When I was studying finance in college, one phrase was drilled into my head: “people plan to fail because they fail to plan”. I heard it so much I actually began rolling my eyes. However, as an adult, I have learned just how true this is. That’s why I’m super excited to share with you the Capital One…
Archives for November 2014
Over 100 Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Can you believe that tomorrow is Thanksgiving? That means that Black Friday is upon us and the holiday shopping season is officially open. To help give you some ideas, this holiday season, 5 bloggers and I joined forces to put together this amazing round up of Stocking Stuffer ideas. You will find over 100 ideas…yes…
Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Bacon Lovers
Have you noticed that bacon is everywhere these days? It’s like bacon became taboo and then became a symbol of all things super yummy. My boys are definite bacon lovers and they live by the mantra that, “bacon makes everything better”. So, I’m thinking that I may put some bacon goodies in their stockings this…
28 Christmas Wreaths to Make
Our porches were always, well, let’s just say ugly. As a result, I never put a wreath on my front door. Well, this fall, we finally had them redone and our house looks sssssoooo much better. As a result, I’m planning on making a Christmas wreath to adorn our front door. So, it was off to…
6 Snowman Crafts & The Project Stash Link Party
Well, Thanksgiving is just 8 days away. Can you believe it? If you’re still looking for ideas, I recently shared 27 last minute Thanksgiving ideas and how you can prepare Thanksgiving Dinner in just 1 Hour along with a $500 Gift Card Giveaway! However, it’s the arctic blast that we’ve all been experiencing that inspired this week’s features:…
Savory Sweet Potato Casserole with Rosemary & Pecans
Well, Thanksgiving is just 8 days away, can you believe it? Monday, I shared how you can get Thanksgiving Dinner on the table in just on hour! Today, I’ve joined 26 other amazing bloggers to put together 27 Last Minute Thanksgiving Dishes & Table Settings. Grab a seat ’cause you’re going to want to…
Thanksgiving Dinner in 1 hour with HoneyBaked Ham
This is a sponsored post for The HoneyBaked Ham Company. This shop was given merchandise to review and has been compensated. As always, all opinions are 100% my own. This year, I’m hosting Thanksgiving dinner. Yup! My folks have moved into an apartment and so that means everyone’s coming to my place. I really want this…
Cake Sprinkle Ornaments & Craft Lightning
There is a young lady who was a member of our Venturing Crew who always ordered sprinkles for her ice cream. Sprinkles just make everything fun, don’t you agree? I’ve made Glitter Ornaments before (a technique where the glitter is inside the ornament which means …. NO GLITTER MESS). So, could I use this same technique…
Maple Bacon Pecan Brittle
I have been in my kitchen experimenting with recipes inspired by my bacon loving boys! They live by the mantra that “Everything’s Better With Bacon.” Yesterday, I shared my recipe for Bacon Salt and I previously shared my recipe for Bacon Jam. Well, today, I’m taking bacon to a whole new decadent level. I blended…
Make Your Own Bacon Salt
There is a huge outdoor mall in Columbus that is absolutely amazing. If there is a store that you’re looking for, well look no further. It’s called Easton and you’ll find stores like Nordstrom, The American Girl Store, Crate & Barrel and TONS more. I rarely go there because it’s pretty far from my house….however,…