Simple Christmas Decor DIY

Adding a cloth napkin with a pretty napkin ring immediately elevates your table and gives it festive look. Make your guests feel special by adding this easy to make napkin ring at each placesetting.

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Easy Holiday Entertaining

Setting a pretty table doesn’t have to be difficult, complicated, or cost a lot. A little creativity, a few minutes of time, and items from nature are all you need!

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Holiday Hutch

You don’t need tons of Christmas decorations to get your house into the Christmas spirit! A few yards of fabric can transform the look of a piece of furniture and easily get your home into holiday mode!

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Easy To Make From Scratch, Fluffy Sourdough Waffles & Pancakes

Swoon worthy sourdough waffles and pancakes that are easier to make than you think. These will make you legend!

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How to Create a Rustic Themed Designer Christmas Tree

The thing I love most about creating a rustic themed Christmas tree is that it lends itself so beautifully to…

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Thanksgiving Left-Over Make-Over Ham & Cheese Bowties

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham. Adding ham to a creamy, luscious Mac & Cheese recipe turns this casserole into a full meal that everyone in the family will love!

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German Potato Salad

This easy to prepare side using basic ingredients produces anything but a basic salad. Sometimes the simplest recipes that use good quality basic ingredients are the best tasting.

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Simmering Potpourri

Ditch the chemical laden scented air fresheners. You can easily make this simmering potpourri with just a few simple ingredients from your garden and a quick trip to the grocery store. Not only will it make your house smell amazing, but it makes a wonderful hostess gift during the holidays.

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How to Set a Neutral Thanksgiving Table

There is nothing I enjoy more this time of the year than taking a walk outside on a brisk autumn…

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How To Set A Gorgeous Nature Inspired Thanksgiving Table

Does setting the Thanksgiving table intimidate you? Are you overwhelmed with all the color choices? Are you on a limited budget? Not sure where to start? Find out how easy it is to create a designer looking Thanksgiving table that anyone can do!

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Gorgeous Nature Inspired Napkin Rings for Your Thanksgiving Table

You can create these beautiful, nature inspired napkin rings for your Thanksgiving table in under an hour.

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DIY How to Chalk Paint Wood Furniture

Have you thought about chalk painting a piece of furniture but you were unsure of how to tackle the project? Read on for step by step instructions on how to transform a dated piece of furniture and give it a totally new updated look.

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My Intermittent Fasting Journey

Today I’m sharing something a bit more personal with you and celebrating a major milestone in my life. I’m hoping that my journey will inspire someone else out there that is struggling with health issues stemming from excess weight. Maybe my story will resonate with you and help you on your own journey to lose weight and improve your health…

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Monte Cristo Sandwich

Have you ever tried a Monte Cristo sandwich? If not, you are in for a real treat! Read on to find out what makes it so special…

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Beefy Taco Bake

All the flavors of a taco without all the effort. This easy Mexican casserole is perfect for a tasty weeknight dinner!

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Cooking Basics: The Iconic Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Is there a more iconic comfort food? Learning how to make a really spectacular grilled cheese sandwich will serve you well in life!

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How to Refinish Wood Furniture with Professional Results

Learn how to refinish wood furniture the right way to achieve a professional looking finish and give dated furniture an updated look.

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Ten Things You Should Do Now For A Stress Free Thanksgiving

It’s not too early to start planning for Thanksgiving. The day will go much smoother and be less stressful for you if you take a little time now to prepare for the holiday.

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Sweet Potato Tacos

Are you looking for a healthy AND delicious Mexican meal? It does exist! These Sweet Potato Tacos ✔️ all the boxes.

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Cilantro Lime Rice

Every so often you stumble onto an easy recipe that becomes an instant family favorite the very first time you try it. Where has this flavorful recipe been all my life?

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Niches: Decorating Nightmare or Decorating Dream?

A shower niche is very handy to have indeed.  It’s the perfect spot to hold your shower necessities.  But I’m…

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Learn How to Use the Most Foundational Item in Home Décor

Placing items willy-nilly on every horizontal surface in your home will create a cluttered, chaotic feel in your home. Today I want to share a designer trick that will make those items become an attractive accent in your home, and give it a designer touch. It’s something anyone can do. It doesn’t require any special training or purchasing any expensive items. All it takes is a little creativity and practice.

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It’s All About the Pumpkins

Adding pumpkins to your decor will instantly bring the feeling of fall into your home. Big ones, little ones, bumpy ones, crusty ones, they all have a unique personality that will add a natural touch to your interior.

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Guacamole

There are thousands of fresh guacamole recipes out there. What makes this one special is the addition of an unexpected ingredient that adds a delicious creamy tang.

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Campfire Cooking with Pie Irons

Looking for creative dinner ideas when camping? Try pie iron cooking over an open fire to get the whole family involved with making a tasty dinner.

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Fast Fall Decor Inspiration

Are you ready to bring the beauty of fall into your home? Need some autumn inspiration? Read on for a super simple idea that you can do in your own home.

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Apfel Bitten

My Tante Elizabeth taught me how to make her famous Apfel Bitten. These are a delicious German apple pastry that I have enjoyed at many family gatherings and now I can share how to make them with you.

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Using Plants in your Décor

Whether you have a green thumb or not, adding plants to your decor brings a special je ne sais quoi to your interiors that you just cannot achieve with other types of décor in your home.

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Dividing Perennials

If you have potted plants that are looking like they are struggling, it may be the perfect time to divide them. It’s easier than you think and will give you free plants. What’s not to love about that?

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Spätzle

Learn how easy it is to make this traditional German staple. Spätzle is a favorite side that is served alongside almost every German meal.

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Acorn Wreath DIY

An elegant fall wreath you can easily create using the bounty of mother nature.

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Creamy Cucumber Salad

Growing up, my Dad often made this creamy cucumber salad. I recently had the opportunity to spend a day with…

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Strategies for Stress Free Grocery Shopping & Meal Planning

Do you enjoy eating? Do you want to prepare nutritious food for your family? Do you often struggle to come up with delicious meals every day for your family? Do you often throw up your hands in frustration because it’s just too hard to manage and have a pizza delivered instead? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are a busy working mom just like me!

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Easy Ways to Transition from Summer to Fall

Transitioning your decor from summer to fall doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive or time consuming. Read on for easy tips that you can do in just a few minutes to bring the beauty of autumn into your home.

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DIY Fall Inspired Candle Holder

Transitioning your decor from summer to early fall doesn’t have to be hard. With an investment of only a few minutes of time and a few inexpensive supplies you can easily create this autumn inspired candle holder.

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Fall Napkin Ring DIY

Add a touch of autumn to your table with these easy to make acorn napkin rings.

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The 3 Phases of Fall

Does your decor reflect the 3 phases of Fall? I know what you’re thinking, I barely have time to decorate for fall let alone decorate for 3 phases of fall. Trust me, transitioning your decor gradually from late summer into the 3 phases of fall is a whole lot easier than you think!

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Transitional Fall Wreath DIY

Looking for something a little different for your front door? Something with a relaxed fall vibe without orange pumpkins? All it takes are a few inexpensive supplies and an afternoon of your time to create this unique fall inspired wreath.

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Absolutely Amazing Alfredo Sauce

A versatile creamy sauce that should be in every cook’s repertoire. This sauce can be whipped together in the time it takes to boil a big pot of pasta. Dinner in 15 minutes? Yes it is possible!

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New Décor Trends for 2020

While I don’t always follow the “hot” new trends I still like to see what is coming down the pike. Are you interested in finding out what the experts are predicting as the hot new trends in home décor? Are you curious to see if what you have going on in your home is in line with the latest trends? I’ve done a little research for you to find out what experts in the design industry predict will be trending for 2020. Read on to find out more…

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Easy Ways to Transition to Late Summer Décor

Summer is slowly winding down and fall is just around the corner. What are you doing to herald the next season into your home? Read on for quick, easy things you can do to transition your décor from summer to fall.

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Greek Cucumber Salad

A light refreshing summer salad that uses the bounty from your garden or local farmers market. Every bite is a mouthful of pure summer goodness.

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Ham & Cheese Gnocchi

Ham & Cheese Gnocchi. Little pillows of doughy goodness smothered in a creamy ham and cheese sauce. What’s not to love!

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DIY Driftwood Wall Sculpture

Creating a stunning, organic, sculptural art piece is easy to do! If you have access to driftwood and a hot glue gun with loads of glue sticks, you can easily create this spectacular sculptural piece for your home.

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Bird Watching Tips for Beginners

How do you bring nature up close and personal? Try hanging bird feeders in your yard to attract a variety of feathered friends. You can enjoy mother nature without ever having to leave the comfort of your home.

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Mushroom Pork Loin Medallions, A Quick & Easy Weeknight Meal

One of the best quick and easy meals you can get on the table in just 30 minutes. This family favorite will make it into your regular rotation…guaranteed!

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The Art of Wine

Does wine intimidate you? Do you feel out of your league when it comes to choosing a good wine? My dad taught me to love wine and fostered my lifelong appreciation for it. Read on to learn all about wine. Ok, maybe not everything, because there’s a lot, but I got the important stuff covered…

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Blackberry Cobbler

Today I want to share something special, an easy dessert recipe that captures the delicious summer sweetness of fresh picked blackberries. Not a baker? No worries, this recipe is super simple to prepare. You can’t really mess it up, even if you try!

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Cheeseburger Pasta

Truth be told, I could eat a burger almost every day and never tire of them. A thick, hot, juicy, beef patty, topped with a thick layer of melty Cheddar cheese, against the sharpness of a sliced red onion, crisp lettuce and tangy tomato slices…add a bit of mustard and ketchup, all sandwiched between a soft toasted bun? Just the thought of it is making my mouth water! Eating a big fat juicy burger for dinner every day would be wrong. Right? I guess it’s a good thing I stumbled upon this recipe before I made a glutton of myself, LOL!

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The Best Easy Care Sun Loving Perennials

Do you enjoy planting flowers in your garden but struggle to make the time it takes to keep your garden looking good? Read on to find out some of my favorite, tried and true sun lovers, that will beautify your garden with a minimum of fuss.

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