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Last week I was so excited to share our Christmas Sweets & Treats series that I've partnered with Rodelle this holiday season! Our first recipe for Vanilla Cranberry Chocolate Chip Truffles was a huge hit with my family and readers too! Be sure to check it out if you haven't already (I'll link … [Read more...]
It wouldn't be Christmas without a beautifully decorated tree! It has taken me quite a few years to master the art of tree decorating; with two kids, we have had our fair share of adorable kid decorated trees! I am sure you know what I mean. The hodgepodge of ornaments and bare spots that tug at … [Read more...]
Can you hear those sleigh bells jingling? The countdown to Christmas is on and it is time to get your cards in the mail! Historically, I am a wait til the last possible second kind of Christmas card sender. This year things I have surprised myself as well as my loved ones by not only having great … [Read more...]
Shopping for the holiday can be such a challenge! We all generally want the same things, but wrapping up the gift of good health or a great night sleep? Is that possible? After exploring that thought, I am certain the ugly sweaters and gifts of perfume that I was considering will not cut it this … [Read more...]
Disclosure: Post sponsored by Mirum but all opinions are my own. The countdown to Christmas is on, and I am ready to decorate, bake, and celebrate my way through the season! I am making my list and checking it twice, now that I have the perfect gift in mind for a few people on my shopping list! … [Read more...]
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies®. As always, all opinions are my own. The holidays are here at last! I look forward to this time of year and really enjoy all the baking and treat making that goes along with Christmas. It's probably because one of my … [Read more...]
Peppermint, Almond, Chocolate and all those flavors that remind you of Christmas! Are you ready? With only a few weeks away until the Holidays are in full swing, we're starting to plan and even MAKE some of our favorite sweets that can be frozen and ready to dig into at the first family get … [Read more...]
Can you believe that Christmas is only a few weeks away?! To be honest, we have our first get together with family in November so it's even sooner for us! One of my favorite parts of the holidays is the food. Of course! I mean, there's just nothing better than all those yummy comfort foods that … [Read more...]
I had so much fun this year throwing a little Elf on the Shelf Welcome Breakfast for my niece and nephew! If you didn't see the party head over and check it out HERE for all the details. It was a blast! I thought I would put together a helpful little post with all the items I used this year for … [Read more...]
Disclosure: I partnered with Pear Tree Greetings for this post. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. Last year I partnered with Pear Tree Greetings for my Christmas cards and I was blown away by the quality of them so of course I turned to them this year again to create a gorgeous holiday … [Read more...]
Hey, guys! Can you believe that Thanksgiving is over? It's really been a crazy and quick fall into winter for us. We actually had our Thanksgiving and Christmas together with my hubby's side of the family last weekend and I had the chance to introduce Elf on the Shelf to my adorable little niece … [Read more...]
Hey, guys! I'm so excited to share a Christmas decorating post with you. That's right, I have my tree up already! I'm one of those people who put my tree up as early as I can so that I can enjoy it for as long as possible. This year I found this gorgeous tree from Bellecor that I wanted to share … [Read more...]
This post may contain affiliate links I'm so excited to share these simple White Marshmallow Christmas Tree Pop with you today! These are so cute and easy to make, you could even make them with your kiddos this Holiday season! My boys thought these were so cool and even wanted to give them as … [Read more...]
Wine Cork Snowman Ornament If you have a wine cork, you have what you need to make this frugal and festive snowman ornament. Take a peek at how you can craft your own using a wine cork and a few other common crafting supplies. The end result is a sweet and simple ornament perfect for your own … [Read more...]
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Staples. Recently I was asked to take the Staples #HandmadeHolidays Craft Challenge where I could create a new craft using anything from their store. As most of you know, I'm more of a baker than a crafter so I actually was a little panicked with this … [Read more...]
Chocolate lollipops are a simple and fun treat, they are great to pass out at a class Christmas party, to neighbors, friends, or even a sweet snack at the office party. They are pretty simple to make too and can be flavored and decorated in a variety of ways. While melting and molding chocolate … [Read more...]
