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Creative Easter Centerpiece Ideas to Brighten Your Home

Easter is a time of renewal, and what better way to celebrate than by bringing a touch of springtime cheer into your home with beautiful centerpieces? Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or...

Unleash Your Inner Hero: A Guide to Throwing an Amazing Avengers Superhero Birthday Party

Are you ready to assemble the ultimate celebration for your little superhero? Look no further, because I’ve got the perfect guide to help you throw an unforgettable Avengers-themed birthday...

Three of the Best Bewitching Kid-Friendly Halloween Mocktails

Halloween is creeping around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some spine-tingling sips for your little monsters? Transform your kids’ Halloween party into a spooktacular...

The Best Spooktacular Halloween Popcorn Recipe

As Halloween approaches, it’s time to whip up some wickedly delicious treats that will leave your taste buds spellbound. One snack that perfectly captures the spirit of the season is Halloween...

Fall Into Autumn: 5 Tips for Decorating Your Front Porch

As the leaves start to change colors and a crispness fills the air, it’s time to transform your front porch into a cozy, inviting space that celebrates the beauty of fall. Whether you’re a...

Spooky Decor on a Budget: DIY Halloween Branch

Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s time to conjure up some spooktacular decorations for your home. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly and easy-to-make decorating idea...

Revitalize Your Fall Decor: Easy DIY Upgrades for a Cozy Home

As the leaves begin to change colors and the crisp, cool breeze of autumn fills the air, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home with a touch of fall charm. If you’ve been holding onto...

Spooktacular Amazon Halloween Entertaining Finds for a Hauntingly Good Time

Halloween is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your spine-chilling soirée. Whether you’re hosting a costume party, a spooky movie night, or just want to add some...

The Ultimate Collection of Halloween Decor Finds

Introducing Spooktacular Amazon Halloween Finds! Are you ready to transform your home into a haunted haven? We’ve got just the items you need to take your Halloween decor to the next level...

Transform Old Ceramic Pumpkins with Textured Spray Paint

The arrival of fall marks the beginning of a season filled with warmth, coziness, and vibrant decorations. If you’re looking to infuse your home with a touch of elegance, why not consider...

The Best Fall Decorating Tips: Warm Florals and Cozy Accents

As the leaves start to change and the air gets crisper, it’s time to transition your home decor from the bright and airy vibes of summer to the cozy and inviting ambiance of fall. Whether...

Making Back-to-School Magical: Easy Celebration Ideas

The start of a new school year is approaching, and as a parent, you want to make it a special and magical experience for your child. To celebrate this significant milestone, no matter what grade your...

Sparkling Barbie Bliss: A Delightful Martini Cocktail and Mocktail

Indulge in the whimsical world of Barbie-inspired concoctions with our Sparkling Barbie Bliss cocktail and mocktail! This delightful drink not only tastes heavenly but also looks incredibly...

Fragrant Summer Stovetop Potpourri Recipe Ideas

As summer arrives, we all strive to create a refreshing and inviting ambiance in our homes. One delightful way to achieve this is by simmering stovetop potpourri, infusing the air with a symphony of...

5 Captivating Summer Dinner Party Themes for Unforgettable Gatherings

Summer is the perfect time to gather friends and family for a delightful evening of good food, refreshing drinks, and unforgettable memories. One of the best ways to make your summer dinner party...

4 Must-Have Amazon Car Essentials for a Hassle-Free Ride

When it comes to optimizing our driving experience, having the right car essentials can make a world of difference. From keeping your vehicle clean and organized to ensuring the safety and comfort of...

Fun 4th of July Ideas for Celebrating with Kids

Independence Day is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate with your little ones in a fun and festive way. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or heading to...

Easy Appetizer Ideas for a 4th of July Party and Summer Get-Togethers

With the 4th of July just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your patriotic party menu. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, a poolside gathering, or a picnic at the park...

Elevate Your Kitchen with These Amazing Amazon Finds

The kitchen is the heart of every home, and having the right tools and accessories can enhance both functionality and aesthetics. In this blog post, we’ll explore my favorite Amazon kitchen...

Top 10 Father’s Day Gift Ideas: Approved by Dads for a Memorable Celebration

I can’t believe June is already here which means Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s time to honor the incredible fathers in our lives with heartfelt gifts that show...

Graduation Gifting Made Fun and Effortless: Surprising Graduates with Money

Congratulations to all the graduates out there! It’s a time for celebration, achievement, and new beginnings. As friends, family, or well-wishers, we often want to mark this special occasion by...

Hosting the Ultimate Memorial Day Party: Food, Decorations and Activities

Memorial Day is a day to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. It’s also a great opportunity to gather with friends and family to celebrate the freedoms that...

Top 8 Birthday Party Themes for Kids in 2023

Hosting a birthday party for kids is always an exciting and fun-filled experience, but choosing the perfect theme can be a bit of a challenge. With so many options available, it can be hard to decide...

Disney World Tips from a First Time Visitor

This past month we took our first vacation to Disney World. It was both Luke’s and my first time there. Sean had been when he was younger than Luke, so he only remembers a little bit of it and a...

My Favorite Travel Essentials

We recently just went on our first “big” vacation since Luke was born over 5 years ago. We have gone on lots of weekend getaways, but this was the first time that we flew somewhere. Our...

Bathroom Favorites That I Found on Amazon

We recently remodeled our spare bath and decided to change out the faucet and bathroom hardware. I ended up looking on Amazon first to see what they had before driving out in the snow to the stores...

Easter Learning Activities for Kids

Since Easter is coming up, I made a fun learning activity for kids. If your little one is anything like mine, they will love these fun activities (and learn at the same time).  Easter Egg Hunt: The...

Easy DIY LED Light Strip Accent Lighting Review

After receiving several requests recently for information on how we added the lighting to Luke’s accent wall in his bedroom (from my earlier post on Accent Walls), I wanted to put out a post on...

DIY Light Up Marquee Numbers

These DIY light up marquee numbers are the perfect addition to any party. They are 2.5 feet tall, easy to make, and cost me less than $20!   We just threw a 70th surprise birthday party for...

Painting Kitchen Cabinets – Part 1 of Kitchen Remodel

It has been a month, but we finally finished out kitchen remodel except for the flooring. I decided to break up the remodel post into separate parts otherwise this post would be extremely long. For...

DIY Textured Paint Lamp Upgrade

With Spring coming, I’ve been working on freshening up my house and home decor. Once I put away our Christmas decorations everything seemed a little bare. I was looking for something to add to...

How to Easily Install Cabinet Hardware Using a Jig Tool

We are still in the middle of our kitchen update and just finishing up painting the cabinet doors and drawers. Prior to the finish coat of paint, we went through and drilled out the holes for our new...

5 Fun Things to Do with Your Kids While Waiting for Spring

There is still snow on the ground here in Michigan, even though it’s already March. Some days are still cold and nasty outside, so a perfect time to post some fun and inexpensive ideas to do...

Cookie Monster 1st Birthday Theme

This is going a little back in time, but a friend of mine was recently looking for 1st Birthday party ideas. I figured it would be a perfect time to create this post. I had so much fun planning...

Easy Trick to Hang Pictures

If you’ve ever had to hang a picture with the double hooks, you know it can turn into a frustrating task leaving multiple holes in the wall and maybe not even ending up with a level picture...

DIY Floating Shelves

I love the look of floating shelves. Unfortunately, I have found that a lot of the storebought shelves are hollow, meaning if anything heavy is put on them they start to warp. Depending on the length...

Valentine’s Day Activity

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I wanted to put out a fun activity for kids. If your little one is anything like mine, they will love these fun activities (and learn at the same...

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle 5th Birthday

Cowabunga! My son just turned 5 and is crazy about Ninja Turtles. Unfortunately for me, at the time of planning there wasn’t a ton of Ninja Turtle party supplies available. I ended up getting...

Transform Your Home with Accent Walls

If you’re looking for some accent wall inspiration, you have come to the right place. Accent walls can be a simple way to upgrade the look of a room and give your house a custom feel. We have...