Inspiration & Resources for the modern homemaker
The kids will love this free printable Halloween scavenger hunt. Walk or drive around the neighborhood and see who can find the most items. ‘Tis the season. No, not that season. The OTHER great holiday- Halloween! If you’re anything like me, you’re looking for something to keep the kids busy. But not something that requires too much effort. That’s where… Read More
Free printable Halloween bucket list. 50+ awesome ideas bucket list ideas: great for kids. Pre-filled & blank printable Halloween bucket list. I love Halloween. It might beat out Christmas for my favorite holiday. Haunted houses. Creepy movies. Spooky stories. All that black. Not to mention candy. And pumpkins. Now that I have a baby, I’m determined that we’re going to… Read More
These red, white, & blue muddy buddies (patriotic muddy buddies) are perfect for the 4th of July. Easy- and kids can help- and they look great! Everyone loves muddy buddies. They’re easy. They taste great. And I can make endless varieties. (Trust me, you can see some on the Puppy Chow & Barks page…and there will be more in the… Read More
Patriotic No-Bake Cheesecake. Amazingly easy, fabulously delicious, and perfect for any July 4th get-together. Aka- Wave Your Flag Cheesecake This dessert wanders around under different names. Patriotic No-Bake Cheesecake is my name. The top is often decorated in a flag-shape (instead of my alternating lines) and called Wave Your Flag Cheesecake. I use alternating lines because that way everyone gets strawberries AND blueberries… Read More
Deviled egg potato salad. Amazingly easy, simple, and most delicious potato salad you’ll ever eat. Bet you won’t guess the secret ingredient! I’ve been on a potato salad kick. I love potato salad. (I think I get that from my Dad). So I started researching potato salads. You wouldn’t believe how many types there are! First, I perfected Classic Potato… Read More
Easy spring flower pretzel bites. Sweet & salty flower shaped M&M pretzel treats with candy melts. Cute Easter pretzel treat. When I first saw these, I was thrilled. I love easy pretzel treats that are salty and sweet. Especially the easy part. I’m not kidding about easy. Put some candy melts on some pretzels. Melt in oven. Press M&Ms on… Read More
Best Classic Potato Salad: most amazing you’ll ever eat. I bet you won’t guess the secret ingredient! Easy potato salad recipe you’ll love. You wouldn’t believe the number of potato salad recipes I tested to finally discover the best potato salad. None were perfect, but by combining what I’ve learned with various recipes, I’ve done it. You’re going to love… Read More
Maple Glazed Ham with Cider Raisin Sauce. Easy, delicious, moist ham smothered with cider raisin sauce. Bone in ham; cooked in oven. As you may know by now, thrift is my constant challenge. There is little I like more than finding a new way to stretch a dollar. Maple Glazed Ham with Cider Raisin Sauce is a fabulous way to stretch… Read More
Red velvet cheesecake cake. This delectable dessert has white chocolate cheesecake, red velvet, and white chocolate cream cheese frosting. I have one of the most delicious desserts in the world. Red velvet cheesecake cake. And, yes, this is based on the delicious dessert by The Cheesecake Factory. While I haven’t gotten their recipe exactly (I can’t seem to shred white… Read More
Best 7 layer dip. This easy appetizer is guaranteed to be a hit. Refried beans, sour cream, taco seasoning, salsa, veggies, & more combined. I love entertaining. Probably because I love cooking and entertaining allows me to cook. A lot. But I don’t do meals. I do tons of appetizers, snacks, and desserts. People love to graze. 7 layer dip… Read More