Author:Lori

Mother’s Day DIY Gift Idea!

May 1
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner…and I’m so excited to share this DIY gift idea with you today courtesy of my friends at FragranceX! A really fun project that you can create with your child to present to any mom, grandmother or important lady in their life! It will also make a fabulous gift for any occasion…so I hope you enjoy this DIY that will delight the senses!

a “scent-sational” DIY gift idea!

Easy, Easter Coffee and Doughnuts!

April 17
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Who wouldn’t love waking up to Easter coffee and doughnuts to start the holiday off on a happy note?  Even if you’re not hosting a big holiday feast, you can still surprise your family or friends to a sweet morning treat!  And if you have non-coffee drinkers in your midst, substitute with tea or even hot cocoa…both perfectly acceptable to pair with a doughnut!  Easter is just around the corner, but this super simple setup is the easiest to pull together for a last-minute celebration.  Perfect to whip up for an afternoon pick-me-up with friends or even a holiday after school snack!  Mix and match what you’ve got around the house and put on the coffee!

toast the holiday with Easter coffee and doughnuts!

Simple and Easy Easter Brunch Ideas!

April 11
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Hosting an Easter brunch is one of my favorite ways to celebrate the holiday!  It can be a big family event, a fun way to gather a few friends, or even a festive version of an ordinary family breakfast…no matter, these easy ideas can help you celebrate the season in style AND without any stress!  I’m so happy to have partnered with PaperRamma to share this simple inspiration for a sweet holiday brunch!  You don’t have to serve a fancy spread either…easy eats and effortless decorations will delight your guests!   Let’s hop to it…

serve up a simple Easter brunch!

How to Make Easy Bunny Tail Truffles!

April 4
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Easter is coming…and today I’m so excited to share how to make bunny tail truffles!  Have you seen all the bunny backside treat inspiration out there lately?  It’s so fun and whimsical and perfect for surprising your family & friends during holiday celebrations!  I’m so happy to have some extra time to plan my Easter festivities…the calendar is definitely cooperating this year!  So if you’re thinking ahead to bunny inspired fun, this DIY project is really sweet and honestly, you don’t even need the extra time in order to make them!  I hope you love them as much as I do!

try your hand at bunny tail truffles!

St. Patrick’s Day Treats…Easy, Last-Minute Ideas!

March 15
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Serving St. Patrick’s Day treats is one of the easiest ways to celebrate this holiday with my family!  It doesn’t have to be anything crazy good, just a little dressed up snack that can bring some festivity to the day.  And don’t think there’s not enough time to surprise your favorite leprechauns…I’ve got three easy ideas you can whip up in no-time!  You might remember that one of our traditions is to make “lucky cupcakes” each holiday…and I’m sharing the tutorial for this year’s treat too!  It’s time to get the shenanigans started…

St. Patrick’s Day treats…last-minute & easy!

Easy St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails & Treats!

March 12
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Serving St. Patrick’s Day cocktails is a surefire way to get your holiday celebration off to a festive start!  Whether its a cocktail OR a mocktail…a green beverage is mandatory for for many party-goers for toasting the day!  So I’m really excited to share this super simple and delicious recipe that would be perfect for a lady leprechaun party!  Dainty, pretty, and a sweet sip to enjoy with a treat or two while hanging with your friends!  Not to exclude the gentlemen…but it IS a sip that seems geared toward the ladies!  So if you’re having any gal pals over for a pre-party libations you won’t want to miss this easy setup!

let’s get the party started with…

st. patrick’s day cocktails!

St. Paddy’s Day Table AND Free Printable!

March 5
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March is here and it’s time to start thinking about setting a St. Paddy’s Day table!  Whether you have a tradition of serving up an Irish meal or just enjoy a casual dinner on the 17th…I’d like to share some really easy ways to decorate the table top or any space you like to add some lucky touches!  Decorating never needs to be difficult OR expensive…the simplest things can often times prove to be the perfect touch, and I’m excited to show you this inspiration today!  AND for a special holiday treat you can get a darling printable banner…for FREE!  St. Patrick’s Day is a wonderful excuse to get whimsical so let’s get ready for the festivities with delightful decorations and…

a sweet & simple St. Paddy’s Day table!

How to Make a DIY Hanging Planter

February 28
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With spring just around the corner, I’m excited to share this super easy and versatile DIY hanging planter from my friends at Shutterfly! Houseplants can really add some vibrance and texture to any room, not to mention the incredible health benefits some varieties can bring to your home. A popular trend I’ve seen lately are vertical and hanging indoor herb gardens which look beautiful in kitchens. This DIY also makes it easy to customize the planter to your home’s decor and color scheme. So whether you’re just looking to brighten up your home or start an indoor garden, I thought this project would be a great way to get you started…

easy steps for a DIY hanging planter!

Valentine’s Day Popcorn Fun!

February 11
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Serving up some popcorn fun is fabulous for any celebration…but how about for a whimsical and delicious Valentine treat?  I’m sharing a REALLY easy and fun way to dish up this yummy snack along with super simple DIY decorations.  Get ready for Valentine’s Day with hugs, kisses…and popcorn!

popcorn fun…valentine victory!

Doughnut Inspiration…on a Valentine Treat Table

February 8
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Doughnut inspiration is on the menu today!  I’m so excited to share these super easy AND delicious ideas for a sweet Valentine to offer to your favorite cupids!  We love doughnuts in my house…even to this day my boys are thrilled to see a box of sugary goodness on the countertop!  So I couldn’t think of a tastier way to create a holiday treat that would be a welcome surprise for my family OR any friends that might stop by!  You know I’m a semi-homemade fan…for the convenience of being able to whip up something special in a matter of minutes!  So let’s tell our loved ones “donut you know how much I love you” with this sweet and simple Valentine treat!

doughnut inspiration that will make hearts flutter!