Every Spring, I like to give my kitchen a good deep cleaning. It’s the most used room in our home…with meals and snacks being created multiple times per day…along with the baking and canning projects I like to do over the Fall & Winter. So come Spring…it is definitely time for a thorough, top to bottom cleaning & organizing. You may remember that I have chatted on this blog before about organizing a kitchen into zones and organizing a fridge for healthy, fast food at home, but I don’t think I have ever shared how I go about doing a Read More »
My Flower Garden: Week 2
A few weeks ago, I shared with you a plan for a new gardening project that I was working on and how we had built a raised bed in our yard for this project. Then I shared in this post how on Monday, May 12, I planted my new garden with the help of Miracle Gro™’s new flower magic. It was the fastest and easiest garden I have ever planted and it literally took me about 10 minutes in the middle of a very busy day. All I did was SHAKE and WATER! And I now have this! Two weeks ago, it was this: Read More »
20 Best Tin Foil Packet Recipes for Camping & Grilling Season
Ok! Who’s ready for camping season? Put up your hand if you are! It has finally arrived and we couldn’t be happier! It’s our favourite way of enjoying time together with meals outside, fishing in the mornings, swimming in the afternoons and campfires at night. And with camping season comes lots of delicious tin foil pack recipes that are perfect for grilling. I love cooking in tin foil packets because it’s a great way of keeping food moist and juicy AND if you make individual dinner packs, there are no dishes to wash! With the help of the archives here Read More »
6 Beautiful Outdoor Decorating Ideas
It’s here! It’s time to LINK Up your amazing projects! We are looking for your creative projects so we can have the BEST Outdoor Extravaganza party ever! And the best part? Your projects will be seen on all 6 blogs! Here are this week’s amazing creations from all of your hostesses from left to right and top to bottom: Tips for Creating a Beautiful Outdoor Space by Angie of Echoes of Laughter Outdoor Conversation Area by Lucy of Craftberry Bush DIY Pool Storage Rack by Tiffany of Living Savvy Outdoor Lounging Area by Shauna of Satori Design for Living Outdoor Living Room by Dawn of Read More »
5 Tips for Creating A Beautiful Outdoor Space
Hello sweet friends! We just celebrated the Victoria Day weekend here in Canada, and that meant that many of us were busy planting and getting our outdoor spaces ready for summer weather. I love, love, love this time of year and I spent the weekend planting flower pots, washing outdoor furniture and creating a beautiful outdoor space for us to enjoy for the next few months. This space becomes our summer hangout for the summer where we like to enjoy a drink, share a meal or entertain, and I want it to feel and look fabulous. So, I thought I Read More »
Planting A Flower Garden
So you may remember last week, I posted about a new gardening project that I am working on and how we built a new raised bed in our yard for this project. I am so excited to get this project going, and this past Monday {May 12}, I got busy and planted my new garden with the help of Miracle Gro™’s new flower magic. And with the soil raked and ready to go, I have to say that it was the fastest and easiest garden I have ever planted. It literally took me about 10 minutes in the middle of Read More »
Delicious Basil Watermelon Lemonade
There is nothing like cool sips on a hot day in summertime. And this drink right here….it tastes heavenly! It’s the refreshing taste of lemonade with a sidekick of watermelon and basil…and it is so good that everyone in my family loves it and requests it often. And when you create some pretty fruit stir sticks to serve it with, it not only quenches thirst, but feels like a really special treat. I have had a love affair with fresh basil for many years. The fragrant smell and taste works well with salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, drinks and many other Read More »
Planning & Budgeting for Prom/Graduation
This year is a BIG milestone for our family as our oldest child is graduating from high school in a just a few weeks. And with this milestone comes the special celebration of a graduation formal dinner and dance for our daughter, who has been looking forward to this special evening for months. She has been looking at formal gowns since Grade 11…all while dreaming about what her dress for this special night might look like, along with ideas for hair and makeup. And as any parent who has a child graduating from high school knows, the costs to make Read More »
6 Amazing Flower & Plant Projects
It’s here! It’s time to LINK Up your amazing projects! We are looking for your creative projects so we can have the BEST Outdoor Extravaganza party ever! And the best part? Your projects will be seen on all 6 blogs! Before we get started, let’s have a look at the amazing projects that we created for the Outdoor Extravaganza! Projects From Left to Right From the top row: Chevron Stripe Flower Pots by Angie from Echoes of Laughter {That’s me!} Aged Terra Cotta Pots by Kristin from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia Easy Garden Theme Hostess Gift with Jar Printable by Shauna from Satori Design for Living How To Read More »
Easy Chevron Stripe Flower Pots
The colours of Spring & Summer have arrived at our home, and I cannot wait to share this easy DIY Chevron Stripe Flower Pot project with you! Not only is it super easy, but with the addition of flowers…it will add the most amazing rainbow of colour to any space. I created this project to wake up the front porch so that it looks fun and fresh for the months ahead! And you can create your own rainbow of colour too….let me show you how! I kept this project budget-friendly by using dollar store flower pots in an assortment of Read More »
Create An Outdoor Camping Kitchen
Hello there! I am so thrilled to join together with a group of bloggers to bring you collection of fantastic tips, ideas and recipes for Camping Season 2014! Camping each summer is a right of passage for my family. It can’t be summer unless we have a few weekends of camping…that is just the rule ’round here! I am so excited to share how we create and organize an outdoor camping kitchen or our ‘glamping’ kitchen…which is a super cool name that makes a rustic experience sound all the more fun! I love cooking and preparing meals outside when the Read More »
Designing & Growing A New Flower Bed
I am so excited to begin this new gardening project. You see, my husband and I have been talking about building some raised flower & vegetable beds in our back yard for some time now, and we are finally going to put our small dreams into action. The plan is to have a series of both small and large raised beds built into this small flat area of our yard which has a retaining wall to hold back the higher elevation. We plan to add herbs, vegetables and a cutting flower garden for me! I have wanted a cutting garden Read More »
A Beautiful Table for Mother’s Day
I adore pretty tables, and with Mother’s Day just around the corner, a lovely table in shades of purple is perfect for any Spring brunch or lunch. There is nothing better than a home-cooked meal and great company to make a meal special. Ever since Pantone announced the colour of the year, Radiant Orchid, I have been positively dying to create something with it. And what a wonderful way to celebrate Mother’s Day and create something special by using a fresh colour scheme. For this table, I created a table favor of a plant pot…painted with radiant orchid and nestling Read More »
How I Clean Less with My Smudge-Proof Kitchen
Some of you may remember that last year I had the amazing opportunity to work with Frigidaire Canada and test drive a brand new Frigidaire Gallery Fridge & Stove. As a busy mom in the kitchen, I cannot tell you how excited I was to be able to have these new appliances in helping me stay organized in the kitchen and in getting meals on the table in record time! But now I want to share with you another awesome benefit to having these appliances in my kitchen….I clean less! Yes! I said LESS. The reason that I clean less? Read More »
Living Room Refresh For Spring
This week as I put away the last of the Easter pretties, I did some refreshing in our living room to give it some new energy. I love ‘playing house’ and moving things around. Sometimes moving decorative accessories like vases and adding fresh flowers can breath new life into a room so you are instantly in love again. For this round of refreshing, I decided to go around the house and pluck anything turquoise and bring it in the living room for a look that says “Hello Spring!”. One of the things that I adore in any room is a Read More »
Spring Salad with Avocado Olive Oil Dressing
It’s that time of year where menu planning moves from warm soups and hot chilis to cool, crisp salads and grilling dishes! There is nothing I like better than a crispy salad with bright vegetables and a delicious homemade dressing. This salad is amazing on it’s own for lunch or dinner, or feel free to add some grilled shrimp, chicken or beef to it if you would like to add more protein. You know how with each season, you might find yourself making a favorite recipe over and over again? Well…this is our right now! This salad is so good Read More »
Grilled Curry Lime Pork Kabobs with Roasted Curry Cauliflower & Rice
It’s heeee-re. Grilling season that is! Can you feel the excitement in the Spring air and the smell of food cooking on grills wafting around the neighborhood? We sure can! And we decided to have a family dinner to celebrate being able to grill in flip-flops and not snow boots for a change! What is so special about a family dinner you ask? Well….with teenagers in the house, getting all four bodies in the house at meal time can be like nailing jello to a wall. So when there’s a night where there’s no sweaty sports practice somewhere for one Read More »
Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Icing
One of the things that my family loves is the smell of tasty treats baking in the oven! It is such a warm, comforting aroma to have wafting through the house. And some of our favourite flavors include the colour orange…like orange-cranberry, or this delicious & moist Minute Maid® recipe for Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Icing because it has both oranges and carrots for a hit of great taste and nutrition. These Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Icing take a bit of time to mix, but the reward is well worth the effort! With Minute Maid® Orange Juice providing Read More »
Join Us for the Outdoor Extravaganza Link Parties Starting Soon!
Hello sweet people! I hope you had a wonderful long weekend! I spent lots of time with my family and friends sharing good food and laughter. It was so fun and I had such a nice break! I am so excited to share with you that this year I have been invited to join these ladies to help host the 2014 Outdoor Extravaganza Link Parties! We invite you to share and link up your wonderful projects for Spring…be it specially crafted planters, colourful planters, deck decorating, flower bed design, or paint projects that give your home even MORE awesome curb appeal! Read More »
Pretty Easter Wreath With DIY Ribbon Flowers
Hello sweet readers! Today I cannot wait to share this pretty pastel Easter wreath with you! I had so much fun making the DIY ribbon flowers and I love how it turned out. Now if someone could just get rid of this snow! I brought this Goodwill-find wicker wreath to life with these pretty DIY ribbon flowers that I made with ribbon from May Arts. I love using May Arts ribbon for my projects because they are such high quality ribbon in such beautiful patterns and colours! And if you are intrigued to make your own ribbon flowers, let me Read More »
Flowers & Chicks Easter Baskets {Craft}
Hello sweet friends! If you visited me yesterday, you know that I shared this tutorial on how you can easily make colourful & pretty flower lollipops for Spring. Today, I want to show a cute little craft project that can be created with a recycled yogurt container, flower lollipops, green paper grass and some cute dollar store chickadees…these adorable little Flowers & Chicks Easter Baskets. Here are the supplies you will need and you know how I love to do things that are very budget friendly so most of these things can be picked up at the dollar store….with the Read More »
Make Flower Lollipops for Spring
I love colourful projects and these flower lollipops for Spring just make my heart happy! I first made these with my daughter 8 years ago when she was in Grade 4 and since then, they have always been one of my favourite things to make for Easter and Spring. And despite their pretty sculptured look, they are surprisingly simple to make with a few supplies. I have made these with lollipops with kids and it’s so fun to watch them experiment with colour. One year, my daughter and some of her friends even made some tie-dye looking flowers that were Read More »
Veggie & Cheese Flatbread Wedges
With a a busy family, I often find it so helpful to have a few large size flatbreads in the freezer that can be quickly and easily turned into either appetizers, lunch or dinner. And with the help of different toppings and ingredients, a multitude of different flavours can be created. Recently when making a flatbread to serve as an appetizer, I decided it would be fun to mix in a little India and with the help of one of Patak’s cooking sauces, I was able to create a flatbread with the wonderful layers of flavours of India, vegetables and Read More »
Bunny Mocktails
I am so absolutely thrilled to be guest-posting on Tatertots and Jello this week! I have been reading TT&J for at least 6 years and I adore all of Jen’s projects. She has recently been renovating a 1905 Cottage and it is fabulous! Hop on over and say ‘hi’ and check out my project of Bunny Mocktails, along with all of her amazing projects! Wishing you an amazing weekend!
Easter Banana Pops
Happy Spring! I hope you are well and that the snow will soon be leaving your neck of the woods! I love all of the pretty pastels and ice cream colours that Spring and Easter bring to our surroundings. It’s so refreshing after a long winter. Since the Chocolate Pecan Bites were so popular at my house a few weeks ago, I just couldn’t resist making these banana treats again and giving them a new ‘outfit’ for Spring. They look so pretty, while being the easiest thing in the world to make! This is a great afternoon activity for little Read More »
Chicken Clubhouse Bites on Skewers with Sriracha Mayo Dipping Sauce
At my house, simple food rules when people are hungry and want something to eat fast. These yummy skewers are de-constructed clubhouse sandwiches with a delicious sriracha mayo dipping sauce that adds just enough spice to perfectly marry the flavours of the chicken, ham, tomato and cheese.These bites can easily be made ahead of time and served as an afterschool snack or as an appetizer with frosty drinks. My son and husband love these and eat them almost as fast as I can make them. And sriracha mayo dipping sauce…oh my word! Have you tried this? It is so good Read More »
Healthy Bunny Snack {Gluten Free, Nut Free & Dairy Free}
How are you dear readers? I learned an important lesson this week. You see, I skipped meal planning on Sunday and well….that was SO not a good idea! I could not think of what to cook for dinner this evening and had to go through the freezer to frantically find something at the last minute. However, while I was bending over deep in the freezer, I did spy things that will make meals for the rest of the week. Phew! Being frantic at dinner time is not a good thing! When it comes to kids and snacks, it always Read More »
Spinach Salad Bites
Hello dear friends! Lately I have been really into serving food in small size portions. There is just something fun about taking a dish and de-constructing it.These little Spinach Salad Bites are a fun spin on traditional spinach salad that can be served as an appetizer or snack.. With a little dipping sauce or drizzled salad dressing, they are a great way to get kids to try new foods too. They are also a great summer time appy for when days are warm and you like to serve something that is great with iced tea or wine and doesn`t require Read More »
Pot of Gold {Craft}
I love simple crafts for kids that use recycled materials. I don’t think Moms should have to spend a lot for their kids to have fun, so lately I have been concentrating on crafts that start with recycled materials from around the house. This “Pot of Gold” craft starts with some single serving yogurt containers that have been painted black. And what little one doesn’t love to paint? So let’s get out the newspapers and get busy with this fun and easy craft! Here is what I started with….a single serving container. You might have other plastic containers that Read More »
Irish Cream Brownie Bites
There is some serious sunshine and snow-melting temperatures happening in my city right now, and I am seriously happy about that. And while my chillens were at school today, I whipped up these little Irish Cream Brownie Bites for an after school treat to celebrate the coming St. Patrick’s Day, as well as this cute little craft project. Instead of using the alcohol Irish Cream, I used the Irish Cream coffee syrup for all of the flavour without the alcohol. And take heart if you don’t have time to bake or baking is not your thing….then buy the two bite Read More »
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