I love baking with my daughter and we both love chocolate so we thought it would be fun to make Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes. I love this recipe from Add a…
Are you looking for a fun after school craft idea? These succulent unicorns are easy, super cute, and fun to create. All you need are small terracotta pots, acrylic paints,…
Recently my daughter and I hosted a brunch for our Mother/Daughter Book Club. The book we chose was called, The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley and…
Lately I have been obsessed with the television show The Great British Baking Show. With the arrival of Fall there is nothing better than some comfort baking. Those of you…
I love putting together gift baskets so I couldn’t resist creating a Mojito Drink Basket to kick off Summer. I found a small crate basket at Michaels and filled it…
Spring is in the air and it’s time to let the party planner in you blossom. Celebrate spring with a garden party, spring fling or a tea party. Today I…
Recently my daughter and I read Mr. Popper’s Penguins. We enjoyed the book so much that we were thrilled to learn that there is a movie with John Cary loosely…
My daughter and I made a new holiday tradition this year. We put on some Christmas Music and filled a bowl full of cranberries and another full of popcorn and…
My cocktail of choice these days is a Moscow Mule. For the holiday season I thought it would be fun to mix it up by adding Gingerbread flavor. To share…
I love gingerbread flavor almost as much as pumpkin spice. If you need a last minute gift for neighbors, teachers or friends consider making a jar of this Gingerbread Caramel…
I love the look and feel of flannel. Here is another easy holiday DIY that takes less than 30 minutes. Supplies: 2 yards of flannel 6 yards of pom poms…
Last year I had so much fun hosting a Wreath Making Workshop with Juniper Flowers where Jean Louise walked us through how to make our own Holiday Wreaths, that this…
This is such a fun and easy DIY and can serve as the perfect little holiday gift. I found my tea cups at Home Goods for $1.99. You can find…
Looking for a fun holiday treat? These Christmas Tree Cupcakes are easy to make and your kids will love them. To make these, just use the recipe below or your…
One of my favorite childhood memories is making Christmas Cookies with my Mom. Now that I am a mom myself it is something I look forward to each year. We…
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… My daughter and I love to bake Holiday Cookies together and I thought it would be fun to have some festive printable…
As you can probably tell I love autumn. The colors of the leaves are so beautiful. We thought it would be fun to put together some easy leaf themed crafts.…
Maybe you’re not one of those people who loves autumn like us, but the cool, crisp air and crunchy leaves makes us want to bake pies and drink apple cider.…
I love fall mornings and the perfect breakfast. I also love gift baskets. So I thought it would be fun to put together a Breakfast for Two Gift Basket. I…
The holidays are right around the corner and following the Emily Post table setting rules can be overwhelming. Below are some quick tips and a downloadable cheat sheet. Forks:…
Most holidays have become better since having a child. Halloween is definitely one of those holidays. I wish I could save up all the excitement about dressing up and going…
Do you need a quick and easy Halloween treat? These Mummy Cupcakes are just for you. All you need are chocolate cupcakes, a flat frosting tip, a pastry bag, some…
The beginning of Fall is right around the corner and I am starting to crave Fall food. You can head here for a delicious fall appetizer using fresh seasonal ingredients.…
For my daughter’s birthday this summer a friend made her a pom pom pillow. It was so cute and her friend told me that she used a pom pom maker…
We have had such amazing summer weather in Seattle this year. To cool off after a hot day, one of our favorite treats is a Tropical Papaya Pineapple Smoothie. Ingredients…
It may only be August but I am starting crave fall food. And with fall comes scarves. Here is an easy way to make your own that is perfect for…
Who doesn’t love Banana Splits? August 25th is National Banana Split Day. While it is traditionally served in a bowl with ice cream. We took a different spin by using…
We have a couple more weeks of summer vacation before school starts and my daughter and I have gotten our crafty on. One of our recent craft activities was making…
Recently I used Bandanas as filler for gift baskets which led me to think about other uses for the pretty squares. My daughter is always looking for a bag to…
If you ask me the best part about camping is making S’mores. I am a huge S’mores lover. Recently I was asked to put together favors for a Company Picnic. …
Have you seen the new Wonder Woman movie yet? I grew up watching the Wonder Woman television series so I couldn’t wait to see the movie. And it did not…
If you grew up in the 70s/80s you may remember Vanilla Wafers. This snack brings me right back to my childhood. One of my mom’s go to desserts included Banana…
One of my favorite summer time activities with my daughter, Adeline, is to go strawberry picking. We live in Seattle so we love to drive out to the country a…
If you don’t want to throw a big 4th of July Party you can still celebrate with a picnic. I loaded a picnic basket with all the things we needed…
Recently I came across White Claw Hard Seltzer. It comes in three flavors, Natural Lime, Ruby Grapefruit and Black Cherry. My favorite is the Black Cherry. I am having so…
One of the things I love about summer is berry season. And blackberries are one my favorites. So you might not think of Hot Chocolate as a summer time drink…
This time of year there is such beautiful fruit available at local Farmers Markets. Peaches especially are so good on a hot day. Here is a fun summer drink recipe…
I am obsessed with succulents right now. I also love to combine party and learn, so I was excited to host a Succulent Social Hour to benefit the French American…
These easy to make fresh flower napkin rings are perfect for your next brunch, bridal shower or dinner party. You can customize the rings with whatever colors you want based…
The smell of lavender is so relaxing. Combine that with some lemonade and you are sure to melt all your worries away. This recipe makes a beautiful drink for adults…
If you are like me, it is often a huge effort just to get dinner on the table some nights. With all the pressure to eat clean and avoid processed…
Summer is right around the corner and I am always in the mood for a refreshing drink. Here is a recipe to make your own homemade Limoncello. I found cute…
Break out the hats and Mint Juleps, time to start planning your Kentucky Derby Party. Churchill Downs® also known as the “Home of the Kentucky Derby®” is located in Louisville,…
April 22nd is Earth Day! Celebrate our plant by hosting an Earth Day party, community clean up, or an eco-friendly celebration. It is a great opportunity to raise environmental awareness,…
It is almost time for the Easter Bunny to Visit. Easter Baskets don’t just have to be for kids. For those that know me well, know that I love giving…
Easter is such a fun holiday and this year we thought it would be fun to put together a Easter Party for our Peeps. It seems people either love or…
It is that time of year when we start thinking about planting our garden. I love being able to go out there pick fresh carrots, snap peas and cherry tomatoes.…
Mardi Gras season is in full swing and you don’t have to live in Louisiana to celebrate. Now while you may think that nothing sounds less kid-friendly than Mardi-Gras, the…
I have always loved Valentine’s Day. I just love everything about it, and anything heart shaped. As soon as the New Year arrives, I excitedly unpack all of my Valentine’s…
When we visited Paris for a week this Christmas, there was nothing more delightful then sipping a cup of vin chaud from a street vendor as we strolled through the…
This year, due to our travel schedule, we decided not to get a Christmas tree. My daughter was so disappointed that I decided to throw a Tree Trimming party for…
Recently I had the opportunity to partner with Juniper Flowers, located in Seattle, to offer a Winter Wreath Workshop. I just love the smell of fresh greens this time of…
Friendsgiving-the celebration of Thanksgiving with your friends. This celebration isn’t just for adults. We used a day off from school to celebrate by inviting a couple of my daughter’s friends…
My daughter is growing up so fast and I love crafts that capture her as she grows. When she was two years old I was flipping through a magazine and…
Looking for a simple Halloween decoration that you can make yourself in very little time? Well these egg carton bats are just the thing. All you need is an empty…
I just love the Fall. There is something about the crisp air and turning of the leaves that fills me with warmth. This year, I decided to celebrate the season…
There are two types of people. People who are tired of the Pumpkin Spice/fall obsession and people who are driving the Pumpkin Spice/fall obsession. Guess which camp I fall into? Really, though,…
I absolutely love this time of year! You can just feel the excitement in the air as families start getting ready for the new school year. One of the best…
Pineapples are huge this year, and I just couldn’t resist jumping into summer with some sweet treats starring this super tasty fruit. These were very easy to make, fun, and…
After a long, cold winter, springtime may make you want to break out in a happy dance. If so, you’re in good company, as many cultures around the world celebrate…
This apron project is simple and inexpensive, using only a few items. It is so quick and cute that you will want to make more than one! Make one for yourself…
This weekend I wanted to make donuts but with a healthier spin. It was so easy and fun. All you need is a mini donut pan and some basic ingredients and…
Looking for something fun to do on an ordinary day? No day has to be ordinary. Find out what is special about each day with a simple Google Search, and turn it into…
I’m assuming most everyone is aware of Disney’s newest film release, “Pete’s Dragon.” I will also assume that others know it to be a re-make of the 1977 film of the same…
With the round, yellow sun in the sky, it’s clear why the lemon is considered a summer fruit. I recently found Theo’s Limited Edition Lemon Chocolate Bar, and it inspired me. It…
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