Things are warming up and throwing a swim party is one of the best ways to celebrate the outdoors! Here are 5 super fun pool party ideas to help get things rolling: In a few simple steps you can turn store-bought marshmallows into these sweet S’mores Starfish; instructions at Hungry Happenings. Add a splash of color to any …
Category: Seasonal
Mar 06 2016
How to Build a Fire Pit
Yesterday morning my friend and I set out on the daunting task of building a backyard fire pit. It was a really fun project to do together and it came together nicely, and in under two hours and also under $60! Here’s how we did it… Steps: Design your fire pit. There are lots of …
Nov 15 2015
5 Fun Facts About Thanksgiving
This year, gather around the family table and spread some knowledge about Thanksgiving! If you thought you knew all there was to know about this holiday then prepare to be entertained with these 5 facts! The date of Thanksgiving was once changed. Franklin D. Roosevelt once changed the traditional date of Thanksgiving to help boost …
Nov 01 2015
How to Make Simple Autumn Leaf Window Decorations
Utilize those beautiful leaves in the yard! How to Make Simple Autumn Leaf Window Decorations Step 1: Gather up the most beautiful leaves that you can find. This can even be made as a game for kids: assign them the task of going hunting to find their favorite leaves in the yard. Step 2: Use …
Oct 28 2015
Black Buttercream Recipe
This simple frosting recipe is comprised of only three ingredients and requires little to no technique. A combination of butter, powdered sugar and vanilla provides a light, decadent and delicious frosting for cakes, cookies, cupcakes or even brownies. It’s a staple ingredient for bakers of any experience! Buttercream holds a neutral base so you can …
Oct 28 2015
4 Halloween Movies Streaming On Netflix Now
Sometimes a good movie, some delicious snacks and a couple of friends can make an October night feel more spooky. If you are the owner of a Netflix account, here are some wonderful Halloween movies available for you right this second! There are plenty of options to choose from! If you are in the mood …
Oct 25 2015
Link Love: Our Top 5 Crafts This Fall
Here’s some link love for all the crafters celebrating this glorious season: 1) I love anything made of felt, and that’s why one of my favorites this month was this DIY Woodland Notepad Cover from Crafting Fingers. 2) Fall is the best time for making warm, snuggly blankies, which is why Mabey She Made It’s gorgeous QAYG Ragged …
Oct 23 2015
Top 10 Quotes From “It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”
The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without those Charlie Brown classics, so today we’re celebrating our ten favorite quotes from the wonderfully philosophical Charles M. Schulz’s It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Linus: Each year, the Great Pumpkin rises out of the pumpkin patch that he thinks is the most sincere. He’s gotta pick …
Oct 01 2015
An Inside Look At Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party!
Mickey Mouse has invited his favorite villains and YOU for a hauntingly good time at Magic Kingdom. Disney’s annual event, “Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party” is held during the whole month of October. It’s the one night everyone is allowed to dress up in costumes, trick-or-treat and meet with some face characters not traditionally …
Aug 29 2015
The Last Days of Summer
Today it was official, we took down the pool so it has to be the last day of summer. Okay, maybe the last day of summer is officially on September 21st and the last day of summer vacation isn’t until Monday but you can definitely feel the days winding down into a new schedule. Already …