With the holidays fast approaching, many people are planning on a bit of entertaining in the coming months. The family will be visiting, friends want to celebrate the season, and everyone loves a good wine and cheese event, right? If you are planning on party hosting and serving a cocktail or two, there are a few basic bar essentials that you may want to invest in. Sure, you can drink wine out of your kid's plastic juice glass but it takes something away from the ambiance of the evening! My husband and I have been slowly stocking our bar … [Read more...]
Simple Holiday Party Ideas to Help You Celebrate in Style
October 4, 2017 by · 5 Comments
Have you started planning your holiday entertaining already? Are you stressing out about plans that seem way too complicated? It shouldn't be that hard, right? Well, I am going to share a few simple holiday party ideas that might help. That means you can focus on what's REALLY important: relaxing! Having friends and family over for a holiday get together is a great way to remember the truly important things in your life. You don't have to be a celebrity decorator or waste your entire holiday budget to throw a great party! This post … [Read more...]
Cheap Halloween Ideas for Loads of Frugal Fun
September 29, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
Halloween is coming up soon and WOW, is it not a cheap holiday! Have you seen the price of some of the costumes? Not to mention the cost of that Halloween candy! A mom could seriously go broke trying to give her kids a fun Halloween. If you are working on a budget and looking for cheap Halloween ideas, I thought I would put together a few that may help. Some of these you will have to implement this year to save on NEXT YEAR's Halloween fun. But, over the long term, these Halloween ideas will help save you money on an evening of spooky fun … [Read more...]
Easy Cake Decorating Tips for Beautiful Homemade Cakes Every Time!
August 31, 2017 by · Leave a Comment
A cake is a perfect dessert for just about every celebration. From birthdays and weddings to baby showers and office parties, serving cake brings people together over a delicious dessert! Homemade cakes give your dessert a personal touch and these easy cake decorating tips will make your dessert spectacular! These tips are being shared from Janice Murfitt, a highly qualified cake decorator, cookery writer and editor, food journalist, and home economist who specializes in cake making and decorating. If you are interested in making homemade … [Read more...]
Pairing Music and Wine is a Feast for the Senses
August 15, 2017 by · 4 Comments
This post about pairing music and wine was sponsored by Cambria Winery as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. My husband and I are passionate about music. Our house is filled with instruments, stereo systems, and a speedy internet connection for buying concert tickets to local shows. Our tastes in music differ widely but we have learned to take turns controlling the radio dial on long car rides! There is just something about music that speaks to us on a deeper level. When I … [Read more...]
Simple Tips for Hosting a Wine and Cheese Party
July 17, 2017 by · 6 Comments
These tips for hosting a wine and cheese party have been sponsored but all opinions expressed here are my own. My husband is always suggesting that we have company over but the idea of entertaining often stresses me out so much that it is no longer fun. Why? Because I plan things that are way too complicated! Fancy cocktails and lots of appetizers sound delicious but they are very time-consuming for the hostess to whip up! I have been giving some thought to hosting a wine and cheese party to help simplify our entertaining. If the idea … [Read more...]
Simple Patriotic Party Ideas to Celebrate the Red, White and Blue!
May 16, 2017 by · 7 Comments
Whether you are celebrating the 4th of July, Memorial, Labor Day, Veteran's Day or any other patriotic holiday, having a party is always a fun way to enjoy it. If you are looking for patriotic party ideas, they don't have to be complicated or expensive. A dash of red, white and blue along with some food and a few crafts for the kids is all you really need. Sure, amazing fireworks and giant flags are nice but you don't really need them to get the point across. If you are looking for a few simple patriotic party ideas for your next … [Read more...]
Choosing the Right Wine for Your Meal Without Knowing Much About Wine!
March 3, 2017 by · 6 Comments
If you enjoy entertaining guests, choosing the right wine for your meal can be a challenge. My husband and I enjoy a glass of wine now and then. While we certainly do not consider ourselves wine snobs, we can definitely taste the difference between a $3.00 bottle of wine and a $25.00 bottle. I have learned over the years that I have definite preferences in terms of the variety of wine I enjoy. The food I serve with it also plays a big part in how the wine actually tastes. Food and wine can compliment one another or hinder your ability to … [Read more...]
A Tailgating Essentials List for Fall Sports Fans
August 14, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
With football season gearing up, this tailgating essentials list is going to be vital for my survival this fall. Why? Because this year I am the mother of two high school kids, one of which is in the high school marching band. When my kids started school last week, I was prepared for early morning bus pickups, a new schedule, and the trials and tribulations of my kids making new friends. What I was NOT prepared for, however, was high school football. All of a sudden, now that I have a highschool kid in band, I am expected to show an … [Read more...]
Strawberry Shortcake Jars and Healthier Outdoor Entertaining Tips
June 9, 2016 by · Leave a Comment
One of my favorite places in my house is not actually IN my house. Our stone patio is my family's go-to place for lounging, enjoying a fire or chatting over a cup of coffee. As we move into summer, I was looking for a few healthier outdoor entertaining tips and a recipe for Strawberry Shortcake Jars came up. Why are these strawberry shortcake jars healthier? Because they are small, bite-sized desserts that satisfy your sweet tooth without being hugely filling. I love dessert and if there is a full dessert table, I am going to be at it. … [Read more...]
