tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17434082072478312782024-03-05T01:34:15.693-06:00Something's always Cooking!My world of hobbies, interests and experiments showcased in this small space.Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.comBlogger125125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-21633550139523636332015-08-24T21:08:00.001-05:002015-08-24T21:10:00.365-05:00Zipper lined pencil pouch(sewed)Sewing is my new passion and obsession. I am going crazy looking at the number of projects, patterns & fabric that I can use to make simple, easy, usable things and can't wait until I try them out. I actually like the feeling of turning a plain piece of fabric to an accessory which can be used or worn. Isn't it cool to do that, that's the reason I also like to crochet or arts for that reason.Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-51601089441946583142015-06-30T21:36:00.001-05:002015-06-30T21:57:05.833-05:00Herbal coconut hair oilGrowing long hair is a challenge after you enter your 30s and also after you had kids. First thing I wanted to do was stop hairfall and greying. So I started to look for remedies and best brand products to help, but nothing helped. So I thought "old is gold" and tried some home made herbal products so I am Sure will not have any side effects. So I found couple of them like coconut oil massage, Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-3225326371445244432015-05-26T15:59:00.001-05:002015-05-26T21:05:16.044-05:00T-shirt toddler dress
I had this Blog bookmarked for over an year now and I wasn't sure if I can attempt it as I am still a beginner in sewing and didn't wanted to spoil the fabric or get discouraged. Uff, finally gave it a try for my girls 4th year Bday. It wasn't that hard as I thought, actually came out really well than I expected. It took me few hours to get things ready and 1-2 hrs to sew it. So its Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-85854978265401080342015-05-02T13:49:00.001-05:002015-05-02T14:21:46.455-05:00My garden '15I was always fond of gardening since my childhood, we had a little area next to our house where we had planted few Rose bushes and I used to water them regularly. That's when my interest in gardening started.
Gardening brings peace and its a kind of meditation and a satisfaction. Of course its a costly hobby until u invest some to begin.
Our new member is the Apple tree in our garden, I have two Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-5263702336558825482015-02-18T22:16:00.000-06:002015-02-19T23:11:27.106-06:00Bead-Ribbon Necklace
Bead Necklace and home made? Yes, it's a simple n elegant necklace with very minimum supplies to make is ready in no time. I love simple projects as you all know by now, anything which takes few steps and few items is what I keep looking. This is a super cute craft for any age and quick fix too. Perfect for parties and as a present too. Found this in a book I borrowed from my local library and Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-23145510014711807642015-01-30T14:13:00.000-06:002015-01-30T14:18:52.630-06:00Menthya Matodi Palya( Fenugreek leaves & dal subzi)
I know I have a post already on Matodi-Palya but here is an other version with fenugreek leaves. I love this dry subzi, protein rich and tasty. It isn't an easy and quick recipe, sure needs some planning and time but it's all worth it. This can be made two ways either very dry or a little dry. This time went with the dry one as you can mix it with rice and eat.
It uses toor dal for Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-44573198282676027362015-01-09T12:17:00.003-06:002015-01-09T12:18:52.221-06:00Chevron clutch (crochet)
This is my first chevron stitch to explore in crochet. I loved the way it looks so classy and elegant, it's easy to do too. I made this clutch to understand more about this stitch and to make a simple project. It makes a great gift to teachers, young girls or for ur self for storing your crochet needles or patterns or anything.
I had few colors left out so I tried to mix and match them, singleSpringbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-44765881665146677402014-11-13T17:40:00.000-06:002014-11-13T17:43:53.354-06:00Tinkerbell costume for Halloween
Every little girl would like to dress up like a princess for the Halloween and so is my little princess who loves to dress up any time of the year. She is one girly who likes to get dressed in new costumes and attire and I love to dress her up. I had in the back of my mind to make some DIY costume for her with a little TLC and fun to be. I love small projects and get creative. This was a real Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-80770088870020967282014-10-09T14:10:00.000-05:002014-10-09T14:41:27.629-05:00Black Forest CakeMy son turned 9 in September and I made this gorgeous looking Black Forest cake for him. He loved it with chocolate gratings on the top and cherry with it. It was easy to make n bake. It was my childhood favorite and lot of memories are attached to it. So I was happy to bake this for him to make new memories of his own. I Followed a youtube link and it helped me with simple steps. It turnedSpringbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-26448578273755542342014-09-09T21:41:00.001-05:002014-09-18T14:00:34.521-05:005 min head bandI love simple projects which takes less material and my time. This project takes less than or 5 mins to make once you have all your material handy. It's the few materials which am sure is available in most of the household. It's a perfect last minute gift too. Thanks to pinterest for this great project.My daughter loves these and she has asked me to do many more of different colors and sizes, so Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-40923640849885429902014-09-04T13:40:00.000-05:002014-09-04T13:41:22.159-05:00Holige (Ganesh Chaturthi special)
Happy Gowri-Ganesha festival to all. I know wishing you all a bit late, but I got tied up with the festival preparations and couldn't wish all my blog friends. So here is a dish very traditional and must during this festival. I always get nostalgic during this festival as it's a big one in my maternal place and we always used to look forward for this festival even when we were young. With all Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-59729387444672353662014-08-22T22:21:00.002-05:002014-08-23T22:14:49.824-05:00Stuffed mini Bell Peppers
Hi all, we're back with a long. 2 months long vacation to India. It was quite a relaxing and a memorable trip, as got to spend some quality time with my parents and brother family. It's so wonderful to be around them. It's always exciting to see the kids getting along with their cousins and having fun, sleep and stay together. I treasured this vacation and hope to see more of this in future.
Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-42407234909248910622014-05-13T22:03:00.000-05:002014-05-16T18:28:51.098-05:00Baby Blanket BagsWhat do you all do with those receiving blankets that your kid or nephew or niece used it and you don't have anyone to pass it or? Throw them or donate them? Don't! Here is a wonderful idea which you can reuse them.I had some receiving blankets of my son and then daughter which was in a very well condition and I didn't wanted to give it to any one nor throw them awaysenti girl!). I had beenSpringbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-17009378982401519752014-05-13T19:01:00.001-05:002014-05-13T21:40:55.124-05:00Dal MakhaniA punjabi dish rich and flavorful, as the name says it uses butter and cream to make rich. It is a high protein dish(as it includes lentils) and very simple to make. Here is a simple version of it. It goes very well with Nan/Kulcha and so with roti/ chapathi(tortilla). Ingredients:1 cup Black whole Urad dal & Rajma(kidney beans) mixed and soaked overnight1 cup Tomato puree1/2  Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-79672095623688952622014-04-28T22:08:00.000-05:002014-04-28T22:08:34.397-05:00Rasberry chocolate mini Bunt cakes
Rasberry is my new favorite. The color the taste and looks is one of the Natures best. Rasberry goes very well with chocolate( I can say perfect duo after orange n chocolate). I have a book called "Cupcakes & Muffins" bought it at a book store for a bargain price and it has over 100 recipes with some pics too. It's very easy to follow and do. So you will see some recipes which I think Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-8479361121794701962014-03-26T22:57:00.001-05:002014-03-28T19:51:31.692-05:00Bisibelebath in crockpot
Crockpot is also called slow cooker. This was something new to me and have been thinking of investing in for a while. Since we're rice eaters and use rice cooker quite a lot, almost everyday you can say, wasn't sure it will be of any use for me. Last november I went ahead and bought one of these and I fell in love . It's easy, simple and heavy of course. Have been trying dishes which might Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-17189018778923530012014-02-11T18:57:00.000-06:002014-02-11T19:01:50.994-06:00Granola cookies
I love the smell of the fresh baked cookies, if you're like me then this one is yummy in your tummy. I have tried couple of cookies but granola cookies ware new to me. We're not a big fan of granola in our house but when saw this recipe was drooling over the picture and I wanted them right away. I was very sure my son would love it who can munch a cookie any time of the day. It's Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-35623797850907810732014-01-01T22:57:00.001-06:002014-01-01T23:06:34.878-06:00Happy New Year 2014!Hello to all my blogg friends and wish you all a very Happy New Year! Hope this year is everything you dreamed for. This year I am looking forward to be blogging and visiting you all more often. It's been a big roller coaster for us this past 3 yrs so am hoping for lots of good time this year. I see a lot of new recipes and dishes everywhere, so I am definitely giving them a try and bookmarking Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-80392705559008192232013-02-06T07:33:00.000-06:002014-05-16T18:28:51.117-05:00Crochet Boys SweaterHere is one of my other crochet works I did for my son. It's a Baby blue colored which looks very sober and cool on any dark colored shirt. Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-15401629602040384482013-02-05T18:59:00.001-06:002013-02-05T21:13:03.939-06:00Avocado custardAvocado's in India are called Butter Fruit, it comes in a big size as we get the California Avocado here. This custard is very simple and yummy dessert. It was introduced for me by my MIL. I do like the avocado quite a lot and loved this dessert too. Simple ingredients and simple method, it's a quick fix on a surprise guest visit day.
Ingredients:
Avocado 1-2
Sugar 1 -2 tbsp(as per taste)
Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-42069860894393619672013-01-30T07:54:00.000-06:002013-01-30T08:02:18.352-06:00Fruit cake
Hi, here I am back after a long break from blogging with my daughters First Year Birthday cake. It's a fruit cake and it's a lot fun to do and eat. It's one of my favorite one of all the cake I have made and it's a no bake cake. You can decorate it in different forms and shapes.
Ingredients:
1 small Watermelon
1/2 Cantaloupe
10. Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-6736552675015722022013-01-30T07:35:00.000-06:002014-05-16T18:28:51.133-05:00Newspaper Gift BagGood morning all ! Here is an other repurposing project. It's one of simpler and repurposing your old news paper. I love the idea of using the old Newspaper instead of a new paper, as we are recycling and repurposing the paper. It's a very simple project and doesn't take much time and can be done in desirable size. Here I have made a small 5' size bag. I found this in a blog and lovedSpringbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-77362820410347685722012-12-31T12:24:00.000-06:002014-05-16T18:28:51.164-05:00DIY Cinnamon CandleDid you ever wanted to fix a quick gift to someone which u missed out or came to know few minutes before the party? Then this is an easy and quick gift for anyone. You will only need few items to get it started and takes less then 15 mins to get it wrapped. This is one of the gifts I did for my son's Christmas gift to his art teacher.Things you need: A candle10-15 cinnamon sticksHot glue Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-48043429377072783772012-12-17T07:59:00.000-06:002014-05-16T18:28:51.174-05:00DIY : Magazine HolderI was in search of some good magazine holders as I have lot of magazine subscription and I don't want to throw any of them away. Especially the magazines like " Parenting" or " Family Fun", which doesn't get old and has lot of fun crafts or tips to share, but was surprised to see the prices for it and thought how about I do something at home. Then came this idea of repurposing the cereal Springbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1743408207247831278.post-15359293732402195242012-09-12T13:52:00.000-05:002014-05-16T18:28:51.206-05:00Hi all....I am back!Hey all my Blog friends, it's been a while I blogged. I have been doing quite a few projects but haven't got a chance to post them as my 1 yr old princess had kept my hands all tied up. Now I hope will be able to blog more. I very happy to be back blogging and hope to make some more new friends here and know more about you and your hobbies and visit you all often.I am planning to post one projectSpringbirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03906529659568901538noreply@blogger.com0