First, I received my swap goodies from Heidi at
http://foxglovesfabricandfolly.blogspot.com/
I am so loving everything!!
Heidi, I was overwhelmed! I know you don't know me but I cry when I am happy and yes, I cried over your wonderful gifts to me! Thank you so much!!
Here is what I received...............
A wonderful smelling vanilla candle from Yankee Candle, a gorgeous quilted table runner that is reversible and a stoneware pitcher filled with sea shells!! What a treat!! I even love the card and envelope!!
Thanks to Peggy at
for hosting the "simple summer swap"!!
Today is also whatcha working on wednesday on leslie's blog
I am working on............
swap projects
I can't post any pics because I know at least one of my partners reads my blog. hehe, what fun would that be if she seen her goodies beforehand?? So you all will have to wait too!!
I made some lemonade cake and want to share the recipe with you. Its great on these hot days and soo easy!!
LEMONADE CAKE
1 box lemon or yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 can (6 oz) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 container fluffy white or fluffy lemon frosting
Yellow colored sugar, if desired
1.Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Make cake as directed on box for 13x9-inch pan. Cool 15 minutes.
2.Mix lemonade concentrate and powdered sugar. Pierce top of warm cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. Drizzle lemonade mixture evenly over top of cake. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
3.Spread frosting over top of cake. Sprinkle with sugar. Store covered in refrigerator.
2.Mix lemonade concentrate and powdered sugar. Pierce top of warm cake every 1/2 inch with long-tined fork, wiping fork occasionally to reduce sticking. Drizzle lemonade mixture evenly over top of cake. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen cake. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
3.Spread frosting over top of cake. Sprinkle with sugar. Store covered in refrigerator.
You will love it!!!
Check back tomorrow for show and tell!! I found a crock buried in a friend's yard. Woohoo!! Its pretty cool!! and I have received 2 awards. I will post them tomorow....
Till then, goodbye.
Kim
What a great swap! I would be so happy to get that in the mail too! I need to get into a swap sometime. It seems like alot of fun!
ReplyDeleteAnd yum! That lemanade cake sounds like a great summer treat! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Boy, did you score on those primitive bargains! I love the blue star. I'm partial to the traditional primitive colors but it's nice to have an "alternate" color every now and then. :)
Have a great evening!
Hi Kim, How exciting to sit down to my computer & find out you have already received your box! I am SO HAPPY you like it all!!!...and what a great photo on your blog!!!...I tried to pick out things you would like & now I can relax, knowing you're enjoying it!...This has been a incredibly fun experience!...Have put your blog down among my favorites!....You are such a sweet person!....Enjoy your evening!...we will chat again soon!....Heidi XO
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful prim swapping! Love them especially the runner!
ReplyDeleteThe lemonade cake sounds wonderful too.
*Rondell*
Great swap! Thanks for posting that lemonade cake recipe it sounds refreshing!
ReplyDeleteTake care,
your always absent bloggy friend :)
Melissa
What a great package to receive in the mail. I really like the pitcher.
ReplyDeleteThe recipe for the lemonade cake sounds yummy and perfect for summer.
Such special and thoughtful gifts put together for you from a special and thoughtful lady. I am loving seeing what everyone received in the Summer Swap.
ReplyDeleteMama Bear
What lovely thinhgs you received. So well thought out and coordinated! This swa has been such a huge success! I loved doing it myself!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift! I can't wait for mine to arrive!
ReplyDeleteI love you package- the blue & cream is one of my favorite combos
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