAnn's (Miss Sparkle Line) for $1.99. I knew I wanted to add either my new  hedgehogs or pandas to them. I went for the adorable hedgehogs and I am so happy with the way they turned out. I added black and white polkadot wash tape to the heart card front. Wrapped some pink vintage twine and attached with glue dot. I stamped the hedgehog image in black and then punched out with 2" circle punch. I attached the hedgehog with dimensional and added adorable puffy heart stickers to his chest and to the flower.  

Simple. Adorable. Fun. 

If interested in purchasing this adorable set you can place an order here: 

Stampin' Up!

VALENTINE PHOTO BOARD- UPCYCLED

I found this weekly organizer  board at Hobby Lobby for less than $5  way before Christmas. I have been trying to figure out what to do with it. Finally,  as I was taking down my Christmas stuff and  decorating for Valentine's I decided to cover the letters up with heart stickers from the Dollar Tree, add a curly ribbon left over form Christmas decor, and add some of my recently developed photos. 

I love how it turned out! 

Total cost of this bargain project is $6 

(not including photo development). 

Another simple, cute, inexpensive decoration. 

STAMPIN' UP! VALENTINE GOODY BAG- MAKE AND TAKE PROJECT

I am hosting a Valentine card swap  and made these adorable goody bags using up some of my older SU! items paired with new pink doilies and mini clothes pins from JoAnn's. 

each bag will hold a fun size M&M packet. Simple. Adorable. Fun.