Isn’t it almost unbelievable that it’s a new year already?! This past year was filled with good times and happy little moments in my family and I’ve been looking for a way to easily remember everything.  While searching on Pinterest for mason jar craft ideas I found the inspiration to make a DIY … [Read more...] about Make this Mason Jar Craft! Dollar Store DIY New Year Memory Jar
Make this Mason Jar Craft! Dollar Store DIY New Year Memory Jar
How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution – for real this time!
We’ve all been there. A resolution is set and we’re excited that this will finally be the year! I will do it this time! Then something happens along the way and we don’t achieve our goal as we planned. Only a very small percentage actually achieve their New Year’s resolution. In fact only about … [Read more...] about How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolution – for real this time!
Remembering Proper House Guest Etiquette
Being a guest in a friends or family member’s home can be a great way to spend time with the people you care about during the Holidays or really any other time of the year. Last week I posted some pointers for anyone who may be hosting so I felt it was only natural to also give some friendly … [Read more...] about Remembering Proper House Guest Etiquette
5 Family Traditions for a Memorable Christmas Eve
The Holidays and Christmas is a great time of year to spend with family and loved ones and to join in with the traditions of the season. Whether you’re looking to start some traditions of you own or are thinking of adding to your family’s festive activities, this list of 5 Family Traditions for a … [Read more...] about 5 Family Traditions for a Memorable Christmas Eve
Preparing your Home for Guests
Having guests over during the holidays and other special occasions can be so much fun!  Often times though, as hosts we can get a little stressed preparing our homes. Preparing your home for guests doesn't have to be stressful!  Keep in mind these pointers when preparing for guests and … [Read more...] about Preparing your Home for Guests
Dollar Store DIY No Sew Christmas Tree Skirt
I'm happy to say that I've put the Christmas tree up and I didn't leave it until the last minute this year! One of the things about decorating a Christmas tree that I never seemed to get around to do in past years is using a tree skirt. I'm not sure why I've never had one before but it really … [Read more...] about Dollar Store DIY No Sew Christmas Tree Skirt
6 Awesome Frugal DIY Decor Ideas for the Holidays
I'm always in search of easy and inexpensive DIY projects to try out. Â Please take a look at these awesome DIY decor ideas for the Holidays! Â All of these projects could be done in an afternoon or less and use inexpensive materials. Â The best thing about these projects is that they don't look … [Read more...] about 6 Awesome Frugal DIY Decor Ideas for the Holidays
7 Tips to Avoid Holiday Overspending
Overspending during the holiday season can seem almost unavoidable but there are some things that can be done to help keep your budget in check.  I've been there - as most people have - and overspending can happen so easily!  So, with Christmas and the holidays fast approaching these are my top tips … [Read more...] about 7 Tips to Avoid Holiday Overspending
Chocolate Candy Cane Eclairs
If you're looking for a dessert this holiday season to impress your guests this would be it! Â These chocolate candy cane eclairs a lot easier to make than you think too! These chocolate candy cane eclairs are surprisingly easy to make and are so delicious and lovely! Â You honestly don't need … [Read more...] about Chocolate Candy Cane Eclairs
Easy No Bake Cherry Dessert Cups
These no bake cherry dessert cups are so easy to make and are perfect for special occasions and for holiday entertaining!It's almost hard to believe that my son is now 20 months old - seriously, who made the clock speed up?! As a little mini celebration I made these easy no bake cherry dessert … [Read more...] about Easy No Bake Cherry Dessert Cups
7 Questions to Ask Yourself When Planning Homemade Gifts
Giving a homemade DIY gift can be a great way to save some money during special occasions and holidays but how do we know the gift will be appreciated or even liked? Personally, I love receiving homemade gifts however unfortunately some people don't feel the same and secretly dread receiving … [Read more...] about 7 Questions to Ask Yourself When Planning Homemade Gifts
Pecan Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookies
These delicious little cookies are so good IÂ guarantee you'll have to have more than one! I really enjoy cookies that have an old fashioned quality to them and these definitely fit into that category. Â Growing up back in New Brunswick, Canada on my grandparents farm is such a special memory to … [Read more...] about Pecan Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookies
Better than Restaurant – Silk Creamy Cashew Chicken Curry
I recently had the opportunity to review NEW Silk Creamy Cashew and to also develop a recipe using the product. I'm so excited to share my recipe with you as it turned out remarkable! {This is a sponsored post on behalf of NEW Silk Creamy Cashew. I received compensation and samples of the product … [Read more...] about Better than Restaurant – Silk Creamy Cashew Chicken Curry
Mushroom Gravy Smothered Pork Chops
These delicious breaded pork chops smothered in mushroom gravy are so easy to make and are addictive!This recipe for mushroom gravy pork chops is another one of those recipes that my little family can't get enough of. I always make sure that I make enough so there's plenty for another helping … [Read more...] about Mushroom Gravy Smothered Pork Chops
Dollar Store DIY Glitter Princess Trinket Box
This awesome little glitter princess trinket box was created using items from the dollar store and cost under $4 to make! I was so pleased with how this turned out that I'm considering giving this as a homemade gift box for someone this Christmas - but I'm not sure yet - I might just keep it for … [Read more...] about Dollar Store DIY Glitter Princess Trinket Box