Holidays

I created Valentine’s Day card templates that can easily be customized by adding your own photo! School photos work very well for this; you just need to use Canva’s background …

My picks for the best Christmas books for kids, from the classics I grew up to my daughter’s favorites. Growing up, my family had a tradition that Santa’s elves brought …

A Chicago Gift Guide with apparel for men, women, and children that shows our pride for our incredible city, plus local products and unique experiential gifts. Chicago Gift Guide: I’ve …

This Men’s Gift Guide is inspired by my husband’s favorite things, from the softest tee shirts to the briefcase he’s used for five years. Several items are right at the …

A list of thoughtful and memorable teacher gift ideas under $50. I’ve assembled a collection of gifts that includes practical items, little luxuries, games, and a DIY option. Selecting a …

A women’s gift guide of carefully curated gifts that features well-made and functional gifts. Spanning a wide range of price points, these are memorable gifts that will be loved for …

A guide of gifts for little kids that features the absolute MVPs of my four-year-old’s toys. These are toys that she has been playing with for years. My collection of …

A list of Best Thanksgiving Pies from a classic pumpkin pie to my family-favorite Bourbon Butterscotch Pie. Looking for something delicious but totally different? Try Blueberry, Basil, Goat Cheese Pie. …

I am sharing the best holiday crafts since my home basically turns into Santa’s workshop during the holiday season. I think that Christmas crafts are a fun and festive way …

Learn how to make salt dough Santa ornaments! This super easy DIY project can be given to friends and family as gifts! You and your child can choose how involved …

Today I am sharing my gift picks for my two-year-old daughter, Gwen. Some of these gifts were picked because Gwen loved playing with them at her cousin’s house. When we …

Holiday Movie Bingo! Your cheesy holiday movie watching just got better. Pour some wine, light a fire, pick a movie from this list of 140 Holiday Movies to Stream, and …

It’s no secret that I LOVE holiday movies! Today I am sharing my picks for the best holiday movies to stream now. The Best Holiday Movies to Stream Now: I …

These easy Easter recipes will make entertaining easy. This recipe collection covers brunch, appetizers, main courses, desserts, and cocktail recipes. I chose recipes that are impressive but easy so that …

This guide of what to bring to a cookie party has easy to prepare options plus more advanced baking recipes. The holiday season has arrived, and you might be wondering …

While Thanksgiving will look different this year, we will still be celebrating. Our celebration might be smaller, but the menu will still include potatoes, so I have rounded up my …

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Jewel-Osco. All opinions are 100% mine. Today we are preparing for the holiday season by talking about Jewel Osco’s …

A collection of easy costume ideas for men! Many of these men’s Halloween costumes can be assembled by using things you probably have at home already. During our 3+ months …

Cream Cheese Cookies have been a staple at my parent’s Christmas Eve party since before I was born. These two-bite cookies with a taste similar to cheesecake are irresistible – …

I gathered up over 25 gift ideas to help you with your holiday gift giving. I chose a mix of brands I own and use plus some gift ideas that …

Happy Friday! I have a little treat for you – I made Hallmark Movie Bingo cards. This is the perfect way to make your weekend movie watching a bit more …

Roasted carrots are definitely the easiest side dish, and when they are seasoned and roasted they are filled with natural sweetness and lots of flavor. This simple recipe takes just …

This complete guide with step by step instructions for cooking beef tenderloin will show you how to make a flawless beef tenderloin. I’ll cover everything including how to buy, cook, …

Caramelized onion and blue cheese stuffed pork tenderloin is a meal bursting with rich flavors that is perfect for a special occasion or holiday meal. I wanted to create a …

Today I am partnering with Harry & David to introduce you to the new Harry & David Gourmet collection. Does anyone else remember their family getting Harry & David gift …

These Christmas dinner menu ideas will help you plan a memorable meal for your family. Christmas is just around the corner, so today I am sharing Christmas Dinner Menu Ideas. Here …

This Roasted Acorn Squash with Crispy Prosciutto is a delicious and memorable side dish. I love acorn squash, and this Roasted Acorn Squash is a perfect holiday side dish. The squash …

This Winter Sangria mocktail is a delicious alcohol free drink to serve at parties. I have reached the age where I need to serve a nonalcoholic drink option when I …

Easy Creamy Spinach takes just 15 minutes to prepare on the stovetop, and the crispy breadcrumbs give it an oven baked taste. This easy Creamy Spinach recipe is perfect for …

This simple recipe for Honey Maple Glazed Ham is perfect for the holidays. It is easy to make and feeds a crowd. Get the step by step recipe here. What …

Yesterday I shared gifts for travelers, and today I am sharing a gift guide for foodies! Hostess Gifts These gifts are so lovely you are basically guaranteed to be invited …

Holiday shopping season is in full swing, and today I am sharing a gift guide for travelers. Charles and I teamed up to compile a massive guide including travel technology, …

Happy Thanksgiving! My favorite day of the year has finally arrived! I am home in Maine celebrating with my family, friends, and two favorite dogs. I hope that everyone has …

These snowmen cupcakes can be made from scratch, or you can decorate simple store-bought cupcakes to turn them into snowmen cupcakes. Either way, this dessert will charm guests at any …

Today I am sharing a comprehensive list of the best Thanksgiving recipes. Here is a list of appetizers, side dishes, turkey recipes, desserts, and cocktails to help you plan your …

This Caramelized Onion, Pear, and Blue Cheese Galette is an elegant and easy to prepare side dish with bold flavors. The combination of caramelized onion and blue cheese is one …

While I love turkey and look forward to eating it on Thanksgiving, I realize that not everyone feels that way. Today I am sharing recipes that are alternatives to serving …

I love sharing Thanksgiving recipes, and for the past few years I have been sharing complete Thanksgiving menus. In the past I focused on sharing classic Thanksgiving recipes like the …

I love creating a different Thanksgiving table setting each year. In the past I have shared traditional fall table settings with gourds and mini pumpkins, but this year I wanted to …

This Chorizo Sage Stuffing recipe is the BEST Thanksgiving stuffing recipe. Your family will be going back for more of this delicious homemade stuffing with chorizo, sage, fresh apples, and …