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We recently added an awesome fire pit area to the side of our barn. It is a great space to hang out under the trees and twinkle lights and watch a movie on the projector screen. As you know, Fall is my favorite time of year and I couldn’t wait to get this area decorated […]
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Here is an easy Fall project for you that doesn’t cost a lot! These trees add a colorful pop on our front porch and at night they turn magical! HOW TO: Grab a planter or urn that you already have for the bases. Next we trimmed two tomato cages we already had to the height […]
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It’s time for my favorite project of the year! Our Halloween front porch! When Old Time Pottery asked me to do a Halloween porch three years ago I was a little nervous. I was afraid I couldn’t do it without it being tacky. It turned out to be one of my most popular posts ever! […]
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I started a YouTube channel! For my first video, I created this cute ghost vase and flower arrangement. Check out my tutorial below! Please subscribe to see new projects weekly! If you don’t have YouTube, here’s a quick summary of this DIY- I started by grabbing a white vase I already owned and I added […]
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Wow your guests with these lovely cherry cookies this Christmas. Their presentation says "fancy" but their recipe says "easy". Easy 'Mallow Cookies Ingredients 16 maraschino cherries with stems 1/3 cup marshmallow creme 1 tablespoon finely chopped maraschino cherries 32 vanilla wafer cookies 4 ounces vanilla-flavor candy coating Directions 1. Place maraschino cherries with stems […]
December 11, 2009
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This punch sounds so interesting to me. What do you think? I've never tried coffee in a punch! Great idea for holiday parties. Prep Time: 10 min Total Time: 10 min Makes: 30 servings, 1/2 cup each Ingredients 2 cups cold water 1 cup MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee, any variety 1/2 gal. (8 cups) […]
December 9, 2009
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This Friday is our group of friends' Thanksgiving potluck. The hosts are cooking the turkey and we are bringing side dishes. After searching for a tasty side dish, I've decided on this one. It's easy, I can make it the night before and it sounds delish! Au Gratin Potato Casserole Yield: Makes 10 to 12 servings Ingredients […]
November 18, 2009
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How do you feel about white chocolate? A lot of people I know are not huge fans. I happen to LOVE it! I will definitely be trying this recipe for white hot chocolate. What a great twist on the traditional. White Hot Chocolate Ingredients 3 cups half-and-half or light cream* 3/4 cup vanilla-flavor baking pieces […]
November 13, 2009
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Well my previous post got me searching for cranberry recipes. There are a ton of cranberry sauce and cranberry muffin recipes out there… but how many of you have ever used cranberries in your appetizers? Here a couple of yummy ones I've found so far…and of course the cocktails to go with them! (click titles for recipes) […]
November 10, 2009
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of FOOD! I don't know about you but this time of year always gets me excited about trying new recipes and sharing them with friends and family. You will probably be seeing a few more recipes than normal around here for the next two months. I promise, as always, they will be EASY. I have […]
November 4, 2009
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There is nothing like a hot beverage in cool weather to give you that warm and fuzzy feeling. Many new recipes are popping up for them I would like to try. This one sounds especially good to me. How could you go wrong with pomegranate and pineapple juice?! BONUS: the cinnamon and cloves simmering on your stove […]
