A few weeks ago, Amanda from Beauty Green Cosmetics contacted me. She has just launched her own store of hand made organic makeup, and reached out to tell me that she was originally inspired by some of my recipes. Not only was a flattered, but I was touched by Amanda’s desire to create these beautyRead more
For centuries there have been games where children pretend to divine their future. From dripping wax into water, to casting a glance through a mirror over your shoulder, to a magic 8 ball, these types of games have always been a hit party game. So, in preparation for a Halloween Party my sister is throwing,Read more
I’m shocked and excited to admit that my itty-bitty-baby sister started High School last week. Can you imagine!? This teeny little thing that was always SO YOUNG compared to me is now a freshman. Ya’ll don’t even know how old that makes me feel. But, Kristy is an awesome young teen and she has beenRead more
Hey y’all, it’s Danielle again from Busy Mom’s Helper, and have I got a super-quick, delicious recipe for you today: Simple Chocolate Chip Cookies! With all the variety of recipes, sometimes it’s nice to go back to the fabulous basics you enjoyed as a kid! We’re now into September, which means school. Along with that comesRead more
Squee! I’m so excited to share my latest endeavor with you! For the past few months myself and 30+ other bloggers have been working to put together this e-book. Each blogger chose to write an article on a topic they are knowledgable in, and the result is an excellent compilation for beginners and experts alike!Read more
Ah, the joy of changing seasons. The crisp air, the colorful leaves, the promise of winter snow… and the icky feeling of stomach bugs and flu. Last year, about three quarters of my immediate and extended family got a stomach bug the day after Christmas. It came on so fast and over so many, that weRead more
I am all about shortcuts and sort-of homemade treats. If I can find a quick way to do something that still tastes delicious {like with my Mini Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops or Donut Hole Cake Pops}, then I am all over it. Like s’mores. I love, love, LOVE s’mores, but they’re kind of a painRead more
Happy Monday everyone!! I hope it has been a great weekend. And next week in the US we get a three day weekend! My sister came and stayed over this week, and we had a blast! She helped me make these awesome DIY dishwasher tabs. Check them out! [question]Alright, on a serious note. Are linkyRead more
Sometimes a craft is born from necessity. In the case of this craft, my sister and I had finished making The World’s Best Chocolate Chip Cookies and successfully dirtied every utensil and bowl in the house, when we realized we were all out of dishwasher tablets. Having seen variations on dishwasher tabs, I turned directlyRead more
Holy freaking cow. I know that a lot of SSM parties start with me expressing my shock at the time of year. (Seriously, I would bet that 8/10 begin that way.) But I am dumbfounded that August is half over. September is nipping at our heels! School is starting! Leaves are threatening to turn! IRead more
With Halloween right around the corner (Hello!? What happened to August!?), Renaissance Festival season in full swing, and our DnD adventures winding up, hubby asked me for some aged paper. Now, “paper” has a long history. Papyrus was made in Egypt from the cyperus papyrus plant found along the Nile. Its use dates backRead more
Happy Monday Everyone!! Its back to school for our year-round kids, and maybe some others too. Are you ready? Heck, are you just dying to have the house to yourself again? Maybe do a little crafting while the little ones are in their teacher’s care? Check out my Organizing with Binders post for some tipsRead more