HOUSEWARMING GIFT IDEA The excitement you feel as a new home owner is so memorable! I remember when my husband and I, and at the time, 2 of our little ones, moved into a new house. Just about 15 min from where we previously lived, same town, etc… but it was a new Read More
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How I Styled My 2019 Winter Mantle
How I Styled My 2019 Winter Mantle I love changing up the mantle with the different seasons! I branched out this year and did something a little different from my normal completely rustic mantle scape and I’m so pleased with how it turned out! My sister made these adorable white yarn-wrapped trees and I love Read More
How to Cook Rice in the Microwave
Want rice that turns out perfectly every single time? This easy way to cook rice in the microwave yields rice that is fluffy and clump free. It’s so simple to do and a great time saver for an easy dinner! HOW TO COOK RICE IN THE MICROWAVE and it turns out perfectly every time! Read More
10 Tips for Moms of Picky Eaters {from a mom}
10 Tips for Moms of Picky Eaters {from a mom} Do you have picky eaters at your house? If you have kids that only want to eat pasta and chicken nuggets at every meal, it is stressful wondering if they’re getting enough nutrition! Should I force vegetables into my kids’ mouths? Should I stand my Read More
Super-Simple Flat-Roasted Chicken
Super-Simple Flat-Roasted Chicken Whenever we have roasted chicken, I can count on my four kids coming into the kitchen saying, “Come on! Mom’s butchering the chicken! Come see!” Well, to them, it might look like an intense butchering job, but it’s really only a couple cuts with my kitchen shears and a good push on Read More
How to Style Floating Shelves for Christmas
How to Style Floating Shelves for Christmas {Tips for styling on a budget} Sometimes it can be hard to put things together on floating shelves that look stylish while not costing a fortune! My sisters and I have always considered it FUN to find ways to cut costs by DIY-ing or thrifting (clothes, decor, gifts, Read More
No-Sew DIY Burlap Roses
No-Sew DIY Burlap Roses Burlap is so trendy in the fall, but I love using it (especially in these DIY burlap roses!) anytime of the year! They’re so practical and timeless. If you’re using them in a wreath, just add different ribbons and secondary flowers for the season! These are also beautiful in a Read More
How to Make Fabric Rosettes
I have looked all over and I can’t seem to find a tutorial on how to make fabric rosettes that look like these! I’ve been making these rosettes for a long time – we sell American Girl doll dresses on our Etsy shop and one of the dresses we make has these adorable flowers around Read More
How to Make A Wedding Backdrop
Need some ideas to create a GORGEOUS shower for a GORGEOUS bride? Learn how to make your own DIY tulle wedding backdrop to use as wedding or shower decoration. This simple tutorial will teach you how to create a stunning backdrop with a gorgeous floral top and shimmering lights!! This budget friendly, gorgeous DIY Backdrop Read More
Reversible Pallet Sign (Easy!)
This reversible pallet sign is an easy project for anyone! You don’t need any special skills to build this! Reversible Pallet Sign I love making pallet signs! One of my first blog posts ever was a DIY Pallet Sign that still hangs in my house today! If you want your sign to look Read More
9 Packing Hacks That Will Save You Space
As a frequent traveler, I have found a few tips and tricks that help me when packing and I thought I would share them with you. These tips for packing always help me conserve space and save time when I am traveling! 9 PACKING HACKS THAT WILL SAVE YOU SPACE Before you head out on Read More
Aldi’s Top Products and Why I Like To Shop There!
Aldi’s Top Products and Why I Like To Shop There! Several weeks ago, we asked our readers what their favorite things to buy at Aldi are, and we got a great response! I know if you are new to shopping at Aldi, you may feel like you’re not sure what to buy, what products have Read More