Inspirations Pinterest 6.27.11

This past week’s {Sweet Inspirations} on Pinterest blog post was my responsibility (Jason), and to those of you that know me I think you have an idea why it’s late.  Like many of us (procrastinators) claim, life just seemed to get in the way…but when I finally sat down to write this post I looked at my inspirational material and I just wasn’t inspired by it anymore.  So I think life just kind of works itself out like that.  At least that’s what I’m going to tell myself so I can sleep well tonight.  

When I came across this picture it made me think… “Have I really, before looking at this scene, ever seen colors this vibrant?”  And I could safely say, "No…I have not.”  I would love to do a dessert table utilizing these vibrant hues, hues that even on a two dimensional picture still manage to “jump” out at you.

Holi the Festival of Colors in India from Amber Interiors Design BlogNext we have a recipe using ingredients that we are intimately familiar with, but in just that certain combination that I have NEVER seen before.  And the caption says “Just like Rice Krispies treats, except made out of Oreos.” But what boggles this mind is that the consistency of Oreo cookies are nothing like the consistency of Rice Krispie cereal.  Cannot wait to try this one out!  

No bake Oreo Bars from Sweet Peas KitchenLast but not least is a fun idea that someone, somewhere fleshed out.  It’s not unlike an idea that Heather and I had about wanting to use paint sample swatches and turn them into something less mundane.  In fact, it’s exactly like our idea…except that our idea never really left the stage entitled “It would be great to turn paint sample swatches into something less mundane”

Paint Swatch Heart Garland by Grace and Light StudioSo there you have it, our Pin-teresting picks for this week. As always, we hope you will join us on our Pinterest boards and follow along with everything the wonderful world of web has to offer!

Inspiration Etsy Treasury: Give Me Liberty

We often find so much inspiration from our fellow crafters so we thought it would be nice to share with you not only what we find on our Pinterest perusing but also our Etsy finds as well.

If you aren't familiar with Etsy let me just tell you that you are missing out on some seriously awesome shopping. Etsy is a crafters community. Thousands of artisans selling their handmade and vintage wares and supplies have storefronts just waiting to be explored. We really appreciate the uniqueness and creativity that happens in the Etsy artisan stores, they are the perfect place to find something truly special, be it a gift or a little something for yourself. Handmade is always more appreciated in our opinion! So when you have some time please check out Etsy, you won't regret it! 

This week's Etsy finds are all about our upcoming Independence Day celebrations and the theme is "Give Me Liberty", we hope you enjoy :)

Hello My Sweet is also a proud storefront in the Etsy community, come on by and take a peek!

Inspiration Pinterest 6.13.11

This week on Pinterest we are spying all sorts of pale pink and white sweet treats. In fact, these little gems have sparked a new Dessert Table idea which we will be posting soon so stay tuned for that :)

Strawberry Cardamom Cupcakes from Call Me Cupcake

We are loving the tiny pink ribbons wrapped around these cupcakes. Of course the sugar flowers are beautiful too. The ribbon says, "tiny precious sweet cupcake goodness here, eat me!" We are huge fans of Call Me Cupcake. Her blog is to-die-for amazing. The most beautiful desserts and delicious recipes. Can you say hooked?


Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Meringues from Utry.it

Oh sweet and delicate pink meringue rosettes, won't you be mine?


Sugared Doughnut Cake from HGTVIt is amazing how something so simple can make such a great impression. This stacked powdered doughnut cake is so easy on the eyes and easy on the preparation. (Win!) We will be making our own, oh yes we will.

 

As always, join us on our Pinterest  page to see what we are Pin-terested In. Seriously, if you aren't on there yet you are missing something quite fun. It is the best new social media experience :)

Inspiration Pinterest 6.03.11

Summer is offically right around the corner and we have already begun thinking ahead to the month of July and our nation's Independence Day celebrations. Here are a few things we are inspired by this week, all about the 4th of July!

Patriotic Star Medallion from MarthaRed RocketsStarry Red White and Blue Paper Straws