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No Pain No Gaines…Because WHO doesn’t love Chip Gaines?!?!
I am 100 percent a Chip and Joanna Gaines fan. Not only their incredibly popular show, FIXER UPPER, or their undeniable talent for creating beauty, or even their amazing vision at Magnolia Market, but also CHIP AND JO…the people. They are just GOOD PEOPLE. I honestly think we could hang out and be best friends. I know that is what EVERY good stalker says, but hey, what famous Texan WOULDN’T want to come to small town Washington and hang out with a complete stranger??? All THAT to say…I REALLY admire Chip and Joanna, so when I was given the chance to receive an early copy of Chip Gaines’ new book…
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Lucky Charms Treats
Wanna know something funny…I did not try Lucky Charms Cereal until I was an adult. My sister was diabetic, and we never had cereal like that at our house. I had NO clue that the marshmallow shapes were not soft and chewy. The first time I tried them I was NOT impressed. The marshmallows reminded me of astronaut food. I guess my taste-buds are aging in reverse, because now I think they are delightful…haha. BUT wanna know how to make them EVEN BETTER?!?! Smother them in butter and ACTUAL marshmallows. BOOOM!! SO good!! Think of Lucky Charms Treats like Rice Krispie Treats cute little sister. Sidenote…these are especially fun for…
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Cherry Picking
I just don’t understand Daylight Savings time. Who are we trying to fool?? We all know that when my alarm went off at 6…it was really 5!! I am only one HOUR into it, and I am already exhausted. Today will include a nap for SURE!! You guys…I have been stressing ALL WEEK. I have to speak in church this week and public speaking makes my tummy hurt. I also cannot stop stress eating Cadbury Mini eggs. I am actually not sure WHY I keep buying them. BUT somehow when I start to feel stress, another couple bags just APPEARS in my cart. I am gonna look like an Easter…
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Decorating 101: 10 tips for creating a gorgeous vignette
I always get asked for tips on styling and how to create pretty vignettes. SOOOOO I thought I would share a few simple styling tips that can help you get started on creating the home of your dreams. I created a simple vignette for my coffee table, but I use the exact same ideas for shelves, tiered trays, dressers, entryways, etc. AND this is exactly where I begin when creating all of the displays for 509 Farmhouse. Once you get the basics of creating an eye appealing vignette, the possibilities for decorating are ENDLESS!! First off, let’s start with WHAT THE HECK IS A VIGNETTE?? This is what the dictionary…
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Recipe: Mud Pie Cups
Last month was Ethan’s birthday and he made a request for homemade mud pie for his party. Mud pie has been a staple at family birthday parties for as far back as I can remember, but Ethan threw a little wrench in my plans when he asked…”Can they each have a little individual mud pie…like a cupcake??” CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!!! I decided to TRY making Mud Pie Cups and SUCCESS!! We have found a new family favorite…Mud Pie Cups. A few helpful tips: Use pretty sturdy cups because the crust on the bottom takes some effort to get out…and you don’t want a destroyed cup raining ice-cream all over your house.…
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Cherry Picking
This post may contain affiliate links. So the highlight of my week…finding Key Lime Pie M&M’s. They are sooooo stinking good. I hope they keep them around through the summer…orrrrr I might just have to go buy ALL of the bags at Walgreens before they run out…haha!! I got to eat in a restaurant this week…whoop whoop!! Chips and salsa with friends…is there anything better??!! After this crazy year of lock down, I would settle for Burger King with friends…not even kidding. This was a fun week over on the blog. I added new cute March Printable Cash Envelopes AND St. Patrick’s Day Book Page Banner. Also, I shared spring…
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St. Patrick’s Day Book Page Banner
Have you had a Shamrock Shake yet?? Don’t ask how I know, but they make a good breakfast!! Haha. I have to be honest, I don’t do much to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. I don’t think I own ANYTHING green. I have never had corned beef…I don’t even have a clue how one would go about corning a beef. Cabbage has NEVER been on my menu…not one time since I left my mom’s house. And I actually don’t know another single St. Patrick’s Day tradition. BUTTTTT I did make a super cute Shamrock Book Page Banner and listed them in the ETSY SHOP. ORRRRR if you want to create your…
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Book Review: Relentless Solution Focus
I am usually not much of a self-help book reader, but if 2020/2021 has taught me ANYTHING, it is to expect the unexpected. I was gifted this book and was TOTALLY intrigued by the Subtitle…TRAIN YOUR MIND TO CONQUER STRESS, PRESSURE, AND UNDERPERFORMANCE. If there is ONE thing I feel on the daily, it is stress, pressure, and guilt. So I hopped right into reading Relentless Solution Focus by Dr. Jason Selk. RLS (Relentless Solution Focus) is actually less of a self help type book, and more of a plan for living a more action driven life. My favorite part of the book is when Dr. Selk states that we…
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Walmart Wednesday: Style on a budget
Happy Walmart Wednesday guys!! Guess what?? I went INSIDE Walmart this week!! I am a BIG fan of Walmart pickup…BIG FAN!! BUT it was fun to wander the aisles again and I found some super cute items I wanted to share. So buckle up for my Walmart finds of the week!! I have had these laundry tins in my cart on multiple occasions, but never pulled the trigger because…well my laundry room is a pit of unhappiness…haha. But seriously there is nothing cute about it. It is always piled with clothes and lost items and bags of dogfood. BUT I may need to just grab these and plan an entire…
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March Printable Cash Envelopes
Holy moly…how is it March already!?!? I TOTALLY forgot to share the listing for my March printable Cash envelopes until a sweet follower reminded me!! I was still sitting there like it was mid-February and I had plenty of time. This month’s printable cash envelopes are a combination of shamrocks and cute green tartan, with a vintage feel. AND you get 15 options of colors and styles. That green plaid has my heart for sure!!! We are over two months into 2021, how are you feeling about your finances so far?? If you are not sure where to start?? Start HERE and then click HERE to see all of my…
