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Ah, yes. I dedicated an entire blog post to these myself last summer. And you're right, they are the exclusive treat of the chef. I love them! Simple Pleasures: Fresh Corn Nibbles \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	7/20/10 9:28 AM
This is a great idea! I'm not a fan of piped letters anyway... No Good At Piping Letters? Make a Birthday Sign Instead \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	7/19/10 10:55 AM
Nice! Thanks eskkimmo. Except...somehow I don't think it will be as easy for me as she made it look. Note to Katie: make more hedgehogs and put them in your etsy shop! DIY Lazy Susan Book CaddyHow To \| Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh Flag this comment	7/8/10 4:37 PM
I love Armenian cucumbers! We tried them for the first time last year. They're great producers--we had tons. The skin is very thin, so if you're a person who removes the skin from "regular" cukes, this would be a winner for you. I love to slice them up, and top them with cream cheese, half a cherry tomato, salt and pepper. YUM. A Roundup of Cucumbers \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	7/8/10 1:17 PM
The book caddy is great! But where, oh where, did you find that hedgehog crayon holder? DIY Lazy Susan Book CaddyHow To \| Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh Flag this comment	7/8/10 1:14 PM
This is SUCH a good idea! How To Make a Recycled Bubble Wrap Travel Game \| Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh Flag this comment	7/6/10 7:02 PM
Love, love, LOVE the big blueberry star. I'm going to do that Sunday! Patriotic Cakes (and a Pie!) for the Fourth of July \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	7/1/10 4:08 PM
Thank you for this! I was getting discouraged by all the high prices. @mellycooks: no, you're not the only one. It's ridiculous! You shouldn't have to tip such a fancy dispenser...or waste the last of the carefully crafted drink! 10 Affordable Beverage Jars and Dispensers \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	6/15/10 5:01 PM
Chilaquiles!! Tortillas cut into triangles, fried, drenched in enchilada sauce, topped with eggs/chicken/cheese/onions/sour cream. Margarita on the side, please. YUM. What Can I Do With Leftover Flour Tortillas? Good Questions \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	6/3/10 3:44 PM
Definitely need a little oil in the pan. Otherwise, they crack. That's no good. Warm It Up! Three Ways to Warm Tortillas \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	5/24/10 4:05 PM
We've had Paperstone for 3 years. I really love them. I rest a heavy pot of boiling noodles for a few seconds while I adjust my grip before draining, and have seen no adverse affects. I put hot dishes from the microwave straight on the counter--no problems. They will get scratched if you cut directly on them, but they're pretty tough. And sandable, if you want to refinish them. The only complaint I have is that, on my black countertops, I get gray swirly marks from cleaning with vinegar. This problem is easily remedied by buffing with a little oil, but I rarely take the time to do that. I would install these again in a new house, for sure. In a heartbeat. More on Paper Countertops \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	5/18/10 1:06 PM
Yes, definitely white balance. And a Lowel Ego. The midnight baker's best friend. Sofa to Bedroom: Tips for Photographing Food at Night \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	5/17/10 8:17 PM
So simple, yet so true! You've got the basics covered. These are my go-to tricks for fun snacks! 5 Snacks to Pique Their Interest \| Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh Flag this comment	5/13/10 4:41 PM
Or how about chilaquiles with beans? Or a bean burrito? I can think of several Mexican dishes that would be great for breakfast. Italian? Stuffed manicotti? In the summer, I love toast with melted mozzarella, fresh tomato slices, and s&p. What Are Some Savory Breakfasts Without Eggs or Meat? Good Questions \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	4/5/10 4:16 PM
I usually get weird looks when I mention this, but I love oatmeal with butter and soy sauce mixed in. People tend to think of oatmeal with sweet accompaniments, but it works. One of my favorite snacks is leftover rice with butter and soy sauce, and I figure that oats aren't that different from rice. One day I tried it with oatmeal, and I loved it. What Are Some Savory Breakfasts Without Eggs or Meat? Good Questions \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	4/5/10 4:14 PM
If doughnuts aren't the new cupcake, they should be! I'm seeing doughnut posts all over the blogging world, even on my own blog. And I'm loving every minute of it. There is nothing better than a fresh, warm doughnut. Trend Watch: Are Doughnuts the New Cupcake? \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	3/10/10 4:30 PM
I love mine! I mainly use it to juice the Concorde grapes that grow in our backyard. Strawberry limeade sounds good, though... Product Review: Breville Juice Fountain Compact \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	3/5/10 8:52 PM
I don't know of any tutorials, but I made a few duvet covers by sewing two flat sheets together on three sides. For the bottom, I put button holes across both open edges, and tied with fabric ties (you could use ribbon). Grommets and ribbon would work, too, with less sewing. Snaps are easy peasy...just hand sew them on. You can do it!! :) Duvet vs. Comforter for a Toddler? Good Questions \| Apartment Therapy Ohdeedoh Flag this comment	3/3/10 4:01 PM
Great. Now I have to make brownies. @andrennabird, I've had spinach brownies before. I do not recommend them. :-P Brownie Bliss: A Secret Ingredient (Or Two) \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	2/25/10 7:44 PM
This looks awesome! I have a stacking cooling rack, which is a pain to store and set up. This takes up more counter space, but is worth it, I bet. Good Product: Expandable Cooling Rack \| Apartment Therapy The Kitchn Flag this comment	2/25/10 1:46 PM