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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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I used to LOVE Jello Pudding Pops! I have not been able to find them in the grocery store for years. Imagine my delight when I found this recipe for them. BONUS-your children will love helping you make these! What a great after-school treat. 1 pkg. (3.9 oz.) Jell-O Chocolate Instant Pudding 2 cups […]
August 26, 2009
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For some football? I know we are at our house! My husband has been gearing up for a month. It's only two weeks away. Here is a cute little deviled egg recipe perfect for your tailgates or home viewing parties. Makes 10 to 12 servings Ingredients 1 dozen hard-cooked eggs, peeled 1/2 cup mayonnaise 3 […]
August 20, 2009
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Don't you agree that lollipops are the new cupcakes? I will always love cupcakes and their many flavors and decorations but lollipops are a lot of fun too. Turns out, they aren't difficult to make yourself! You can make a whole batch of your favorite flavor. Mine is lime! Ingredients 3/4 cup white sugar 1/2 […]
August 12, 2009
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There's nothing better to have on a hot summer evening than a cool salad. This salad looks delicious with its spicy seasonings and its cool sour cream dressing. YUM. Chipotle Chicken Taco Salad Yield 4 servings (serving size: 2 1/2 cups) Ingredients Dressing: 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro 2/3 cup light sour cream 1 […]
July 22, 2009
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Here's a cute and fun popsicle idea for you and the kids to try this summer. These would be great for a birthday party, shower or backyard bbq. Confetti Pops Ingredients: 8 piece(s) (1 1/2-inch) soft-centered candy bars, (like Milky Way or Snickers) 1 pint(s) vanilla custard-style ice cream, slightly softened 3/4 cup(s) assorted-color candy […]
June 25, 2009
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We have our very first vegetable garden this year! I'm so excited to eat fresh vegetables grown in our own backyard. We already have squash coming out of our ears and the tomatoes are right behind them. I feel like Forest Gump when he and Bubba were talking about all of the different ways to cook […]
June 8, 2009
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Things are not always as they seem. These "Watermelon Pops" are so cute and perfect for outdoor entertaining. Oh wait… Strawberry-Orange Pops Makes 12 pops 2 cups orange juice 1/2 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt 1 cup frozen whole strawberries, thawed Stir together orange juice and yogurt. Process berries in a blender or food processor until […]
