Look What Punky Found: Hello My Name Is

Everyone has seen those red 'HELLO my name is' name tag stickers at parties, meetings, conferences, etc. In fact, you can buy them at any office supply store, but artists on Etsy offer some interesting variations on this ubiquitous red sticker.

CoconutRobot etches these fun custom tags on wood using the font of your choice, or even your own handwriting! The back can be personalized just like the front or with contact information, making it perfect for luggage, backpacks, lunch bags, or kids and their stuff. 

Wooden 'HELLO my name is' Tag by CoconutRobot

These 'HELLO my name is' pin back buttons by MisoMonkey would liven up any party or gathering. Imagine an office or family party...all the hilarious names, phrases, and inside jokes that could be written and then wiped off.

'HELLO my name is' Flair Pins by MisoMonkey

Because I love letterpress, I think these tags are super cool in their simplicity. Similar to the buttons, they'd be fun at a party or get together, but could be used for labeling various things. Think foods at a potluck or items at a craft show.

'HELLO! MY NAME IS:' Retro Style Letterpress Name Tags by ThreeStepsAhead

One of the coolest takes on the 'HELLO my name is' sticker is this 'HELLO THE WI-FI PASSWORD IS' sign by ScissorMill. Oftentimes, it's the first question people ask when they walk into your house/office/whatever. Maybe displaying it with this fun sign might reduce the number of times you get asked?

HELLO my name is Wifi Password Display Sign by ScissorMill

Don't forget to check out our sterling silver Tattle Tales Write On/Wipe Off 'HELLO my name is' Necklace. It comes with a kit including everything you need to change you name/joke/message as often as you'd like.

Tattle Tales Write On/Wipe Off 'HELLO my name is' Necklace by Punky Jane

Look What Punky Found: Hand Lettered Paper Goods

I'm truly in awe of those who can create beautiful hand lettering. The talent, time, and patience are amazing! As a typography lover, I find the combination of hand lettering and typography even more inspiring. Emily of EmDashPaperCo (EmDash...love the typography reference), has created some truly amazing bookmarks, stamps, stickers, and stationery with her modern calligraphy.

Bookmark // Reading is a Discount Ticket to Everywhere by EmDashPaperCo

Bookmarks by EmDashPaperCo

We have a couple of book lovers in my house, so these bookmarks really stood out. I'm sure they'd be well appreciated! That being said, book lovers can be territorial about their books, so Emily's 'Dont Steal It' stamp would be an even bigger hit.

Don't Steal It Stamp by EmDashPaperCo

Are you a big reader? Read anything good lately? Any recommendations?



Be sure to check out:
EmDashPaperCo on Etsy
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Pumpkin Donuts? Yes, Please!

Saturday morning means a family breakfast. Not that feed-the-kids-get-them-to-school-and-then-fend-for-yourself kind of start to the day.

And today called for something new...not the same standbys I usually count on.

Donuts! Fortunately, my inner dialog talked me out of a quick run to our local donut shop and into trying that cute little donut maker hiding in the cupboard.

I spent a few minutes Googling ideas and came across this wonderful recipe for Pumpkin Donuts. Found it over at www.bunsinmyoven.com. Turns out Karly at Buns in my Oven (not the baby kind) has a ton of great recipes and I'll be checking back often.



Pumpkin Donuts
[originally from Buns in my Oven]

• 2 cups all-purpose or white whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon cloves
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
          (Punky's Note: my first batch needed a little more milk...I used 1/2 cup)
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• Cinnamon and sugar, for rolling
• 1/2 cup butter, for dipping
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• If using a donut maker, turn it on to preheat. Otherwise, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease a donut pan or regular cookie sheet.
• In the bowl of your stand mixer, mix together the dry ingredients.
• Beat in the pumpkin, eggs, milk, and butter until well combined.
• Fit a pastry bag with a large tip and fill with the donut batter. Alternately, fill a large ziploc bag and snip off the end.
• Pipe into the donut maker, donut pan, or just pipe in circles on a greased cookie sheet. The dough is thick enough that it should stay in the general shape you pipe it in while in the oven.
• If using the donut maker, cook for about 3-5 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
• If using the oven, bake for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Cool on a wire rack.
• Melt the 1/2 cup of butter in a small dish and mix together cinnamon and sugar in a second dish for dipping.
• Dip the donuts in the butter and then the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
• Store in an air-tight container.

Get a great printable version over at www.bunsinmyoven.com, and check out the rest of her site...I bet you'll find something else to love!