Random - From Macarons To Embroidery

Hello...Hello...Yes, it's me, hope I'm not forgotten :). I have not been blogging much lately as my day job is keeping me busy, sapping away all my energy. Sad to say I also have not got much time to craft either. Hope things will settle down soon at work so that I can find some time (& my mojo) to craft again.

Oh, I finally managed to try some macarons lately. I have always enjoyed looking at macarons as they are so colourful & pretty. But sad to say I didn't really like eating them as I found them a tad too sweet for my liking. Also didn't like the biscuit-y texture. So, I guess I shall continue to admire them from afar instead. :)



I know I'm getting quite random in this post but anyway, I found an embroidery book that's really cute & thought I'd share it here as well.

"365-Design Collection For Kids":





So, do you like it? It's cute, isn't it? If you are interested, the book's ISBN No. is 978-4529042048.

I tried doing embroidery once. Yes, just once. I embroidered a sweet corn on a handsewn bag. I remember it took me sooo long (weeks!) just to embroider the little corn that I never tried embroidery thereafter again. I think I am a lazy crafter as I prefer to sew/make things quickly. But after looking at the above embroidery book, my fingers are itching to try embroidery again. If only I have some time to craft...



Well, that's all from me for now. Hope you all have a good week ahead! :D

Happy Birthday, Brother #3!

Happy Birthday to You!!!


This miniature felt cake measures 5cm from tip to the other end.

Happy Birthday, Brother #2!

It's my brother #2's birthday!!


Have a wonderful birthday, Brother #2!

Happy National Day!

Singapore celebrates its 44th birthday today, on 9th August 2009.

During this period, you'll see proud Singaporeans displaying the national flag outside their homes.



Today is a gazetted Public Holiday. However, since it falls on a Sunday, tomorrow shall be a Public Holiday in-lieu. :)

There'll be a "live" telecast of the National Day parade on TV tonight. Interested viewers in Asia will be able to watch it "live" on Channel NewsAsia International from 6.30pm to 8.30pm Singapore/Hong Kong time. If you want to know more, you may also visit the official National Day Parade 09 website.

Happy holidays, fellow Singaporeans!

Oyster Sauce Chicken Wings

I can never get tired of this:

This may not look appealing because of the dark colour but I assure you it's delicious! It's one of my favourite dishes. It's quite easy to make, so why don't you give it a try & see if you like it too? Here's the recipe from my mum :

Serving for 1-2 persons

Ingredients:
- 6 Chicken Wings (you can use other chicken parts if you like)
- Oyster Sauce (1 - 1.5 teaspoon)
- Dark Soya Sauce (1/2 teaspoon)
- Sugar (1/3 teaspoon)
- Sesame Oil (1 teaspoon)
- Ginger (a few slices)
- Chinese Wine - "Hua Diao" (1 teaspoon)
- Water (1/3 cup)
- Black Fungus (a few pieces; soaked in water to soften them first)
- Mushroom (a few pieces)
- Chilli Padi (1 piece - Optional to you but a must for me)

Method:
(1) Add sesame oil & ginger. Stir-fry.
(2) Add chicken wings, black fungus, mushrooms & chilli padi. Stir-fry till fragrant.
(3) Add dark soya sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, Chinese wine & water. Stir to mix well.
(4) Cover frying pan & simmer for about 10 minutes over medium heat.
(5) Stir the chicken wings one last time to mix them well.
(6) Turn off fire & serve with rice.