Practical DIY for the busy woman
Meatball appetizers are a crowd-pleasing favorite for any occasion, whether it’s holiday parties, game days, picnics or pool parties.. These little bites of savory goodness are versatile and can be made in many different ways to suit any flavor profile. Using frozen meatballs makes for some easy appetizers, and taking the time for homemade meatballs Read More
This Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Recipe is unbelievably easy and the perfect way to celebrate birthdays and special occasions! Shop bought Great American cookies like these cost triple the amount. This one serves 20-30 people depending on how you cut it, so it is perfect for a big party with lots of friends. I like to Read More
I have put together a list for you of the best hot Christmas drinks for the holidays! As the cold weather approaches, the chill in the air invites us to cozy up with a warm, comforting hot beverage. I like to wrap up in my favorite blanket on cold days and look at the glistening Read More
How to find the best Christmas gift ideas for parents? This post is for you! Some people are so easy to shop for, like your kids! It doesn’t take a lot to figure out what their favorite things are and what they’d love for a great gift. Others can be tough to buy for! Read More
Oh my, this layered ho ho cake is unbeatable. One of my favorite treats is Hostess ho hos. There’s something about that rich chocolate ganache, thin layer as it may be!, covering the rich chocolate cake, wrapped around a cream filling. Makes for a yummy treat and throws me back into the school lunchroom days. Read More
Your Guide to the Best Play Kitchens Play kitchens are more than just toys—they’re a gateway to creativity, imagination, and even early learning. They allow kids to emulate what they see in real kitchens, experimenting with cooking, hosting, and even cleaning. But with so many options available, how do you choose the best play kitchen Read More
Macrame is coming back!! I’m sure you’ve noticed. I remember so many plant hangers on my Grandma’s back porch. I loved the look of macrame back then, and I love it now. These macrame plant hangers are so full of texture and style. It is a fun way to make a small space bright and Read More
The ‘best focaccia recipe ever’ is the BEST because it requires no kneading and only about 10 minutes of hands on time! How does that sound for this crusty on the outside, squishy on the inside, yummy bread? This bread is the perfect accompaniment to your favorite soup or chili! Or your favorite pasta meal. Read More
Tuna salad is a go to lunch for me every week! It’s loaded with protein and nutrients, budget friendly, diet friendly, AND my kids even love it! The amount of protein it contains makes it a very satisfying, yet low calorie and low carb, meal. It’s really great for days you need something to hold Read More
Think loaded baked potatoes turned into THE BEST appetizer ever! Crispy, cheesy Loaded Tater Tot Cups. It’s a great savory finger food that is incredibly easy to make. Bake the tater tots til crisp, then load them up with sour cream, bacon, cheese and chives…. just like a loaded baked potato! Making the Loaded Read More
How to make boxed brownies better was always something I wanted to experiment with! If you follow some of our recipes, you know we like to doctor up cake mixes for lots of different recipes. Surely the same can be done with a brownie mix. I have a favorite cookie made from a brownie mix, Read More
This DIY carpet cleaner concentrate will lift stains of pets, kids, coffee, soda, mud and all of the messes that run through our house day to day. Likely, you use some of these cleaning products regularly anyway… you just need small amounts of each one to make a gallon of concentrate. It is such a savings! You are going to Read More