Muse My World

Weekend Style: Lumber Jack and Jill Edition

WOW!!  What a wonderful day it has been so far!!  I hope all of you are having an awesome day also.  Today, myself and my little Mr.'s, as well as my Sissy and her little Ms., got to ride on a float in the Motherlode Round-Up Parade.  We were riding on the float for the Tuolumne Lumber Jubilee... which is a Jubliee in our home town that happens once a year...full of logging events, a tug-o-war, and a carnival. 

The Motherlode Round-Up parade has been a tradition in out town for years!  As long as I have been alive, and long before that, every Mother's Day weekend, the Motherlode Round-Up happens.  Saturday is a three-hour long parade, followed by a rodeo all weekend.  Lots of fun!!  I have been in the parade numerous times and for different things, both as a kid, and now with my kids.  It is always fun, and it is always memoriable. 

P.s.  the theme of our float was lumberjacks and jills...hence, all our plaid!

Guest Bloggin'

I'm guest bloggin' over at The No Drama Mama today.  Stop by to see my 5 tips on how to get your lady groove back.  Have a fantastic Monday!!

Chic Challenges CC-03

It's time for this week's sketch challenge at Chic Challenges.  I absolutely love being a designer and resident sketch creator for Chic Challenges.  It has encouraged me to create on a regular basis and try new things, even if I wouldn't normally create that way.  Here is my take on the sketch this week.  I hope you will head over to the Chic Challenges Site and participate in our challenge this week.  We would love to have you!!

I used some retiring DSP as the main background on my card this time.  Would you like to see what is retiring?  Head on over to my Stampin' Up! Store to view the entire retiring list. 

Try It Out: Ashlee's Mojito Recipe

Today I have a Try It Out that you are gonna love!!  I love mojitos!!  They are just delicious in my book, whether you add alcohol or not.  I have been working on perfecting my mojito recipe (not that it's super original), but it is just PERFECT for me.  Hope you enjoy this refreshing and tasty treat. 

Make in a pint canning jar (that's how I measure perfectly!):
1 oz simple syrup
2 oz clear rum
1 lime
5-8 mint leaves
club soda

Mix the simple syrup and mint leaves together at the bottom of the jar smashing a bit.  This breaks the leaves up and releases the flavor.  Add the juice from 1 lime (you can add the remaining lime too).  Add the rum.  Fill glass jar to the top with ice then add the club soda to the top.  Drink with a paper straw (trust me, it just tastes better!)  If you don't drink alcohol, just make it the same without adding the rum.  It is super good either way.

I hope you enjoy this amazing drink.  It is perfect for spring and summer while enjoying the backyard, the pool, or the lake!!

Stampin' Up! Retiring Accessories and Stamps List

Well, it's that bitter sweet time of year again when the Stampin' Up! Retiring Lists come out.  It's exciting because we know that a new catalog is right around the corner, but it is also sad as we learn that some of our favorites are going away!!  But, our loss is your gain, and some at 60% off. 

You can view the Retiring Stamp Set List Here

You can view the Retiring Accessories List Here

Don't forget... The accessories are while supplies last, meaning when they are gone, they are gone.  If you are ready to pick up some of these amazing products, you can order through my online store here.  Use the hostess code J2SNPG36.

If you have any questions, please let me know.... send me an email... ashlee@musemyworld.com