Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Holiday Jewelry Giveaways and Specials!

Of the Earth Jewelry's Holiday Online Event is here November 12-18!

Giveaways, Free Gifts, and Special Deals!


Join the Facebook Event to participate in the giveaways! To enter,  see below.

Like my Facebook Page or Follow me on Instagram @violetsorblueberry or #oteholiday15 to see the daily deals and free gifts!

Here's a preview of the Event schedule:

Thursday, November 12
GIVEAWAY Day 1: 3 Pearl Nest Necklace. $20 value. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 1: Buy 1 nest necklace, get 1 FREE (designer choice). $20 value. Buy here!
Friday, November 13
GIVEAWAY Day 2: Tulip Necklace and Earrings Set. $20 value. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 2: Free custom matching earrings with any gemstone necklace purchase of $18 or more. $15 value. Buy here! (Photo is only an example. Each earring pair is made custom to match the purchased necklace of your choice. Earrings will be designer choice.)
 Saturday, November 14
GIVEAWAY Day 3: Silver LSU Fleur-de-lis pendant. $15 value. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 3: FREE Gold LSU Fleur-de-Lis earrings with any $30 purchase. $12 value. Limited quantities. Buy here!

Sunday, November 15
GIVEAWAY Day 4: Two Bangle Bracelets made with Pyrite and Magnesite Gemstones. $16 value. Register here!
FREE GIFT Day 4: FREE Silver Saints Fleur-de-Lis earrings with any $30 purchase. $12 value. Limited quantities. Buy here!
Monday, November 16
GIVEAWAY Day 5: Blue Druzy Quartz with Pink and Coral tassel. $25 value. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 5: Free custom matching earrings with any gemstone necklace purchase of $18 or more. $15 value. Buy here! (Photo is only an example. Each earring pair is made custom to match the purchased necklace of your choice. Earrings will be designer choice.)
Tuesday, November 17
GIVEAWAY Day 6: Agate and Rose Gold Pendant. $12 value. Gemstone may vary. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 6: Buy 1 Dragonfly Necklace and Earrings (not pictured) set, get 1 Dragonfly and Earrings Set FREE (designer choice). $15 value. Limited quantities. Buy here!

Wednesday, November 18

GIVEAWAY Day 7: Agate and Antique Brass Flower Necklace and Earrings Set. $25 value. Register here!

FREE GIFT Day 7: Buy 1 Ombre Crystal Bar Necklace, get 1 FREE (designer choice). $10 value. Buy here!
Follow on Instagram or Facebook for daily promotional codes of free shipping and percentages off and $ off your total purchase.  

Giveaway Details: To register for the Of the Earth Jewelry giveaways, you must COMMENT on the giveaway post and LIKE Of the Earth Jewelry. If you've already liked the Of the Earth Jewelry Facebook page, you must SHARE my Facebook page to your Facebook timeline. You will have 24 hours to register. Once selected, the winner will have 24 hours to claim their giveaway prize. Another winner will be chosen if the giveaway is not claimed within 24 hours by the winner. Giveaway winners are not eligible to apply for future November 2015 giveaways.

Free Gift Details: Only valid the day of Facebook posting. Quantities are limited. Free gifts apply to specified $ amount after promo code is entered. For example, if you make a $30 purchase, you will receive your free gift only if your total amount equals $30 after your promo code is entered. Qualifying purchase amount varies each day.

Promo Code Details: Each day, a new promotional code will be offered. All promo codes will be valid from date of posting until November 18, 2015.



Happy Shopping!

Randee

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Mini Chicken Pot Pies

Warm your belly with this individual chicken pot pies recipe! People will think you worked all day on this classic chicken pot pie with a twist.

Chicken Pot Pie is one of my favorite childhood dishes and is now a favorite in my home!
Ingredients:

***These ingredients are based on what I had on hand. Feel free to use any veggie you have at home or use your favorites. This recipe is meant to be easy! rotisserie chicken or bake chicken breast. Buy and clear out your pantry and freezer to make these little guys. 
  • 2 cups diced rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • 1 cup diced carrots 
  • 1 cup diced mushrooms
  • 1 cup thawed frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup frozen edamame (prepare according to package directions)
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/3 cup red or yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 2 slices American cheese
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 pie crust (store bought or homemade)
  • parsley (optional)
  • salt & pepper and cajun seasoning to taste


Directions:

1. Dice ingredients to create equal sizes.

2. Make a light roux by heating olive oil and butter in a pan on medium heat. Add flour and cook until light golden brown. Be careful or you can easily burn the roux!

3. Add onions and peppers and saute for a few minutes.

4. Next, toss in the mushrooms. Good for a few more moments. If the mixture seems too dry, add a little more olive oil or butter.

5. Now its time to add the rest of the veggies and the chicken. Add seasoning!

6. Add milk and cheese. Allow to cook and thicken on medium-low heat for about 5-7 minutes.Taste and add seasoning as needed. If using parsley, add now.

7. Line up ramekins on cookie sheet and fill pot pie mixture nearly to the top of each ramekin.

8. Roll out dough and cut out pot pie tops with circle cookie cutter that's about the same size as the ramekin container.

9. Continue cutting out all pot pie tops.

10. Roll out each dough circle until exact size of ramekin top.

11. Lay out dough circles on each ramekin.

12. Poke holes in each pie dough. Paint with egg wash.

13. Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 20 minutes until golden brown.

14. Let cool and enjoy with steamed parsley and butter potatoes.

Perfect edition for your November menu!
Hope you enjoy!

Randee

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Candy Corn Wreath and Halloween Glittery Signs

Put away the summer decor and bring out the pumpkins, candy corn, and skeletons. Autumn is here! That brings Harvest, Halloween and Thanksgiving traditions. In my house, we celebrate Chinese Moon Festival, Halloween, Thanksgiving and tons of birthdays during the Fall season.

Let's celebrate with fun and festive decorating tips and tutorials for your outdoor space!


Add some color to your front door with classic orange pumpkins and purple mums. Love this color combination!



Candy Corn Wreaths

Materials:
  • 14" Styrofoam wreath
  • 1/2 yard white fabric, 1/2 yard orange fabric, 1/2 yard yellow fabric
  • burlap ribbon in 3 lenths-30", 24", 14" 
  • 2 packs of silver straight pins
  • 6-8 pearl straight headpins
  • fabric scissors
  • scotch guard  
Instructions:
1. Cut the fabric into 6 x 1" strips. Stack the fabric up to cut multiple strips at a time! It doesn't matter if it's frayed or off by a little.
2. Fold fabric strips into 1/3 sections.
3. Stick silver straight pin in the center. You will make a lot...I lost count.

4. Use the cutting mat and the line on the ring to measure the center. Place the first fabric strip in the bottom center.
5. Flip the wreath to the back. Pin two of the fabric strips across the base of the wreath. This is to cover the styrofoam at the back of the wreath. It will also make the back of the wreath flat so it lays well on your door.
6. Flip to the front of the wreath and continue adding your folded fabric strips to your wreath. You may want to divide your wreath into thirds to indicate the 3 color sections. I just approximated. It will take about 10-12 fabric folds per row.
7. Time to start the second row! Lift the fabric of the first row and place another fabric fold just under two fabric folds on the first row. Your want this to be staggered between the folds if possible. Continue adding new rows of fabric folds on both sides of the first row until the entire front is covered. It should be fluffy and the pins on the first row should not be visible.


8. Once you tired of adding yellow, move on to orange. Repeat steps 1-7. The pins in the center rows should not be visible. This takes a LONG time. Take breaks!



9. Let's take a break from the fabric folds and move on to the bow. Take your longest strip of burlap ribbon, 30", and fold to make a loop. This will serve as the wreath hanger and the ribbon strips on the bottom of the bow.
10. Using two of the larger pearl headpins, pin the ribbon loop to the BACK top center of the wreath.
11. For the loops of the bow, take the 24" ribbon strip and fold one end to the center.
12. Fold the other end to the center. Pinch and hold!
13. Place the bow loops on the FRONT top center of the wreath.
14. Pin the top of the bow to the wreath using the pearl headpins.
15. Time for the ribbon center. Take the 14" ribbon strip and place through the center of the top ribbon loop and over the front of the bow loops.
16. Wrap to the back of the wreath and pin using the pearl headpins. Make sure it is pinned tightly!
17. Tada! Now you have a bow that will act as your wreath hanger. For extra durability, you may want to add a few silver pins around the outside of the center part of the bow.
18. Back to the folded fabric strips. Time for the white fabric. Repeat steps 1-7. Using the remainder of your fabric strips, cover the bottom and back of your wreath. It doesn't have to thick, just enough to covert eh Styrofoam.
19. Finally, add scotch guard to your wreaths. Follow the manufacturer's instructions.
I don't like the taste of candy corn, but I sure love the colors and the feeling of Fall it brings me!



Enjoy this easy, but time consuming Fall project!

Randee