Author Archives: katieskitchenblog
Goodbye 2012
Ah, what to say about 2012? Perhaps I’ll just say it didn’t go to plan. At all. But with the new year comes new beginnings. May your new year be full of good times, sweet treats and dreams that come … Continue reading
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Merry Christmas
The cookies have been baked (and almost all eaten) and the pie is in the oven. To those who celebrate have a wonderful day with your loved ones. What’s Christmas without a Bon Jovi song or two? No need to … Continue reading
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Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes
I’ve tried a few recipes for gluten-free cupcakes but I keep going back to this one. Vanilla Cupcakes Adapted from: 500 Cupcakes edited by Fergal Connolly Ingredients 225g/8oz unsalted butter, softened 225g/8oz caster sugar 225g/8oz gluten-free self-raising flour mix (I like Orgran Gluten-Free Self-Raising … Continue reading
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Look What I Made: Rainbow Granny Square Blanket
Happy birthday to my little cousin Amy, she recently turned 21. She’s smart, confident and ambitious. She’s loyal, affectionate and popular. And she loves a gluten-free cupcake with cream cheese frosting. Some blankety facts: * The rainbow contains 11 colours. * … Continue reading
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My Crafty Friends
I am lucky enough to hang out with some pretty talented and crafty people; here are just two I think you should know about: One of my besties Jess (with another friend, Phoebe) just launched her own range of canvas bags. The bags are … Continue reading
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Look What I Made: Amigurumi Panda
I made Smarty B. Panda a few years ago, when I was just starting out with crochet. It took me a few attempts to get the hang of making amigurumi (Japanese for small knitted toy), but once I figured out … Continue reading
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Look What I Made: Amigurumi Yoda
The funny thing about memories is sometimes you just don’t know if they are accurate. I think I saw one of the Star Wars movies (episodes?) when I was young. At school. While watching I was given a jelly bean for good behaviour. … Continue reading
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Update
Recently I made another elephant, for J & E’s baby due in January. The pink in the ears is a not-so-subtle nod to the fact I think the baby is going to be a girl! Dottie the elephant. Fabric is … Continue reading
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Look What I Made: Baby Blanket
For – J & E’s baby, due in January. (My money is on a girl!) Yarn – Panda Magnum Soft 8ply in white, approximately six skeins Measurements – 100cm x 90cm Time – About three weeks Pattern – I made this … Continue reading
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Sweet Potato Pie
Sweet Potato Pie To all of my American friends and family I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. I’m taking the holiday as a reminder to be thankful for the good people and blessings in my life. Share
