How-To DIY Easter Baskets with Contact Paper

Easter is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to look for cute baskets. As you’re considering which baskets will hold candy for your guests, you might also consider making your own baskets. I thought I’d try my hand at it, and I’m sharing how you can too.   Materials:  Instructions:  TIP: Use a strong, qualityContinue reading “How-To DIY Easter Baskets with Contact Paper”

How-To DIY a Vintage Farmhouse Easter Basket

Easter is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to make your own Easter Baskets. I was inspired by vintage craft paper to make a Vintage Farmhouse Easter Basket. If you like vintage, farmhouse style then check this out!   Materials:  Instructions:  TIP: Let each layer of mod podge dry a little before applying another layerContinue reading “How-To DIY a Vintage Farmhouse Easter Basket”

Family Friendly Winter Break Activities

Are you excited to just rest for winter break? It’s a whole week with nothing to do but relax! However, if you’re looking for things to do or activities to keep your family entertained, then check out these family friendly activities for Winter Break.  Holiday Baking  Holiday baking is a really fun activity. Spend someContinue reading “Family Friendly Winter Break Activities”

Ultimate Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe

Ingredients Preparation Tips This Ultimate Peppermint Hot Cocoa can be overwhelmingly sweet. Add in the vanilla syrup, whipped cream, and marshmallows a little at a time. 

No “Trick or Treating” Halloween Activities

Not every family goes trick-or-treating on Halloween, even if they do celebrate. Or, maybe your family will go trick-or-treating this year, but since it’s a school night you might not stay out too late. In any case, here are a few activities your family can do on Halloween night to celebrate and spend time together. Continue reading “No “Trick or Treating” Halloween Activities”

How-To DIY Halloween Crafts

It’s Spooky Season, and the big day is almost here. If you’re looking for some quick at-home activities to do this weekend, then keep reading. I’m sharing a few easy DIY Halloween crafts that I used to decorate my house for Halloween. I hope you like them!  Witch’s Broomsticks  Supplies:  How-To:  First, find a broomstickContinue reading “How-To DIY Halloween Crafts”

Tips to Host a Graduation/ Birthday Barbeque

Recently, my family has had a lot of June Birthdays and Graduations. My aunt and two of my cousins decided to host a Graduation/Birthday Barbeque for all the graduates and the June Birthdays Crew. I’m sharing 5 tips to help you host a Graduation/Birthday Barbeque.  Tip #1: The Venue  You have to decide if youContinue reading “Tips to Host a Graduation/ Birthday Barbeque”

How-To Plan an Intimate Event: Spy Experience

I like to plan small-scale events because planning is in my nature. I decided to plan a small spy experience for my niece. As a birthday present, I put together a spy scavenger hunt because she has taken an interest in spying over the last year. Usually, I will plan Easter scavenger hunts for myContinue reading “How-To Plan an Intimate Event: Spy Experience”

How-To Plan An Intimate Event, Part Four: The Main Event

The day of the event has finally arrived! Although you might be buzzing with excitement, there are still some things that need to be considered and tasks to be completed. There are three parts to the main event.  Tip #1: How-To Plan An Intimate Event, Parts 1 – 3 It’s time to pull together allContinue reading “How-To Plan An Intimate Event, Part Four: The Main Event”

How-To Plan An Intimate Event, Part Two: Vendors

With every event you plan, you will encounter situations and questions about who will provide certain party needs and where you will get the equipment, materials, and more for the party. Who will cater the event? Who will provide the tables, chairs, tents, and linens? Who will provide the entertainment? Who will photograph the event?Continue reading “How-To Plan An Intimate Event, Part Two: Vendors”