April Storage Projects

Sorting Baskets. Place a three-compartment bin or basket (look at home or office supply stores for options) in a closet or on an open shelf in your laundry room. Use it to separate out clothing to be repaired, dry-cleaned, and donated. Keep Detergent Handy. Fill plastic beverage dispensers with laundry detergent, softener, and other liquid laundry additives. Hang a set of plastic measuring cups nearby from a cup hook. Drying Rack. Mount a drying rack or double towel bar near your washer as a spot for air-drying clean sweaters or rugs. Make a Catch-all for Ironing Supplies. Convert a silverware caddy into a stain-treating or ironing kit. Fill with small size cleaners, spray starches, and linen waters. Be sure to include essential tools such as brushes, dry-cleaning pads, and collar points

Easy Easter Centerpiece

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/decorating/easter-table-setting-ideas/?sssdmh=dm17.587894&esrc=nw100dHAC032912&email=1956820382#page=2

Strawberry Cream Squares

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/easy-strawberry-cream-dessert-squares/df11bf45-14dd-43fb-89ca-3a89ebb8da1b/?WT.dcsvid=NTAwMjcxMjM5MAS2&rvrin=850D0410-840E-4347-B208-B7DF7527A7AD&WT.mc

Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic and Parmesan Potatoes

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/slow-cooker-creamy-garlic-and-parmesan-potatoes/197e1fa7-fa0e-4432-be6c-191f4b434621/?WT.dcsvid=NTAwMjcxMjM5MAS2&rvrin=850D0410-840E-4347-B208-

Slow Cooker Dijon Honey Ham

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/slow-cooker-honey-dijon-ham/6d01c37f-e942-40f1-a059-5666b8a829ed/?WT.dcsvid=NTAwMjcxMjM5MAS2&rvrin=850D0410-840E-4347-B208-B7DF7527A7AD&WT.mc_id=

Easter Brunch Recipes

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/recipes/an-easter-brunch-that-dazzles/?sssdmh=dm17.587894&esrc=nw100dHAC032912&email=1956820382

Decorated Easter Cookies

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/easter-egg-cookies/f536ab88-dc8e-48ca-be0a-c9387d899458?WT.dcsvid=NTAwMjcxMjM4OAS2&rvrin=850D0410-840E-4347-B208-B7DF7527A7AD&

Mini Coffe Cake Bites

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/mini-coffee-cake-bites/11b6bac4-5ca5-49ad-8ae3-19a4f5e44169?WT.dcsvid=NTE5MzQ2NTAwOAS2&rvrin=2ED5C094-2FA2-4130-8780-9920452985CF&WT.mc_id=Newsletter_BQ_03_28

Do ahead Brunch

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/do-ahead-breakfast-bake/346b7c54-126f-46d7-b90c-7d3acf389d77?WT.dcsvid=NTE5MzQ2NTAwOAS2&rvrin=2ED5C094-2FA2-4130-8780-9920452985CF&WT.

Outdoor Rooms

http://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/porch/outdoor-rooms/outdoor-fabrics-and-rooms/?sssdmh=dm17.588758&esrc=nwcu032712&email=1956820382

Beautiful ideas for outdoor rooms

How to Make Yo Yo's

http://www.bhg.com/crafts/sewing/accessories/how-to-make-fabric-yo-yos/?sssdmh=dm17.588758&esrc=nwcu032712&email=1956820382

Stitch Small Quilts

http://www.bhg.com/crafts/quilting/free-quilt-patterns-for-small-quilts/?sssdmh=dm17.588758&esrc=nwcu032712&email=1956820382

Mini Chicken and Broccoli Pies

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/impossibly-easy-mini-chicken-n-broccoli-pies/c3ca630f-1c3e-4053-bea3-5745b5e14980?WT.dcsvid=NTE5MzQ2NTAwOAS2&rvrin=2ED5C094-2FA2-4130-8780-9920452985CF&WT.mc_id=Newsletter_BQ_02_29_2012&nicreatID2=Newsletter_BQ_02_29_2012

Easter Menu

http://www.marthastewart.com/856539/easter-menus/@center/276968/easter#/195971?xsc=eml_eas_2012_03_21&om_rid=DqBs74&om_mid=_BPahhQB8hZhMgl

Easter Table

http://www.marthastewart.com/274529/easter-table-crafts-and-favors/@center/276968/easter#/269906

Lots of Easter Ideas for you table

Easter Egg Flower Pots

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/eggs/quick-and-easy-easter-egg-decorations/#page=15

Easter Nest Cookies

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/easter-nest-cookies/bc3bbf3c-d16a-4799-bc1c-5eecd08f5cf0?WT.dcsvid=NTAxNjc0MTE3MAS2&rvrin=2ED5C094-2FA2-4130-8780-9920452985CF&WT.mc_id=Newsletter

Fun to Make Easter Treats

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/recipes/fun-to-make-easter-treats/

Fun Easter treats to make

Easter Baskets

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/eggs/easter-baskets-and-bags/?sssdmh=dm17.587893&esrc=nw100dHAC031912&email=1956820382

Great ideas for Easter Baskets

Easter Egg Decoration

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/eggs/quick-and-easy-easter-egg-decorations/?sssdmh=dm17.587893&esrc=nw100dHAC031912&email=1956820382

16 ways to decorate your Easter eggs

Hanging Easter Egg Decoration

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/decorating/easter-spring-door-decorations/?sssdmh=dm17.587893&esrc=nw100dHAC031912&email=1956820382#page=3

This one and many more ideas for Easter decorating

Creamy Apple Puffs

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/creamy-apple-puffs/451e4717-6285-4d3f-b864-f031177c10e3/#

Easy Braided Chicken Bake

http://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/easy-braided-chicken-bake/c5336297-a602-483c-bfe2-bdb0f948141b/?WT.dcsvid=NTAwMjcxMjM5MAS2&rvrin=850D0410-840E-4347-B208-B7DF7527A7AD&

Grasshopper Fudge Cake

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/grasshopper-fudge-cake/3645bc77-fd32-41d0-8631-8b09956351e0?WT.dcsvid=NTE5MzQ2NTAwOAS2&rvrin=2ED5C094-2FA2-4130-8780-

Easy to Make Easter Cards

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/crafts/easy-to-make-easter-cards/?sssdmh=dm17.586382&esrc=nwcu031312&email=1956820382

Project from Vintage Books

http://www.bhg.com/decorating/do-it-yourself/fabric-paper-projects/stylish-projects-from-vintage-books/?sssdmh=dm17.586382&esrc=nwcu031312&email=1956820382

Easter Baskets

http://www.bhg.com/holidays/easter/eggs/easter-baskets-and-bags/?sssdmh=dm17.586382&esrc=nwcu031312&email=1956820382  Link to darling Easter Baskets

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/slow-cooker-bbq-short-ribs-90123.aspx?cm_mmc=eml-_-rbe-_-20110920-_-1077&cm_lm=320751B9466F59538024330C881AB957

Try this yummy recipe for short ribs

Pinterest

http://pinterest.com/helenskiles/pins/


Well I have finally branched out a little and joined Pinterest !!! What fun is this !!!

Click on the link above and check out what I have pinned, here you can see all the things that I love, want to craft , what I want to try to cook. Have fun I am !!!

Parmesan Crescents

1
8oz can Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls

3

tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1

egg, beaten

DIRECTIONS

1 Heat oven to 375°F. Separate dough into 8 triangles. Sprinkle each with scant 1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese. Roll up each, starting at shortest side of triangle and rolling to opposite point.    2 Place rolls, point side down, on ungreased cookie sheets; curve each into crescent shape. Brush each with beaten egg; sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.    3 Bake at 375°F. for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

To keep rolls warm before serving; place in serving basket and loosely cover with foil. Crescents can be rolled up to two hours before baking. Cover the cookie sheets with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Just before baking brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese.

Easy Churros

 

1/4

 cup sugar

1 1/2

teaspoons ground cinnamon

1

can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls

1/4

cup butter, softened

DIRECTIONS

1 Heat oven to 375°F. In small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. 2 Separate dough into 8 triangles; place on ungreased cookie sheet. Spread about 1/2 tablespoon butter on each triangle; sprinkle evenly with sugar-cinnamon mixture. Roll up each, starting at shortest side of triangle, rolling to opposite point. 3 Bake 8 to10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm

Italian Meatball Biscuit Bake

INGREDIENTS

8

frozen cooked Italian-style meatballs, 1 inch (from 16- to 18-oz bag)

2

Pillsbury® Grands!® frozen buttermilk or southern style biscuits (from 25-oz bag)

1

cup frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry vegetables (from 16-oz bag)

1/2

cup tomato pasta sauce

1

tablespoon sliced ripe olives

1/4

cup shredded mozzarella cheese

DIRECTIONS

1 Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 1-quart casserole with cooking spray.    2 Place meatballs in medium microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 1 to 2 minutes or just until thawed. Place biscuits on microwavable plate. Microwave uncovered on Medium (50%) 30 to 45 seconds, turning over halfway through microwave time. (Biscuits should still be cold for easier handling.)   3 Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces; place in bowl with meatballs. Add vegetables, pasta sauce and olives; toss to coat. Spoon and spread mixture in casserole, making sure biscuits are evenly distributed.    4 Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes or until edges are deep golden brown and biscuit pieces are no longer doughy. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 1 to 2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Roseann's Boutique

Just another reminder about Roseann's Boutique,Roseann is still offering a 10% discount on any order if you mention "Helens Corner" . She has many styles to choose from and many color choices.She can make you a purse for any occasion or season . Check out her boutique: www.roseannsboutique.com  and just click on designer purses

Heavy Lifting Made EasierMake heavy lifting a little easier by creating handholds after taping shut moving or storage boxes.

Oilcloth Gingham Coasters

Tools and Materials

• Sewing machine and sewing supplies
• Scraps of gingham, cut into 3 1/2-inch squares, from New York Elegant Farbrics, 212-302-4980
• Scraps of solid cotton, cut into 3 1/2-inch squares
• Iron-on vinyl, thermowebonline.com

"Oilcloth" Coasters How To:

1. With a 1/2-inch seam allowance, sew gingham onto solid cotton square.
2. Following manufacturer's instructions, press vinyl onto gingham.
3. Trim all the way around by 1/4 inch.

March Storage Project;Living Room

Personal Storage Bin. Give every family member a spot to stash personal items. Fill a bookcase with similar baskets or bins and label containers with each person's name. Establish a house rule to put away books, magazines, toys, and projects every night.
Multifunctional Storage. Overhaul your occasional tables. Replace tables and traditional ottomans with small chests and storage cubes. Add baskets to open spaces. Skirt tables and stash items underneath.
Don't Overdo with Collectibles. Edit a collection to 12 or a fewer outstanding items. Display on a single shelf for maximum impact. Store other items in the collection in one location. Introduce three or four new items--and remove and store the same number--every season.
Create a Space for Entertainment Supplies. Designate one easily accessible drawer for entertaining supplies. Fill the drawer with coasters, napkins, and snack bowls or plates. Include a basket of favorite snacks, a roll of paper towels, and a mini trash receptacle.

Flower Wrapped Favors

1. Fill a 3 5/8-inch-high acetate cylinder with candy.

2. To make flower, cut a 9-by- 30-inch piece of tissue paper. Fold, accordion style, in 5-inch-wide layers. Cut petals in smaller end; unfold and lay on flat surface.


3. Place cylinder on paper with bottom about 1 inch from uncut end, and roll; tape sides and bottom with double-sided tape. Tie ribbon above top of cylinder.

4. Gently peel petals down to open flower. If you use a shorter cylinder, reduce height of paper; for a multicolored blossom, wrap a second layer of paper around cylinder after first is secure; secure with ribbon