The Elf on the Shelf is a holiday tradition that’s here to stay, and my family is so excited for him to arrive this year! I’m super excited to share a new touch on my Elf-madness, Oriental Trading Company, who sponsored this post, is carrying a complete line of products that are Elf on the …
There’s fun to be had when wine and women get together. Add a fun fall craft and you’ve got yourself a soiree! An AdornIt Fall Crafting Soiree, in this case! In September, I was fortunate to be selected as an AdornIt “It Girl”. Basically, I’m an ambassador for this really fun shop that offers everything …
These cute Halloween dishes are customized, and you’ll never believe how simple it is to do this yourself. I received complimentary product from Create Ur Plate to help me with this post, but the designs and ideas, as always, are my own. Create Ur Plate has come up with an ingenious way to customize dishes …
Every year, we look forward to our annual trip to the pumpkin patch. It’s so much fun to go with our friends and enjoy rides, the petting zoo and take lots of pictures. After we’ve picked our pumpkins, of course we have to have a carving party! Oriental Trading Company provided me with Pumpkin Carving …
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When my friend Laura Kelly sent out a call for entries for her annual Popcorn Box Decorating Contest, I couldn’t wait to get started! Laura offers this fun opportunity each year in October; she sends out a variety of fun craft supplies from her favorite sponsors. Companies like Cost Plus World Market, Kunin Felt Group, and …
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Isn’t this the sweetest little keepsake box? I made it using supplies from AdornIt, Laura Kelly Designs and Expo International. My supplies were provided to me at no charge, but the opinions, designs and images, as always, are my own. This cute box was made with a wood book shaped box with hinges that I …
Beat the heat with this refreshing Frozen Rose Wine Slushie! If you can boil water, you can make this simple treat; it’s elegant and super trendy. Enjoy at parties, in the pool, or just grilling in the backyard. Ingredients: 1 Bottle Rose Wine (inexpensive is fine for this recipe) 3 Tbsp. Cherry Man Cherry …
Lavender essence is an elegant and unexpected addition to many traditional recipes. I use this to enhance cocktails, desserts, and to make simple syrup. Be sure to use only organic, culinary grade lavender buds. Lavender Essence 1 cup organic culinary grade lavender flowers 2 cups water Bring water to boil, and add the lavender buds. …
Summer is here, and with it comes the Fourth of July. This is a favorite holiday on our block. We’re super lucky to live on a street with awesome neighbors; together, we all have nearly thirty children! For the holiday, the families all gather right out in the street. We pull out our shade canopies, barbecues, and …
Perhaps you’ve seen these technicolor dream roses in the floral section at your supermarket; or maybe you’ve been the lucky recipient of these beauties. Maybe this is the first time you’ve seen one; in which case, I’m delighted to introduce you to the Carnival Rose. Carnival Roses are stunning to look at; they boast so …
There’s nothing quite as delicious, and nostalgic as homemade fruit jams, and this one is simple to make, with just a few ingredients. The completed jam boasts a beautiful, coral-pink color, and tastes delectable on toast, in baking recipes, mixed into beverages, and even as an accompaniment to roasted chicken or pork. Homemade fruit …
Ice cream fountain drinks are a cool way to beat the summer heat, and we’ve amped up your favorite classic soda-shop recipes, turning them into creative cocktails, with whipped cream and a cherry on top! Our first culinary concoction is a Cherry Lemon Fizz with Mango Sorbet. It’s a cool, refreshing glass of YUM! Trader …
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