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The countdown to Christmas is on!
Have you started your shopping yet? The key to success is early planning and preparation. We all know too well what it’s like when gift shopping is left to the last minute. The stress, anxiety and crowded malls can be avoided when you plan in advance. I have prepared a helpful gift guide to make this year’s shopping a breeze with budget-friendly and affordable gift ideas for everyone on your list — all under $50!
“Life should not only be lived, it should be celebrated.” I love this quote because it’s a reminder to have fun a little and celebrate this gift of life that we all are lucky to experience. As I get older, I find myself wanting to celebrate my birthday even more than when I was younger, which I know is extremely odd; Most people think the opposite! But hey, this is the youngest I’ll ever be so I better enjoy it! lol! Here’s a little peek into my party details, plus my review on the restaurant and my outfit details.
Halloween is close to a week away; Woohoo! Have you decorated yet? Here’s a really cute idea I found all over Pinterest that I absolutely love. I like holiday decor pieces that are simple, but make a huge impact to the area. I totally just “winged-it” on my own with these hats and they turned out pretty good, so I thought I’d share how I made mine and give you the exact measurements I used. Now, if you aren’t a crafty person, you could always go and buy some witch hats and hang them, but these hats only cost me $3.50 to make all three! And honestly they are very easy to make and would make a fun afternoon activity with the kids. Follow along my picture tutorial to see how to make them…
Fall tends to be the most popular season. I mean, what’s there not to like about it? Cozy warm throws and sweaters, the cool crisp air, Thanksgiving and Halloween, and of course apple season! One of my favourite fall activities is going apple picking and experimenting with every dessert recipe that involves apples. I like to share my creations by inviting guest over to indulge. This year I changed it up and put a spin on a regular martini and made sweet caramel apple martinis and paired them with vanilla ice cream. They were a hit! Here’s the recipe…
This weekend I made peanut butter and jam muffins and by using one special ingredient, it took these muffins to the next level! That ingredient I’m talking about is Bonne Maman Jam. This jam is not like any other jam. It contains a high level of real fruit content which gives a rich flavour from the natural fruit sugars. It also has no colourings, no preservatives and no artificial flavourings. And I must add, the packaging is super cute! I will for sure be re-using these facetted jars in a future DIY project. OK, back to the muffins! This recipe is really easy and you’ll be able to make a batch in about 30mins. Let me warn you though; you won’t be able to eat just one!