Celebrate

Summer Lemonade Stand!

June 20
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A lemonade stand simply reminds me of summer!  Those hot and carefree days that only a cup of this icy cold treat can quench!  You can whip up a pitcher of lemonade any day of the week and bring smiles…but it’s also a wonderful drink to serve at celebrations!  It looks pretty, tastes great, and it seems to be a seasonal favorite for kids and adults alike!  I’m really excited to partner with Fun to Eat Fruit to show you some lemonade stand inspiration that is super easy but has little details that make this beverage station perfect for all kinds of summer festivities!  Let’s squeeze the day and serve up summer!

lemonade stand fun!

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A Casual Summertime Wine Tasting!

June 6
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A wine tasting is a fun idea for a festive evening with friends!  And while it might seem daunting, you don’t have to be a sommelier to serve up some samplings of vino!  My husband and I recently joined a casual wine group designed to discover new favorites and at reasonable prices.  Honestly it’s really just an excuse to get together regularly with our friends!  And while a true wine connoisseur might scoff at our little soiree, I love that it’s relaxed, where we can learn a little about wine and enjoy the company A LOT!  Today I’m sharing our turn at hosting…and since it took place during Memorial Day weekend, I added some patriotic touches too!  So let’s raise a glass…

cheers to wine tasting!

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Grownup Birthday Party!

May 30
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A grownup birthday party can be every bit as special as the festive shindigs we throw for the kiddos!  I love all the sweet details you can add to make a child’s party darling…but as my boys have grown, they eventually stopped wanting those cutie-pie decorations.  And while I totally understand, I still miss adding those whimsical touches to their parties…so, what’s a girl to do?  Save the cutsie decorations for the grownups!  You can still keep it simple without skimping on the fun factor…and maybe serve an adult beverage too!  Today I’d like to share these easy DIY party ideas for celebrating…and it’s “purr-fectly” festive!

big-girl birthday party fun!

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Easy Patio Dining Ideas!

May 16
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Patio dining is my favorite thing to do all spring, summer and fall!  Since we can’t entertain all year long in my neck of the woods, I’m always waiting anxiously for these seasons to arrive so we can savor the outdoor fun as long as possible!  It doesn’t matter if I’m planning a party, having a lunch with my pals, or just serving a meal to my family on any ordinary day…eating outside just makes it feel special!  So today I’d like to share some really simple ways to make patio dining practically effortless!  I can’t cook the meal for you…but I can show you how to set a pretty table with affordable goodies perfect for outdoors!  So let’s get ready to enjoy all the patio, porch and back yard celebrations!

patio dining…a joy of the season!

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A Rustic Wedding Popcorn Bar!

May 6
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It’s wedding season…and a popcorn bar is the perfect way to celebrate by serving up some salty and sweet treats for guests!  Popcorn bars are such a fun and delicious trend that I think will be sticking around for a long time!  I mean, who doesn’t love popcorn…and with so many fun flavors to choose from you can find something for everyone to enjoy!  I’m so excited to partner with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some festive inspiration for setting up a dessert station that will make love even sweeter!  Try one for a wedding, a bridal shower…or ANY celebration!  (Graduations are right around the corner too!)  But today let’s fall in love with a…

wedding popcorn bar!

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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!

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Celebrate, Holidays

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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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