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Out of the Box Valentine Ideas

Out of the Box Valentine Ideas
We had some fun recently with our friends at Daytime Alabama coming up with some original valentine ideas. Try one of these and make those boxed cards a thing of the past! You’ve seen these two on our site before: Sponge painted heart cards: These are simple and easy, that’s why we like them...
February 7th, 2012 | featured, to craft, to make | Read More

A Super Bowl Party the kids AND grown ups will enjoy!

A Super Bowl Party the kids AND grown ups will enjoy!
With a little bit of planning, you can host an awesome yet family-friendly Super Bowl party this year. Take the stress out of prepping by using these low-prep and yummy ideas! Taco & Nacho Bar- People LOVE this! Load up your Crockpot with some ground beef, chicken, or pork, and let it cook all day....
February 2nd, 2012 | featured, to eat, to make | Read More

Truffle Mac ‘n Cheese Bites

Truffle Mac ‘n Cheese Bites
Truffle Mac ‘n Cheese bites are a yummy appetizer that kids will love– yet it will impress adults with a sophisticated palate! Try it at your Super Bowl party! 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni 1 Tbsp butter 1 egg, beaten 1 cup milk 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 1/2 cups shredded...
January 27th, 2012 | featured, to eat, to make | Read More

Kick Cabin Fever

Kick Cabin Fever
It doesn’t get too frigid here during the winter but we do good a few good cold snaps that will result in a few days of indoor play sure to set kids of all ages into a cabin fever induced frenzy. Need some ideas to keep them busy while keeping yourself sane? We’ve got a few. Fun with marshmallows: Marshmallows...
January 17th, 2012 | featured, to craft, to make | Read More

Spice up that Hot Cocoa!

Spice up that Hot Cocoa!
It’s cold outside.. Really cold! Kids started back to school this week and wouldn’t it be a nice treat to have some yummy hot cocoa ready to greet them when they walk through the door? Try some of these ideas and recipes to spice things up a bit! Nutella Hot Cocoa Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon...
January 3rd, 2012 | featured, to make | Read More

Champagne Cocktail Recipes for New Years Eve

Champagne Cocktail Recipes for New Years Eve
New Years Eve and Champagne, they go together like peas and carrots. If you’re not a fan of the bubbly straight up, try some of these concoctions for your New Year’s celebration! Classic Champagne Cocktail Soak a sugar cube in bitters, drop it into a flute, fill the flute with Champagne and...
December 26th, 2011 | featured, to make | Read More

Busy Mommy Bonding: Christmas Fun! Don’t Forget to Feed the Reindeer

Busy Mommy Bonding: Christmas Fun! Don’t Forget to Feed the Reindeer
We all know that Santa loves his cookies and milk but have you been forgetting that the reindeer really do all of the work? It must take a lot of energy to pull a fat man around the world with a sled loaded down with toys! This year, use this simple recipe to make some food for Rudolf and the gang. You...
December 23rd, 2011 | featured, to make | Read More

Busy Mommy Bonding: Designer Wrapping Paper

Busy Mommy Bonding: Designer Wrapping Paper
Earlier this year we talked about saving money on wrapping paper by saving your little Rembrandt’s drawings throughout the year. Well, the time has come, have you been saving? If not, don’t worry, it’s not too late. Roll out some kraft paper, give the kiddos some crayons (markers if...
December 16th, 2011 | featured, to craft, to make | Read More

Handmade Holiday Cards and Thank You Notes

Handmade Holiday Cards and Thank You Notes
Christmas cards don’t have to be expensive to be special or admired. In fact some might say that a card made from some teeny tiny fingerprints might bring a bigger smile to the Grandparents face when they open their mail. Here are a few ideas on making some cute hand made cards for the holidays. The...
December 7th, 2011 | featured, to craft, to make | Read More

Droolicious Cuisine at BirminghamMommy: Apple and Pomegranate Cider

Droolicious Cuisine at BirminghamMommy: Apple and Pomegranate Cider
Along with the Holiday Season comes the Season of Entertaining.. Try this twist on the old favorite, apple cider: Ingredients: 6 whole cloves 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks 1 (3-inch) strip lemon rind 1 (3-inch) strip orange rind 8 cups unfiltered apple cider 1 cup pomegranate juice 3/4 cup fresh orange...
November 28th, 2011 | featured, to make | Read More