The Quilt Kit that I received was a pattern with four-patch blocks, but we decided to share with you how to make a quilt with simple blocks.  Even if you are beginner, you can learn how to make a quilt and be able to put a smile on a child’s face in the hospital.

Let’s get started…

Here’s a run down of what you need…

• Quilt Kit from Downy Touch of Comfort and Quilts for Kids
• Sewing machine with matching thread
• Sewing supplies – pins, scissors
• Quilting supplies – cutting mat, rotary cutter, quilting ruler

The first steps…

1. Lay out all the fabric and mark them with a piece of paper so you know where the pieces will go
2. For the Block Quilt – you will need 6 1/2 inch squares {watch the video to see how to cut them}
3. Sew together the blocks using a 1/4 inch seam allowance and press the seams toward the darker fabric

Stay tuned as we put together our quilt. I’ve created a Pinterest Quilting Boardwhere we can all share our quilts. I hope you will join me, learn a few sewing skills and spread a smile!!

Disclosure:  I am participating in the Downy Touch of Comfort Program, as always, the opinions are all my own.

Need I say…ever since her return, Kali has been a bit of a queen in the house. So when the Temptations sent us some treats for Kali to try, I knew she would love them.

And I was right…before we even got the box unloaded, she jumped right in and starting getting into the treats.

Temptations are only 2 calories and come in 21 varieties. And at around $2 per bag, they are a great value! I think the photos will show you just how much Kali loved the Temptations Cat Treats…

Yes, that’s her tongue sticking out…

Up on her hind legs, eating the treats from my hand…I’d say she loved the Temptations!

I just had to include this photo…hilarious! She was a little excited, wouldn’t you say?

Did you know that 60% of cats aren’t fed any treats at all or given the protection they need from fleas and ticks? Since May is Pet Month at Walmart, Temptations and PetArmor wants your pets to have the best.

PetArmor contains fipronil, the same #1 active ingredient recommended by veterinarians and the same flea and tick protection as Frontline Top Spot, but at about half the cost, and provides full-body protection to help keep our pets flea and tick free. And they stay gone for 30 days, even new fleas that hatch later will be controlled when they jump on our pets.

We have been using PetArmor on our dog, Rocky and on Kali for over a year now. The results have been great…not a flea or tick on either of them!

During the month of May any PEDIGREE purchase made in Walmart will generate a bowl of food to a local shelter. You can also help shelter pets in need by participating in the PetArmor Protection Promise! Now through May 2012, one flea and tick treatment will be donated to the ASPCA, or to a shelter of your choice. (up to 20,000 doses). Just a couple clicks is all it takes to help! Head over to PetArmor Facebook Page to help out.

Disclosure: This post is part of a campaign I am participating in with the Walmart Moms. Walmart has provided me with compensation and product for this post. My participation is voluntary and opinions, as always are my own.

Here is Caitlyn before using the Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy, and a few of the highlights in her own words…

• The shampoo smelled really good.
• It didn’t weigh down my hair.
• It was easy to put my hair up, it stayed up and was really manageable.
• I liked using the shampoo and conditioner and would buy it in the store.

And the after picture, Caitlyn’s hair is soft, shiny and not dry looking. Let’s compare the before and after side by side…

Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy has enriched Nutrium 10 technology, a rich blend of vitamins and nutrients, for active nourishment of scalp and hair in every wash. 99% of hair’s natural strength and beauty comes from the scalp. Visit the Clear Hair Care Facebook Page for more information.

Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy is available at Walmart and sells for less than $6, which is great value.

Disclosure: This post is part of a campaign I am participating in with the Walmart Moms. Walmart has provided me with compensation and product for this post. My participation is voluntary and opinions, as always are my own.

Bush’s wants to see what you’ve been grilling! Share your chicken, steak or chops recipe and which of the new Bush’s Grillin’ Beans you serve with it, the linky will be open until Monday, May 21st, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

And the party is two-for-the-price-of-one! Add your link here on Hoosier Homemade and it will also show up over at Cookin’ Canuck!

Here are the party details…

• Create an original, chicken, steak or chops recipe {Note: this can be a recipe that you have shared before {old post} but you need to update the post to include the following…}
• Include your choice {doesn’t have to be pictured} of Grillin’ Beans to be served with your grilling recipe
• Include the phrase “Grillin’ Bold this Memorial Day? Bush’s has the beans for it. Come join the cookout with Cookin’ Canuck and Hoosier Homemade sponsored by Bush’s Grillin’ Beans”
• Add your recipe to the linky below
• Linky will remain open until May 21st at 11:59 p.m. EST

Bush’s is also offering this amazing prize!! Two participants will be picked at random to receive a Grillin’ Beans prize pack including an Emile Henry Dutch Oven, Sur La Table Cast Iron Skillet, Sur La Table Grill Wok and coupons for free cans of Bush’s Grillin’ Beans valued at $200!

GIVEAWAY GUIDELINES:

• Add your recipe {you may add as many as you want as long as the information is on the post} to the linky below, you MUST include the following information… the phrase “Grillin’ Bold this Memorial Day? Bush’s has the beans for it. Come join the cookout with Cookin’ Canuck and Hoosier Homemade sponsored by Bush’s Grillin’ Beans”
• You need to add which of the Bush’s Grillin’ Beans you would serve with your grilling recipe {you can just add which flavor, it doesn’t have to be in the picture}
• You can also receive additional entries by tweeting about the link-up and tagging Bush’s (@BushsBeans) and the hostesses(@cookincanuck and @HoosierHomemade)
• Following Bush’s Beans on Facebook 

IMPORTANT: You need to leave a comment telling me you linked up AND separate comments for the additional entries. You must link up first, in order to be eligible for the giveaway.

This giveaway is open to residents of the United States 18 years of age or older and will be open until Monday, May 21st, 2012 at 11:59pm EST.

The winner will be chosen using a random number generator and will be notified via email, so please make sure your email address is correct. You will have 48 hours to respond to me, or a new winner will be chosen.

So…fire up those grills and join us!

Welcome to Cupcake Tuesday! Be sure to check out the ALL NEW Cupcake Heaven page! And if you are in need to a special cupcake design, use the “Be a Hero” area!

Do you love Peanut Butter and Chocolate? Who doesn’t…right? Since one of the most popular cupcakes are the Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes that I shared last year, I decided to change up the recipe a bit and create some new and delicious Stuffed Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes. They start with a Peanut Butter Cupcake that has a Peanut Butter Cup stuffed inside and topped with a creamy Chocolate Frosting. To finish them off…I added another Peanut Butter Cup!

I know Cupcake Tuesday is a bit early this week, but with the Bush’s Grillin’ Recipe Virtual Party tomorrow, I thought it would be best to get started a little early. And besides…I could hardly wait to share these with you all!

Yum! See what I mean? Heaven…I tell you…heaven!

I found the original recipe in the Taste of Home Cupcake Book, and actually combined two of the recipes from the book. The Peanut Butter Cupcakes start with a cake mix, and with just a few other ingredients, they turned out rich and creamy.

The Chocolate Frosting was also a new recipe to me, and it turned out delicious as well.

Now it’s your turn…show off your cupcake creations! I’d appreciate a link back and be sure to check out the other cupcakes!

I’ve shared my love for the new Duncan Hines Frosting Creations with you before, the Orange Creamsicle Push Pops were oh so good, and the Mini Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes with Bubble Gum Frosting were definitely a hit. So when it came time to create a very special Mother’s Day Treat, I knew exactly what to use!

With just a few ingredients, these Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts are easy enough for Dad and the kiddos to bake! Let me show you…

The Doughnuts start with a cake mix {you all know I love that} with the addition of eggs, milk and butter the batter is smooth and creamy. Then you add the Frosting Creations Cinnamon Roll flavor packet for a big burst of delicious cinnamon.

After the Doughnuts are baked and cooled, they take a little dip in melted butter and another burst of cinnamon and sugar. A drizzle of Frosting Creations Cinnamon Roll sends these little babies over the top with perfect flavor!

Don’t have a doughnut pan? No worries…you can easily bake these in a mini muffin pan for about 7-8 minutes.

We paired the Cinnamon Roll Doughnuts with Breakfast Pizza and Fruit Salad for a perfect Breakfast in Bed for Mother’s Day!

Need the recipe for Breakfast Pizza? Head on over to Pocket Change Gourmet and grab it!

Disclosure: This recipe was developed for Duncan Hines. I was given product and compensation. As always, the opinions and photos are my own.

For more great recipes…visit Duncan Hines Recipe Page

Linking to…Weekend Wrap Up Party, Saturday Night Special, Saturday Sevens, Sundae Scoop, Made by you Monday

Some of my favorites from Cupcake Tuesday

• Purse Cupcakes a.k.a. Handbags
• Flower Cupcakes with Candy Clay Flowers
• Peanut Butter Cup
• Ring Cupcakes
• Flowers in a Pot
• Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream Bar Cupcakes
• Chocolate Chip Pie ala mode
• Snickerdoodle Cupcakes

And a few from Cupcake Chronicles Newsletter

• Daisy Cupcakes
• Stiletto Cupcakes
• Cherry Almond Cupcakes
• Cupcakes for the Baker
• Flower Pot Cupcakes
• Flowers

And don’t forget about the adorable Mother’s Day Cupcake Toppers!

In case cupcakes aren’t on your list, here are some yummy desserts that you may like…

• Black Forest Whoopie Pies
• Fresh Strawberry Layer Cake
• Flower Pot Pie
• Cool Lime Pie
• Orange Creamsicle Push Pops
• Gourmet Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
• Brownie Goody Bars
• Peanut Butter & Jelly Pie

Enjoy your Mother’s Day!

Linking to…Saturday Night Special, Saturday Sevens