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Individual Peach Cobbler

I’ve been cooking up a storm with my PEACHES from Utah. So this week I am going to share with you some of my very favorite peach recipes! It’s PEACH WEEK at Sunshine in My Pocket.

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This first recipe is an all-time favorite around here. I started making them individual sized because of all the “fights” over how much peach cobbler each family member would get…it’s that good! This size is perfect and everyone feels like they get their very own cobbler.

It starts with fresh peaches, of course. Slice them up and put them into a pan with water and a little sugar. (Full recipe to follow) Allow the mixture to come to a boil, and keep it warm on the stove while you are preparing the rest.

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Mix up the egg and butter and sugar, then add the other dry ingredients. Put this batter into greased mini bowls — I use these small pyrex dishes that are oven-safe. You can also use a square baking dish for this recipe.

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Now add the cooked peaches to the top. And pop into the oven!

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This is where the magic happens. See all that liquid and peach mixture on the top…and the batter is on the bottom. Well, in the oven the liquid “disappears” and the batter comes to the top. I like to point this out to my little nephews…and they are amazed every time! Here’s the perfection that comes out of the oven when they are done:

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Serve them up with a little vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Seriously, they are so delicious and fresh that they don’t NEED a topping. Sometimes we even eat these for breakfast all by themselves!

Here’s the recipe in full for you!

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Please come again and see the other amazing peach recipes I have to share throughout the week!

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Dose of Sunshine — Life’s just peachy

Welcome to PEACH WEEK at Sunshine In My Pocket! Take a look at these beautiful peaches that came in from Utah:

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How’s this for some SUNSHINE for you? I am always inspired by vegetables and fruits. I love farmer’s markets. And this little gem of a peach is going to turn in some tasty treats!

{The first thing I did when I got these peaches is cut up a fresh one and eat it with some Greek Honey yogurt. Delicious!}

Come back all this week to see what peachy recipes I’ve got to share with you…and then share some of your own. See you soon!

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Hello Sweetheart! Card

Hello, weekend! It’s been a crazy weekend for me filled with cooking, baking and delivering gifts to my daughter and my NEW granddaughter! So I’m a little late in getting this post up for the Paper Smooches Challenge!

This week, the challenge was inspired by this picture:

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I thought the black lace would lend itself nicely to a Halloween card, and I started out using the cute Monster from Paper Smooches “Falling for You” stamp set. But then, it turned a little cutesy instead. (these monsters have a mind of their own sometimes!)

That black lace has so much movement and I used a basting stitch to give it a bit of a ruffle:

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I sewed that ruffled lace right onto the newsprint paper, then added some polka dot paper and a bit of washi tape to cover the white thread.

That little monster is somewhat of a flirt! I turned the “girl” monster to face him…by stamping and tracing it on the back of the paper. I have to say…it didn’t turn out as cute as the stamp itself. 🙂

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I added a little grey shadow beneath the monsters and some glossy accents to the eyes for a little shine. That will dry clear, but for now it’s a little thick on that left eye!

Aren’t these guys so cute? Happy Halloween!

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Also linking up to the current Simon Says Stamp Challenge: use a rubber stamp.

Supplies Used
Stamps: Paper Smooches “Falling for You”;  Elle’s Studio “Hello Sweetheart”
Paper: My Mind’s Eye “Haunted” 6×6 paper stack
Other: Black lace, glossy accents, Inktense Watercolor pencils, Little black suit washi tape
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Caramel Frosted Pumpkin Cookies

I love Fall baking! These are some of my favorite pumpkin cookies…the frosting is SO good. I’m sharing the recipe over on Mom Endeavors…and I think you’re going to love it! Check it out here.

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While you’re there, leave a comment and let Sara know just how fantastic these look. 😉 Thanks friends!

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Exciting Announcement! And blanket sewing tutorial

I just can’t wait to tell you: I’m going to be a GRANDMA!! I know, I know…it’s pretty hard to believe. But, by the time this posts, I MAY already be a grandma. My daughter went into the hospital last night to be induced.

Oh. my. goodness. So I’ve never been a grandma before, but I imagine that grandmas SEW! So guess what I’ve been doing?

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Sewing! One of the first things I put together is a baby blanket…with a really SOFT minky inside. It’s a simple project to start with, so how could I resist?

Now, notice the PINK ribbon. It’s a girl! But I bought the aqua fabric before I knew 🙂 ….girls like aqua, too.
Here’s how to make one:

You will need —
1 1/4 yd. minky fabric
1 1/4 yd. cotton fabric
matching thread
sewing supplies

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Put the soft fabric on your cutting mat right side up. Place the printed cotton fabric face DOWN on the minky. Trim the minky to the same size as the cotton fabric. Pin all the way around. Sew, leaving a 3 inch hole in order to turn it right side out.

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Turn it right side out by pulling the fabric through the unstitched portion:

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Iron the cotton side of the blanket, turning that edge under 1/4″ to match the stitched portion. Then top stitch, making sure to close up the hole.

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Look how soft and awesome this blanket is:

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Don’t you think it will be perfect for newborn baby pictures?! Can’t wait!

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