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Tips To Create A Photo Wall!

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I LOVE photos of my family (If you doubt it, check out this #ClearTheClutter video I did with professional organizer Chris Stone of NeatlyDesigned.com on how to reduce the number of photos you have!)!  So it was a natural progression for me to create a photo wall in my home!

The Diva’s Simple Tips To Create A Photo Wall:

  1. Create A Photo Wall That Appeals To You!
  2. Choose A Unifying Theme (For My Wall, I Chose Black Frames)
  3. Give Yourself Time!
  4. Display More Than Photos – This Provides Visual Interest!
  5. Use Different Types Of Photo Formats
  6. Arrange Photos On Wall First – Keeps You From Making A Million Holes In Your Wall!
  7. Have Fun!!
Here is the photo wall in my home! What is yours going to look like?
Here is the photo wall in my home! What is yours going to look like?

 

Close-Up: Here is a close-up of my favorite frame, which has the photos “floating” between two difference panes of glass – giving depth to the photo collage!

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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels

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This simple recipe is perfect finger food for a party – you can make it ahead and serve it later! And who doesn’t like Buffalo Chicken? Best of all, there is no grease involved!

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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
 
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All the spiciness and flavor of Buffalo Chicken Wings, without the greasiness! An EASY party appetizer!
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Recipe type: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Serves: 20-25 pieces
Ingredients
  • 4 Cups shredded, cooked chicken - I used one whole roasted chicken from the grocery store to make this easy!
  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 Cup colby jack cheese
  • ¼ Cup crumbled blue cheese
  • ¼ Cup sliced green onions
  • ½ Cup hot sauce - I used my favorite, Texas Pete, but feel free to use your favorite!
  • 5 large flour tortillas
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, the colby jack, blue cheese, hot sauce, and green onions using a mixer on low.
  2. Add in the shredded chicken, mixing by hand until all ingredients are combined.
  3. Spread approximately ¾ cup of the mixture onto each tortilla, spreading to the edges of the tortilla.
  4. Wrap the rolls in plastic wrap and place in fridge for 2-4 hours. You CAN slice and eat them now, but they slice better if they have been chilled.
  5. Enjoy!

 

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Create A Windowsill Herb Garden

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I love to cook with fresh herbs, and this little windowsill herb garden features my favorites I use all the time! The plant holder is something (an iron condiment holder!) I picked up on sale at Tuesday Morning. You could also use a square, wire napkin holder as well! Check out dollar stores near you to find an inexpensive one!

i suggest you use moisture control potting soil (I used Miracle Grow Moisture Control). It helps keep the plant from being over-watered or under-watered!

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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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I love going to a restaurant and ordering those light & tasty Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps! This makes a perfect amount for an appetizer or light lunch – just double the recipe if you want to feed several people!

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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps from SimpleSolutionsDiva.com.

 

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
 
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These are just like what you get in your favorite Asian Restaurant! Double the recipe for a dinner!
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Recipe type: Appetizer or Light Meal
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 2.5
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts, chopped into small pieces
  • 1 cup water chestnuts, chopped into small pieces
  • ⅔ cup mushrooms, chopped into small pieces
  • 3 tablespoons chopped onions
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ASIAN SAUCE:
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • STIR FRY Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • CONDIMENTS:
  • 1 tablespoon hot mustard, watered down with 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 -2 teaspoon garlic and red chile paste
  • 4 -5 leaves iceberg lettuce leaves (I used butter lettuce)- rinsed & dried
Instructions
  1. Prep the Asian Sauce and Stir Fry Sauce first: For the Asian Sauce - In a medium bowl, combine the ¼ c. sugar, ½ c. water, 2 T. soy sauce, 2 T. rice wine vinegar, 2 T. ketchup, and lemon juice. Set aside until ready to serve the wraps. Stir Fry Sauce - In a small bowl, combine the Stir Fry Sauce Ingredients (soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar).
  2. In a large fry pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken, mushrooms, water chestnuts, onions, and garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant. Add in stir fry sauce. Stir and cook until sauce is absorbed.
  3. To Serve: Divide the asian sauce into small bowls. Use the condiments (hot mustard sauce and chile paste) to spice up and add heat (to your taste preferences) to the asian sauce.
  4. Fill leaves with the chicken mixture, pour asian sauce on mixture and then roll up! Enjoy!

 

 

Close up of the Asian Lettuce Wrap!
Close up of the Asian Lettuce Wrap!

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What To Clean After You’ve Been Sick

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I’m sure you can think of a few things you should clean after you have been sick with the cold or flu, but the video above shows you some places & things you may not have thought of!

Clean Those Pillows! I mentioned in the video to clean your pillows after you’ve been sick – here is the link on how to do just that: How To Clean Your Pillows

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Just a sampling of the things you need to clean after you’ve been sick! From SimpleSolutionsDiva.com.

 

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