Wednesday, March 16, 2011

CRAFT-SPIRATION - D.I.Y. BLEACH TIE DYE

See full instructions & more pics HERE.


To make a grid-like pattern, fold the shirt like an accordion and bind it between two pieces of wood or other flat shaped objects. Hold the shirt in place by wrapping a series of rubber bands around the bind. Anything used to bind the clothing will prevent the bleach from penetrating, and the rest of the exposed fabric will bleach and turn color.
Before you start bleaching, make sure you are wearing gloves and working outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Dilute approximately 4 cups of bleach with 1 cup of water. Submerge the shirt into the bleach for only a couple of seconds. Watch it very carefully because depending on the thread count of the clothing, the color can turn very quickly and the bleach may start to erode the fabric. As soon as the black transforms into a rusty brown color, immediately remove it from the bleach. Give it a quick rinse, unbind it, and then hang it. 
The rusty brown color will slowly fade into a beautiful lighter shade as it begins to set. Once its dry, wash the shirt in a washing machine.
ready to wear!


SOURCE: Honestly WTF

SPRING MAKE-UP

Super simple Spring make-up





SOURCE: Free People

NEW RECIPE A WEEK

ACAI BOWL







ingredients:
frozen acai sorbet
granola
fresh fruit- my favorites: bananas, strawberries, peaches, blueberries
honey
mix together in a bowl and enjoy! 

Monday, March 14, 2011

MEAL PLAN MONDAY

Grilled Pineapple and Chicken Quesadillas





8 whole Flour Tortillas
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups Grilled Pineapple, chopped
3 grilled chicken breasts, chopped
Salt And Pepper, to taste
3 cups Monterey Jack Cheese, Grated
1/2 cup corn
1/2 cup black beans
1 whole Jalapeno, Sliced (seeded if you want to cut the heat)
Cilantro
3 Tablespoons Barbecue Sauce
Warm griddle over medium heat and put sizzling butter or margarine in the pan. Slightly warm and toast tortillas on both sides, then remove from griddle and set aside.
To assemble, sprinkle four browned tortillas with grated Monterey Jack. Arrange chicken slices evenly over the surface. Add pineapple slices and jalapeno slices. Sprinkle on cilantro, corn, and beans. Drizzle barbecue sauce over the top. Add second browned tortilla on top of each one. (You’ll have four complete quesadillas at this point.)
Add to oven to warm, or back to skillet to warm, until cheese is melted. Cut each quesadilla into six wedges. Serve with sour cream, pico de gallo, and lime wedges.

SOURCE: The Novice Chef Blog

YOGA TIME