Stop overdoing it for your kids parties. Learn how to budget your party planning time and throw amazing birthday parties too! Food Advertising by The decorations were down and the sink was piled with dishes. The party was a wild success, and I sat down on the sofa for just five minutes of […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #78
Welcome to the Seventy-Eighth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
Free Printable Halloween Take One Sign (and why you need it)
Find out why you should love to go trick-or-treating as a family, & grab a free printable Halloween take one sign & candy message while you’re at it! Food Advertising by But who’s going to hand out the candy? My husband and I were in a heated discussion about whether not we should […]
7 Stunning Ways to Decorate with Pine Cones this Year
Whether you like natural and classic or bright and modern, these 7 stunning ways to decorate with pine cones are perfect for fall and winter decor. Food Advertising by So you want to create beautiful seasonal decor, but have no room to store gobs of decorations for each holiday or season? Same here. We […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #77
Welcome to the Seventy-Seventh Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! Food Advertising by The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
Stash-Busting Paper Straw Garland
This stash-busting paper straw garland is the perfect way to use up leftover party supplies, and will keep you celebrating long after the party is over! Food Advertising by So, what do you do when you’re finished with the party, but you still have extra supplies left over? For years, I’ve built up a […]
How to Build the Most Versatile DIY Backdrop Frame
The right backdrop frame is an essential part of a well-designed party. This DIY backdrop frame is so easy to build and store, why would you make any other? Food Advertising by From across the room, I see the other moms pawing at it. They inspect the layers of tape, ribbon, and/or twine. […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #76
Welcome to the Seventy-Sixth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
45 Pumpkin Spice Recipes So Good You’ll Crave More
Do you crave pumpkin spice recipes once the temperature dips below 80? Then you’re going to love this list of 45 pumpkin spice recipes for every occasion! Food Advertising by I have a confession to make. Pumpkin spice flavoring has been making its way into my coffee since mid-August. I know, I know. […]
Halloween Monster Munch Goodie Bags with Printable Toppers
School treats are a cinch this year! Just whip up a batch of these Halloween monster munch Goodie Bags with printable toppers and the kids will love you! Food Advertising by “I’m watching you Wazowski, Always watching” Can you believe that summer is coming to an end? We’re already discussing Halloween costumes here, […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #75
Welcome to the Seventy-Fifth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
This Hydrangea Beauty is the Perfect Basket Wreath for all Seasons
Tired of the same old wreath shape on your front door? Try a basket wreath instead! It only takes a few minutes to switch them up from season to season! It’s no secret that versatile crafts and projects are my favorite. Food Advertising by I don’t like spending significant sums of money on anything that […]
2 Fun Disney-Inspired Treats Your Kids will Love
Simple Disney-inspired treats are a fun way to celebrate a love for all things Disney with your kids right from the comfort of your own home! As summer winds down I find myself looking for easier and easier treats to make for my kids. Food Advertising by I want to avoid any recipe that uses […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #74
Welcome to the Seventy-Fourth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
5 Life Lessons Learned from Flying a Kite
Kids love to fly kites during the summer. But little do they know, they’re not just having fun, they’re learning plenty of life lessons flying a kite, too! As she ran down the street for the third time, it finally took flight, soaring high above her little body. The four-year-old turned around and squealed with […]
How To Make a Reusable First Day of School Sign
Love your back-to-school photographs this year with an adorable first day of school sign made with rulers and the cutest printable school icons. Okay, so we’ve shared a quick-and-easy way to make a back-to-school chalkboard sign, how to fake hand lettering for your sign, and even a free printable if you want to make life […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #73
Welcome to the Seventy-Third Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! Food Advertising by The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
How to Make Fire-Roasted Peppers at Home
Leave the oven off and learn how to make fire-roasted peppers at home. You’ll love the bold flavor added by using an open flame! It took months after giving birth before I could even stand the smell of roasted bell peppers. And it took years before I was even willing to taste them again. Food […]
Back-to-School Signs Made Easy with Free Grade Printables
This easy printable back-to-school sign is an adorable prop for your kids first day of school. Just print, cut, and you’re ready to go! Did you catch that cute little chalkboard back to school sign that we shared on the spectacular summer blog hop last week? If not you might want to go take a […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #72
Welcome to the Seventy-Second Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
Instant Pot Chicken Adobo for a Stress-Free Vacation
A stress-free vacation starts with making sure everyone is fed & happy. Everyone will love this chicken adobo recipe & printable packing checklist, too! How do you vacation? Food Advertising by Do you prefer going to a place where everything is done for you and you don’t have to worry about a thing? Or do […]
How to Fake Beautiful Hand Lettering on a Chalkboard Sign
Love the look of hand lettering, but don’t have the time to practice? Check out this easy cheat to fake hand lettering on a simple chalkboard sign. Do you love hand lettered designs? They are all over the place right now, and it’s no surprise why. They’re just so pretty, and they add tons of […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #71
Welcome to the Seventy-First Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
This felt scrap headband is insanely cute…and easy!
This felt scrap headband is so cute and easy, you won’t be able to resist making one for your daughter. It’s the perfect summer accessory! Handmade accessories are the best. And if my girls get to choose, bigger and brighter headbands are always better. Food Advertising by Case in point: Last summer I made about […]
When you see this toddler’s room, you’ll be in love
Kids are messy! Check out these incredibly creative toddler bedroom organization to teach good habits from the youngest ages. Believe it or not, it’s time to start thinking about getting ready to go back to school. I know, I know, that thought probably makes you want to shove your head under your pillow and scream […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #70
Welcome to the Seventieth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love to have you share […]
How to Make a Bouquet Garni (and the perfect recipe to try it out!)
Find out how to make a bouquet garni to get all the delicious flavor of fresh herbs without the unpleasant texture of limp and waterlogged leaves. How many times have you forgotten to fish out that bay leaf from your pot of soup or your sauce? Or maybe you passed by that recipe that tells […]
5 Sure-Fire Ways to Keep Your Kids Hydrated in Hot Weather
Do your kids refuse to drink water, even when they need it the most? These 5 tips will help you keep kids hydrated without the battle. “Drink your water.” Food Advertising by How often do you say that to your kids each day? The Husband and I love to drink a nice bottle of cold […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #69
Welcome to the Sixty-Ninth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! Food Advertising by The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
5 Reasons You Should Love Watermelon (Plus free Watermelon Printables!)
Do you love watermelon? Find out 5 reasons you should love watermelon, and grab your 2 free watermelon printables while you’re at it! Raise your hand if you love watermelon. Food Advertising by (Since you can’t see me through your computer, I’ll let you know that both my hands are in the air) If you […]
How to Make Custom Party Printables with Free Art Prints
Gorgeous art prints are available for free all over the internet. But did you know you can quickly and easily turn them into custom party printables? “I could never stay long enough on the shore; the tang of the untainted, fresh, and free sea air was like a cool, quieting thought.” – Hellen Keller Food […]
The Happy Now Blog Link Up #68
Welcome to the Sixty-Eighth Edition of The Happy Now Blog Link -Up! Hello and welcome! We are excited to have you joining us! Food Advertising by The Happy Now is a weekly link up of posts that have been posted on websites all around the web. If you are a blogger we would love […]
Exactly What You Need to Plan a Picnic with a Toddler (or any kid!)
Family picnics are always fun. But it’s so easy to forget something essential. Find out exactly what you need to plan a picnic with a toddler or any kid. At about 11pm, our then 5-year-old daughter came inside, soaking wet. Her very first camping adventure with her Daddy was a bust, with late-night storms and […]