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Seven Layer Dip in a Mason Jar

Seven Layer Dip in a Mason Jar

By Marty Walden · 12 Comments

This Seven Layer Dip in a mason jar looks adorable and tastes great! Perfect for any party and family event this mexican meal in a jar is healthy and fun! Life has been a bit crazy lately (understatement of the year! you can read all about it here) and I never got around to sharing the recipe for this adorable… Read More

Filed Under: appetizer/beverage, Rachel, side dish Tagged With: appetizer, entertaining, food, Mexican food, Party

Cinco de Mayo Party and Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Cinco de Mayo Party and Pineapple Salsa Recipe

By Marty Walden · 1 Comment

Fun ideas for throwing a themed Cinco de Mayo party on a budget with inexpensive decorations and easy recipes including homemade pineapple salsa. This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone.  #DelimexFiesta #CollectiveBias To celebrate my youngest daughter’s 17th birthday she invited several of her friends over for a themed Cinco De… Read More

Filed Under: appetizers, Easy Recipes, Entertaining, Entertaining, family, sponsored post, tablescapes Tagged With: appetizers, entertaining, Family, food, Party, Sponsored Post

DIY Elephant Themed Baby Shower

DIY Elephant Themed Baby Shower

By Marty Walden · 7 Comments

With tips and tricks on throwing a DIY Elephant Themed Baby Shower, these ideas on food and decor will thrill both the expectant mom and party guests alike. My first grandson is now nine weeks old and I promised myself I’d share the shower I threw for my daughter before he was crawling around!  Aiden James Baldridge entered the world four weeks early… Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Entertaining, Entertaining, family, parenting adult children, tablescapes Tagged With: entertaining, Party

Easy Fudge Brownie Recipe + Super Bowl Party

Easy Fudge Brownie Recipe + Super Bowl Party

By Marty Walden · 4 Comments

By using inexpensive dollar store football themed decorations and supplies, simple recipes and snacks, plus an easy fudge brownie recipe, your Super Bowl party will rock! So often we miss  out on the joy of community with others by believing parties and gatherings have to be expensive and completely from scratch. I want to change your mind and show you how… Read More

Filed Under: desserts, Easy Recipes, Entertaining, Entertaining, entree, Seasonal Projects, sponsored post, tablescapes Tagged With: chocolate desserts, entertaining, food, Party, Sponsored Post

Easy Blue Frozen Punch For Any Party!

Easy Blue Frozen Punch For Any Party!

By Marty Walden · 42 Comments

This simple recipe for blue frozen punch is a hit whether you’re throwing a Disney Frozen party for your kids, celebrating a birthday, wedding or baby shower. **I’ve made this recipe two ways, with and without ice cream. Both are absolutely delicious!  Quick tips for making Blue Frozen Punch: Can be made for any type of party, shower or event…. Read More

Filed Under: appetizer/beverage, appetizers, appetizers/beverages, beverage, Easy Recipes, Entertaining Tagged With: entertaining, Frozen party, frozen punch, Party, punch recipe

How to Plan a Baby Gender Reveal + Free Printables

How to Plan a Baby Gender Reveal + Free Printables

By Marty Walden · 20 Comments

All the details and practical tips on how to plan a baby gender reveal party. Includes FREE PRINTABLES with ideas for food, decor and reveal.   As of a few months ago I hadn’t even heard of a baby gender reveal party, but today I’m here to share all the details of the fabulous way we celebrated our first grandchild… Read More

Filed Under: 31 Days to a Beautiful Home, Banners, Crafts, Entertaining, Entertaining, family, parenting adult children, Printables, Seasonal Projects, tablescapes Tagged With: Family, food, Party

Inexpensive Sweet 16 Birthday Party Ideas

Inexpensive Sweet 16 Birthday Party Ideas

By Marty Walden · 3 Comments

Your favorite teenage girl will love these inexpensive sweet 16 birthday party ideas for invitations, decor, food and more! It’s hard to believe it’s been over four months since my youngest daughter turned 16! She is turning into an amazing young woman right before our eyes. I cannot imagine our lives without this tenderhearted, compassionate young lady. (She has since… Read More

Filed Under: adoption, Crafts, Entertaining, Entertaining, family, family traditions, tablescapes Tagged With: 16th birthday, Party

Graduation Party Ideas

Graduation Party Ideas

By Marty Walden · 15 Comments

Once upon a time there was an incredibly talented and funny young man who didn’t quite live up to his potential. He loved his theater major in college but never could manage to finish that degree he started. Years passed. He married a singer and actress and started a family. One child. Another. Then a sibling group of three by adoption…. Read More

Filed Under: Crafts, Entertaining, family, Seasonal Projects, Spring, tablescapes, Tim Tagged With: banner, crafts, Cricut, Graduation, Party, school

Graduation Party Dessert

Graduation Party Dessert

By Marty Walden · 2 Comments

This past September my DIY hubby graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Religion. It was a very long and winding road to get to this point in his life at the age of 52, but I couldn’t be prouder.  All the details and fun graduation party ideas for graduates of all ages can be found here…. Read More

Filed Under: desserts, Easy Recipes, family Tagged With: chocolate desserts, College Graduation, Graduation, Graduation party, Party

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Marty Walden believes anyone can create an authentic home filled with simple, thrifty decor. When you join her community, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to create a treasured home and still live within your means! Read More…

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