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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

New finds and Pink Peppermint Puffs

We have a little guest at our house today, an adorable little girl who I am watching for the day for a friend. That's means I have 3 little girls to entertain on this gloriously rainy, stormy day. I love a good summer storm! It does put a damper on the outdoor play time though. So we decided to make Pink Princess Peppermint Puffs! Add pink and the word princess to anything and it's a party for these girls. 

I also wanted to show you some of my recent bargain finds and do a little girly table-scape for ya. 


I discovered this pink depression glass pedestal at the thrift store. The bottom had come un-glued. I used some glass glue to affix it again and you would never know a thing was wrong with it. With 2 small girls and their birthday parties in my future,I know it will come in handy!


I bought these beautiful glasses for $1 each on clearance at World Market years ago. Through 3 moves several have broken. I only gave 4 left. :(




I found another little ironstone pitcher, which is a rare find at the thrift shop...

I also found a little ironstone platter...







































•PiNk PePpErMiNt PuFfS•


The recipe I used called for 4 egg whites, 3/4 t vinigar, 1/8 t salt/ 1 1/3 c sugar and 3/4 t vanilla. Combine all with blender (except sugar) until stiff, slowly beat in sugar. Pipe onto parchment lined baking sheets. Bake @300 for 45 minutes.


Simply add a few drops of red food coloring and 2 drops of pure peppermint extract to your favorite meringue cookie recipe, garnish with sugar granules for princess-y sparkle! 



♥Linsey


15 comments:

  1. Sounds like you're making it a lovely day, in spite of the rain, for your sweet little girls. Terrific finds too!
    Mary Alice

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  2. How sweet! I miss doing all those things with little girls....sounds like they had a great time!
    Blessings, Lorraine

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  3. Your table looks so pretty, your girls must feel very special!

    XO,
    Jane

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  4. I love the girly stuff--looks so pretty!

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  5. Don't you just love it when you find some special treasures at the thrift store? I love the pink depression glass and the flowers are stunning!

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  6. I love pink depression glass! And the meringue looks to die for!

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  7. It all looks so sweet. I love pink glass and your little cake stand is lovely. I have just made my hubbies favourite,custard tart,which uses 4 egg yolks. I always have trouble finding recipes to use the whites, other than pavlova. I try to avoid making this too often because of all the cream. So when I read you made meringue cookies,I thought you may have posted the recipe. I will have a look on google see if I can find one. Glad you enjoyed your day. xxoo

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  8. Linsey I'm new to your blog and what a beautiful blog you have. I love the pink dish. Very nice. I'm also following you blog!

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  9. Linsey,
    what a special way to spend a rainy day with 3 little girls! Your table is lovely and you got some great finds!
    Rebecca

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  10. What a sweet tablescape and those puffs look amazing. I'm sure the girls loved it all.
    Thanks so much for visiting my blog, I'm glad to have found your blog, too. My husband's from Texas. :)

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  11. I finally got to link up to the party Lindsey! Thanks for the invite, LOVE your paintings! Your newest follower!

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  12. Hi Linsey,
    Thank you so much for stopping by my blog:). Your home is beautiful & you are an amazing painter! I added you to my blog list.
    Have a great day,
    Jen

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  13. Linsey,
    Your table setting looks so pretty.I am going to have to try that recipe too.
    (((Hugs))
    Anne

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  14. beautiful treasures- wow- love those glasses
    thanks for the recipe!

    Karen

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  15. I love how this beautiful table screams SUMMER Linsey! So, so pretty!

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