Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
Are you even a Gen X’er if you didn’t have Ribbon Candy as a kid? My Grandmother used to put out beautiful crystal bowls filled with colorful satiny ribbon candy over the holidays. I think most of the candy I…
Did you procrastinate in buying gifts like I did this year? Never fear, there are still tons of fun and creative stocking stuffers you can get online (order by the 19th to ensure delivery) or do curb-side pick-up at…
In what appears to be a tradition that originated from Bavarian roots, either in Germany, or from American-Germans, the Christmas pickle or Christmas Gerkin is one that is popular with kids and adults a like. I mean what better way…
I was asked to bring a savory appetizer to last minute Christmas holiday gathering so this was the cutest & easiest appetizer that I could make on such short notice! Make sure you use a huge round sturdy platter. If…
We all know how big of a deal birthdays are, especially for our little ones. We’re always chasing that magical moment when their eyes light up as they tear into a present that just blows their minds. So, let’s chat…
Quality over quantity! That doesn’t mean you have to spend a ton of money, but if you exchange stockings with loved ones, here are some ideas that are thoughtful and useful. I love finding fun yet useful stocking stuffers and…
I absolutely love putting together gift baskets for friends and family. I try to choose items that I think are useful and of high quality. The Hygge Lifestyle has been very popular in 2022, especially in times uncertainty where we…
It’s that time of year again! I’ve been curating some fun picks that are useful (my number one rule of gift giving), clever and kind to our earth. Green Up Boxes I love boxes that combine a variety of items…
This post is sponsored by Wente Vineyards but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Time seems to speed up after Thanksgiving as we all rush around to shop, travel, attend school plays and cram in company parties….
I just participated in the Holiday of Play Toy Insider Event and here are my early toy picks that teach STEM, Socially Responsible or use Sustainable manufacturing. There are so many exciting & innovative toys and activities coming out, it…
Love creating succulent crafts? Then you’ll LOVE making these succulent Christmas Trees! They do take a bit of time and a LOT of succulents, but it’s so worth it! I was able to get a lot of succulent pups from…
Make this Zesty Jalapeno Lemon Jelly & share this tasty GREEN St. Patrick’s Day treat with friends and family! Canning is a great way to make shelf-stable jellies, although these often never make it longer than a few months at my…
Every holiday I can ever remember had pickled vegetables at our family gatherings. I’m not sure if the pickled food lends back to my German heritage, or my Southern roots from the Carolinas as both places seem to love their pickled…
I love a nice dessert to finish off a meal, but I don’t care for overly sweet treats. When given the choice, I tend to gravitate towards the cheese and fruit platter for dessert. I’ve created this easy sweet and creamy…
I’d like to think I’m a White Elephant expert as my items are ALWAYS highly sought after – heck, even fist-fight worthy! I jest, but really the point about having a White Elephant party is to have a mix of…