SWEET YARNS: Ice Cream

Monday, August 26, 2013

32 Ball Shore Coasters

Mason Jar crafts can be found everywhere these days. I can remember when the only use for them was "canning"... I love everything created using these versatile jars.

On a shopping trip to Marshall's, I stumbled upon a package of.... you guessed it.... Mason Jar Print napkins. As you can imagine, I took a double take. OMG... Mason Jar themed napkins !!! I left the store with only one purchase... I love this print of a Mason Jar relaxing by the Sea Shore...

This is such a beautiful print...

I thought these can make one of a kind Coasters.
I have not seen Mason Jar prints on napkins ever.
I think these napkins were just waiting for me... or just pure luck!!! Personally I think it was Destiny.... Here are materials I use to make the coasters...

Materials:

4 - 4" Square Ceramic Tiles; purchased at Home Depot for 16 cents each
Mod Podge
Foam Brush
Decorative Napkins
Felt
Clear Acrylic Sealer
Pinking Shears
Pair of Tweezers
Hot Glue Gun

Instructions:

1. Using Tweezers, remove the outer layers of each Napkin.

2. Open the napkin and flatten the center folded lines as much as you can.
3. Cut one napkin into four equal sections. One napkin will make four coasters.
4. Apply a thin coat of Mod Podge all over the tile.
5. Apply Napkin to the tile. Smooth out with the brush or your fingers to remove any air bubbles and/or wrinkles.

6. Fold he napkin edges towards the back of the tile. Smooth with the foam brush dipped in Mod Podge. Let it dry 5-10 minutes.

7. Apply 2 more coats of Mod Podge all over the tile. Let dry 5-10 minutes between coats. Let dry completely.
For extra protection, spray a few coats of Acrylic Sealer all over the tiles. Let dry completely before applying the felt squares to the back of the tiles.

8. Using a tile as a guide trace and cut 4 felt squares to fit each tile. Glue the felt squares to the back of each tile.

And here they are... My Ball coasters are ready for my table. I hope the month of September is as warm and I get to enjoy them before the Fall decorations take over.... Regardless, I think I will keep them out to remind me of the warm and fun Summer I had.

Life is a Beach. Enjoy the rest of your SUMMER.

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Sunday, August 11, 2013

9 Black Cherry Ice Cream

We all scream for Ice Cream; especially when the temperature is soaring!!!! There is nothing quite like the taste of Home-made Ice Cream.

I love no-churn Ice Cream recipes. Yes... it is possible to make home-made Ice Cream without one of those Ice Cream machines. The end result is a creamier, smooth and fresh taste ice cream.

Black Cherry is one of my favorite Ice Cream flavors, but when combined with crushed Graham Crackers is just heavenly. Today I wanted to share with you my easy to make Black Cherry Swirl Ice Cream recipe; with Black Cherries and Graham Crackers as the main two ingredients...

Black Cherry Ice Cream

by Sweet Yarns

Ingredients:

12 oz. pitted cherries (thawed if frozen), halved
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups cold heavy cream
1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. vanilla
4 graham crackers (chopped)
Ice Cream Cones

Instructions:

1. Add cherries, sugar and 2 Tbsp. water to a large saucepan.

2. Bring ingredients to a boil, reduce heat and simmer. Stir often, until cherries soften and the liquid thickens; about 10-15 minutes.

3. Transfer mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes, until cool.

4. Beat cream, condensed milk and vanilla on medium-high until stiff peaks form, about 5-6 minutes.

5. Fold in the graham crackers.

6. Add half the cream mixture into a loaf pan or a 2-qt freezer-safe container.

7. Spoon half the cherry mixture on top. Using a knife, swirl the mixture through the cream. Repeat once more.

8. Freeze until set; about 4 hours.

9. Once set, cover with plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 weeks.

Cream Tip:

Before beating the cream; put bowl and beaters in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Black Cherries and crushed Graham Crackers is the perfect combination for this creamy, summery Ice Cream delight!!! Make this Ice Cream even more special by serving it on a Waffle ice cream cone. To avoid a drippy Ice Cream cone, drop a mini marshmallow in the bottom before adding your scoops.