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Wild about Penguins

July 14, 2009 By Spoonful of Sugar - 25 Comments

We received this sweet penguin brooch from Hayley at REread. If you aren’t familiar with this talented blogger you should head over to have a look at her blog and her etsy store. She turns tales into art by creating handmade brooches  from salvaged children’s books. Each piece in unique and individual – it is repurposing at its best! The Penguin brooch is beautifully made and was sent in a sweet envelope that had been made from a vintage book.  Hayley at  REread generously gives away a brooch each week. Thanks so much Hayley – we were delighted to win your penguin.

I have been doing lots of baking during the school holidays. One of my favourite recipes is baking these chocolate chip muffins –

Choc Chip Muffins

2 1/2 cups self raising flour

90 g butter, chopped

1 cup caster sugar

1 1/4 cups milk

1 egg, beaten lightly

1 cup choc chips

Preheat oven to 180 deg C. Put baking cases in muffin pan. Place flour in bowl and rub in butter. Stir in sugar, milk, egg, and choc chips until just combined. Divide mixture among baking cases. Bake for approx 20 minutes. 

Makes 12

Posted by Sarah

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  1. suzitee says

    July 14, 2009 at 6:32 pm

    Glad you are enjoying your holidays Sarah…it’s been perfect weather for baking! Your little brooch is so unusual…am off to check out her blog now. Thanks for the recipe too xxx

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  2. Sandi says

    July 14, 2009 at 6:34 pm

    Great brooch! Congrats! I bought a brooch at her stall (two weeks ago)at the BrisStyle markets. Mine is a heart shape and says ‘that was Duck’.
    Your muffins look yummy! One would go nicely with my cup of coffee. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Tania says

    July 14, 2009 at 6:37 pm

    I have a weekend of birthday-related baking ahead of me – the only question is – which of all your gorgeous recipes will I be using?!?!?

    Reply
  4. Cora says

    July 14, 2009 at 8:50 pm

    Oh that brooch is so cute. I’ll check out her site.

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  5. Handmade in Israel says

    July 14, 2009 at 11:22 pm

    Wow! You guys have been busy. I haven’t checked in for a few days and have missed so much! Those muffins look yummy. I will make them with my kids soon. Your recipes are always so tasy and yet kid friendly. Thanks!

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  6. Sandrine says

    July 15, 2009 at 1:08 am

    Yes I love Hayley’s brooch too, well done for winning this little penguin!Thanks for the muffins it is school holidays here too;)

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  7. jellybelly*jellybrain says

    July 15, 2009 at 1:20 am

    I swear I put weight on just reading your blog ladies!

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  8. Sew Useful Designs says

    July 15, 2009 at 3:14 am

    Hi Sarah!

    I agree, your penguin brooch is divine! Such a beautiful idea to recycle children’s books – which are often little works of art in their own right!

    As always, your baking looks mouth-watering! Lucky,lucky family of yours!!!!

    Enjoy your holidays sweetie!
    Hugs
    Vikki x

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  9. Michelle says

    July 15, 2009 at 3:14 am

    I have one of Hayley’s brooches and I adore it…
    It’s a little bird with the words “crossly” on it…
    Just perfect…
    Love the muffins!!!

    Reply
  10. Terriaw says

    July 15, 2009 at 5:13 am

    What a clever idea to use children’s books for those adorable brooches! Your muffins look yummy too! Looks like a fun day at your house!

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  11. Rumi says

    July 15, 2009 at 5:37 am

    I stopped at Hayley’s blog and she is wonderful! Your penguin brooch is adorable. Congrats for winning it!
    Yummy looking muffins too.

    Reply
  12. Maria Rose says

    July 15, 2009 at 7:58 am

    That brooch is really cute. I often find uses for old children’s books, but have never made a brooch. I will have to go check out her etsy site!

    Reply
  13. Henrysmomsmusings says

    July 15, 2009 at 9:29 am

    Beautiful brooch. Congratulations on winning.

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  14. em's scrapbag says

    July 15, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    Very cute broach. I just bought and hid from my kids a 10# bag of chocolate chips. I’ll have to try your recipe.

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  15. Jenny says

    July 15, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    Lovely penguin lovely looking muffins-aren’t school holidays the best!

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  16. Janellybelly says

    July 16, 2009 at 3:49 am

    Hi Sarah
    Your new brooch is fantastic, Rachel bought some brooches at Smiggle today.
    OOoo & another yummy recipe for the file, thank you!
    Janelle xx

    Reply
  17. Cheryl says

    July 16, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    That brooch is so cute!!! And what yummy looking muffins. Off to check out the blog!

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  18. Jaime says

    July 17, 2009 at 7:23 pm

    yummy! I can’t wait to try these out. Thanks!

    Reply
  19. A World in a PAN says

    July 18, 2009 at 11:10 pm

    What a lovely brooch!

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  20. Shannon says

    July 19, 2009 at 12:14 pm

    thanks for the link and for the recipe. so many clever, clever people in this world!

    Reply
  21. Heleen says

    July 19, 2009 at 1:30 pm

    lovely brooch! I have to check out her blog. your muffins look yummie!

    Reply
  22. shabbydreaming says

    July 19, 2009 at 6:27 pm

    yummo!! Im gonna try those muffins out!!!

    Reply
  23. GB says

    July 20, 2009 at 2:43 am

    Hmmm I have Brooch Envy!

    Reply
  24. Tracy says

    July 20, 2009 at 5:05 am

    Hayley’s art and shop are wonderful–thanks for spreading the word, Lisa. And just love your easy chocolate-y good muffins…YUM! Happy Day ((HUGS))

    Reply
  25. Gina says

    July 20, 2009 at 12:33 pm

    I’ve just got to stop by to get some of those delicious chocolate chip muffins, my favorite! I hope your summer is going well.

    Reply

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