Memorial Day Celebration cake

Cake... Summer... FUN! I miss making cakes. I used to make them, decorate them and at one time even sell some of them. Here is one of my favorite cakes to make for Summer. We were invited to a Memorial Day party and I, then, had the reason to make the "Flip Flop" cakes. I used twizzlers for the "flip flops," graham cracker crumbs for the sand, and this time added some red, white, and blue sprinkles. Enjoy and thank you for stopping by the blog!!!!

New items!

We have been working hard here at Goosie and Boomer Bowtique! There are new items for sale! I love the new cupcake hats for girls and boys!!!! What a great birthday gift!

The cupcake hats start at $12.00! In addition, we have added the 6qt. Anchor Hocking casserole dish etched with last name, initials, or any saying you would like! These start at $20.00.

Feel free to comment below to place an order or email me: hils12ac@yahoo.com

Life...

I know it has nearly two months since I posted. Life became so overwhelming very suddenly. I lost two precious people in a year. Days spent by bedsides this year watching people I love suffer and pass on took a toll on my soul and my body. Then, the past month of watching our sweet Goosie go through her own medical issues made me realize how even more precious life is for us. I want to thank everyone that has prayed for her and kept her in their thoughts. Goosie will be going to Children's this week to seek further answers as to why she has experienced idiopathic intracranial hypertension (a.k.a. psuedo tumor). This Thursday, my life will continue through another trial as I battle my own Rheumatoid arthritis and begin a new medication. I will start Orencia IV infusions. I will no longer do the Humira shots at home but will now go to the doctor's office and have medication infused through an IV in 30 minute sessions. I am searching for relief from pain and fatigue so that I can be the best mother possible for my children. Goosie and Boomer Bowtique is back and I am currently taking special orders. Please feel free to contact me through this blog, Facebook page, or personal email: hils12ac@yahoo.com to place an order. Thank you for remaining loyal friends, family and customers!!!

St. Patrick's Day Wreath(s)

I FINALLY attempted the yarn wreath that I have seen on so many sites. Mine is slightly different as I used three wreath forms (found for a dollar each at the Dollar Tree). I had yarn left over from other projects so I was ready to begin for just a few dollars.
I wrapped each wreath twice with the yarn to ensure coverage. I wanted to do three wreaths so that they resembled the three colors of the Irish flag. I used green ribbon to attach the wreaths to one another and then a small clover on each wreath. I wanted it to be a simple door decoration. I hope you like! Thank you for stopping by!

Birthday Weekend!

Goosie is turning 8 this weekend. I know every parent says it... but, it has so much truth to it... I can't believe how fast this time has progressed.
Our Diva wanted hot pink and zebra print for her birthday... all the way down to the cupcakes.
I am surprising her this morning with this Top Hat headband. Are these available for sale? YOU BET! The price truly depends on how much "bling" you want. I can certainly work with you on how much you want to spend and work the materials from there. I love doing special orders! Just email me: hils12ac@yahoo.com or leave a comment below!
Happy Birthday, Goosie!

An Easy and Explosive Valentine's Day Idea!

It seems as though EVERYONE is on a budget these days and even if you aren't here is a fun, inexpensive and explosive way to tell your Valentine that you love them!
You will need:
Red paper
black pipe cleaners (I got mine at WalMart/ a pack for 77 cents)
Three packages of Rolos
Tape
some string or ribbon

Cut the paper to the size of the Rolos and then wrap the red paper around the Rolo and tape.

Once the Rolos are wrapped, tape the pipe cleaner to one of the Rolos (it just makes it easier and less chance of it slipping out the bottom).

Tape all three Rolo packs together with the pipe cleaner on the "inside" of the group. I, then, taped the three Rolos together. Then, wrap your ribbon or string around the outside and include a cute tag. I simply printed a tag that said: "Valentine, you are dynamite!"
Happy Valentine's Day! Thank you for stopping by the blog!

An easy soup recipe!

Hello! Today's post is a recipe that I love and is SUPER easy to fix!
It is Tortellini soup talk today. It is easy on time and the wallet.

(sorry for the poor quality photo... it was a long day)

Here are the ingredients:
2 boxes of chicken broth (or vegetable if you like)
1 jar of your favorite spaghetti sauce (I use Newman's Own Tomato Basil)
1 bag of frozen tortellini

Directions:
Heat the broth and sauce together. Bring the sauce and broth mixture to a boil and then add the tortellini. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Serve!
It really is that easy!
Enjoy