We've been making Fruit Pizza as a dessert in our family as long as I can remember. I always brought a pizza size Fruit Pizza to our 4th of July BBQ every year. One year I even announced our first pregnancy (Ella!) on it. Written in fruit it read: Due Date 1-30-08. Now we make our Fruit Pizzas in a single serving cookie size, the FRUIT PIZZA COOKIE! It's a hit, usually a summer treat because the fruit is in season and tastes refreshing! Plus they’re a fun, festive dessert to feed a crowd with. We have finally perfected how we like our Fruit Pizza and are sharing the recipe with you! Perfect ... Read More
Outdoor Changes- Trees Removed, New Pool Slide and Plans for Stand Alone Gym
Thought I would do an updated blog post on changes in our yard from a new outdoor slide for our pool, hanging chairs, removal of trees, which snowballed to other projects! We had plans drawn up for a stand alone gym, and we built an outdoor kitchen (sharing that next week). Things are blooming in our yard and wanted to share! Pool Floats- More Backyard- Fun Backyard Sources- ... Read More
Teen Skin Care Favorites and Makeup
My girls love shopping for skincare products. I wish I knew all they know as a teen! They are honest with their reviews and are pretty picky with what they like. So, we've rounded up their favorites, for the best brands offering safe, non-toxic skincare and makeup products for teens. And sharing the one thing that you'll want to change if your teen is having skin issues! 1. Clean Skin 2. Tone- 3. Protect that pretty face- 4.Glow Daily Moisturizer- 5. If you really want clear skin- It starts in the gut. 6. Hormones- I will be sharing ... Read More
Lettuce Wrap Recipe with Peanut Sauce- Create a Lettuce Wrap Bar
I love a lettuce wrap, really the whole family loves this meal! This is my go-to meal, especially in summer, just so refreshing and doesn't feel hot or heavy. So much flavor in one bite. A healthier dinner option, one that and each person can customize to their liking. We also love that they can be assembled quick. Not to mention all the ingredients look so pretty on a large serving board, perfect for a large gathering. Easy and affordable! ... Read More
My Favorite Accent Stools and Ottomans for Double Use
Ottomans are more than the perfect way to kick up your feet after a long day! They add color, style, extra seating and, depending on which ottoman you choose, it can also provide additional storage space or double as a coffee table. I rounded up all my favorites and shared all the different places and spaces for an ottoman. And sharing two new stools I just got! Favorite Stools and Ottomans- Outdoor Stool- ... Read More
10 Mother’s Day and Teacher Gift Ideas- DIY and Essential Oils
I rounded up some great gift ideas that will help you show every lady in your life how special she is to you! And don't forget about all those amazing teachers as we finish out the school year! Whether they need a little time to relax, some extra energy from taking care of all the things, some time for pampering, a little emotional TLC or just some good old fashioned rest, here are a few ideas that we love! 1- Vanilla Mint Sugar Scrub 2- On-the-Go Essentials 3- DIY Perfume Spray 4-Happy Hour 5- Skincare Selfcare 6- Conscious ... Read More
Banquette Seating and Open Shelves Painted Blue
The progression of banquette seating...all in one kitchen! About 3 years ago, for my sisters birthday, I added banquette seating in her kitchen. It totally transformed her eating area and added so much seating! At the time we did everything neutral and 3 years later I thought adding some color would be fun and cozy. Plus, I kept thinking how it would be nice to continue the banquette seating around the other side of the table (make it an "L" shape) in an area that wasn't getting any use. Do you ever do that? After a project think, "well that was cute but I think it can be even better?" I'm so ... Read More
DIY Banquette and Window Seat Cushions How to Make
We recently extended and painted my sister's kitchen banquette. We painted it this fun bright blue color and I had this darling vintage looking rug that I wanted to use in her space. Sadly it was too big to fit the area, so I thought how cute would this pattern be as banquette cushions?! That way we still get to use it! It didn't scare me to cut it up at all knowing it would still be loved. I'll walk you through the steps we did and what we used, hopefully making you feel confident that you could DIY your own upholstered banquette seating! DIT Bench Cushions- ... Read More
Party Punch Recipes for Every Party- 3 Party Punch Recipes and Printable
We love a party punch for any party, gathering, or shower! Easy and affordable way to serve drinks. We always have a pitcher of water too, but sometimes you just want something festive. I also love giving drink dispensers as a gift with all the ingredients to duplicate the punch. I have three different party punch recipes with the cutest graphics that you could create a really thoughtful and unique gift. Make Your Own Party Punch- Stanley Drink Dispenser // $15 Strawberry Pitcher // Green Stainless Steel Dispenser // Floral Base Drink Dispenser // Drink Dispenser with ... Read More
New Whimsical Light Fixture over Game Table
I have been wanting to do a really fun whimsical light fixture over our game table for awhile now. When we remodeled our 1970's ranch home I had A LOT of things to make decisions on and frankly we really wanted to move in, so I didn't take as much time on a few areas as I wish I would have. One was light placement in our basement, I just went with all can lights. We have a really long family room and I knew it needed to be broken up into sections with furniture placement. To help define the space even more it needed a light fixture over the game table. I found the PERFECT light!!!! ... Read More
