Papier-Mache Waste Can

March 13, 2012 by mymateriallife

    Look what I found at the Container Store yesterday.  I only went in to use the restroom, but then this fantastic can caught my eye and I just had to bring it home with me.  Isn’t it beautiful – that red interior! Whenever I use my sewing machine I eventually remember that I need a place for trash (thread clippings, seam clippings, etc.) and I usually end up using a paper bag.  This will be so much better. […]

Categories: Easter, Kid Stuff, Paper, Sewing • Tags: container store, papier-mache, papier-mache waste can

Have Cake, Will Travel

October 5, 2010 by mymateriallife

Most people with severe peanut and/or nut allergies steer clear of any baked goods without an ingredient label and some kind of manufacturing statement because bakeries are such a huge risk for peanut and nut contamination.  That means you don’t eat the cake that’s served at parties – like Saturday’s cake at the wedding we attended (which looked like a stack of storybooks and tasted delicious).  So whenever my daughter, who is severely allergic to peanuts, attends a party where […]

Categories: Sweets • Tags: chocolate cake mix, container store, food gift box, peanut allergy, trader joe's