Thanksgiving is coming and it is time to start planning! What's for dinner? Pumpkin pie or pumpkin cheesecake? Two tables or one? Should I add Thanksgiving decorations to the living room or is the mantle enough? Glamorous tablescape or farmhouse tablescape? … [Read more...] about 12 Amazing Thanksgiving Tablescapes Perfect for Every Decor Style
Holidays & Seasons
Farmhouse Chic DIY Painted Pumpkin Fall Centerpiece
I love decorating for Fall. There is just something so comforting and cozy about pumpkins and pinecones and gourds and cornstalks, and the change in weather is usually a welcome relief. This year I am lucky enough to be able to put together two Fall centerpieces- one for our … [Read more...] about Farmhouse Chic DIY Painted Pumpkin Fall Centerpiece
Christmas Spending- Stay on Track & Save Money With Our Budgeting Tools
Can you believe it's almost Christmastime? This year has FLOWN by! It seems like we were just cutting down our tree and decorating for last year not that long ago. Well, it is almost here and Christmas doesn't wait. That's why the time to start getting organized for Christmas is … [Read more...] about Christmas Spending- Stay on Track & Save Money With Our Budgeting Tools
Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa (with the cutest little yummy cookies!)
When my kids were little we made hot cocoa all the time. Now that they are grown-ups, and don't come inside from playing in the snow or after a chilly, rainy softball practice, I don't have many reasons to make hot cocoa. BUT, this past weekend was different because both of my … [Read more...] about Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa (with the cutest little yummy cookies!)
12 Perfect DIY Holiday Gifts Your Girlfriends Will Actually Love
Can you believe it is almost Christmas? I know! Me either. There was a time when I had all of my shopping done by October. Not anymore! It is definitely time for me to start planning this year's gifts for our family and friends. I *love* gift giving. I really make … [Read more...] about 12 Perfect DIY Holiday Gifts Your Girlfriends Will Actually Love
7 Gorgeous Cocktails to Complement Your Rose Gold Obsession
I am in love with rose gold lately! Actually, not just rose gold, but all shades of pretty pinks and golds and all things girly. Maybe it's after decades of preferring dark colors. Maybe it's the after-effects of having daughters. Or maybe shades of pink are … [Read more...] about 7 Gorgeous Cocktails to Complement Your Rose Gold Obsession
Last Minute Cocktails for Your 4th of July BBQ!
It's noon somewhere! (Is that how it goes? That's how it goes around here when we have a full house of weekend warriors- cheers!) This holiday is no different, so I thought I should probably find some fun cocktail recipes on Pinterest! With the 4th of July being on a Wednesday … [Read more...] about Last Minute Cocktails for Your 4th of July BBQ!
10 Ridiculously Fun Ways to Entertain Kids at Your BBQ
Patriotic Party Season is upon us! We live on a lake, so between my nephew and the neighbor kids, there are quite a few kids to keep occupied when the adults are done with "lake time" and need a water break! I thought I would turn to my favorite friend, Pinterest, for some fun, … [Read more...] about 10 Ridiculously Fun Ways to Entertain Kids at Your BBQ
DIY’s to Make This a 4th of July to Remember! (Plus a few free printables!)
Can you believe it is almost the 4th of July?! I can't! Considering how long winter was here in western Michigan, this summer is FLYING by! I wish I could make it stop because we had snow in April and I am nowhere near ready for summer to be over. Last summer my husband and … [Read more...] about DIY’s to Make This a 4th of July to Remember! (Plus a few free printables!)
Take your BBQ to the Next Level with this Awesome Party Menu!
Can you believe it's already BBQ season?! We love hosting BBQ's because they are always a great time with friends and family. This year we're going to try to take it up a notch and make it a little different each time. This Memorial Day we are going to have a house full … [Read more...] about Take your BBQ to the Next Level with this Awesome Party Menu!
10 Easy Patriotic Desserts You Can Make to Wow the Crowd at Your Next BBQ!
Holiday entertaining can take a lot of effort and BBQ's are no different. By the time you figure out the menu, and prep everything for the day, the last thing you need to be working on is an elaborate dessert. Ready for some super easy desserts? Here are 10 ideas for festive and … [Read more...] about 10 Easy Patriotic Desserts You Can Make to Wow the Crowd at Your Next BBQ!
Creative (and Inexpensive!) Ways to Spend Mother’s Day
Mother's Day is coming up quick this year! We have been so busy that I didn't realize it is next weekend until last night when my daughter asked me what we're doing for Mother's Day. Honestly, I was planning on being at our cottage in Michigan getting caught up on yard … [Read more...] about Creative (and Inexpensive!) Ways to Spend Mother’s Day
12 Awesome DIY Projects to Welcome Spring
Spring is right around the corner! I know- I can hardly believe it! It has been SUCH a long winter here in Michigan and we have had way too much snow for my liking. I am so ready to decorate and bring a little Spring indoors! Are you ready to welcome Spring with these awesome DIY … [Read more...] about 12 Awesome DIY Projects to Welcome Spring