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Fuss-Free Festivities: 3 No-Bake Peanut Butter Delights for the Holidays

Fuss-Free Festivities: 3 No-Bake Peanut Butter Delights for the Holidays

The delectable duo of peanut butter and chocolate made easy. As the holidays approach, there’s a certain magic in the air: the warmth of twinkling lights, the aroma of cookies baking, and the joy of creating sweet moments in the kitchen. But who says every …read more

Monster Marshmallow Kabobs: A Spooky Treat on a Stick!

Monster Marshmallow Kabobs: A Spooky Treat on a Stick!

  What’s better than a bunch of mischievous monsters? Monsters made of marshmallows on a stick, of course, because, let’s face it, everything is more fun when it’s on a stick! These Monster Marshmallow Kabobs are a festive and frightfully fun Halloween treat the whole …read more

Spread the Warmth: Homemade Pumpkin Butter to Welcome Autumn

Spread the Warmth: Homemade Pumpkin Butter to Welcome Autumn

  As the air turns crisp and the leaves start to fall, nothing ushers in the coziness of autumn like the rich, spiced aroma of pumpkin. It’s sweater weather, and our kitchens are ready for all the warm, wonderful flavors that come with it. Whether …read more

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

Quick and Easy Treats for Every Occasion When love is in the air—or you just need a chocolate fix—Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are the answer. I was originally inspired to create this recipe by Valentine’s Day, but these sweet treats are perfect for any …read more

Hot Chocolate Boards: A Sweet Holiday Trend

Hot Chocolate Boards: A Sweet Holiday Trend

Hot Chocolate Boards: A Sweet Holiday Trend You’re familiar with charcuterie or cheese boards, right? Now, imagine the same concept, but with a holiday twist—a hot chocolate charcuterie board that’s as delightful to create as it is to enjoy. Well, it’s time for brie and …read more

Easy and Affordable Last-Minute Peppermint Gifts You Can Make in Minutes

Easy and Affordable Last-Minute Peppermint Gifts You Can Make in Minutes

Easy and Affordable Peppermint Gifts You Can Make in Minutes Find Last-Minute Gift Ideas on Candy Cane Lane If the holiday season had an official flavor, it would undoubtedly be peppermint. Crisp, cool, and unmistakably festive, peppermint is as synonymous with December as jingle bells …read more

Top 10 Summertime Boredom Busters for Kids

Top 10 Summertime Boredom Busters for Kids

  The kids get out of school this week and I’m in total denial about the whole thing. Seriously, I’m still thinking “what happened to April”?  I’ve mentioned before, our family homeschools but we take a break in the summer. That’s why everyone needs the …read more

How to make a Bird Feeder out of a Toilet Paper Roll

How to make a Bird Feeder out of a Toilet Paper Roll

  Need something cool to occupy the kiddies? (Or the kids at heart?)   Make a bird feeder from a toilet paper roll!   Wait! Don’t go! Hear me out.   This is a great summer fun activity. It’s so cool to see the birds …read more

How to make Five Minute Baggie Ice Cream

How to make Five Minute Baggie Ice Cream

If you have baggies, ice and milk – you’ve got everything you need for an amazing culinary experiment! It’s Five Minute Baggie Ice Cream!   It’s totally cool!   Get it? Cool . . . Because . . . ice cream . . .   …read more

How to make 3 Ingredient Puffy Slime

How to make 3 Ingredient Puffy Slime

    It only takes three ingredients and five minutes to make hours of fun. Let’s make some 3 Ingredient Puffy Slime!   This puffy slime is a highly tactile experience. What’s more, it’s oddly soothing. Subsequently, everyone who was around when we made this …read more

Marshmallow Easter Peep Kabobs

Marshmallow Easter Peep Kabobs

  Marshmallow Easter Peep Kabobs have a secret!   There’s a secret ingredient in this colorful Easter Bunny Peep Kabob.   An ingredient that costs hardly anything but makes your kabob stand out from the crowd!   I’ll give you a hint . . . …read more