Are you hosting Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving this year? Or, do you just want to make your evening meals with your family festive? Either way, I’m sharing some simple dining table centerpiece ideas for autumn. There’s nothing better than gathering around the table on a cool autumn night and eating a delicious and piping hot chicken…
If you are familiar with Midwest autumns, then you know layering is key. The mornings are crisp and cool with the afternoons warming up a bit before the temps drop again in the evening. This is my favorite time of the year to dive into my closet. I love fall colors and knits are right…
I love mixing up my hairstyles to keep things fun and fresh. Today, I’m showing you how to do a bubble braid hairstyle on your hair. It’s easy and so cute. Think of it as the “non-braid” braid! Sometimes you’re bored with your hair and it needs to be washed, but you don’t feel like…
Coffee is an extremely personal thing. There are so many rich flavor profiles that it is hard to find the right one. One thing is certain, organic coffee is not only better for the environment, but it also tastes better. Let me tell you why. The words “organic” and “fair trade” seem like buzz words or trends, but…
There’s not much that tastes better in August than a sweet, delicious, homemade peach crisp. It’s like an ode to the passing summer season and a big ol’ welcome to the upcoming autumn season. Even better… is it is so easy and quick to whip up! You probably already have the ingredients in your pantry….
My motto has always been, “simple things can make a big impact,” when it comes to making a house a home. Maybe it’s throwing some paint up on the walls. Maybe it’s swapping out the window treatments. Whatever it is… it doesn’t have to be something you spend a ton of money on OR something…
A new school year… it’s kind of a big deal around here. I had intended on going to bed early so I could rise well rested and circumstances had me tossing and turning most of the night. Nevertheless, I rolled my tired body out of bed and padded toward the kitchen. It’s a blessing to…
Today, I’m sharing a simple, no-fuss DIY. I am, basically, in love with Christmas Rosemary everything- wreaths, table setting decor, garland. Plus, you get a bonus with the yummy smell wafting about your rooms. Here I started with a small bundle of fresh rosemary. You can pick some up in your produce section at…
As my kids have gotten older, I’ve tried to found easy Christmas crafts for them to do during our long days inside. We have done cinnamon ornaments, essential oil play-doh, and orange garlands. We have already done our orange garlands for the season, but we will dry some more to use on gifts this year…