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Kick-start 2014 with this Simple Salsa recipe

I love salsa! No, not the dance — the appetizer! I also love super simple. This recipe was given to me by a co-worker years ago and has become a staple in my home and almost anywhere that I am charged with bringing finger foods or appetizers.  There is one warning for this salsa – …

Inspired Style: Trend Boards

Looking for the newest trends in design? Check Mohawk Home’s Inspiration Boards to stir your imagination and discover the perfect details to refresh your home. What’s your style? Crafted Modern Woodland Creatures Refinements Nouveau For more inspire-worthy ideas, check out Mohawk Home’s style boards (http://www.mohawkhome.com/inspiration-boards/) and Pinterest.  

Worry-free New Year’s Party Ideas

As the last days of 2013 are winding down, it’s time to start planning the arrival of a New Year. Don’t let hosting your own New Year’s Eve celebration become stressful.  We’re often a little weary and worn from all the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday festivities . . . food preparations, gifting, traveling, etc. Have …

Five Ways to Prepare for the First Day of Winter

It’s almost the first day of winter and, I have to admit, I’m more of a fan of spring than winter. Because of that, I have to steel myself for the cold weather ahead. Grab a cup of hot chocolate and get ready for my five ways to prepare for Old Man Winter. 1. Pile …

Tips for a Luxe Holiday Home

It’s the time of year when friends and family gather, laugh and make memories: the perfect time to fluff up your home and make it feel extra special. Ready to step up your holiday decorating game and give your home the luxe treatment? Try these tricks to make your house feel warm and luxurious this …

Five Perfect Christmas Cookies

There is an annual Holiday tradition in my house called “Baking Day”. My father-in-law comes over and we roll up our sleeves in the kitchen together to do all sorts of holiday baking. He inherited his love of baking from his mother, and hopefully we will pass down this tradition to my son who also …

DIY Handmade Gifts for the Holidays

‘Tis the season, friends!  Your budget and gift inspiration might be running low about now, so I’m here to share some amazing DIY handmade gifts to help you finish off your list.  The blogosphere and Pinterest are loaded with creative ideas for gifts you can put together, many of them for only a few dollars.  …

Rustic Pine Holiday Table

Rustic is one of my many styles, and this Rustic Pine dining room setting has the perfect amount of class and rustic charm all rolled into one.     Would you like to recreate this look for your own dining space? It all starts with the table! Weathered and distressed, this gorgeous table is perfect for …

Go Bold with Reds

The holidays are approaching and when I think of the staple color of the season, I think of red. Sure, this cheerful color is great during the winter season, but it’s equally delightful to see year-round. Look for red as you decorate, but infuse it within your home décor as well. Shades of red will …

Weekend Project: FrogTape® Shape Tape Art

FrogTape is Fabulous! Have you ever used Frog Tape for painting? They now have FrogTape® Shape Tape™ and it comes in several different shapes, but my favorite is the chevron! It is SO super easy. Just cut the shaped tape the length you need. Paint a section of your project along the edges of the tape; …

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