I've been busy planning ahead for company during the holidays. I like to have something on hand to give out as a little thank you or as gifts to people who visit. This is about as simple as could be and it is such a sweet and thoughtful token. Not to mention, it does double duty as adorable décor sitting on your table. Here's how I made it: I picked up some fabric from Hobby Lobby. I chose … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2013
Chocolate Chip Buttermilk Pancakes
October 28, 2013 6 Comments
Buttermilk pancakes are a comfort food in my home. My family loves their fluffy, syrupy sweet deliciousness served up morning, noon or night. It is so quick and simple to whip up a batch that the kids even get into the action and mix it all up for me. And when the kids get in the kitchen, chocolate inevitably becomes involved in the process. Sometimes that is not so great (hot dogs with … [Read more...]
Festive Fall Wreath
October 25, 2013 Leave a Comment
Decorating for fall tends to be a challenge for me. I have to watch myself or before I know it I am throwing a Santa or two in the mix in all of my excitement for Christmas. This is the time of year that everyone becomes so busy that it's easy to blink and have a whole month pass. That is why I love multi-purpose fall décor. If I can put it out in October and not have to worry about it until I … [Read more...]
5 Minute Burlap Silverware Holder
October 23, 2013 2 Comments
I've got Thanksgiving on the mind. We are having family over and leaving on a vacation a couple of days afterwards, so I have been busy trying to get as much of the planning taken care of now so that it is less stressful for me on the actual day. I like to try new tablescapes every year and this year will be no exception. Burlap is the big thing right now, so I figured that I should try my hand … [Read more...]
Honey Cinnamon Butter
October 23, 2013 2 Comments
My kids have an obsession with a certain national steakhouse chain's bread and butter. We drive by this restaurant every day and I am constantly being asked when we can go eat there. Of course when we do eat there, my kids don't actually eat a meal. Oh no, they are far to enthralled with shelling peanut and seeing how many rolls will fit in their little tummies to actually take the time to eat … [Read more...]
Homemade Yeast Rolls in 30 Minutes
October 22, 2013 Leave a Comment
Generally the words "yeast breads" and "quick" don't go hand in hand but here is a delicious contradiction to that generalization. These rolls take just over thirty minutes (35 to be exact), but they bake up nice and fluffy just as you would expect any yeast roll to do. They are a scrumptious rule breaker and you really must try them. Here is the recipe: As usual when making a yeast bread, … [Read more...]
Children’s Art Wall
October 22, 2013 Leave a Comment
I'm a proud momma. I am a big fan of displaying my children's artwork and creations where they can see it and know that I appreciate it. Unfortunately, I also dislike clutter, especially on my pretty and shiny stainless steel refrigerator. This art wall is my way of corralling all of my kid's masterpieces into one neat not completely disheveled area. Not only is it functional, it was also … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Inspired Wood Map
October 22, 2013 1 Comment
You may remember that my little guy is currently in a pirate phase. When I set out to decorate his room, I was looking for pieces that were easy to make, relatively inexpensive and could be used in different parts of the house when in case he changes his mind on decor. As it happened, I was strolling through my garage looking for things to repurpose when I happened upon this plywood. I have no … [Read more...]
Initial Wall Hanging
October 22, 2013 Leave a Comment
I have a confession to make. I LOVE sales. Please do not expect me to walk by those little red price stickers unfazed. It just won't happen. And don't even get me started on the clearance aisles at Target. That is my kryptonite. Anywho, a sale is where this story begins. As I was stalking the aisles at Michaels, waiting oh-so patiently for my kids to pick their own craft projects, I found … [Read more...]
Quick & Easy Bunk Bed Pirate Mast
October 22, 2013 1 Comment
While my own story may not be quite as exciting as that of Captain Phillips, I am slowly being taken over by pirates. Well, one room in my home is anyway. My little guy loves all things pirates right now and when it came time to redecorate his room it was an obvious choice for him. He has a super neat set of bunk beds that my hubby made for him a couple of years ago, but my son is getting to … [Read more...]
Delicious Vanilla Chai Tea Mix
October 22, 2013 11 Comments
My hubby is a big fan of chai tea. He will drink multiple mugs full of it a day. It's so bad that he normally leaves a mug out so that he can reuse it throughout the day similar to what some might do with a water glass. So when I ran across some recipes for homemade vanilla chai tea mix last year I decided to give it a try. At that point, I had nothing to lose and everything to gain. I … [Read more...]
Ten Dollar Decor
October 21, 2013 1 Comment
People who know me well seem to be endlessly entertained by the fact that I can be both extremely frugal and at the same time I can spend money like there is no tomorrow. And I could not tell you what factors decide which items I will be a total cheapskate about and which I will throw money at. Luckily for me, when I feel like being a penny pincher I know I can always head to my local dollar … [Read more...]
