How to: Flower Headbands

I was searching for something to make my flower girls stand out without making them seem like little kids. With two 10-year-olds and one 11-year-old, the typical flower girl attire just wont due. So, flower headbands were the answer. I could customize anyway I wanted to match my wedding perfectly. Because flower headbands are amazing … Continue reading How to: Flower Headbands

Wedding on a Budget: I Spy Game

Planning a wedding can give you sticker shock. When I really sat down and looked at how much my wildest dreams cost, I started rethinking what was actually worth the money. Lucky for me, I'm pretty crafty. So, I came up with a few great ideas to liven up my wedding. You sit down at … Continue reading Wedding on a Budget: I Spy Game

Healthy Recipes: Baked Mac and Cheese

Although healthy mac and Cheese sounds like an oxymoron, with a few minor substitutions, this feat is possible. Check out this delicious recipe that has become one of my new favorites. Ingredients: 8 oz. fat-free cream cheese 1/2 head of cauliflower finely chopped 12 oz fat-free evaporated milk 1 cup fat-free shredded cheddar 1 bag … Continue reading Healthy Recipes: Baked Mac and Cheese

DIY Holiday Decorations: Snow Globes

What You'll Need: Mason jars Glitter Ornaments or Holiday Decorations Water Glycerine or Baby Oil Hot Glue     The Process Fill your jar 85% full of water. Add as much glitter as desired. Stir. Add 2 - 3 tsp of glycerine or baby oil per cup of water. Hot glue decorations to inside  of … Continue reading DIY Holiday Decorations: Snow Globes

Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

Cold weather calls for homemade soups. Here's an easy recipe I discovered for tomato soup! What You'll Need:  1 Tbsp. olive oil ½ medium onion, chopped 5 medium tomatoes, chopped 1 cup dry white wine 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth *Optional*1 tsp. lemon pepper Preparation: Heat oil in large saucepan over medium. Add … Continue reading Easy Tomato Soup Recipe

Healthy Holiday Treats: Mini Apple Pie

What you'll need: 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tbs chilled butter 2-3 tbs water Granny Smith Apples 1 lemon 1 tbs honey 2 tbs sugar 2 tbs chopped walnuts 1 tbs cinnamon 1 tbs milk Get cookin! Whisk flour, salt and butter in a large bowl. Mix until consistency resembles coarse … Continue reading Healthy Holiday Treats: Mini Apple Pie

Staying Fit Through the Holidays

Bring on the stuffing and brownies, holiday season has arrived. Enjoy all of your favorite Christmas treats while staying in tip-top shape with these few tips. Find a workout plan. As upset as it is to hear, there is no magical six-pack over night routine. Staying fit requires hard work. But, working out doesn't have … Continue reading Staying Fit Through the Holidays

Vegas for the Holidays

The countdown to Christmas has officially begun. Now is the time for ice skating, hot cocoa and endless amounts of holiday events throughout the entire month of December. Here are my personal favorites that won't cost you all of your Christmas budget. Opportunity Village's Magical Forest Submerge yourself in a winter wonderland like no other. … Continue reading Vegas for the Holidays