Ambitions!

I would like to be able to make these cakes and cupcakes. The pics are from and I think they are fantastic!

The Sweet Tooth Fairy Bakery made these.

Course 1 - Class 3

I am surprised on how much I have enjoyed going to the cake class weekly. It is interesting! I learned to make some clowns and a new flower today. I have some practicing to do this week on the base of the "wilton rose". I have been utilizing all the coupons in the newspaper over the past 3 weeks for either 40% or 50% all the items I have purchased for the class. I also signed up for Course 2 which starts in April, and last 4 weeks.

Feeling these items!

1st try! - by Kim614 on Polyvore.com

Blog Envy!

I have blog envy! I have to learn how to do some of the things that these other blogs have! I am jealous of the links, pics and information on them!

B.L.O.N.D.E

It is a task that takes about 3 hours, and a bit of cash... but I leave and am set for 3 months. I had my hair done at my favorite salon today. I stay off my phone, and read and relax while it is being done. I get to chat with my stylist/colorist and enjoy the beautiful salon. I am back to bright blonde, and had a trim. Great way to start the weekend.

Spinach & Artichoke Braid

1 can (14oz) artichoke hearts in water, drained and chopped
1 pkg (10oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 cup (4oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 pkg (4oz) crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, pressed
2 T (1/2 oz) grated fresh Parmesan cheese
2 8 oz cans refrigerated crescent rolls

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In classic batter bowl combine
all but Parmesan cheese. Mix well.
2. Scoop filling evenly over desired shape; finish shape as directed below.
Sprinkle w/grated Parmesan cheese Bake 25-30
minutes or until golden brown. Serves 8

To make the braid:
Unroll 2 8 oz pkgs refrigerated crescent rolls - separate into 16
triangles. Arrange triangles, slightly overlapping, in a Christmas tree shape on large bar pan. (Points will extend off the edge of the baking stone). Press the seams together using your hand or roller. Using large scoop, scoop the filling evenly over dough in continuous circle. Bring points of triangles up over filling cross over to make a braid design. If you have an extra piece of crescent roll left over (or two) that’s okay.

Book Signing

I went to Barnes & Nobles in Lake Grove last night for a book signing with Adriana Trigiani. I only heard of her when I saw her on The Today Show a few weeks back. She was intelligent and funny, Adriana caught my attention and I picked up her first new book, "Very Valentine". I have reviewed this book on my other Book List Blog. I found her style of writing and wording entertaining. I then read another of her books "Lucia, Lucia" (mainly because it is mentioned in Very Valentine).
So with them both in hand I went to her book signing. I was lucky enough to get a seat in the front row. I had a great time. She told stories about her family, and the characters who are based on people she knows. Adriana answered questions from the crowd (which seemed to be over 150 people). I really enjoyed my night. It was great to meet the author and talk to other woman about what they read and recommend.