something for the holidays

First.  A continuation of randomness from Friday.

I finally went to the store, and after 2 weeks of not going, I forgot how to shop.  I had no list, no recipes in mind, and left with the most random groceries ever. 

Seriously.  What can I do with 5 cans of pumpkin, 1 carrot, 1 grapefruit, kale, and cottage cheese?  Whole Foods finally got their 365 brand pumpkin puree in.  It’s only $1.29/can and tastes better than the organic.  I’ve been anxiously waiting for this!

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Yesterday, I made a double batch of my triple chocolate donuts.  I made 6 in the donut pan and 6 in a muffin tin.  Because of my completely spaced out grocery trip, I left without eggs or applesauce.  So, I decided to make the vegan version, and sub pumpkin in for the applesauce.  Little did I know, I was also nearly out of sucanat, so I subbed in brown rice syrup for half of the sugar.

I forgot to decrease the milk amount to make up for the brown rice syrup addition.  After testing them 3-4 times during baking, they would just not firm up.  What I first thought was a disaster, may have turned into a new + favorite recipe.

It was like eating a gooey brownie, with a crisp, chewy crust.  These will be made again very soon.  This time on purpose, and with a recipe to show for it.

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My desk is now cleared off.  Maybe we can finally use our office as an office!

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The repurposed concrete counter has been set up with our printer + various other things.  Organizational success!

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And now, something for the holidays, or really anytime.

My extremely talented cousin, Courtney, recently launched a paper design company. 

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She started this company, while also working a full time job, and has done a truly impressive job setting it all up.  Courtney offers everything from wedding invitations + thank you notes, to holiday cards + custom logos.  Below is a sampling of her greeting cards, which are just way too cute.  My favorite is the Santa Claus!

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So why am I telling you about all of this?  Well, Courtney and I worked out a fun holiday offer for Edible Perspective readers!  With the holidays quickly approaching, I know you guys are already on the hunt for finding the perfect holiday photo cards to send out to your families.

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If you head over to Courtney’s site, from now until November 30th, you can enter to win a pack of 25 free personalized stationary cards!  And, just for entering you will be given a 10% discount code, which can be used on any holiday card purchase!

Check out this link for the details! –> Fall Stationary Giveaway!

I’m not just promoting Courtney because she’s family.  I’m promoting her because I am completely impressed with the professional business she has created, while also holding a full time job.  Her designs are simple + unique.  With how active you all are on Etsy + Pinterest, I know you’re always looking for new + creative finds, just like this! 

Hope you’re all having a great weekend so far!  Back tomorrow to talk about some exciting news!!!

Ashley