We are having a few days of the most amazing weather! I hate to brag, but when you get sunshine like this in the Pacific NW in March, you HAVE to take notice! This weather came at the perfect time to enjoy this Simple Burgundy Spritzer. So easy to make.My Classic Spanish Sangria for a Crowd is ...
Neon Birthday Party for Teens
It's hard to find cool and fun birthday party ideas and activities for teens. This Glow in the Dark Neon Birthday Party for Teens was thought up and thrown by my sister's friend. She has more ideas for teen parties and activities than I ever even imagined. You don't need a birthday to throw a teen ...
Treasure Hunt Printable Clues
Kids LOVE a treasure hunt and these Treasure Hunt Printable Clues make it easy to put together a quick fun afternoon of clue hunting for you kiddos. Even my son at age 15 would probably enjoy this, especially if there's food involved. Printable contributor Kim from 733 Blog always ...
DIY Ice Pack
Make a DIY Ice Pack a 3 different ways. You can use water and isopropyl rubbing alcohol, dish soap or corn syrup. My favorite way is just using 2 ingredients of water and alcohol which makes a flexible slushy ice pack to use for minor injuries. With the number of injuries I've had and with ...
Rolo Leprechaun Hats St. Patrick’s Day Craft
These Rolo Leprechaun Hats are such a fun St. Patrick's Day kids craft! This is a great St. Patrick's Day activity for kids of all ages whether it's for craft time, the classroom, club activities or for no reason at all. Please welcome my friend Stephanie!Rolo Leprechaun ...
Crockpot Caramel Sauce
I have been wanting to try Crockpot Caramel Sauce or Dulce de Leche using sweetened condensed milk for a long time. With one ingredient, a can of sweetened condensed milk, and a few hours in the slow cooker, you'll have a creamy and delicious caramel sauce to enjoy so many ways. Crockpot ...
Printable Thank you Cards
Who couldn't use printable note cards and thank you cards? Printable Thank You Cards from Melinda Tomasello Just a few weeks ago around Valentine's Day, my designer friend Melinda shared a really fun Valentine's Day printable and idea with you. I told her that anytime she has something ...
Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole
This Overnight Blueberry French Toast Casserole was perfect for my son's sleepover! I've had a lot of recipes lately! We love french toast, but I needed something to prepare the night before when my son had a few friends sleep over. Although if truth be told, I don't really see why you can't ...
Ombre St. Patrick’s Day Votives
I am so excited to share with you my friend Tanya from Twelve O Eight. You're going to love these Ombre St. Patrick's Day Votives. I still can't believe she lives in my area! I've twisted her arm to share her talents with TCB once a month! See more St. Patrick's Day ideas for crafting and ...
Banana Mango Coconut Milk Bread
You know the story "If you give a Mouse a Cookie"? Well, that's how this Banana Mango Coconut Milk Bread came about. I was making a delicious dinner of Coconut Curry Chicken Thighs, that only used 1/4 cup coconut milk. This left me with almost a full can left over. I just couldn't throw it ...
Crockpot Peanut Butter Pork Loin
I could eat every meal out of a bowl. I love meals you can just scoop up and eat. Who needs side dishes? This Crockpot Peanut Butter Pork Loin was the perfect dinner that had ton of veggies, brown rice and a very delicious pork loin. Crockpot Peanut Butter Pork Loin Friday morning I ...
DIY Marbled Glassware Using Nail Polish
I fell in love with this idea on Pinterest a bit ago,followed the link to this site and knew I HAD to try this! DIY Marbled Glassware Using Nail Polish was much easier than I expected! It's like a little science experiment right in your kitchen. A smelly one, but easy.DIY Marbled Glassware Using ...
Banana Praline Bread
This recipe for Banana Praline Bread with a caramelized glaze will make you drool. The bananas make it moist, making it perfect for snacking for breakfast. Banana Praline Bread Recipe Actually the recipe is Apple Praline, but I changed it to Banana's because I had a couple of ...
Make Full Size Photo Booth Photo Strip
A few years ago, I was on our local ABC affiliate morning show, AMNW showing Portland this easy DIY project. How to Make Full Size Photo Booth Photo Strip. It's the perfect DIY wall decor project because it's EASY! I have used it in several places in my home and it's now in my Teen Hangout in our ...
Chalkboard Valentine Printables {diy garland}
Chalkboard Valentine Printables make it so easy to create Valentine decor. Create a garland like I did, or print it and frame it! Just the other day I got a sweet email from a past feature, Olive Rue. She no longer has a blog, but she's got a really cool Etsy Shop. So of course I headed over to ...
Crockpot Tomato Alfredo Lasagna
It's Slow Cooker Sunday! We love lasagna in this house and my family LOVED the Crockpot Tomato Alfredo Lasagna I made. I rarely make it the regular non-crockpot way anymore. Crockpot Lasagna is the way to go. It's so easy and we like it, so it's a keeper. Crockpot Tomato ...
Hot Cheesy Bacon Dip
The best party dip you'll ever make is this Hot Cheesy Bacon Dip! Cream cheese, lots of bacon, lots of cheese and the perfect blend of seasoning keeps you coming back for more! I should NOT have this in the house. Good thing my husband and son love this dip, so it will be gone soon. This Hot ...
Simple Guacamole Recipe with Salsa
This easy and simple guacamole recipe with salsa is made with avocados, chunky salsa, garlic, and lime juice. Make it chunky or smooth, it all depends on your taste. It's guacamole time! Do you know how I know that? Because the Super Bowl is this weekend and we MUST make this simple ...
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
It's been a whirlwind around here. Lots of traveling this past week, which meant I didn't use my crockpot once. Now that's a record! I'm sure my family could have used this Crockpot Breakfast Casserole in my absence, but they survived.........probably on sugar cereal. (which I don't allow during the ...
Free Valentine’s Day Printables
Free Valentine Printable Gift Tags for all your Valentine gifts! I am NOT a graphics designer....... just in case you thought I was.But I do like to mess around on PicMonkey and pretend I am.Today I made these!FREE VALENTINE'S DAY PRINTABLES! This simple circle has many uses. I ...
Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub
Making your own body scrubs with sugar or salt is easy and economical. This Homemade Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub exfoliates and moisturizes any skin type and only has 2 ingredients. It can be scented with essential oils if desired. I've been talking a lot lately about dry skin remedies. I ...
Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff {Slow Cooker Sunday}
This is one of those winter meals. Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff is the kind of comfort food that is perfect for the weekend or any weeknight meal and now I'm adding it to my Slow Cooker Sunday series. It doesn't require a lot of steps or ingredients, so this rates high on my list for "busy day ...
ACV Lemon Honey Water
My go-to natural cold remedy is ACV Lemon Honey Water. It's just a hot cup of Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar, honey, lemon and really hot water. This may not cure my cold, but it sure helps me feel better. My son shared his cold with me. I'm on my first day. You know.....sneezing, clearing ...
Crock Pot Sweet Pulled Pork
My crock pot has been working in overdrive lately. I've got a few recipes to share with you for many upcoming Slow Cooker Sunday's. This Crock Pot Sweet Pulled Pork was a HIT! It ranks right up there with my Copycat Cafe Rio Chicken. Although I've never had it, I have a sneaky suspicion this recipe ...
