Posy Slippers

Somehow I just knew there was a little pair of baby slippers patiently waiting to tippy-toe out from my thrifted wool blanket.  And here they be.  Making this the 27th project so far.  Whoa.  I wasn't really counting, but now that I just did, I'm somewhat surprised.  And from the size of the scrap I still have left, I'd say there will be several more things to come before I get to the *grand finale*.   No idea [yet] what it will be.  I'm also wondering what happens after that and whether or not I should put the projects and a few patterns (just the ones I've designed) into a little book.  I'm curious to know if there's any interest out there and would love for you guys to share your thoughts with me about it either in comments or email.   

And...after that last post, here's proof that lazy food can also be both delicious and healthy.  For a late lunch yesterday, the Mister and I had this roasted walnut-encrusted fish fillet with honey-mustard & lemon-dill dressing, and as you can see, I was just about to stick my fork in when I suddenly decided to blog it.  (ha!)  I used fresh Snapper, but you can use any type of fish.  Here's the skinny:  Rinse fish and pat dry with paper towels.  Cover a baking sheet with foil, and drizzle 3 T. olive oil on it.  Coat both sides of the fish with the oil on the pan.  Chop about 1/2 cup walnuts; and toss together with 1 T. flour. Sprinkle a few tablespoons of the nut mixture on the baking sheet and place the fish on top of it;  then add the remaining nuts on the top of the fish pressing them down lightly so they stay put.  Drizzle a little more olive oil over the top.  Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until fish is cooked through.  (Don't broil or you'll burn the walnuts.)  Dressing/Sauce:  With a wire whisk blend together 1 T. mustard, 1 tsp. honey, 1/4 cup mayo, juice from 1/2 lemon, 1/2 tsp. dry dill weed, (or 1 T. fresh chopped).  Makes two servings.  I served it up on the side, with a bed of mixed greens, red bell pepper, and a few kalamata olives. 

My only lament right now is, I wish I'd paid closer attention in French Class so I could decipher the recipe for this amazing looking cake tower thingy.  Hey, and that apron is pretty cute too, oui?  Time to get out my embroidery hoop I think.  (More Marie Claire Idees wonderfulness here.)

Comments

[texcilla]

yes, a book please!

[Patrice]

Ohhhhhh. . . yummers on that dinner, and YES YES YES a book on the white woolies would be fabulous!

[Wendy]

I love the book idea. I've been on the hunt for a thrifted white wool blanket ever since you started posting these projects and one continues to elude me. You just made it up that you thrifted it, didn't you? :)

You've decided my post for today. I'll put my little lamb up in your honor.

[Kristel]

Love your blog! Just discovered it. Those baby slippers are adorable.

[jen duncan]

SO very sweet~! Such a clever girl you are ;-)

[LizzieJane]

Those are the sweetest little slippers.
Just discovered your blog and it is really lovely.

[kate]

I am pretty fluent in French, if you'd like someone to translate the recipe for that delicious-looking hunk of yum, please drop me an email.

I've been looking for easy and interesting things to do with fish, thanks for the brilliant idea - I'll have to try it next week.

[Suzanne]

Did you say a book of patterns? Silly question---yes!yes!yes!

[laura]

i would love a little book.I have a big ,cream wool blanket i thrifted a few weeks ago after being inspired by you!

:) laura

[jenn]

I think a book is a great idea. I am so amazed by all the things that came from that blanket!

[heather]

I love the idea of a book of patterns!! 27 things to make with a wool blanket...what a great idea!

[Mo'a]

Wow!!!that must have been some big blanket :) Seriously, your projects are all wonderful...a book sounds great and it would help all those old blankets that would love to see the light and become useful and beautiful items.

[Rebekah]

your dinner looks delicious! I'm always on the lookout for great ways to prepare fish. Thanks for the recipe!

[Elizabeth Mackey]

Your little slippers and your fish look great!! Yummy in fact (the fish) If you need help with the French recipe let me know!! As I have lived there before and used a lot of Marie Claire recipes. I can also give you the American version for the measurements. Is that the spring Marie Claire? If so where did you get it?

[Tami]

I would LOVE to see some of your patterns in a book.

[tammyCA]

The slippers are so cute...and, I just reviewed all the other blanket items...wow! I especially love the heart pin cushion. Did you dye parts of the blanket to get the wonderful colors?

[Lisa W.]

I think that would be a great idea to turn your creations into a book. Recycling is becoming a very big thing and this would be a great little book to inspire people to recycle in a creative way. I would buy one! :-) I love all the things you made with your blanket. I am thinking of trying to find a blanket myself and giving myself a challenge :-), thanks to you. See you have inspired someone already :-) and I am sure I am not the only one. :-) Boy! I am just all smiles today! LOL! :-)

[Lisa W.]

Oh yes, forgot to say that the fish looks really good. I will have to try that one. Fish is one that I don't really cook because I guess I am intimidated by it, I don't know why, it's just a fish. LOL!

[Cassi]

A book? Ab.so.lute.ly! It makes perfect sense - go for it!

[Allison]

I'd say there is a little interest, no?

[Michelle]

I would love to see a book or collection of all your blanket projects - what fun! Can you tell me where you get your little labels that say Turkey Feathers? I'd like to have some custom labels made as well.

[Kathi D]

I think the book is a fantastic idea! So original, and so tempting.

[Bradie]

Hey!
This is the first time I've found your blog but I will be back. Beautiful crafts and recipes too! Girl you've got it all. Love those little slippers, and I think your book idea is very exciting. Thanks for sharing in your blog.
Bradie