I will have to admit, I’m a baby when it comes to heat. I LOVE summer but I hate to be hot. It’s partly because I have a condition (among others) called Hyperhidrosis that causes excesses sweating. Some people have excessive sweating under their arms or on their hands and feet. They literally have to…
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Farmhouse Inspired Christmas Tree – Dream Tree Challenge
It’s getting close to my favorite time of year… Christmas!! Every year it’s so fun to participate in the Michaels Dream Tree Challenge and this year has been EXTRA FUN! We gathered together as a family and crafted our Christmas tree together and it was so fun. From trees to ornaments and holiday décor, Michaels…
Preserving Inspiration in Indiana with Newell Brands Makers of Ball® Fresh Preserving Products
With a rich history of canning in my family, preserving the history of canning has become a new passion of mine. Come learn about what I learned on a quick visit Indiana with Newell Brands, makers of Ball® Fresh Preserving Products, a few weeks ago… This post brought to you by the folks at Newell…
Lighted Floral Swag | Perfect to Add a Little Romance to Any Room
I know the majority of the country is looking forward to a little Spring heading their way. There is nothing better than some early spring blooms to help you out of the winter doldrums, but, if you’re still knee deep in snow… They aren’t going to show up any time soon. That’s when the Floral…
I Will NEVER Go Grocery Shopping Again
Yep, it’s true! My days of grocery shopping are over and boy, I couldn’t be happier! This is my “yee haw, no more playing Frogger in the isles with other shoppers, no more wasted time wandering the store looking for items on my list, no more standing in line waiting to checkout while I’m in a rush!”…
Tips & Tricks to Finding Great Cookware + Bonus Shakshuka Recipe
Over the years, cooking has become quite a passion for me and I’ve become a bit of an accidental expert on cookware in the process. Nothing feels better than working on creating a meal for your family and then having them melt after taking their first bite. I have so many memories of my Mom…
Cinnamon Roll House Centerpiece
There is something truly magical about baking during the Christmas season. I have very fond memories in the kitchen with my family during the holidays making all kinds of goodies. Cookies, fudge, peanut brittle, my favorite cinnamon roll and all kinds of candies and goodies to pass out to friends and family. I loved to…
Pomegranate Chia Pudding Recipe // DAIRY-FREE
+ This Pomegranate Chia Pudding Recipe is brought to you by the lovely folks at SILK + Have you discovered a great Chia Pudding Recipe yet? It is seriously one of our family’s favorite breakfasts these days. The crazy thing is, I thought for sure my kiddos would want nothing to do with those “alien”…
Old World Charm Christmas Tree
+ This Old World Charm Christmas Tree post is brought to you by Michaels + A few years ago my family was lucky enough to spend the month of December in Germany and France. We fell in love with the way they celebrate Christmas in Europe. They keep it simple, natural and all about family….
The Silhouette Curio is HERE
Guys… The new Silhouette Curio is HERE!! I have a special discount just for you guys at the end of this post!! Back in May, I had the chance to travel to Hawaii for the Silhouette Summit where they announced a TON of new products. Linda from Craftaholics Anonymous and I with the CEO of…
Honey Pumpkin Yogurt Topping
+ This Honey Pumpkin Yogurt Topping post brought to you by Silk + I don’t know why this is, but the minute the kiddos head back to school I’m ready to head into the magic of fall. It just doesn’t seem right to continue to celebrate summer when there’s early bedtimes and homework to be…
Kitchen Marquee Sign with Heidi Swapp
+ Kitchen Marquee Sign post brought to you by Michaels Craft Stores + I am obsessed with marquee signs… I truly am. It started with this post back in July of 2013, my Designer Marquee Letters. Back in the day when marquee letters were rather elusive. Your options were to either pay a fortune for the…
Design Ingenuity with Decor Steals + GIVEAWAY
+ This Design Ingenuity post brought to you by Decor Steals + Oh my stars… I’m so excited to share a fun project that I’ve been working on! If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that I LOVE Decor Steals. My husband most likely wishes I didn’t love them so much. If you…
Dairy Free Chia Pudding
+ This Dairy Free Chia Pudding brought to you by my friends at Silk® + Not too long ago I started a trend at my house… We’ve all fallen in LOVE with the Overnight Cashew Milk Oatmeal and have become quite obsessed. My daughter Hannah has become our designated oatmeal prep girl and each night…
Orange Honey Butter Spread with Melt Organic
+ Orange Honey Butter Spread Recipe brought to you by Melt® Organic + This is one of my favorite culinary times of year… Citrus Season! I don’t know about you, but I love the oranges this time of year. They are like candy and I just can’t get enough of them. Which is probably good…
English Toffee Cinnamon Bun Sweet Cake + Easy Neighbor Gift
+ English Toffee Cinnamon Bun Sweet Cake post brought to you by Pillsbury Baking + We’re hitting crunch time friends! Christmas is about a week away. Have you figured out what you are giving your neighbors and friends this Christmas season? I have a super easy and super sweet gift idea for you… English Toffee…
Roasted Eggplant Dip Recipe
+ This Roasted Eggplant Dip Recipe brought to you by the folks at Pompeian + Last fall I went on a trip of a lifetime… I joined a handful of bloggers as we traveled to Israel for an amazing food tour called the Taste of Israel. I shared a little of my experience in my…
Spice Cookies with Holiday Nog Glaze Recipe
+ This Spice Cookie with Holiday Nog Glaze post is brought to you by the folks at Silk + There is nothing better to usher in the Holiday season than a good batch of Spice Cookies! My kiddos and I think that they are truly Christmas on a plate for sure… There is just something…
Roasted Grape Pork Chops with Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
+ This Roasted Grape Pork Chops with Twice Baked Potatoes post brought to you by the folks at Pompeian + Several years ago, when my sweetheart and I were first married, I decided to try and learn how to cook a really great meal for him. I did a bunch of research and found a…
Peppermint Almond Steamer with a Chocolate Twist
+ This Peppermint Almond Steamer post brought to you by Silk® Almond Milk + I LOVE it when the weather turns chilly… I can’t say that I’m totally in love with deep winter, but I sure love the turning of the seasons. I especially love the warm drink season for sure! There is really nothing…
How Target Store Pickup Changed My Life
Ok, you may think “changed my life” may be a stitch over stated, but Target Store Pickup truly has! It’s kind of funny, I get approached to write post like this all the time. Some fit into my normal life and I accept the gig, others aren’t something that I would use or participate in…
Brownie Ghosts
+ This spooky Brownie Ghosts are brought to you by Pillsbury Baking + I love the whimsey that this time of year brings. There is just something special about Halloween and all of the cool little treats you can make for your little ghouls and goblins. This super cute treat is so easy to make,…
Roasted Pork White Chili Recipe
Roasted Pork White Chili Recipe sponsored by Pompeian OlivExtra Premium Oh my stars… this is by far my favorite time of the year, SOUP season!! We finally had a super chilly weekend this weekend and it was a perfect time to ramp up my soup, stew & chili making skills. We have chili cook-off coming…
Lunching Awesome with Applegate HALF TIME™ Lunch Kits
You know, let’s face it. Life is busy. I don’t know why it needs to be this way… it just is. There are times when I feel I’m running around trying to keep things together, when in reality, I’m barely treading water. Now that we are back in school, it’s even worse. You wake up…
