Shredding Chicken hasn't been so easy!

I learned a little tip (again, not sure where I heard this) a few months ago that I would LOVE to share......for those of you with mixers, especially kitchen aid mixers, shredding chicken couldn't be easier. 

I just poached my chicken, then add to the mixer let it "shred" the chicken for about 5 minutes and ....there you go.  Shredded chicken.  I have not tried it for shredding pork or beef, but if the pieces are the right size, I can't imagine there would be any problems! 

Chicken Wire Display

Time to make the project:  10-15 minutes.

Recently, I went to Hot Sam's to find some items for my newest project.  I always say this, but I LOVE the chickens roaming around the property.  I just went on Saturday where everytime I get lost in the moment there.   I forget about everything and everyone and just begin to look.  Today I got two frames and the end of an iron rake.  The rake will be used for a future project, but the first frame I decided I would try something really EASY and QUICK!

I saw this idea at a store displaying their merchandise, but I thought I would be something I could do for my house to post pictures, notes or ideas.  With my ADHD reputation, I am pleased with this project and how quickly it came together.  Sometimes you just need a quick result from a project to keep you motivated to do more!

For this project you will need:

- Large frame to your liking.
- Chicken wire
- Clothes Pins
- Tool to cut the wire
- Staple Gun
- Glove to protect your hands from getting cut (optional)
- Goggles to protect your eyes from getting dinged from the wire (optional)

I found my frame with worn paint on it and decided to keep it the way it was. It would almost be a sin to paint over the beautiful natural wear.

Then, I placed my chicken wire over the back to get a measurement and cut the wire to the size of the frame.  I used the outer portion just so I had some extra room to work with.

Starting in the middle of the frame, I used the staple gun to secure the chicken wire to the frame.  As a tip, once one side is secure move to the opposite side and pull each area slightly while you are stapling that side.  It will help the wire to stay flat instead of appearing "wavy."

I then trimmed the edges of the chicken wire.  Be careful to cover your eyes with protection.  A few times the wire flew up to my face after I had cut the little pieces.

Then, you have a finished project.

Hot Sams!

The fall of last year, my photography club took a trip to Hot Sams Antiques down about 25 minutes from where I live.  The eclectic collection of items they hae acquired is amazing.  Along with the typical antique finds you may discover, their property has been staged for so many photo opportunities.  The owners love to use their creativity to draw their customers in and they are so friendly to everyone who visits.

Given the opportunity to see this place, I took some photos you all might enjoy to understand what kind of a gem this sort of place can be to those who like to re-purpose or refurbish.

I believe most everything you see you can make an offer on...with that said, I am not sure if the large items are for sale....

Mind you, this is Minnesota, not that many sandy beaches for VW buses to park! 

I almost bought the chicken, but I just couldn't take him from the REAL chickens that were roaming around the property....... yes, they have ducks and live chickens that roam around.  My first encounter I freaked out because there were about ten of them herding themselves up the walkway and caught me by surprise!

So many things, and so many inspirations!

Hot Sams' will be a new go to place when I want to find things for my projects!!! So excited!

Regards and blessings!

Jenn