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Orange Ginger Bath Soak


 February 27, 2010  

Simple household ingredients make up this fragrant and delightful bath soak that will help you forget your worries from the day.

Homemade marshmallows

Homemade Marshmallow Recipe


 December 16, 2009  2 Comments

The best thing about making your own marshmallows is you can do what you want with them. You can color them, flavor them, make them mini or make them gigantic. Homemade marshmallows will make you never turn back to store-bought marshmallows.

Cinnamon and honey butter

Cinnamon and Honey Butter Recipe


 November 26, 2009  1 Comment

This is one of the simplest ways to perk up your butter for spreading on breads, muffins, and pancakes. You only need three everyday household ingredients to make this cinnamon honey butter.

French Door Refrigerator from Electrolux

Kelly Ripa and the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund


 June 9, 2009  1 Comment

Kelly Ripa has hooked up with Electrolux to help promote the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. This is something that I am extremely passionate about. Cancer is very real, and awareness is very important. It can only help better our cancer research and build a brighter future, especially for our children.

Getting the most out of your yard


 May 10, 2009  

A great way to yield better plants while being environmentally friendly is by composting. One man’s garbage is truly your garden’s treasure. Just toss in any kitchen bio-waste (eggshells, veggie scraps, coffee grounds) and you will be on your way to a healthier, happier garden.

Frozen grapes

Frozen Grapes


 January 2, 2009  2 Comments

This is an easy, healthy way to get your sugar fix. Simply freeze a ziplock bag full of grapes, green or red. Once frozen, they will have a sorbet-like texture and are absolutely delicious.

toasted-pumpkin-seeds

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds


 October 25, 2008  2 Comments

How to toast pumpkin seeds - it’s much more fun than throwing them away. The secret is in the Worcestershire sauce.

pumpkin tea lights

Pumpkin Tea Lights


 October 14, 2008  

I love mini pumpkins and using them as candle holders is probably the neatest idea I have ever seen for these cuties. This is a great idea for a pumpkin carving party.

Wedding Boutonniere


 August 2, 2008  

Boutonnieres and corsages are surprisingly easy to put together. I made my own for my wedding.

Fast and Easy Bead Earrings


 April 18, 2008  

How to make fast and easy earrings that look great.