That's crafty!

Summer is by far the best time of the year, minus all the fires we are having in here in Colorado. It's our favorite time where we can sit out on our front porch and enjoy our awesome mountain view while obviously sipping on adult beverages ;)
This year, for some reason I've been a little behind in getting my flowers and outdoor decorating coordinated, which I guess has been a good thing considering the huge hail storm we got a couple weeks ago. I always love the added color and character that flowers and accessories give our house this time of year. When we bought our patio set, I knew I wanted to incorporate some fun pillows and pots, but I wasn't exactly sure what to do for my front door.  With Christmas gone, my door has been naked and needing some love. I saw a fun idea on Pinterest a few weeks back and decided to make a 'Lettered Wreath.' With all my paint supplies from college, I knew it would be something quick and cheap I could do to spruce it up. I made a quick trip to Micheal's and picked up some ribbon and a 'W' wood initial which only cost me a total of $9 :)
I love chevron so I started taping the pattern onto the front of my letter. Using colors I have in my outdoor pillows, I started to paint away! The whole thing took me close to 2 hours to complete, with drying time involved. I love how it turned out and it definitely adds a lot to our door. Now, if I could just get it together with the flowers!!!

My fun pillows which were my inspiration for my door :) 

 Tape is ready to be peeled

 Peeeelllllll!!

How fun is that?! I love the bronze metallic paint to give it some shimmer :)

Add some snazzzyy ribbon and you got yourself a front door masterpiece!


XOXO Allie

Dessert Nachos :)

While on Pinterest the other day, I came across a recipe that reminded me of one of our family friend's Mexican restaurants here in town. On The Brewery Bar's menu, they have what is called 'Dessert Nachos.' This is one of my all-time guilty pleasure desserts mainly because it combines all the sweets that I love! Looking at the recipe got me drooling and CRAVING these nachos instantly. Basically, they are cut up fried tortillas topped with anything that is unhealthy for you :) I get them every time we go....it's a must!!
Instead of frying, I cut my tortilla into individual chips and covered them with melted butter. From there, added a mixture of cinnamon and sugar and baked them for about 12 minutes. Once they're out of the oven I like to put my toppings on right away. Ice Cream is always a given, that way it gets melty and yummy :) Then from there I topped it off with chocolate syrup, strawberries and whipped cream. I've also had them with caramel sauce which is tasty as well. Next time, I want to try ice cream, sliced bananas, and caramel sauce :) You have to try these, I promise you'll love 'em!

Look at all that whipped cream!

Hello, lover!

Yes, I am guilty for licking my fingers with this dessert...you won't want to waste any of it!

For more of a 'home made' recipe, click here

XOXO Allie

Did someone say chocolate??

See, I told you I would write my next post about sweets.  It's actually getting really dangerous in our house with so many naughty treats sitting around saying, 'eat me!!' And when it's chocolate.....I can't resist. WARNING: These are completely terrible for you, but your chocolate craving will definitely thank me :)
This recipe came from Pinterest, but I remember my Mom making these growing up.  Biting into the first one,  totally brought me back to my childhood. I would eat these like no one's business.  Funny how food can remind you of good times in your life :)  My favorite part about these brownies are the hidden chocolate chunks.....BONUS!!! I know John likes brownies fresh out of the oven ooey and gooey, but these are definitely best the next day. That way the chocolate chips harden a little bit, but that's just my preference. Be careful though, these are dangerously addicting!!!!

Heaven.

 Almost ready to be cut.

Look at all the hidden chunks!!!!!

NOM NOM!!

Choco-holics click here for recipe.

XOXO Allie