Summer Bunting Using Chipboard and Silhouette Portrait Winner!

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I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day! So let’s get down to business shall we? I know what you have all been waiting for, the winner of the Silhouette Portrait Giveaway. So are you ready….. The winner (chosen my random) is………… Sue S! Congratulations! And email has been sent, so please check! If you [...]

Color Blocked Tray for Spring

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Yesterday was one of the first days that truly felt like spring around my neck of the woods, it was perfect! 60 degrees with a slight breeze and blue skies. Come back please! Every little hint of sunshine gets me more and more excited for the spring and summer months ahead. My friends over at [...]

GF Shortbread Cookies with Berry Buttercream Frosting

GF Shortbread Cookies with Berry Buttercream Frosting

Hello Friends! In case you missed it, yesterday I shared a some Patriotic Chocolates that would make a great addition to your Fourth of July BBQ and today I’m here with another summer recipe. These Gluten-Free Shortbread Cookies with Berry Buttercream Frosting are not only appropriate for July 4th, but they would be delicious all [...]

Patriotic Chocolate Goodie Bags

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I may not have a lot of patriotic decor up, but you can always count on me for a festive treat! I’m so excited to share these fun little Patriotic Chocolate Goodies Bags that include homemade star-shaped chocolates! These bags are so easy to make! They take less than an hour and can easily be made [...]

Top 10 Tuesday: Beach Inspired Crafts

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It’s summer time which means many of you are vacationing at lake houses, beach cabins, or even camping near the ocean! Most of my childhood summers were spent up at my grandparent’s beach cabin and now my little family and I try to get up at least a few times each summer. There is nothing [...]

Summer Fashion Inspiration with Old Navy

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Alright ladies, swim suit season is upon us! If you live somewhere other than the Northwest you’ve probably already been rocking your bikinis around for a while. But ME on the other hand, considering we pretty much had a mild hurricane in Seattle today, my swim suits are still in the back of my closet. However, seeing [...]

Top 10 Tuesday: Festive Fourth of July Food

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Fireworks, Food and Friends! That’s how I like to spend my Fourth of July! I have always loved July 4 and all of the festivities that go along with it. Did I mention that I owned a firework stand for almost 10 years? So random, right? Now you know I’m not kidding when I say [...]

Hole-In-One Cupcakes: A Fun Father’s Day Treat

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Are you ready for Father’s Day?! It’s only a few days away or less if you are celebrating early like us. Today, we are celebrating the special day with my Father-In-Law by having a picnic at the beach. I wanted to bring a fun treat along and since ‘Golf’ seems to be the theme of [...]

Top 10 Tuesday: Summer Activities For Kids

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I wish it felt like summer around here, but we will have to wait until July. That’s when our real summer weather starts here in Seattle. But from what it sounds like many of you are already enjoying the blissful sunshine and summer vacation! I know many moms out there are always searching for new [...]

Tips for Summer Entertaining on a Budget with Simply Frugal Mom

I have a special guest for all of you today! Please meet Erin from Simply Frugal Mom! She is a fellow Seattle blogger and  is always full of frugal tips, which I love. Enjoy! I’m thrilled to be guest posting today on Design, Dining + Diapers. I’m Erin and I blog at Simply Frugal Mom. [...]