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2014 Blog Giveaway #1 by Lin Handmade Greetings Card

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 02 Jul 2014 15:41:00 +0000

Lin Handmade Greetings Card (LHGC) is organising an amazing give away stuff. Feel free to visit her wonderful blog at 2014 Blog Giveaway #1 by Lin Handmade Greetings Card
Her work was really amazing. Grab a chance to win her give away stuff. You could be the lucky winner :)

Seaweed Jelly

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 18:54:00 +0000

Recently I made jelly out of dried seaweed. The processed was easy and fast. I used 100 grams of the dried seaweed. In fact you can create any recipe using the dried seaweed such as salad, cocktail, soup and many more. It's fun to experiment and create recipes using this nutritional ingredients.

This is how I make my Seaweed Jelly.

100 grams green dried seaweed.
If you can see on this picture the white elements actually is salt.
The longer you keep more fine salt will appear.

Wash the seaweed to remove residues.

Soak the seaweed for about 2 to 4 hours.
I don't recommend to soak overnight as it'll loss its nutrients.

Blend it.
You can also boil the seaweed directly but it'll take longer to dissolve.
And thinking of the nutrients which unable to sustain heat.

Boil water; Once water is boiled pour the seaweed in.
Stir well, let it boil for 10 - 15 minutes.
You can add any flavour as desired. You can also mix with fruits.
In my case I leave it bland; just added some cloves (Health benefits of clove) to get rid of the fishy smell.

Pour in a container; let it cool.
Refrigerate it. Nice to eat when its cold.
You can consume directly or mix with honey or anything you like.

I also set aside some portion for facial mask.
You might be interested to try & have your own made mask.

Have a pleasant day!

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Dried seaweed for sale:

Dried Green Seaweed (100 grams) - RM8.00

Dried Red/Purple Seaweed (100 grams) - RM8.00

For enquiry, please email to marge_goh@yahoo.com

Seaweed (Eucheuma Cottonii) and Its Benefits

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:07:00 +0000

Seaweed one of the important marine living resources could be termed as the futuristically promising plants. These plants have been a source of food, feed and medicine in the orient as well as in the west since ancient times. Scientifically known as Eucheuma Cottonii is an edible species of Pacific red seaweed obtained from Malaysian North Borneo water; are typically found below the low tide mark to the upper subtidal zone of a reef, growing on sand to rocky seafloor areas along a coral reef, whether water movement is slow to moderate. Eucheuma or in a layman term seaweed is also called Sea Bird's Nest.

Seaweeds are classified into three divisions, Rhodophyta (red algae), Chlorophyta (green algae) and Phaeophyta (brown algae). Seaweed is a a good source of nutrients; aside from being a good source of minerals it is also a good source of amino acids. These plants have all minerals which are available in the food humans eat. They are rich in minerals like iron, B-vitamin folate, magnesium, calcium and many others. The seaweeds are used by some people in the preparation of soup, side dishes and even salads.

Consuming seaweed helps in weight management. The seaweed is a good food to take when you want to take control of your weight. This is because the seaweed has only up to 20 calories per serving and has no fat. Therefore there will be no fat deposition. It is also high in fiber. This is a good factor as it will prevent eating junk and snacking.

Seaweed can be a good substitute for salt, which could be used in processed foods and also snacks instead of salt. Its advantages because it helps reduce the chances of someone developing high blood pressure.

Seaweed is believed to balance blood sugar. It has fiber which is soluble and hence can slow down the rate of digestion and absorption. This will help balance the blood sugar.The soluble fiber found in seaweed is good for digestion. Fiber prevents constipation and facilitates in effective bowels movements.

Good read Healing Power of Malaysian Seaweed, Journal of Medicinal Plants Research Vol. 5(27), pp. 6373-6380, 23 November, 2011, Seaweed Wikipedia, Seaweed Farming

Dried Seaweed

Fruit Cocktail with Eucheuma Cottonii (Seaweed)

'Get Well Soon' Handmade Card

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:49:00 +0000

It's been sometime since my last post. I went back to hometown for holiday but that was 2 weeks ago. I had a great time back home; meeting loved ones and attended few functions. It was a relaxing holiday and food hunting was on top of my list especially for Sabah's local food. Even though holiday is over, I have not been posting any on my page. Now, it's time to get back on my feet.

This is a 'Get Well Soon' card ordered by my cousin. It's for her friend who was recovering from a car accident. Understand that her condition is quite serious; Prayers to her & hope she'll recover soon.

For this card I used the paper I made earlier (Coloured Homemade Paper). Created a tag which can be functioned as a bookmark. For the tag, I embellished with ribbon, buttons and flower on it.

The card I kept it simple by creating a pocket from Japanese paper. It is simple and easy to make; You can try it yourself too. Happy crafting.

Stitched the buttons on the paper.

For neater finishing, added a layer of paper at the back.

A completed tag which can be used as a bookmark.
Embellished with skeleton ribbon, buttons and flower.

Created a pocket using Japanese paper to insert the tag.
Added rosette and used 3D creation glue for the wording.

Finally, its done.

Ready to meet the owner.

Wordless Wednesday #5

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 May 2013 16:57:00 +0000

Give a man health and a course to steer, and he'll never stop to trouble about whether he's happy or not.

~George Bernard Shaw~

For Sale: Fiskars 12inch/30cm Desktop Rotary Trimmer

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 26 May 2013 08:31:00 +0000

A good news for paper crafter enthusiasts; I have paper trimmer in-stock for sale.

Limited stock!

Offer Price: RM135.00 (exclude postage)

RRP: RM250.00

Applicable throughout Malaysia only

If you wish to purchase & for further enquiry; Kindly email me marge_goh@yahoo.com

Fiskars 12"/30cm Desktop Rotary Trimmer. Slim design.

Created with a modern new look and clever design.

Ideal for trimming all your card-making materials.

Visible grid lines to make easy & accurate measurements.
Permanent scale & grid cutting mat is printed underneath to last.
Cutting rail pivots open for easy project placement.

Rail locks for easy transportation.

An instructions behind the packaging.

Kad Ucapan Menggunakan Kertas Tisu (Handmade Card using Tissue Paper)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:24:00 +0000

Lama tidak buat entri berkenaan hasil kreatif.

Yang sudah siap banyak; Yang tak dimuat turun lagilah banyak!

Faktornya? Hmmmm....minda kontang lalu ketandusan ide menyusun abjad demi abjad untuk dilontar ke dada blog bagi mengongsi hasilnya; ATAUPUN

"M" yang terlalu bebal menakluk diri lalu termakan dengan bujukan Si "M" itu lantas duduklah dia bersenang-lenang umpana seorang 'billionaire perasan' sambil tertawa besar (sekadar metafora; sila abaikan ayat-ayat imaginasi tersebut)

ATAUPUN kedua-duanya (Minda "0" + "M" besar = ??????)

.....Sila jawap sendiri untuk diri sendiri

Jangan mencebik, jangan menafikan; semua memiliki perasaan @ karektor sedemikian. Bezanya menangani ikut cara & citarasa sendiri.

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Berbalik dengan hasil kreatif sendiri; Kad-kad ini semuanya dibuat sekian lama; Sudah tiada dalam simpanan; Ada yang ke benua Amerika; Ada juga yang berhijrah ke benua Eropah; Nasib mereka tidak diketahui.

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Saya gunakan teknik 'tie-dye' dan hampir keseluruhan hiasan menggunakan tisu yang diwarnakan menggunakan teknik tersebut. Semoga apa yang dikongsi sedikit sebanyak dapat memberi anda idea dalam apa jua bidang yang anda lakukan.

(I used a tie-dye technique to embellish most of the these cards. I do hope by sharing this you will get at least some ideas for any project you are onto now.)

Kad tingkap berlangsir.

Kad dihias dengan tisu yang diwarna menggunakan teknik 'tie-dye'; Bentuk hati dari kadbod yang dibalut dengan tisu berwarna diletak ditengah & dipasang dengan juntaian manik. Tisu dipotong lalu diikat dengan utasan benang. Akhir sekali, lekatkan butang kecil pelbagai warna di bawahnya.

(Window frame with curtain card.

The card is embellished with coloured tissue paper using a tie-dye technique. I then fixed a heart shaped cardboard wrapped with colourful tissue then hang the beads in between. Slitted the tissue and tie both side with thread/string. Finally I added colourful tiny buttons underneath.)

Kad hijau dicap dengan 'designed stamp'. Selebihnya menggunakan tali, butang dan tisu berwarna. Prosesnya mudah; Mula-mula lekatkan tisu berwarna di atas kad, selepas itu lekatkan tali dan butang di atasnya.

(I used designed stamp for the green based card. To embellish the card I used string, buttons and coloured tissue. This is easy to make. First I glued the colour tissue on the card, then fixed the string and button on top of it.)

Kad ucapan terima kasih yang ringkas.

Masih menekankan penggunaan tisu berwarna tetapi kali ini sedikit berbeza di mana saya gunakan pengecap setem pada tisu. Kadbod dibahagi kepada dua bentuk iaitu segi empat tepat dan hati. Kadbod berbentuk dibalut dengan kertas tisu berwarna. Lekatkan kad segi empat tepat di atas kad. Kad berbentuk hati ditebuk lubang di tengah dan kemudiannya masukkan tali/benang dan simpul dengan butang pelbagai saiz. Butang yang saya pilih sesuai dengan saiz tali yang saya guna. Akhir sekali, lekatkan ke atas kad dan lihatlah hasilnya.

(A simple Thank You card.

I still emphasised on the colourful tissue paper. On this card I used designed stamp on top of the tissue. Cut cardboard into rectangular and heart shaped then wrapped both shapes with colourful tissue. First, I glued the rectangle cardboard on the card stock. At the meantime, punch a hole in the middle of the heart shaped card board. Insert the thread through the hole and variety sizes of buttons. But then I've to ensure the button holes fit the thread I used. Finally, I glued the remaining onto the card stock and have a look at the result.)

Yang ini saya gunakan tisu muka biasa di mana beberapa lapisan tisu disusun di atas pengecap setem. Pastikan lapisan tisu mencukupi dari segi kemampatan dan ketebalan mengikut kesesuaian bahan perhiasan lain. Percikan air ke atas tisu. Pastikan permukaan lembap tetapi tidak lecek. Sebaik kesemua permukaan tisu lembap, tekan tisu mengunakan telapak tangan atau di atas sebarang permukaan rata bagi memampatkan lapisan tisu tersebut. Biarkan hingga kering. Ianya memakan hampir 24 jam untuk kering namun berpuas hati dengan hasilnya. Sebaik kering, kopek/alihkan tisu dengan hati-hati daripada pengecap setem tadi. Hasilnya seperti gambar di atas. Pada bahagian tengah, saya hias dengan butang manakala disekeliling tisu saya gunakan dawai kokot berwarna-warni. Akhir sekali gunakan pita pelekat dua-sisi dan lekatkan tisu di atas kad.

(This is a plain white facial tissue which I layered on top of the designed stamp.

Ensure the layered tissue is sufficient to hold the staples and other remaining embellishments. Sprinkle water on the tissue. Wet enough but not soggy; Once the whole surface wet; press the tissue with your palm or any flat surface to compress it. Leave to dry. This took almost 24 hours to dry but then I was satisfied with its result. Once dry, carefully peel the tissue from the stamp. The result as seen on the above picture. I then embellish with button on the centre. I use colourful staples all over its edges. Finally use the double sided tape to stick the tissue on the card-stock.)

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Selamat Mencuba! Try It!

Wordless Wednesday #4

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:59:00 +0000

Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm. ~Winston Churchill~

Featured in Craftastic Monday by Sew Can Do

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:30:00 +0000

It's been quite a busy Monday after lazying around over the weekend; Enjoyed hanging out with friends, shopping, food & drinks and also attended a friend's engagement.

Checked my blog late. As I opened, I saw a message from Cheryl. To my excitement, my post DIY Bi-Colour Rose was selected to be featured in the Craftastic Monday Link Party.

Overwhelmed? Absolutely! Something special for Monday.....the mind is smiling; the heart leaped happily <*-*>

Thank you so much Cheryl; I'm honoured. Do check Sew Can Do & you'll be amazed with her fantastic & awesome blog.

Wordless Wednesday #3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 15 May 2013 09:20:00 +0000

Zentangle!

Enjoyable, easy & relaxing! Try it!

Selamat Pagi! Mari Sarapan Pagi! Sarapan yang Cepat, Ringkas & Mudah

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:03:00 +0000

Sarapan pagi sangat penting kerana memberi tenaga & stamina kepada badan kita. Kadang kala teragak-agak juga berfikir nak makan apa. Ada orang yang tak kisah sangat; Yang penting dapat alas perut. Tapi ada kala teruja juga nak makan benda lain; Itu memang tidak dinafikan. Tiap hari makan makanan yang sama tentu bosan juga. Ada masa tak selera dengan makanan yang dibeli dari kedai. Ada masa perasaan 'Malas' nak buat sarapan pagi sendiri. Bagi yang ada keluarga terpaksalah menyediakan makanan; nanti lapar pula orang di rumah. Menyediakan makanan terutama pada waktu pagi agak susah bagi yang bekerja kerana terkejar-kejar dengan masa.

Gambar-gambar sarapan pagi ini sangat ringkas dan mudah disediakan. Saya sebenarnya jarang bersarapan, paling penting & utama 'coffee', yang lain saya tak kisah sangat. Tapi sekali-sekala datang mood rajin buat jugalah.

Gambar di atas adalah mee segera (Mee Cintan Pedas) dan ditambah dengan Tuna Cili dalam tin.

Gambar di bawah pula lagi ringkas, biskut kosong yang rangup, kepingan keju & letak sedikit tuna di atasnya. Sungguh mudah bukan?

Selamat bersarapan!

Mulakan hari anda dengan senyuman penuh kesyukuran!

KK's Sweetest Mum at PIHex 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:25:00 +0000

KK's Sweetest Mum at PIHex 2013

This is Ceilla. We used to be in the same class; If I remembered correctly during Primary Five & Six. We went to St. Edmund Primary School in Kota Belud, Sabah. Last I saw her after our UPSR examination before she left for England. We lost contact, never thought of seeing each other again. Years went by, and thanks to the advance technology, we've got connected through online. God's will; after 20 years we met again during my cousin's wedding reception & the friendship remains.

She is blessed with three beautiful & intelligent children. An educated and highly qualified but she opted to be a full-time mother. The noblest job in the universe even money can't buy; The most challenging career ever 'Mother'.

She never aged, beautiful and sweet as always. Frankly speaking I'm blessed with beautiful and supportive good friends, hopefully I've the chance to write about each of them someday.

Shooting for fun and to her surprised the picture was selected to run for a contest. I would say, she deserve to be selected as the 'sweetest mum' in town. This beautiful portrait was taken by www.louispang.com a renown wedding photographer who has won numerous international awards.

Dear readers, I would appreciate and honour if you could spare few minutes of your time to click this link KK's Sweetest Mum at PIHex 2013 and click the 'Like' icon from the Facebook. Thanking all of you in advance for your support. Have a nice day!

NOTE: The writer is not taking any credits nor benefits. Just a support for a dear friend!

Come! Let's enjoy Bakso

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:21:00 +0000

I was asked whether I want it to be spicy? I nodded.
The result; It was burning hot....Fuuhhhh.......

I had Bakso for tonight's dinner. Packed from a nearby neighbourhood 'Warong' (food stall) run by a Javanese family. They've been residing in Malaysia over 20 years but the taste is still very Indonesian.

Bakso is a speciality originated from Indonesia. Usually it is served in a bowl of beef broth with noodles with shredded cabbage. The name Bakso originated from bak-so (bah-so), Hokkien pronunciation for 'shredded meat'. Nowadays, one can find Bakso everywhere not only in Indonesia but throughout ASEAN countries especially Malaysia.

Burpp, excuse me! I'm full now & have had enjoyed my Bakso *-*

Wherever you are; Wish you a wonderful day & pleasant evening. Ciao!

Wordless Wednesday #2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:50:00 +0000

"Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment.

We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."

~ Nelson Mandela ~

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"Failures are divided into two classes - those who thought and never did, and those who did and never thought."

~ John Charles Salak ~

BookXcess Bookstore

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:23:00 +0000

Note: This review is written based on the writer's experience and point of view.

Last Friday I was at the BookXcess bookshop located in Amcorp Mall, Petaling Jaya; My favourite bookshop for hunting books. A great place for die-hard bookworms to feed their mind and souls for the sake of reading. Even though technologies has improved tremendously whereby one can always subscribe and read from the e-book but I still longed for a book. I enjoyed the feel of holding a book and flipping its pages till the final chapter and get excited with the verdict.

The outlet is spacious and one can spend hours in there to select and read their books. Some books are sealed but you can always ask from the service counter for a browsing copy. I don't fit in a bookworm category but still I can spend many hours in there. The fact, spending 6 hours in there is not enough.

BookXcess offers a reasonable and affordable price for all its book ranges from children to young adult up to adult. As you enter the outlet you feel as if you are in the midst of shopping for a clearance sale. Well, books in Malaysia is considered expensive; Can't blame our society when they read less. Reading habits need to be nurtured at a very young age and start as early as possible.

To encourage readers, they offer membership programme and sometimes promotion where you'll get a further discount or voucher. How can one resist a further discounted price?

Being a bookstore that caters stocks print overruns, you will not get every latest publishing or edition and chances you will not get what you are looking for. But if you are lucky enough you will be surprised with your finding. The quality of the books offered equivalent with other outlets. They replenish their stocks fortnightly and sometimes almost every week. One can always monitor new titles from their Facebook fan page. You can either communicate directly on their wall or contact their outlet for a book title. Their response time is prompt & efficient and the staff are helpful. Klang Valley residents are lucky to have a store that offers great books at a great price!

The recent book hunting was a great satisfaction. Can't resist myself but to share the catch. Do enjoy the pictures of the books purchased.

Do not be surprised.
I am popup book collector.
3D 'Snow White' & 'Popigami'.

An interactive 3D story book.
'Snow White'

You will be fascinated with its contents.
Popup books 'Journey to the Moon' & 'PopVille'.

'Popville' shows a development of a city.

The picture shows it all.
'Popville'

Picture of 'Popville' taken from different angle.

Who says big girl don't like comics?
Popup book 'Frankenstein' & 'Dracula'

Worth of purchase for craft enthusiasts.
These books offer a great idea of card making.

Don't just eat them!

Sometimes we need to learn the food we eat.

As you can see the page tells about apples.

An interesting book about food & look at the price tag.

How could I resist Cecelia Ahern?
The daughter of a former Ireland Prime Minister & also a great author.
Been reading & watched 'P.S. I Love You' & finally decided to get one for my collection.
'The Book of Tomorrow' a must read novel.

Indulging myself with novels.

Another 3D book for collection.

One of the page from 'Enchanted Dolls' House Wedding'.

Look what I found! Great stuff for crafting.

Make Your Own Candle Holder

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:48:00 +0000

Flee market is one of my favourite spot; They offer many things which I found them unique & sometimes to the extend vintage items, something an ordinary stores don't offer. Its a great place to get a glimpse of an idea too. I saw a candle holder sold at a flee market; it's very nice. So the idea of making one just explode.... I have an empty tea container which I think just perfect for a candle holder. It's simple and fun to make. Here are few pictures on how I transform an unwanted container to a candle holder. Have fun; And you can try to make your own too!

This is the empty tea container I mentioned about.
Made of thick hard cardboard.

Peeled off the cover.
Use sharp circle cutter to create holes around it.

I used poster colour to paint the outer container.
I chose orange, black & white.
You can use any materials or technique to decorate as desire.

Finished look. Purposely smeared the paint.

The other side view.

Now it's ready to use.

Enjoy your evening with your own made candle holder.
Perhaps a romantic candle light dinner at your patio *-*

Wordless Wednesday

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 01 May 2013 07:42:00 +0000

I walked with my two feet;

I stopped, I turned, I looked, I smiled;

For the memories is not to be forgotten;

And, I am blessed to have experience of its beauty.

Thank you for the laughter;

Thank you for the joy;

Thank you for everything;

Thank you for the beautiful memories.

I love you!

Happy Wednesday! Have a nice day *-*

Bookmark & Cover from Handmade Paper

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:01:00 +0000

Made few bookmarks & cover for the post-it-pad from handmade paper. Simply for the fun of it. Here are pictures of the finished product which might give you some ideas on how to utilise your paper. Have a nice weekend & happy crafting. Ciao!

Post-it-pad cover. Front view. A combination of handmade paper & marbling paper.
Embellished with rosette & shell on top of it.

Back view. Ignore the smeared paint.
I was too ambitious, added too much paint while making it.

Another version of post-it-pad cover.
Instead of rosette, I used colourful string and ribbon.

Back view. Marbling art.

Bookmark front & back view.

I want something different. This is how it turns out.

Front & back view.

Other Links:

Decorative Paper

Decorative Paper Make Over

Coloured Homemade Paper

Paper Marbling Art

Vietnamese Spring Rolls

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:04:00 +0000

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to learn to make Goi Cuon or Vietnamese spring salad roll from a Vietnamese friend. A little bit about Vietnam; Yes..... a country located on IndoChina Peninsular in Southeast Asia is bordered by China to the north, Laos to the northwest and Cambodia to the southwest. Its traditional cuisine features a combination of spicy, sour, bitter, salty and sweet, and its traditional cooking is known for its fresh ingredients consists lots of vegetables and herbs. Common ingredients on Vietnamese recipes and to most Southeast Asia countries use lemongrass, ginger, mint, bird's eye chilli (cili padi), lime and herbs.

Goi Cuon (Southern dialect) or Nem Cuan (Northern dialect) is also known as salad roll or summer roll. A traditional dish consists either meat or prawn or fish wrapped in banh trang (rice paper) with other fresh ingredients such as vegetables, basil leaves, mint leaves and sometimes with rice vermicelli. They are served fresh in a room temperature with accompaniment of dipping sauce but some prefer with peanut sauce. I will show you my version of dipping sauce which I learned from my friend. The fresh spring rolls is also great choice as an appetizer.

Here are the steps of making Vietnamese Spring Rolls:

For its filing, I used:

Clockwise Top: Basil leaves, Chives (Kicai), Lettuce, Japanese Cucumber, Carrot, Mint Leaves

I used this brand. Bought this from Giant Supermarket. It comes in 2 sizes; I chose medium.
Vietnamese Rice Paper is made of rice flour, water & salt.

If you are beginner need not worry. It comes with instruction behind the package.
Complimented with nutrition fact too *-*....wink! wink!

This is how it looks!

Prepare a bowl of hot water. Dip the spring roll's skin into hot water. Please note, do not overdo! Else it'll get soggy. I dipped more or less 30 seconds or until it is soft.

Once soft remove it from the bowl then place it flat on the plate.

Now it's time to place the filling. Arrange as desired. Added in lettuce, cucumber, carrot, basil & mint.
Just vegetables.

If you don't fancy 'just vege'; You can add either meat or seafood.
Here I added fried chicken (Pssst...grabbed the chicken from KFC ; asked for chicken breast)
Removed the skin then sliced the meat. Easy as it is *-*

Fold the skin from the bottom.

Flipped the side then roll it! There you go babe!!!
I want something 'sexy' so left the top naked!
Took the chive, tied around the spring roll.

For its dipping sauce:

A cup of water (alternatively you can use fresh coconut juice), 5 spoonfuls of fish sauce,
4 spoonfuls of vinegar & 5 packets of sugar.

Simmer; Bring it to the boil. Once done leave the sauce to cool.
You can keep the balance in the fridge and consume the following day.

While waiting for the sauce to cool; chop garlic, bird's eye chilli, red chilli (de-seed)
& prepare some lime juice

Once cool take a few spoon of the sauce and mix with the chopped garlic, chilli & lime juice.
Stir well & it's ready to serve.

Enjoying Sunday evening with crispy & fresh summer rolls.
One vegetarian & one with KFC skinless chicken (^-*)
Loving the crisps sound while munching....crisp, crisp, crisp, yummy!!!
Try it!

I learn something new everyday / Fun reading:

Nutrition and You

Better Homes and Gardens

Produce Oasis

Vietnam Travel & Living Guide

Wikipedia - Vietnamese Cuisine

Top 10 Features from Pin It Monday Hop#3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:54:00 +0000

Top 10 Features from Pin It Monday Hop#3

What a great weekend! My post DIY Bi-Coloured Roses was featured Top 10 in Pin It Monday Hop#3 hosted by Judy of Pursuit of Functional Home

I highly recommend you to visit and join Judy's website. She shares plenty of interesting ideas, tips, DIYs and lots more. You'll have fun browsing her entries.

Happy Saturday & a wonderful weekend!

Let's Eat (Jom Makan)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:55:00 +0000

These are some pictures of food taken everywhere; Forgotten where I've taken them. But I remember what I'd eaten. Trying every bits and pieces of it. Food....Yes! I enjoy food. Too many to share; I've selected few for today's post.

Enjoy!

Simple fried noodle served with crackers and fried egg.

Bakso (meatball commonly made of beef)
served in a beef broth with rice vermicelli.

Satay Lilit
(mixture of minced chicken or fish with spices
mould around a lemon grass and grill over charcoal until golden brown)

I am a mushroom fanatic!
Stir fried mushroom with olive oil.

Vegetarian pizza served on a chopping board.
Loads of sliced pineapple, capsicum, papaya, squash, olives, topped with melted cheese.

Fried glass noodle with fresh seafood.

Would you like to have some dessert ma'am? Sir?

Chocolate Mochi

Am fond of cupcakes!!!

Lemon grass jelly.
Not bad though!

Coconut pudding.
Garnished with a tiny slice of strawberry.
Hmmmph...not generous at all. Luckily tasted good!

Enjoying tropical fruits.
Fruit is good for your health!
Consists of banana, honey dew, watermelon and papaya.

What else to expect when cornflakes, rice crackers and raisins
poured into a mixture of melted butter with honey.
A friend of mind baked this! Super Yummy!!!

Sometimes it is nice to enjoy this fresh sweet cherry tomatoes alone!
Great alternative to junk food!!! Trust me *-*...

Handmade Bookmark (Buat Penanda Buku Sendiri)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 15:07:00 +0000

I had made some bookmarks from the balance of the polystyrene straps for my handmade coaster. Typical of myself to utilise & experimenting new things. The steps of making is pretty easy. You can try making one for yourself too. In less than an hour I managed to complete four bookmarks out of straps. Here are some picture on how to make your own bookmark. Great activity for your kids too!

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Saya telah menyiapkan beberapa penanda buku buatan sendiri. Ianya diperbuat dari lebihan pita pengikat untuk membuat alas minuman. Seperti biasa saya suka membuat dan mencuba sesuatu yang menarik perhatian. Membuat penanda buku sendiri sebenarnya amat mudah. Anda boleh mencubanya sendiri. Dalam masa kurang sejam saya dapat menyiapkan empat penanda buku. Di sini saya ingin berkongsi cara-cara membuat penanda buku. Ini juga merupakan aktiviti menarik untuk anak anda.

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Take 2 pieces of polystyrene strap.
(Ambil 2 keping pengikat polisterin.)

Apply hot glue on the polystyrene strap surface.
(Letakkan gam panas di atas permukaan pita polisterin.)

Take the other strap; Stick it on the glued surface.
(Ambil pita yang satu lagi; Lekatkan di atas pita yang bergam.)

I burnt the other end of the strap. This is to prevent cuts from the sharp edge.
(Hujung penanda buku dibakar. Ini mengelakkan daripada kecederaan terkena bucu tajam.)

The final look. Embellish as desired.
(Inilah hasilnya. Boleh dihias mengikut citarasa anda.)

Try it! Happy reading!
(Cubalah! Selamat membaca!)

Link to: Handmade Coaster (Buat Alas Minuman Sendiri)

Yama & J - Fusion Sushi Buffet, Jaya One, Petaling Jaya

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 09:05:00 +0000

I had an enjoyable dinner with my brother on Saturday at Yama & J - Fusion Sushi Buffet located at Jaya One, Petaling Jaya. We are suppose to meet up next week after my exam but then we changed our mind. Unplanned & last minute wondering where to eat; We decided to try the newly open Japanese restaurant. We opted for buffet dinner at reasonable price of RM68.00++ (this is promotional rate). The promotion will last until Monday and after the period it will be at RM78.00++. Lunch buffet is available at RM48.00++; You can also order from their A La Carte menu. Enjoyed my meal so much & only managed to capture few pictures to share with my fellow blog readers. Have a good Sunday!

If you are fond of Sushi & Shasimi you might be interested to check this link

The Nibble - Great Food Finds - The Magazine About Specialty Foods

Menu & Operating Hours

Sushi coated with avocado sliced, garnished with carviar.

My choice of shashimi.
Sake (salmon), Maguro (tuna) & Hamachi (Yellowtail)

If you are a hardcore raw oyster this is something not to be missed.
Absolutely fresh!

Japanese Lasagna. Served hot, upon request.
Snow crab meat mix with avocado inside;
Topped with a baked layer of cream sheese & chef signature sauce.

A closer look at Japanese Lasagna.
If you are a small eater, I recommend you to share.

Baked Salmon. Served hot. Upon request.
Inside with snow crab, cream cheese & asparagus on top
with baked salmon with chef signature sauce.

Mango dessert served in a cocktail glass.
They used wasabi to stick the glass on a square dessert saucer.

Link to: Weekend Getaway - Pangkor Island

Blog Award

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:10:00 +0000

It's been a happy day especially receiving unexpected blog award from Suman Pandit. Thank you! Thank you my dear! For the courage & support.

Rules:

- thank the person who gave you the award

- put a link of her/his blog in your blog

- put in your blog the logo of the award

- give the award to 7 blogs with less than 50 members

- put links to this blog

- inform these people that they received the award

- write 7 thing (facts) about yourself

This award goes to:

* Kishley's Studio

* Warratahs Handmade Items and Photography

* Attis Pyssel

* DuiT handmade

* Kreatrends

* mariska's cards

* love lydia

About myself:

1) Blue is my favourite.

2) Everyday I learn new things.

3) I can spend hours in a supermarket without buying anything.

4) I dream of publishing a craft book.

5) I love pets especially cat.

6) I like reading.

Flowers

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 15:48:00 +0000

I am always fond of photography. These are some of my work which I've been keeping for sometimes. Pictures were taken every where. Personally I think it is best to share these photos with you instead of keeping them. Today's theme is flower. Unfortunately no homework was done to find some of the flowers name. Do enjoy these beautiful flowers! The most precious gift to human kind & nature!

The fact; It's a very tiny purple flower.

Can be found at:
Cuddlebug Cuties - Sunday Linky Party