Have you seen ledge shelves around at Ikea, Home Goods and just about any place that sells home decor? I have and I ♥love♥ them. They are so versatile and look wonderful with little picture frames and memorabilia perched on them. I want them....lots of them....but $$$$ is a bit of a problem so I...
Guests will love the rich and hearty combination of this unique and delicious sweet potato and apple soup. Perfect for holiday entertaining! Sweet Potato and Apple Soup and Some Fall Table Decor Ideas There is finally a chill in the air here in my part of the world and I am loving it. It's time...
Family meals are so important. I have read many studies and heard news reports about how family mealtime is an important part of the family experience. It's a time to talk, share and spend time together. Our family has almost every dinner together {waiting when necessary for everyone to be home at the same time}...
I love to cook and bake but I really hate to clean up. I don't have a dishwasher (unless you count me) and when I go on a cooking/baking and then I get totally overwhelmed and crabby....well, you get the picture....so, if I make something all in one pot/pan I am a very happy camper....
Easy to Make Mason Jar Planter - using an old jar! I have used Mason Jars for as long as I can remember for all sorts of 'stuff' ~ holding fresh cut flowers, ribbon, rubber bands, pencils, pens, silverware, etc., but never for a living plant. The other day I was out and saw these...
Giant Marconi peppers are a great ingredient to incorporate into your summer meal planning. Known for their large size, these versatile peppers boast a rich, sweet taste that suits various dishes. In this article, you'll discover a range of recipes including one of my favorites, an easy stuffed peppers recipe! From appetizers to main courses and everything...
I need new pots and pans...there....I said it. My cookware, for the most part, is an embarrassment but good cookware is really expensive so, I don't have it. I was over at my niece's house a few weeks ago. She has All-Clad. That stuff is amazing. I had never used it before but I have...
I love anything versatile....if I can use something for more than one purpose it makes my day and that's what I love about burlap. I usually have a burlap table runner on my dining room table no matter the time of year. It's the perfect backdrop for any setting and can easily be washed and...
I love chocolate chips....and muffins....and cupcakes...and when I have to, I love yogurt {like when my husband mentions that I should eat healthier...hence my love of CHOCOLATE CHIP YOGURT ~ I get around it anyway I possibly can}. A few weeks ago I was at the grocery store and saw something that caught my eye,...
I have a confession to make. A few Some Most of the clothes in my house are wrinkled. Yep. There. I said it. I wash, dry, fold and put away....but here's where the problem starts. We have NO ROOM in our house. Things are stuffed into drawers everywhere. My two younger boys share a bedroom....
Folding Furniture ~think grandma's card table and chairs, ironing boards and step stools just to name a few. You can find folding furniture for a steal at yard sales and thrift stores and take it up a few notches for next to nothing $$$$ cash-wise. I have a board filled with inspiration at Hometalk. I...
Garden Bench/Weight bench redo ~ less than $15.00 ~ trash to treasure Years ago I worked out with weights {when I say years I means y-e-a-r-s}. I loved it but soon there was no time in my life for that so I gave away all of the weights and kept the bench ~ I'm a...
Last week I took a look at my house...you know...one of those looks where you think, "Why in the world didn't I notice how ugly {fill in the blank} is?" I like to update the little things and sometimes just one little update can change the whole feel of a room or view and that's...
Layered beverages are a breeze to make. You can use any color combos you would like. There is only one rule to remember ~ whichever of your liquids contains the MOST sugar will sink to the bottom, the next most sugar will comprise your middle layer and the least amount of sugar will be your...
Teen Snacks - Is There Such a Thing?!?{YES} Snacks, Snacks, Snacks ~ it seems so easy when they're little. You buy something cute and tasty and they love it, but as they get older, well, tasty still cuts it but cute has become a thing of the past. Up until just recently I could get...
I love Independence Day and all that it represents ~ what a joy to have such a wonderful day to celebrate. I also love the flag and {almost} anything flag related. You can make this washi tape flag on almost any surface ~ glass, windows, walls or a chalkboard frame in under 3 minutes...I...
Save vacation memories with these beautiful Mason Jar Beach Photo Displays - perfect for coastal decor and a wonderful way to use the seashells the kids end up bringing home. One of my favorite days every summer is the day we go to the lake and spend the entire day just relaxing, watching the kids...
This Golden Oreo Dirt Pudding is one of my favorite no-bake summer desserts, and it has been since I first made it back when my boys were little. You know me - I'm always looking for a reason to bring something fun to the table, and this one delivers every time. Think creamy vanilla pudding...
How to Make Homemade Ice Cream with Coffee Creamer Summertime is the perfect time to try new recipes and ice cream is always one of my favorite treats to make. With all of the flavor options available from International Delight you can make homemade ice cream that perfectly fits your ID. White Chocolate Mocha is...
Father's Day is just hours away but it's not too late to make some great cards and gifts for Dad. I made this card using my Cricut and the Cricut Craft Room. This weekend they have several FREE templates for cards for Dad including this barbershop one ~ my husband has a collection of DE...
I love a good makeover ~ especially a good yard makeover {I even did my own here last year}. I recently curated a Before & After Yard Makeover Board for Hometalk and would love for you to check it out. There are front yard, backyard oasis, narrow side-yard, no-cost, shady-yard, terraced-hill and curb-appeal makeovers. I'll be adding...
Did you ever have an idea that just kept evolving? I bought several tote bags at a local craft store {Pat Catan's} last year for only 99 cents each. I like to use them for yard-sale and flea market shopping but they were just so plain I wanted to perk at least one of them...
I have a pair of pink tennis shoes that I have had for years. I honestly don't remember when I got them. I don't wear them every day. As a matter of fact I forgot I even had them until the rack in my closet broke {again....3rd time ~ too many clothes perhaps?}. I saw...
This past week was filled with crafting and baking fun for me ~ I started out the week with the Project Inspire{d} linky party ~ If you've never linked up I would love to have you stop by and share your posts Monday at 8 p.m. EST ~ It's a great party that I share with 4...
This simple to make moist banana bread recipe is one of my favorite sweet treats and a great way to use an overripe banana or two (or three!). It's a great classic banana bread recipe that I've been making for over 20 years and it never fails. It's always a toss-up whether to use overripe...
Today is the first day of the Mother's Day Blog Hop and I could hardly wait to share my post with you ~ It's a whole heapin' bunch of things I like. My Mom passed away over 20 years ago so thinking about what to give as a Mother's Day gift hasn't been something I've...
I have a recent love for all things avocado ~ I just can't get enough of them. I baked some cupcakes {vegan} that I'll be posting next week and was thinking about uses for the skins. I made a 3D Bunny and still had some skins left and after doing some research found that you...
I'm always on the lookout for quick and easy meals that are light and delicious and this recipe definitely fills the bill. With summer coming it's time for me to start adding more of these recipes to my meal rotation and Tyson was one of my first stops to find some inspiration. The original recipe called...
This is a post filled with color....and lots of fresh, squishy Peeps! This would be so cute for an Easter table display or on a buffet ~ I used some margarita glasses, filled them with little puffs of cotton candy and plopped some Peeps right into the center. I like symmetry and when things in...
I love avocados but to be honest with you, other than guacamole, I don't think I've ever thought too much about avocados ~ until now! I had the awesome opportunity to create something NOT food related with avocados. I started to do some research and found out just how amazing avocados are. I love avocados...
The It's a Spring Thing Blog Hop and Linky Party were so much fun ~ it was great to see the creations of the other wonderful bloggers involved as well as the fabulous creations of those who linked up! We had over 700 links ~ now that's one big party. These were the hop posts...
It's just a few days from Valentine's Day and thoughts of sweets for my sweeties are swirling in my head. I love to get flowers but I like to give tasty treats to my guys. Cupcakes are on the menu but for Valentine's Day there has to be candy and what better to make and...
{This is not a pretty project but it is a recycling project and I finally got to play with some funky Duct Tape} Do you use moisturizer and find yourself frustrated when you know there's a good amount left in the bottle but it won't 'pump out' anymore so then you remove the pump and...
Are you ready for a fun and functional makeover? My niece and her husband moved and asked me if I wanted their old coffee table....heck yes! The coffee table I had in my living room was a BIG square gallery table with glass and drawers which at one time was perfect for the room but...
I love decorating for Valentine's Day and banners and bunting are among my favorite items to decorate with. I have some banners from a few years ago that I never posted. These were made using scrapbook papers and ribbon. I used my Cricut to cut out the heart shapes and LOVE letters which I...
It's time for some Valentine's Day baked treats. Being a fan of baked goods and sweets one of my favorite parts of any holiday is that you can always bake something to celebrate it. I love cupcakes {of course I do...that's why this is Cupcakes and Crinoline} but I also really like whoopie pies; they...
Peeps, Peeps, Peeps ~ I love Peeps! You can make this Cute Christmas Wreath using Peeps, a wreath base, toothpicks and glue. 1. I broke toothpicks in half and poked the center portion (the less 'pointy' portion into my wreath) leaving the pointy ends to secure my Peep. 2. Before placing your Peep on the toothpicks,...
Make a lasting memory with your little ones easily and have it for Christmases to come. All you need is an ornament and some nontoxic craft paint ~ I used a round glass one but you could also use a plastic one. Choose a non-toxic paint in a complementary color. Now here's the hard part...
I was at Michael's and picked up these cute little Christmas Bulbs from the dollar bin. I bought two packages and wasn't sure what I was going to use them for but thought I could use them for something. I put some pink glitter on some. And then, I had some laying in a little heap on...
This time of year I seem to be in a constant state of 'frazzle' and mealtime is a challenge. In an effort to keep things healthy, convenient and tasty I bought Lean Cuisine Asian Flavor 6-packs from Sam's Club {My shopping story can be found on G+ here} added some Chicken Potstickers and whipped up...
The kids and I made an easy {last minute} Thankful Wreath for the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday. It only took us 15 minutes and I love the way it turned out. Materials needed: Fabric ~ I used a fat-quarter Styrofoam wreath Thumbtacks Construction Paper Marker/Sharpie/Crayons/Pens {whatever you wish} 1. I started by ironing my...
Pilgrim Hat Crayon Holder Today I have a 'first-time' guest poster ~Little M. My little guy wanted to share an easy to make Thanksgiving Craft for kids. This little Pilgrim Hat Crayon Holde is perfect for the kids table ~ M has a lot of experience with eating at the kids table, he's still hanging...
