I can't believe I have been married to my lovely husband, Mat, for five years! So much has changed since that chilly November day, and our relationship has truly grown for the better. His love and commitment to Rex and me is what keeps our family together. Now, don't get me wrong, things are not always rosey [insert Vegas here], but we always push through and come out stronger then before. When I think of the morning our home flooded, I can't think of someone else I would have . . .
Exciting news!
Good morning! I apologize for my lack of posts since Halloween. South Austin had record flash flooding early Halloween morning, and unfortunately, our home was one of the many homes that was covered in four feet of water. We were able to evacuate, and we are safe a sound. We are so very grateful. Over the next five months, we will be practically rebuilding our home. Expect many before and afters here! With that dreadful day behind us, we are moving on! With . . .
They say it’s your birthday!
Yep. Today, I am 35. Wow. I have so much to be thankful for, and I am so blessed and proud of the life that I have...especially these two. I am spending the day with my little one (his school is closed for Columbus Day, lucky me!), and Mat is cooking me dinner tonight. Perfect birthday for me! . . .
Beef Butcher Chart
In August, I created a pork butcher chart that can be found here. Today, I bring the beef version. Investing in good quality ingredients is critical to the success of any meal, but I think it is especially critical with meat. Like I have said before, I think it is beneficial for home cooks to know where their ingredients are coming from. In addition, you want to be able to discuss your needs and wants with your butcher, so you should be on the same page and should know . . .
21 Delicious Winter Squash Recipes
Winter squash season is upon us! I love them all...butternut, pumpkin, acorn, spaghetti. Many winter squash varieties are available year-round, but their natural season runs from late summer to mid-winter. Their sweet flesh is a perfect fall side, but it can easily be transformed into a beautiful main dish. Below are 21 creative ways to use beautiful winter squash as home. (1) - (2) - (3) - (4) - (5) - (6) - (7) - (8) - (9) - (10)(11) - (12) - (13) - (14) - (15) - (16) - . . .
His + Hers: Tequila Cocktails
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Personalized Return Address Stamps
I love receiving a pretty envelope in the mail. There are so many ways to spruce up them up these days including envelopes made of all the gorgeous colors of the rainbow, washi tape, wrap labels, fun ink colors, and gorgeous calligraphy. I especially love the trend of one-of-a-kind return address stamps. They add such a whimsical and personal touch. So many of my Minted friends create beautiful options for custom return address stamps. Since I know and work with these . . .
His + Hers: Bruschetta
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7 Uses for Mint Julep Cups
I love mint julep cups. I have a set of four, and I use them for bar accessories, flower vases, makeup brushes, and so much more. Here are some great ways for you to use yours: bar - vase desk - gift vanity - kitchen cups - recipe My set of silver mint julep cups are silver-plated and very reasonably priced, but they are not for drinking. If you are okay with that caveat, you can find them here. If you would like ones that . . .
Pork Butcher Chart
I love knowing exactly what I am cooking and serving my friends and family. With that in mind, in the coming months, you will start seeing a series of "back to basics" posts. Fig + Cotton will soon be your destination to find the ins and outs of certain basic ingredients and cooking tips. In addition, I am creating a list of recipes that every home cook should have in his or her repertoire. Those will start rolling out soon as well. Fun things around the blog! So, we . . .