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09.20.2012
Red Wine Risotto
Red Wine Risotto | Delicious red wine risotto made with mushrooms, seasoned ground turkey, and red wine, a great one pot meal! When is blogger going to come out with a “taste this picture” feature??? This Red Wine Risotto made with delicious sausage and mushrooms is a fan favorite in my house. As a matter…
09.11.2012
Storing Left Over Candy Melts
Storing Left Over Candy Melts | A really easy way to store left over candy melts that you have already melted Seriously? I can’t believe given how long I’ve been using candy melts that I never thought of this sooner!
08.24.2012
Felt Pennant Birthday Banner
Felt Pennant Birthday Banner | A felt pennant banner that is easy and affordable to make via Wine & Glue Whether you decide to throw a Rainbow Party or some other far inferior type of party for your kiddo, this super simple banner can be a really easy and inexpensive addition to your decor. I…
07.31.2012
World’s Best Caramel Brownies
These World’s Best Caramel Brownies are so easy to make and so delicious! Everyone always wants this caramel brownie recipe. With only six ingredients, this is going to be your new go to brownie recipe! When I was about six months pregnant with our third little wonder, a good friend of mine shared a Caramel…
07.13.2012
Sidewalk Chalk Spray
Sidewalk Chalk Spray | A really simple recipe made from household ingredients for loads of fun! It all started when I wanted to send my niece and nephew a care package. They are super adorable, want to see?
07.10.2012
Veggie & Tofu Noodle Bowls
Veggie & Tofu Noodle Bowls | A super delicious meal vegan dinner If you are new to Meatless Mondays, I have been going meatless with my family one meal once a week. I love this recipe. It is full of delicious and colorful vegetables, and it is SUPER delicious. It is adapted from a Martha…
03.26.2012
Easter Egg Wreath
This Easter Egg Wreath is a simple and easy DIY! This Easter Wreath DIY is less than $10 to make, and is so pretty. It is delicate but holds up year after year! I love spring! Since seeing this idea way back in like January, I have wanted to use it to make an Easter egg…
03.02.2012
Rainbow Cupcakes
Don’t these just make you smile? Recently a friend of mine underwent a major surgery. She’s awesome, and someone who is there for you at the drop of a hat. Seriously. You drop your hat and she’s standing RIGHT behind you saying, “I think you dropped this. Don’t worry though, I picked it up, had…
02.17.2012
Black Bean Chorizo Soup
Black Bean Chorizo Soup | Delicious black bean chorizo soup made even more hearty and filling with sweet potatoes. The perfect soup for fall and winter! My family is . . . special. And I’m not talking special like diamonds in the rough. Sure, they are wonderful. But I’m talking about special as in .…
02.06.2012
Love Birds: Valentine’s Day Bird Feeders
These Valentine’s Day Bird Feeders are a simple craft and make for a cute little gift! EDITED TO ADD: I know have these cute tags to go with these! Click HERE to grab ’em: I kind of love these. They are so simple, but so sweet. I first saw them as a wedding favor…
02.01.2012
Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcakes
Hello Lover. You look so simple on the outside. And then . . . There really are no words. Okay, there are some words. It wouldn’t be much of a blog post without them. I love cherry flavored chocolate and this is the time of year to find it. I was looking for cherry flavored…
12.29.2011
Ruffle Wreath {An Easy Christmas Wreath}
Ruffle Wreath | A fun and easy to make Christmas Wreath! In an ideal world I would have had a 100% home-made Christmas. As my husband says, gift giving is like a sport to me and I MUST WIN!!! I thoroughly enjoy finding the perfect thing for the people in my life. Maybe that’s why…