Here's an easy project for making Easter Egg Place Cards for your Easter table setting this spring. These are a fun way to decorate the table that you can use year after year because the eggs aren't real and they aren't plastic! Do you use place cards when setting the table for company? Last year […]
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Preparing for Easter and Setting a Pretty Table
What is the one thing you really enjoy about entertaining? For me, I love setting the table for Easter because it can be fun. Don't get me wrong, Easter and it's true meaning is celebrated in our house. We have our Resurrection Garden already growing but I like to make things a little more […]
Pioneer Woman Housewares Essentials
Do you love Pioneer Woman's line of housewares as much as I do? Ever since they announced that the Pioneer Woman was coming out with a line housewares, I knew I would have to incorporate some into my kitchen. I thought I would go looking online and share a few Pioneer Woman Housewares Essentials and my favorites […]
Delicious Dishes Recipe Party Favorites
Welcome back to our Delicious Dishes Recipe Party #10. We're happy you're joining us again this week! We are officially in double digits with our party as this week is party #10! We hope you are having as much fun as we are with the party and finding tons of delicious dishes to make for […]
Shredded Chicken made in the Crock Pot
The foolproof way to cook chicken for shredded chicken recipes is to use the crock pot! With just a few simple steps, you can transform chicken into succulent, easily-shredded chicken ready to star in tacos, sandwiches, soups, and so much more. Check out all the other Family Favorite Chicken Recipes you can use with this […]
Three Bean Minestrone Soup Recipe
Three Bean Minestrone Soup has a delicious combination of Italian herbs to create a flavorful broth. The three different beans provide lots of protein that will leave you feeling satisfied. This recipe is soon to become one of your favorite Best Fall Soup Recipes. Three Bean Minestrone Soup is the perfect recipe from the cookbook Prep […]
How to make a DIY Industrial Style Message Center
How to make a DIY Industrial Message Center for under $50 to help you organize your home! DIY Industrial Message Center A few weeks ago, my husband and I went on a search to find the perfect message center. What we found were expensive so, we put together our own DIY Industrial Message Center for […]
What YOU Should Clean Every Day to Keep Your House Organized
In this week's Thursday's Tip I'm going to list for you the five things you should clean every day to keep your house organized so it's always ready for unexpected guests, but more importantly, will help you live a stress-free life. Would you be able to welcome unexpected guests into your house knowing everything was organized […]
Christmas Eve with My Department 56 Village Display
Come see how I decorate our home for Christmas with our Department 56 Village Collection. Department 56 Village Collection For the past few years I have been sharing with you my Department 56 Village collection on Christmas Eve. This post has now officially become a tradition here on Walking on Sunshine. AND if you know me […]
Simmering Potpourri - A Homemade Gift Idea
Transform your home into a winter wonderland with just a few simple ingredients! This easy-to-make simmering potpourri combines dried oranges, cranberries, spices, and pine twigs for a fragrant blend that will instantly evoke the spirit of the season. It will add a touch of warmth and beautiful aroma of the holiday season to your home! […]
Make Your Own Christmas Wreath
Step-by-step instructions on how to make your own Christmas wreath with tree clippings from your own yard. Handmade Christmas Wreath Do you have a Christmas wreath hanging on your front door? To be honest, we don't. But we do have a handmade Christmas Wreath hanging on our shed and the whole neighborhood can see it […]
How to Carve a Pumpkin for Halloween
This week's tip is everything you need to know about carving pumpkins for Halloween! This week I'm sharing with you how to carve a pumpkin and get your front porch all ready for the trick-or-treaters coming in a few days. What would Halloween be without a carved pumpkin to let all the […]
How to Turn Old Recipe Cards into Memories
How to turn old recipe cards into memories and make wonderful bridal, Mother's Day or Christmas gifts for your family. If you like these projects, check out my DIY Kitchen Art project I created to hang in our kitchen. I'm a very sentimental person and I love the idea of having a keepsake in my […]
How to Create a Family Wall of Photos
Transforming blank walls into heartfelt tributes, today's blog post on Family Picture Wall Ideas, offers a creative canvas for showcasing cherished memories and creating a sense of warmth and belonging within your home. Few decor choices are as personal as the classic family photo wall. It’s a showcase of cherished moments, a conversation starter, and […]
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos
Bacon Wrapped Cheese Jalapenos are the perfect appetizer for your next party! You're going to love the cream cheese filling, not to mention the bacon wrapped around each jalapeno. Check out even more Easy Appetizers you can prepare for your loved ones and friends! Bacon-Wrapped Cheese Jalapeños are guaranteed to be a hit at your […]
A Wedding and a Funeral
I know it's a strange title for a post, A Wedding and a Funeral, but that really did happen for us recently. When you finish reading, please read about Brain Aneurysm Symptoms. It's important to understand exactly what happens and the different symptoms people can experience. A Wedding and a Funeral sounds like the […]
How to Make a Family Cookbook
Family Cookbook Ideas - here are a few ways to create a family cookbook to give to your daughter or other family members. This project works nicely with the Kitchen Art from Old Family Recipe Cards project I created a few years ago. They're both a beautiful way to save and collect family favorite recipes […]
What to Serve for a Bridal Shower Luncheon
Bridal Shower Luncheon Menu consisting of cucumber sandwiches, mason jar pudding desserts and cookies all made by myself and my family for my daughter Olivia's bridal shower. Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite recipes. Bridal Shower Luncheon What do you serve for […]
Wedding Dress Bridal Shower Cupcakes
Bridal Shower Cupcakes in the shape of a Wedding Dress are the perfect alternative to a cake for bridal showers and even birthday parties for little girls. Easy to make and oh so delicious too! Make sure you check out my special gift to Olivia which was a family recipe album with all her favorite […]
Decorating for A Spring Ball Jar Bridal Shower
Our daughter is getting married in TWO months! At times it's hard to believe that life has reached this point when it seems like yesterday she was just this little girl. We had her bridal shower two weeks ago and today I'm sharing photos of the Spring Ball Jar Bridal Shower we had for Olivia. […]
Bridal Shower Memory Jar
How to create a Bridal Shower Memory Jar where guests can write encouraging notes to both the bride and groom. Bridal Shower Memory Jar Our daughter is getting married in two months. It's still hard to believe, but having her bridal shower two weeks ago made it real...our little girl is really getting married! I took the […]
Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dessert
If you're looking for an easy Valentine's Day Recipe to make, look no further than this easy-to-make Sweetheart Dessert. This recipe is a simple no-bake dessert that uses packaged pound cake and strawberries layered on a bamboo skewer with a drizzle of melted chocolate. This recipe uses prepackaged pound cake, but you can make […]
My Memories from 2014
Today is New Year's Eve and what better way to begin the new year than by first taking a few minutes to look back over the year of 2014. It was quite a year for myself personally and professionally. My blog has grown and so has my Facebook page but more importantly, I'm still enjoying […]
Hamburgers with Homemade Mushroom Gravy
Craving a burger with a little something extra? These Hamburgers with Mushroom Gravy are the answer! It's an easy recipe that delivers big on flavor. Plus, it's a great way to get those who "don't like mushrooms" to actually enjoy them! The juicy burgers are cooked in a cast-iron skillet and then smothered in a […]
Christmas Terrariums Decorating Ideas
Christmas Terrariums are an easy and beautiful way to decorate for the holiday season and all winter long! Christmas Terrariums Sometimes the easiest decorating projects come from things you already have around the house. Mason jar terrariums are an easy way to bring Christmas into your house without spending a lot of money. They're also a […]
Leftovers Done Right: Chili Baked Potatoes
Forget complicated recipes and hours in the kitchen with these Chili Cheese Baked Potatoes, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in minutes using leftovers. It's the perfect way to transform yesterday's dinner into a comforting and flavorful new dish. Check out the full collection of Family Dinner Ideas for even more delicious […]
Decorating for Fall Outside
Here are some great ideas to help inspire you to put together some great ideas when decorating for Fall outside. Fill up a wheelbarrow with pumpkins and display somewhere in your garden. These are the pumpkins that my hubby and I grew this year in our garden. One year […]
Visit Bethlehem, PA with Me
Today I want to take you on a little trip with me to Bethlehem, PA. Bethlehem lies in the center of the Lehigh Valley; a 45 minute drive from our house. In June, my husband and I celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary and we spent the day walking around this cute town and had lunch […]
Tuscan Roma Pizza
Tuscan Roma Pizza is featured this week along with my friend Jenny as a guest contributor. Homemade Garlic Sauce and homemade pizza dough come together in a delicious recipe your family is going to love. Don't forget to serve Homemade Pizza Dipping Sauces on the side! If you're a follower of mine on Facebook, then you'll […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Dinner is ready fast with this easy recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup made with tender shredded chicken and combined with tomatoes, beans and green peppers. Top the soup with tortilla chips, cheddar cheese and sour cream for a very hearty and delicious recipe! Looking for more soup recipes? Check out all my family's favorites in Best […]
Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings
Easy tips for Mother's Day Brunch Table Settings with a mix of old and new plates, glasses and more from two generations. Today I'm going to share with you some photos from our Mother/Daughter Brunch at church last Saturday. Our Pastor's wife, Kelly, asked a few ladies to coordinate the Mother's Day […]
Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas
Happy Cinco de Mayo Day! Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, has evolved into a HUGE celebration of Mexican culture and heritage here in the United States. Traditions include parades, mariachi musical performances and street festivals in cities and towns across Mexico and the United States. In Mexico, it's a relatively minor holiday, […]
Our Easter Celebration
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter celebration. We did...with a house full of people, 17 in total and it was wonderful. AND we were finally able to meet our daughter's "fiance." They met down at school in Florida last fall and with my Colonel gone this past year we weren't able to meet […]
Welcome Home Colonel
What a wonderful two weeks we have had here at home... My Colonel is finally home from almost a year long tour of Afghanistan... Our girl with her dad... My mom hugging the Colonel and a few of our neighbors... Gathered around our welcome home sign that we have used THREE times now... Perfect... I'll […]
Brie Filled Phyllo Cups
You're going to love easy this recipe for Brie Filled Phyllo Cups comes together and your family is going to love how delicious they are! Explore the other Easy Appetizers available that you can prepare for your family and friends. Every now and then you need a recipe that is quick, easy and most importantly impressive. […]
Apple Crisp - Easy, Delicious and Perfect for Fall!
Craving a delicious dessert but short on time? This easy apple crisp recipe is the answer! With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can have a warm, comforting treat that's perfect for any occasion. Make sure you serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an […]
Puff Pastry Apple Tart
If baking with pie dough intimidates you, you're going to love how easy this Puff Pastry Apple Tart is that doesn't use traditional pie crust dough. Instead I layer thin apple slices combined with a cinnamon/sugar mixture on top of a single sheet of puff pastry. This puff pastry recipe will defintely impress your family […]
Fall Decorating Ideas Perfect for your Home!
Fall Decorating Ideas perfect for your home! I thought we'd spend a little time today talking about Fall Decorating Ideas. Do you ever feel that your Fall decor ideas are the same year after year? Last week I went down to the storage room and pulled out my "orange" totes. I started going […]
Cool Whip Frozen Graham Cracker Sandwiches
Cool Whip Frozen Graham Cracker Sandwiches - made with chocolate graham crackers and frozen whipped topping. They're easy desserts for when you're trying to watch what you eat but you still want something sweet! Let me show you how easy these are to make. Updated May 2022: If you are having trouble finding chocolate graham […]
Bakers Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake
Are you ready for a truly indulgent treat? If so, you’re in for a real treat with this decadent Chocolate Bliss Cheesecake. The base is made from crushed Oreos and butter to create that classic crunchy texture we all know and love. Once your family takes their first bite of this creamy dreamy dessert, it […]
Saving Buttermilk
Yesterday I shared a recipe for Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits. The only problem is, the recipe calls for only ¾ cup of buttermilk and buttermilk is not cheap. Here's what I did...
Skinny Taste Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta Cheese
Looking for a delicious, lightened-up chicken recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This Skinnytaste-Style Baked Chicken is the perfect combination of crispy, cheesy, and juicy—all while keeping things simple and wholesome. With a golden, crunchy coating and gooey melted cheese on top, this dish is a family favorite that feels indulgent but fits right into […]
