Here are some fun Mardi Gras activities for kids. Incorporate one or two of these kid-friendly ideas in your party plans. Mardi Gras or Carnival as it is sometimes called is a very popular time of year in New Orleans. The name itself is French for “Fat Tuesday”. Some Christians call this day Shrove TuesdayRead More
Heart Doughnuts Recipe
This homemade heart doughnuts recipe walks you through how to make homemade doughnuts in the shape of hearts and offers ideas for decorating them for Valentine’s Day. Homemade donuts are the ultimate cozy weekend treat—perfect for a lazy breakfast in. Shape them into cute hearts, dip them in bright chocolate glaze, and sprinkle on someRead More
Triple Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs
When you are looking to satisfy a chocolate craving without all the carbs, this Triple Chocolate Keto Fat Bombs Recipe is going to be your new go-to! Rich, creamy, chocolatey- what more could you ask for? How about low carb and high in healthier fats? This Keto Chocolate Fat Bombs Recipe gives you the sweet chocolateRead More
Winter Crafts for Kids
These winter crafts for kids are the perfect way to spend cold winter afternoons. I know that winter doesn’t technically start for a couple weeks, but someone forgot to tell mother nature and we have already been visited by a pretty fierce snowstorm already. The snow hasn’t completely melted and we are already expecting toRead More
Chocolate Gingerbread Man Cookies
This Chocolate Gingerbread Man Cookies recipe has the firmness of sugar cookies, so you can use your Christmas gingerbread cookie cutters to make chocolate gingerbread men. Indulge in a delightful twist on a holiday classic: Chocolate Gingerbread Men. Crafted from a tender, buttery chocolate sugar cookie dough, these little figures boast an intense, fudgy cocoaRead More
Skillet Lasagna
This easy, one-pan Skillet Lasagna Recipe has all the flavors of lasagna without the work. The lasagna noodles are cooked in the skillet with the sauce and a little extra water, so you don’t need to precook them. While meal planning, my oldest son requested lasagna. Unfortunately, our life is pretty busy right now andRead More
Turkey Salad Sandwiches with Apple and Cranberries
This quick and easy recipe for turkey salad sandwiches uses leftover turkey from Thanksgiving and is a great way to feed guests over the Thanksgiving weekend! There are tons of Thanksgiving recipes out there. Everyone wants to help you create your Thanksgiving day feast, but for many of us, Thanksgiving dinner is just theRead More
Tuscan Turkey Soup
This Tuscan Turkey Soup recipe uses leftover turkey so it comes together quickly! A few years ago, I bookmarked a recipe called Tuscan Turkey Soup solely because of, the name. When I went back to make the recipe with my leftover Thanksgiving turkey and looked carefully at the list of ingredients I was disappointed toRead More
Nutcracker Charcuterie Board
As you build this Nutcracker Charcuterie Board with cheese, meats, and crackers, it transforms into the most recognizable symbol from the Christmas ballet, bringing the family together around the appetizers. Get ready to kick off Christmas with the most charming Christmas charcuterie board ever: a full-on Nutcracker made out of snacks! Every cube of cheese,Read More
Thanksgiving Side Dishes
If you are looking for ideas for side dishes for Thanksgiving this year, we have you covered. We are sharing our favorite recipes, including traditional Thanksgiving side dishes, creative Thanksgiving side dishes, and even a few unconventional recipes. One of my favorite parts of Thanksgiving is the variety of delicious side dishes. It seems there is somethingRead More
DIY Denim Projects Using Old Jeans
If you have a stash of jeans with holes we have a list of amazing things to make with old jeans besides making cutoffs. However, if you want to make shorts of your holey jeans, I have included directions for 3 different ways to hem cutoffs. DIY Denim Projects Using Old Jeans Here areRead More
Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
This savory roasted sweet potatoes recipe is seasoned with rosemary and garlic. It almost seems un-American to admit it, but I am not a fan of candied yams. My family always served candied yams at Thanksgiving, so I was surprised the first time I had dinner with my in-laws and they did not. That ThanksgivingRead More
15 Gift in a Jar Ideas
These fun gift-in-a-jar ideas include everything from homemade treats to kids’ activities to a spa day in a jar. There is sure to be something for everyone on your list! Are you still struggling to find a gift for that person who has everything? Have you considered making a gift in a jar? You canRead More
How to Make Turkey Gravy
Hosting the holiday dinner this year? You are going to love this easy turkey gravy recipe! There is absolutely no reason to buy gravy. Ever. Homemade gravy is not only out-of-this-world delicious, but it is also easy to make. For some reason, people have heard stories of lumpy gravy and have the impression that itRead More
Homemade Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest
This homemade Cranberry Sauce recipe is flavored with orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon to create a flavorful side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. I love the flavor combination of orange and cranberries. I am not that crazy about cranberries on their own but add some grated orange and a little cinnamon and it becomesRead More
2-Ingredient Yogurt Cheesecake
You need to try this viral 2-Ingredient Yogurt Cheesecake, sometimes called “Japanese Cheesecake,” which went viral on TikTok. Why is it going viral? Because it is a super easy, high-protein treat that is much healthier than traditional cheesecake. If you’re craving something sweet, creamy, and ridiculously easy, this no-bake treat is about to become yourRead More
Thanksgiving Planner Printables
This Thanksgiving planner includes printables for everything you need to plan your celebration including brainstorming ideas, a Thanksgiving meal plan, a cleaning list, a guest list, leftover recipe ideas, a fall bucket list, gratitude journal, and more! Enter your email below to have it delivered to your inbox: Once you receive the planner, you canRead More
10 Homemade Advent Calendar Ideas
These homemade advent calendar ideas are fun ways for kids to countdown to Christmas. Children always get so excited about Christmas. It is hard for young children to understand how much longer they must wait until Christmas Day. Advent calendars help kids keep track of how many days they have left to wait, but theyRead More
10 Frugal Homemade Christmas Centerpieces
Elegant holiday tablescapes don’t have to cost a lot of money. Here is a collection of 10 frugal homemade Christmas centerpieces to inspire you to come up with something wonderful for a festive table. You don’t have to spend a lot of money on your Christmas centerpiece. You can use items you already have aroundRead More
15 Christmas Crafts for Kids
These Christmas crafts for kids include Christmas ornaments and decorations that are easy to make at home. It won’t be long before the kids will be out of school for Christmas break and we will be looking for things to keep them busy. I find that I can keep my son busy for hours creatingRead More
