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Free Thanksgiving Printable: Practice Gratitude

Free Thanksgiving Printable: Practice Gratitude

By Marty Walden · 9 Comments

Use this simple FREE Thanksgiving printable to help you and your family practice gratitude no matter the circumstances! Does anyone else need to make an about face with their attitude/perspective this year? 2020 has certainly contained challenges beyond what we could have imagined January 1st. For me, I was diagnosed with the flu that day and it’s been downhill ever… Read More

Filed Under: Printables, Seasonal Projects, Thanksgiving

DIY Chalkboard Banner Wood Slices

DIY Chalkboard Banner Wood Slices

By Marty Walden · 25 Comments

Join the chalkboard craze with these easy handmade wood slices used as a chalkboard banner. Simply erase and use for any season, celebration or party. *** For more inspiration from some amazing blogging friends, check out the ideas at the end of this post! My Christmas village is one of of my favorite elements of our Christmas decorating. You can… Read More

Filed Under: Banners, Christmas, Crafts, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects Tagged With: Christmas, crafts, DIY, Repurposing, seasonal

DIY Textured Vase out of a Plastic Carton

DIY Textured Vase out of a Plastic Carton

By Marty Walden · 20 Comments

Don’t waste money on high priced home decor. Use an easy spray paint to create this DIY textured vase out of a plastic carton! Sometimes the best ideas come from random possibilities. Recently I was at my local craft store shopping for spray paint, and I came across an amazing product I’d never seen before. At the same time I… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, home decor, Painting Tips, Popular Posts

Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheese

Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheese

By Marty Walden · 8 Comments

This simple Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheese recipe is perfect for family gatherings and days you need a quick side dish! Tips for making Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheese: Stock up on Jiffy Corn Mix when they’re on sale and keep on hand for these recipes! Can be baked in a large casserole dish. Only need 7 ingredients for this… Read More

Filed Under: side dish

No Sew Table Runner and Buffalo Plaid Chargers

No Sew Table Runner and Buffalo Plaid Chargers

By Marty Walden · 15 Comments

Need a quick and easy way to change up your decor? Try this no sew table runner and buffalo plaid chargers without any sewing! “Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” ~unknown I don’t know about you but 2020 has made me weary. I’m tired of the constant conflict on social media and the way this… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Fall, home decor, No Sew Projects, Seasonal Projects, Thanksgiving

Easy Pumpkin Muffins (with a cake mix)

Easy Pumpkin Muffins (with a cake mix)

By Marty Walden · 36 Comments

A must have recipe, these easy pumpkin muffins are made from a cake mix, canned pumpkin and spices. Perfect for school, parties and celebrating fall! There’s just something about fall that makes me want to bake! Maybe it’s the cooler weather with a nip in the air. Maybe it’s the joy I get from wearing sweaters and jeans after a… Read More

Filed Under: bread, breads, Easy Recipes, Fall, Seasonal Projects, Thanksgiving Tagged With: bread, food, muffins, pumpkin

How to Make a DIY Rag Banner + Fall Mantel

How to Make a DIY Rag Banner + Fall Mantel

By Marty Walden · 50 Comments

Want to update your fall decor without spending a lot of money? This DIY Rag Banner is perfect for any season and is so easy it’s the perfect fall craft! I always like to remind you guys that I’m not a designer. I’m simply a woman who loves creating beauty in her home through trial and error and a little… Read More

Filed Under: Banners, Crafts, Fall, No Sew Projects, Seasonal Projects

Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Sliders

Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Sliders

By Marty Walden · 13 Comments

This blog post was created prior to the Coronavirus outbreak and recent CDC social distancing recommendations. As many of us are spending more time at home, I hope this recipe inspires you to try something new and brings some joy. Stay safe!##AllNaturalSmithfieldFlavor Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Inmar Intelligence and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Stressed… Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, Easy Recipes, entrees, slow cooker

5 Ways to Save Money on Fall Decorating

5 Ways to Save Money on Fall Decorating

By Marty Walden · 22 Comments

Great ideas for ways to save money on fall decorating, including tips on buying from thrift stores, using natural elements and shopping your own home! Have you ever wondered why people spend tons of money decorating their homes for every season and holiday of the year? Me, too! I have to confess when I started sharing my home on the… Read More

Filed Under: Fall, home decor, Seasonal Projects

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