Everything Smurfy

Smurfs are back!  It’s so exciting to share them with my kiddos.  Many a Saturday morning was spent singing “la LA la la la la LA la la la la” Smurf stuff is popping up everywhere.  Check out what I found…   Smurf Bento.  Do I see blue rice?  Love it! source Homemade Papa Smurf […]

Oatmeal Creme Pies

I used to go nuts for the original Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies. I think I went through a box a week while I was breast feeding. It was out of control! I couldn’t get enough. Then one day I looked at the ingredients and thought about coming up with a version without partially hydrogenated […]

Lemon-Soaked Berry Cake

The pops of blueberry in this super moist cake make this the perfect treat for Spring!   I’ve made many blueberry muffins and cakes.  But… This is the first time I’ve soaked the cake with lemon and  WOW, what a difference!  Lemon-Soaked Berry Cake 3 C Flour 2 tsp Baking Powder 1 1/2 tsp Salt 1 […]

Sea Salt Caramels

Deep breath – I’m about to share one of my MOST FAVORITE recipes EVER!  Homemade Sea Salt Caramels!! They’re oh so very addicting and I don’t mean that lightly.  Once made, this barely lasts a full day around here.  It’s just something about the sea salt, sugar, and cream. A little background – So there […]

Secret to Beautiful Blog Photos – Light Box

I’ve been interested in getting (or making) a white box for a while.  The effect it has on pictures is just gorgeous.   It’s basically a mini white tent with filtered lighting.  I’m sure you’ve seen the picture – we all have ’em.  The obnoxiously over flashed, too close, cluttered background photos.   I think […]

Cookie “Wings”

I’ve found one of the most adorable treats.  They’re mug-hugging cookie wings made with a special, yet super simple cookie cutter.  Who doesn’t love a sweet treat along with their coffee or tea?  When I saw these, I thought they’d be perfect for a holiday party or even a shower. This post contains affiliate links […]