Where did the Bink in Bink's Buttons 'N Bobbins come from?

This week's blog hop is about nicknames. My mother would babysit the neighbor boy that was about the same age as I was, 2 years old. He could not say my name, Vicki, it would come out Binki and 30 years later I am still called Bink or Binki by my family. A sweet sound still to me today.

What is your nickname?

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Hurry and check out my 40% off sale on 9 spectacular purses!

Don't forget Mother's Day is just around the courner...

Recipes, recipes and more recipes!

Mexican Style Dip Serve with Frito scoops

1 8oz cream cheese, softened
1 lb ground beef
1 taco mix seasoning
2/3 cup water
½ cup salsa
1/4 c chopped serrano peppers
2 cup shredded mex cheese
1 can refried beans - original style

preheat 350 coat 9 inch pie plate
press cream cheese evenly on bottom
heat refried beans & layer on top
in large skillet, brown meat, drain
mix in taco seasoning and water. Cook & stir 2-4 minutes
remove from heat and add salsa & peppers
pour beef mixture over layers
sprinkle cheese on top
bake @ 350 until cheese melted

* Note: when 1/2ing this recipe, make husband’s delight with rest of meat.

Submitted to MckLinky by:
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Poppy Seed Dinner Rolls

melt 1 stick butter
1 tbs poppy seed
1 ½ tsp mustard
½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp onion flakes

Swiss cheese
deli ham
dainty dinner rolls

slice rolls, melt everything together, brush top, bottom and in between layers with mixture, place ham and cheese in middle. Refrigerate over night.
heat 400 bake 20 minutes

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SNOW IN GEORGIA

Snow...Snow...Snow

I was born and grew up in Twin Falls, Idaho. Snow is a bittersweet childhood memory. The sheer joy of playing in the snow, the many snow angels and snow men were a creative delight. I also remember trudging to school everyday in a huge snow suit and clunky snow boots. The snow melting off of the suit and boots making a messy puddle on the school bus and then tracking it into the classroom. My clothes and hair wet for the melted snow and the miserably blissfulness of it all.

Now, years later living in Georgia, I heard it didn't snow in Georgia when I moved here 22 years ago. Well it doesn't, not every year. But I'll tell you, when it does life stands still. To compare living in Idaho vs. Georgia is one huge difference, driving. Idahoians have the equipment and the knowledge therefore life goes on daily in the snow. Georgians do not have either. I get this feeling in my gut when the weather people call out the snow warnings that is not pleasant. The beauty of it is that once it is finally here, I find myself feeling that little girl inside and actually enjoying the snow again.

Here are my pictures of the snow that visited LaGrange, Georgia February 2010.

My house kissed by the snow - the trees in all its beauty - the tallest snowman I can remember ever witnessing, he was at least 10 feet tall!

2 New Purse Organizers Listed and More to Come!

Get ready for Mother's Day...just around the corner. A perfect affordable gift for that beautiful Mother in your life. Help her get organized.

What is a Purse Organizer?

Fill it up with your purse items, roll it up and drop it into your purse. Spread it out on the bottom of your purse and place your large items in the middle. Ready to change purses? It takes just a second, take out your large items out of the middle, roll up the purse organizer and pull it out - drop it into your new one. That's it!

About the design:

This purse organizer is designed to hold its shape yet still move to form to the bottom of various size purses. It is made with durable heavy upholstery fabric to keep that desired shape. It will stand on its own but becomes more stable with items in the pockets. The pockets are short for fast convenience of placing and pulling out your items quickly while you're on the run. Instead of a pocket that you keep losing those small items in, they should reach the top of the pocket for easy access. There are 6 pockets to hold all of your items.

Playing in the "Sweat Shop"

I had some extra time tonight and decided to play with this fabric that has been calling my name for quite some time. After making Christmas gifts and filling tons of orders, here is something for me!

I have not taken the time to really perfect the zipper and it used to intimidate me....well I can still use some practice but I have to admit it was pretty easy.

Here is my new purse. No pattern, just me, my fabric and my sewing machine.

New Items for the Winter Cold

Warm Wintery Scarves! More coming...check these three out at http://www.etsy.com/shop/BinksButtonsNBobbins

I'm back!

After 12 days of being spoiled on a beautiful cruise ship, I am back and getting ready for Christmas. Filling orders and making family gifts...oh how the days fly by.

Have a purse designed and named after you!

My good friend Carson's Birthday was yesterday. I designed this purse for her and named it after her..."The Carson Bag." No two will EVER be alike!

JUST WENT ON SALE!

I have made multiples of this bag for the local teenagers. They can't get enough of this bag... The Hippie Chic bag as they call it.

Here is a picture of an order of 4 I did.

This is the last one...don't let it get away!

order at: www.etsy.com/shop/binksbuttonsnbobbins

Great Gift Ideas from BBnB...Purse Organizers

What is a Purse Organizer?

It’s a removable insert of pockets to sit on the bottom of your purse, lined up around the edges to hold all of your accessories for easy access. There’s even plenty of room in the center for your wallet—and more.

Fill it up… roll it up… and drop it in!

Ready to change purses? It takes just a second - take out your large items from the middle… roll it up… pull it out… and drop it into another purse! That’s it!

Order here: http://www.binksbuttonsnbobbins.etsy.com/

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Great Gifts Under $10

From this............................................................... To this!

Purse Organizers starting at $8!

Emele's Gifts Promoting my Purse Organizers!

Thank you Emele! Everyone go check out her blog at: http://www.emele-blog.emelegifts.com/

Camera Straps...more coming soon!

Great camera straps to update your favorite camera.

Check it out: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33353783

Here's another cutie...

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31368898

All straps for only $10 plus shipping...

Personalized Large Tote Bags

Now here is a large tote that I make for custom orders. You pick the fabrics I have in stock.

It is lined with a heavyweight canvas with pockets along the top so you can still find your cell phone and keys!

This large tote is priced at 50$ with 3 hand monogrammed letters. 27X12X7

Custom Made Purses now ON SALE!

Purple Elegance

Regular Price: $30.00 SALE: $18.00
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=31287262

Rich, deep purple upholstery fabric with gold accents. Purple fringe accent within pattern. Plastic canvas stabilizer tacked on bottom. Two interior pockets. Button closure. Lining is a creamy shiny silky fabric.

Measurements:Without Strap: 8H X 15W X 2D (15W at widest/bottom and 11W at smallest/top)With Strap: 20H X 10W X 3D




Oval Hobo Bag

Regular Price: $30.00 SALE: $18.00
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30848357

Hip hobo style bag. No pockets. Brown button closure. Can be worn across body or on shoulder. Lined with orange plaid cotton material.

Measurements:Without Strap: 9H X 12W X 1.5DWith Strap: 25H X 12W X 1.5DMade with 100% brushed cotton heavyweight material.