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Easy DIY Halloween Costumes

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Stumped for Halloween costumes ideas this year? No worries at all- I have you covered! Today I am showcasing Easy DIY Halloween Costumes that you can create for your family using items found from your local Goodwill Store. Last year, … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Holidays

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Photo Credit: Nancy Lary Studios Preparing for the holidays can be a stressful time for families Planning ahead and breaking the preparation down into manageable steps is key to holiday survival. This year I will be hosting our family’s Thanksgiving, … Continue reading →

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Sponsor Spotlight: Flourish Boutique (Coupon Code)

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Today I just wanted to say thank you to one of our advertising sponsors that has been so good to me over the years. Flourish Boutique is known for not only helping women find outfits and accessories to make them … Continue reading →

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How to Make Chalkboard Pumpkins

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If there is one thing you know I love around here it is chalkboard paint. Chalkboard painted pumpkins are a fun way to avoid the pumpkin carving and allow your kids to unleash their inner Picasso. Chalkboard pumpkins are easier to … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Duct Tape Pumpkin

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Carving pumpkins isn’t for everyone and I am so excited to share with you this easy craft for a duct tape pumpkin that you can pull out year after year. You may have never even noticed the patterned duct tape … Continue reading →

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Easy Cupcake Photo Picks

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Halloween is drawing near and along with all of the costume fun comes many opportunities to share treats at school and fun parties. Today I wanted to show you a fun and easy way to dress up a cupcake with … Continue reading →

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The Good Life for Less: My First Book Available NOW!

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After much waiting and years of hard work, I am so excited to share with you that, “The Good Life for Less,” (my first book, published by Penguin) is now available in bookstores nationwide. This is, perhaps, one of the … Continue reading →

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Spaghetti Cupcakes

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Tired of the same old weeknight food routines?  I have the perfect kid-friendly and fun recipe that your kids will absolutely love and so will you. Today I am sharing a recipe for Spaghetti Cupcakes that will put those taco … Continue reading →

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Painted Address Pumpkin Topiary

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One of my favorite things about Fall is the fun crafts that I get to do with all of those beautiful Fall pumpkins! Today I wanted to showcase an easy painted address pumpkin topiary that you an create with just … Continue reading →

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Throw a Board Game Party with Goodwill

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This week I am crafting my little heart out over at the Goodwill Tips blog. Today I am showcasing some cute crafts you can create with supplies bought from your local Goodwill store for a fun board game party with … Continue reading →

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