Fruity Marshmallow Rice Krispy Treats & Barbie Tunic from Ribbon

I saw a bag of pastel colored fruit flavored mini marshmallows at Dollar Tree and was curious to see how they'd taste in these Fruity Rice Krispie Treats. Turns out, pretty darn good:@) I made a half batch and just opted to add a few to the top so everyone would know these aren't the standard krispy treats. If you happen upon a bag and want to try something a little different, stir up a batch folks, the kids will love them!

Recipe easily cut in half.

Had to make some all pink too:@)

The marshmallows:

This one shoulder tunic top for Barbie couldn't be easier and can be made in any color or design. Here I've used a green buffalo check because, well, it's what I had on hand, Barbie says buffalo check is still very much on trend:@) The top comes together in a minute and is another addition to my no-hem label of ideas. It's intended to be worn over leggins or very skinny jeans. The side ties can be anything you have on hand, thin ribbon, yarn, or even just held in place with a doll belt you already have. I used yarn. I'm calling this a no-sew project because all we really need to do is poke the yarn through the side of the ribbon. Using a 2 1/2" wired ribbon helps give the sides a seam and some structure. 

The side view:

The top takes less than 10" of ribbon.

You'll get at least 10 tops from one 2.5 yard roll,

making this a great birthday party or sleepover craft.

And the back:

✂What I did:

1. Cut bottom of ribbon with pinking shears if you have them. Or you can fold bottom of ribbon over and glue to inside so it doesn't fray. Or wired ribbon can be folded and run your nail over the crease to help it stay in place.
2. Hold ribbon to front of doll, make it as long as you'd like for the front of the tunic.
3. Pinch and twist the ribbon at the shoulder and drape down the doll's back. Cut ribbon, leave a little extra to fold up and glue if you don't have pinking shears.
4. Run piece of yarn through each side at the waist. Use either a large sewing needle, or poke/cut ~very small~ hole to push yarn through. I poked a small crochet hook through the ribbon and used the hook to pull the yarn back through the hole. Cut a long enough piece of yarn to tie each side into a little bow.
5. Wa-la, one tunic top for Barbie! Now you can head to Dollar Tree because your girl will want a few more in different colors and for each holiday😎 

Every once in a while we like to channel our inner Jennifer Lopez (diamond mesh halter top here)... We all know she works very hard for her toned body, and isn't afraid to show it off. So I thought we'd make a dressier version, a mini dress with lots of gold bling😉 Oh I don't know, maybe a dress fit for a Big Movie premier???

Ooh la-la...

Very fancy indeed😉

Because I wanted the gold to show on each side I didn't twist this one at the shoulder. I tied it together with some yarn and made sure to show the tinsel trim.

We have another no-hem tunic top here:

Fruity Marshmallow Rice Krispy Treats
4 Tblsp butter
10 oz mini marshmallows
1 tsp vanilla
6 C rice krispy cereal

1. In large pan, melt butter and marshmallows over low heat, stirring often.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
3. Stir in cereal, coat well with melted marshmallows. 
4. Press into a parchment lined 9x5 loaf pan. Flatten top by pressing it down with another piece of parchment.
5. Add more marshmallows or sprinkles to top if desired.
6. Allow to cool and set for an hour. Cut into pieces and serve.

Make something just for fun and have a happy day:@)