Crochet Slipper Boots for my Daughter

This is what I have worked on all day.  Designing a pair of boot slippers for my Daughter.  I'm liking them, but I'm just not sure about the trim along the back.  Should I keep it the way it is, run it all the way down, or completely remove it?

She had asked for slipper a few weeks back and I kept experimenting but just didn't like what I was coming up with.  I turned it into a boot.  Buttons would be cute along the side as well, but she asked for trim. so I'll stick with that.

After it is all said and done, I think I am going to make me a pair, they are very comfortable.  Or hey, I can just make another one of these and keep them.  Hopefully she'll ask for different colors.

So much you could do with these.  Instead of trim, add button, pom poms, flowers.

I am thinking I should write a pattern up for them with as many hours as I put into designing them, but sometimes I just like to give out one of kind gifts and let it go.

This is one of those, I am going to let go and just make a set for the kiddo.  

Maybe someone will see some inspiration!!!

Debra

Marinara Sauce

I have two upcoming recipes that require Marinara Sauce, so I thought I would give this a whirl, and make my own. 

Here is the recipe:

Marinara Sauce:

2 tablespoons of olive oil

2 clove of garlic (minced)

1 28 ounce can of crushed tomatoes

2 tablespoons of tomato paste

2 tablespoons of fresh basil

1 tablespoon of fresh oregano

1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar

1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper

Grab a medium size sauce pan and with medium heat, brown the minced garlic.  This will take about two minutes.  

Add the rest of the ingredients and mix really well.  

Bring this to a boil and then turn your heat down to low and simmer for about 10 minutes.  While it is simmering, be sure and stir frequently.  

This will make approximately 3 cups.  

I placed mine in a bowl and covered so I can let it sit in the refrigerator for the day, while I pull my other recipes together.  I had to dip a little bread to try it out and it is, oh, so very good. 

It should be even better as these flavors marinate together for the day.  

I could dip bread in this all day.  

Adapted from the recipes of : http://www.bakeyourday.net/all-purpose-marinara-sauce/

Enjoy,

Debra