Last Minute Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas + a Free Printable! There once was a girl who loved EVERYTHING about Christmas! The presents, the joy, the stockings hung by the chimney, that jolly old elf, and candy canes hung on the tree. And then that girl became a woman who loved EVERYTHING about Christmas! The…
Last Minute Tips for a Stress-Free Christmas + a Free Printable!
Simple and Affordable DIY Stocking Hanger
Simple and Affordable DIY Stocking Hanger How to turn a plain- inexpensive Dollar Store item into pretty Christmas decor for the mantel. Okay, sweet friends! I have a confession to make. This project is SOOOO darn easy that I almost didn’t even write a post about it. And then I thought-who doesn’t like easy?…
Homemade Holidays: Christmas Morning Gift Baskets
I am over the moon happy to be joining two of my dearest blogging friends today to share some creative ‘homemade’ gift ideas for the holidays! I’ve teamed up with these two talented ladies in the past (you can check out those posts here and here) and I’m so honored that Carole asked me to take…
10 Gift Ideas for the Foodie on your List!
I was inspired to write this post after a conversation I had with a friend last week. Her daughter is leaving the nest by the first of next year and moving into an apartment. Her main question? “Can you recommend a few kitchen items that you simply can’t do without and within a reasonable budget?”…
Healthy and Hearty Cabbage and Beef Soup!
Healthy and Hearty Cabbage and Beef Soup! I know. I know. Another soup recipe!! I’m sorry friends but I just can’t help it! I’ve been on this soup kick for over a month now and thankfully for me, there is no end in sight! Now that the temps are much cooler and winter is right…
5 Simple and Inexpensive Tips for Setting the Perfect Table!
FIVE SIMPLE and INEXPENSIVE TIPS FOR SETTING THE PERFECT TABLE! This past week I’ve been making some changes in my dining room in preparation for holiday entertaining. Nothing too major, mind you. Just changing out some wall art, replacing the fabric on the seat cushions of our dining chairs, and sorting and organizing all of…
Two Quick and Easy Apple Desserts!
Two Quick and Easy Apple Desserts Although apple season is pretty much over here in Minnesota, it isn’t in my kitchen! I’m getting ready for the long months of winter by preparing a whole bunch of freezer dishes and this week my main focus was breakfast and dessert! All which have apples as the main…
Forget the Fads-Decorate from your Heart!
When we first moved into our home there was one room that I absolutely didn’t like at all! Okay, there were SEVERAL rooms that I disliked, but one more so than the others. The main reason I disliked this room was that frankly, I didn’t know what it’s purpose really was. It was in the…
Best Ever Chicken Noodle Soup!
Best Ever Chicken Noodle Soup! 3 Easy Shortcuts to make the BEST EVER Chicken Noodle Soup! Who doesn’t LOVE homemade chicken noodle soup? In my opinion, chicken noodle soup is hands down the ULTIMATE comfort food! But HOMEMADE-well that takes comfort to a whole new level! I mean what could be more comforting than…
How to Remove and Replace a Porch Column Base in 10 easy steps!
A step by step tutorial for removing and replacing a rotted porch column base without breaking the bank! If you are a homeowner then you know there is always something that needs fixing, repairing or replacing. And we all know that some of these projects cannot only be overwhelming and time-consuming, but they can also…