Thursday Treats - Snickerdoodle Cupcakes in Tea Cup Molds

/
Thursday Treats - Snickerdoodle Cupcakes in Tea Cup Molds

I'm not quite sure why it is, but there are a lot of desserts and recipes that are perfectly acceptable all year, but seem to really just get made during the holiday time of year.  Because that happens, their flavor become associated with the holidays.  Snickerdoodles are one of those types of desserts for me, but I've only ever had them in cookie form.  As a kid, we would visit my grandma and grandpa and my sister and I would help bake a batch of snickerdoodles. And nothing smells as amazing and baking cinnamon.

Read More

How to Wear Casual Sequins - Holiday Style v3

/
How to Wear Casual Sequins - Holiday Style v3

I bought a new throw for our living room sofa recently, and it is the softest thing ever.  Seriously, I wish I could just wear it around all day.  Being in comfy, cozy clothes makes me feel relaxed, even if what I'm doing isn't relaxing.  Sweater season makes me happy for this reason -- there are so many cozy sweaters out there.

Read More

Wednesday Wishlist - Hostess Gift Ideas

/
Wednesday Wishlist - Hostess Gift Ideas

I'm sharing these gift ideas on my Wednesday Wishlist because they're all items I'd want for myself!!  Would it be weird if I threw a party and attached a link to this post in the invite? That's not tacky at all, right? LOL  But seriously, when I think of gifts to give, especially for people who don't NEED anything, I like to get them something that is useful and (for the most part) practical, but might not be something they'd buy for themselves.  A little something pretty for the home or to pamper themselves.  And save for one item, everything here is under $50!

Read More