Category: Celebrate

Fiesta Time! Easy Ideas for a Festive Celebration!

April 21
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Fiesta time is just around the corner…and I’m so excited for Cinco de Mayo celebrations and the food that goes with them!  But as much as I love a good fiesta, May 5 is a busy time with spring sports, the school year wrapping up, and all the endless yard work!  Today I’m going to share some really easy ways to kick up your heels without much fuss!  Simple food ideas and DIY party decorations can help you throw a festive gathering that looks like a custom event!  Even if you’re pressed for time, you can find everything you need at most grocery & party stores.  A few “extras” will make your semi-homemade munchies AND decor look like a million!  Let’s get ready to celebrate the 5th of May…or any taco Tuesday!

it’s time for a fiesta!

A Springtime Breakfast Treat on the Patio!

April 14
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A springtime breakfast treat can be a fun and delicious way to celebrate the season!  When warm weather comes calling, I love eating outdoors…and that includes morning treats!  You know I preach that things never have to be crazy elaborate to look & taste great…and this tiny but cheerful breakfast is a perfect example!  For this sweet treat I focused on one of my favorite snacking fruits as the simple inspiration. Cutie clementines not only taste great but they make beautiful garnishes for drinks AND sweets alike!  Grab a few pretty decorations from the house to bring a touch of the inside out, and let a small spread bring big joy!  I’m excited to bring these ideas to you today with the help from friends at Lucid Candle.  Their pretty candles are really exceptional and a perfect addition to any decor or celebration…like my little soiree!  So lets say “good morning sunshine”…

springtime served on the patio!

Strawberries and Chocolate Breakfast Treat!

March 10
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Strawberries and chocolate are delicious together!  They make a wonderful dessert…but have you thought about the combo for breakfast?  I happened upon a box of chocolate strawberry cereal and it became the inspiration for a fun, morning treat!  Today I’m sharing how to take this flavor idea and turn it into a tray of deliciousness for a breakfast surprise.  All you need to do is gather some simple goodies and you can begin the day on a sweet note!

strawberries and chocolate…for a good morning!

A Popcorn Bar for Valentine’s Day!

February 10
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A popcorn bar is a fun way to celebrate Valentine’s Day!  Not only is it delicious but it can be so easy to create for some delicious holiday joy!  Happy Hearts Day is just around the corner and this festive idea might be something your family will love. The great thing about popcorn?  It’s a wonderful treat for ANY kind of occasion!  I’m really happy to share this inspiration with you today with help from my friends Grand Rapids Popcorn and Sunshine Tulip Design!  With a click of your mouse, you can grab everything you need to make a popcorn buffet that will have hearts a flutter! So share the joy…

peace, love & popcorn!

Ladies Night Lemonade Party!

September 2
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A ladies night lemonade party was a fun way for me to celebrate with a few friends!  Late summer & early fall evenings are so perfect for enjoying the outdoors and some seasonal sips.  I was really lucky to start my little “stay-cation” and time off social media with this kind of small gathering!  And to say safe, we socially distanced around a table of lemonade-inspired drinks & desserts…and we each had an individual “charcuterie” filled with healthy nibbles!  The takeaway from this ladies night “in” (or “outside” I should say) was that simple goodies can still be grand!  Easy details from the kitchen & garden made simple snacks look pretty.  And as always, who’s gathered together is what makes any occasion a special one!  So when life deals out lemons…it’s definitely time to make lemonade!  Do you know what else?  PINK lemonade adds extra cheer! Check out the super simple, lemon-inspired fun!

“yes way” to lemonade spritzers…and to ladies night!

Doughnut Celebration Board DIY!

August 10
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A doughnut celebration board sounds pretty good right? So how about making one for your next special occasion! I recently created a yummy platter for my son’s 18th birthday…and it was filled with one of his favorite treats…doughnuts!  Grazing or charcuterie boards are so fun and trendy right now and they’re really easy to make too!  They look pretty and allow you to serve a menagerie of treats so you can even please a crowd…when it’s safe to do so!  But today we’ll focus on this sweet breakfast idea and how I made it fun for our family birthday festivities.  This doughnut celebration board was a really fun surprise that started the birthday boy’s day off on a delicious note!  Let me show you how easy it is to create one…

doughnut celebration board for a tasty birthday breakfast!

How to Style Simple Appetizers for Summer!

July 29
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Simple appetizers are so great for small gatherings and casual entertaining.  And I love to keep easy snacks on hand if we decide to have an impromptu get together with a neighbor or two!  Just because our gatherings these days are smaller doesn’t mean we can’t make them look lovely!  It can be so simple to style ANY kind of snack to create an inviting AND delicious table of nibbles!  The best way to do this is to shop your house for a few goodies to add color or texture to your table top.  And if you have any simple collections or decorative items you love, don’t be afraid to incorporate them.  Today I’m excited to share some ways I created an appetizer table with easy food and simple household items & decorations.  My motto is it never has to be fancy to be grand!  Just let your imagination lead you and you’ll style a festive snack that will let your personality shine!  Summer is in full swing…so set out a seasonal treat for your next little celebration!

simple appetizers in summer style!

Old-Fashioned Peach Cobbler!

July 23
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Old-fashioned peach cobbler is one of my favorite summertime desserts! It’s a hit with my entire family and is one of the easiest recipes to whip up for any kind of treat or celebration!  This cobbler is made with canned peaches making it so quick and effortless…but that doesn’t mean it skimps on taste!  You can use fresh peaches if you’d like, but my family prefers the canned variety for this particular dessert.  So with just a few items in the pantry, you can treat family or guests to a delicious, old-fashioned peach cobbler that simply tastes like summer!  I can’t wait to share this yummy and easy recipe with you so you can treat your peeps to something peachy!  Let’s get baking once again and turn a simple treat into a celebration!

old-fashioned cobbler…just peachy!

A Tropical Table for Summer!

July 8
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A tropical table is one of my favorite ways to bring some vacation vibes to dinner!  After the red, white, and blue comes down, I’m ready for palms and sandy beaches…even if I can’t be near them. Vacation plans may be on hold, but you can bring the same atmosphere to the tabletop with easy and affordable details!  Dining outside is half the fun, and by adding some tropical feels you can transport yourself to a lazy, beach-side table! Here’s the other great thing…you most likely have some of what you need right in your own backyard!  Stay safe in your own yard or patio, with your family or a small group of friends, and enjoy summer…tropical style!

tropical table details!