Just a quick note to wish you and your family a Happy Holidays!Happy Holidays! ... continue reading...
A Beautiful DIY Cookie Packaging Tray
This Beautiful DIY Cookie Packaging Tray idea has been rattling around in my brain for the whole month of December. I wanted to create an easy but beautiful cookie tray that can be given away as gifts. This little project just takes a few minutes to assemble and it is the perfect gift for friends and family year round.*The following post contains affiliate links. ... continue reading...
Christmas Home Night Tour
This is my first Christmas Home Night Tour, and I'm beyond thrilled to share our holiday house with a marvelous group of bloggers. You see, a night tour is on my blog bucket list, but I rarely photograph our home at night. So, I quickly did a little bit of research and I got to work. But, I won't bore you with that information since you are here to visit my evening Christmas home night tour.Oh, and did I mention that you are in for a holiday treat!*The following post contains affiliate ... continue reading...
Yams Baked in Orange Sauce Recipe
This Yams Baked in Orange Sauce is a refreshing recipe that goes perfectly with most dinners. We love it for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner parties. It is so cool that it can be made ahead of time which helps when you are hosting a big crowd for dinner. Also, I feel that the taste gets richer with each passing day.Speaking of yams, have you ever wondered the difference between yams and sweet potatoes? Make sure to check out the answers below since I think that I should have named this ... continue reading...
How to Make Your Own Homemade Christmas Card
This time of year, I'm always ordering our holiday cards. But, I fondly remember that I used to always made our own Homemade Christmas Card. Now, don't you feel that we all send out similar cards? So, if you want a card that is a bit more unique and special then maybe you might like to make your own. ... continue reading...
Easy Washi Tape Christmas Ornament DIY
Today's fun craft for the holidays is an Easy Washi Tape Christmas Ornament DIY. If you are looking for a quick 5-minute craft than this is the perfect project for you. ... continue reading...
Brown Butter Sugar Cookies with Chocolate Ganache
Brown Butter Sugar Cookies with Chocolate Ganache is an irresistible recipe. I'm a bit of a novice when it comes to baking, but about ten years ago I found this great recipe from Gourmet Magazine and it was all about brown butter. This cookie is delicate and the flavor is incredible. The original recipe calls for fruit preserves between the cookies and this is where I modified it with a chocolate center.Who doesn't love a chocolate ganache in between two perfect sugar cookies?Ok, this ... continue reading...
Chocolate Thumbprints Cookies
If you love cookies then you will love my favorite Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies! I say the only problem I have with these delectable cookies is that I can't stop eating them. In fact, my daughter always asks that I make them for her.You'll find they will instantly become a family favorite cookie!Another family favorite is my mom, Amy's Almond Cookie. Oh boy, you need to make them too. ... continue reading...
9 Simple Ways to Add Holiday Cheer to a Bedroom
A warm welcome to this year's home tour! Today, I'm sharing 9 Simple Ways to Add Holiday Cheer to a Bedroom. I know that you're thinking, does anyone decorate their bedrooms for Christmas? Well, our bedroom is my oasis at the end of a busy day, and it always makes me smile when I lie beneath my cute Christmas lights over our bed.Isn't that the best way to end a day?*The following post contains affiliate links for your convenience ... continue reading...
A Cottage Christmas Home Tour
This year, I'm calling my holiday open house, A Cottage Christmas Home Tour. I'm so honored to be among 46 bloggers on this Christmas holiday tour. A big Thank You to Krista from The Happy Housie who is our fearless leader!Also, welcome if you are joining me from Confessions of a Serial DIYer.Just a note that when you get to the end of my post, there is a list of all the fabulous bloggers.*This post contains affiliate links ... continue reading...
17 Cozy Holiday Pillow Ideas
I scoured the internet for 17 Cozy Holiday Pillow Ideas and here is what I came up with for you. If you are lost on what to add this season, why not just buy a few cute festive pillows? That's maybe all your home needs to freshen it up for the holidays.I recently bought a Pottery Barn velvet pillow that I absolutely love. I bought it on sale, and they still might be on sale. Here is how it looks in my living room at the moment. ... continue reading...
DIY Christmas Village Wreath
This DIY Christmas Village Wreath was inspired by Martha Stewart's Magic Village Themed Christmas Wreath. Have you seen her incredible wreath from a couple of years ago? Well, I fell in love with it the minute I saw it on the Martha Stewart's Living Magazine cover.So, recently I set out to make a similar wreath, but of course, my wreath went on its own little adventure. The results are what you see here in this post.*The following post contains affiliate links ... continue reading...
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix with a Gift Tag
I know it's a busy time of year and we're all scrambling to come up with gifts for family and friends. Well, don't panic because I have you covered with my homemade hot chocolate mix with a gift tag. This hot chocolate recipe is simply the best. I love that all you have to do is add water or milk and within a couple of minutes of warming it up on your stovetop, you'll have a yummy gourmet tasting hot chocolate. And if you like chocolate, make sure to check out my Gluten Free Peanut Butter ... continue reading...
Shop My Merry and Bright Holiday Decor
Ok peeps here is My Merry and Bright Holiday Decor. I'm happy that I pulled this list together for you despite our Thanksgiving shenanigans. The thing that inspired me to write this post was the request by a newsletter subscriber, Tessa who asked for more shopping posts. So, I got busy and found all my favorite things for the holiday, and I will publish a few different lists over the course of the next several weeks. Today's merry and bright holiday decor is the first installment.As you know ... continue reading...
French Apple Custard Tart
If you like custard, you'll love this unusual apple custard tart. But don't just take my word for it, bake my French Apple Custard Tart in your kitchen and I promise you will fall in love with this wonderful dessertI love apple desserts so much that I have another post of 11 Apple Tarts. Today, I just made one of the recipes and I must say that it is now one of the best apple tarts I have ever had. ... continue reading...
Black and White Cottage Christmas Mantel
I find that every year my holiday color scheme is a mystery to me. You see as a blogger, we are somewhat committed to change up our holiday decor. This task can be a bit daunting but thankfully my Merry and Bright Holiday Gift Tags quickly set the stage. And so far I'm pleased with my Black and White Cottage Christmas Mantel. And for an added bonus I combined the color of pink for a bit of pizzaz!Isn't it hilarious how one thing will determine everything?*this post contains affiliate ... continue reading...
17 Tried and True Best Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes
Have you ever made a recipe and had it flopped? It's so frustrating to invest all your time and money and not have a great meal to serve your family. Well, today my friends and I are sharing our families tried and true best Thanksgiving dinner recipes!*the following post contains affiliate links ... continue reading...
Copycat Recipe of Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
My Copycat Recipe of Starbuck's Pumpkin Bread Recipe is very similar to the one you'll find at a popular coffee shop! I don't know about you, but once the weather changes I love to bake and this recipe hits the spot.I just made some loaves and sugared walnuts today and our house has the wonderful smell of pumpkin and spices. I'm craving a piece right now, but I think I'll save my slice for tomorrow's breakfast. ... continue reading...
My Prince Flock King of Christmas Tree Review
It is official, the holiday season has begun. My trees are up, and this post of my Prince flock King of Christmas tree review is the today's topic. If you are thinking of buying these trees, perhaps my honest opinion will help you decide.Welcome to my review, but first things first. If you are joining me from Edit and Evelyn a big hello is in order. Cindy's gorgeous flocked tree is decked out in her master bedroom. You are in for a big treat since this tour includes some remarkable ... continue reading...
Merry and Bright Holiday Gift Tags Printable
Are you like me and always in need of holiday tags? Well, this year I have these Merry and Bright Holiday Gift Tags Printable that I made just for you! Download the free printable today, and within a couple of minutes, you will have four different holiday tags. ... continue reading...
Free Holiday Printable Banner
Are you ready for all the holiday shenanigans? Well, I have the cutest free holiday printable for you. I loved the Pottery Barn tree script banner so much that I designed these after them. If you decide you like them, I am offering the printable in two colors. So depending on your decor, I have you covered. If you enjoy printables, then you might also like my free holiday gift tags.*the following post contains affiliate linksFree Holiday Printable I want to welcome you to the Christmas ... continue reading...
