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Easy Fireplace Update

February 26, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hey everyone! I’m so excited to be here for my second month of contributing with my easy fireplace update tutorial. If you missed my last post you can see all about my guest room headboard update here. Again, my name is Ruthie and I blog over at Refashionably Late. My blog is a DIY and Home Decor blog. My husband and I moved to Minnesota a little over 2 years ago and about a year and a half ago we bought a house. Since then I’ve been knee deep in projects and loving every minute of it. What better way to share the progress of our home than to start a blog!? I love making old things look pretty again and refashioning furniture! I’m anxious to “meet” you all and share with you the progress of our home!

Today I want to share with you a quick and easy fireplace update I did in my home. When we moved into our house we had a beautiful fireplace in our basement. It was a requirement for me when house shopping to have a fireplace. I love to decorate them and I love to have a fire on a cold day, which is especially needed here in Minnesota! Our fireplace was very beautiful and I did not want to really do anything to it except….get rid of the gold. I know gold is coming back in but it just looks dated on fireplaces. Here is a before pic of my fireplace.

Blackberry Granola Smoothie Bowl Recipe

February 24, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

I don’t know about you, but I have become a HUGE fan of smoothie bowls. It’s one of my favorite things to eat, and it gives me the recommended protein for my morning meal. Not only that, but smoothie bowls are easy to make and easy to eat. It’s like dessert for breakfast, and this blackberry granola smoothie bowl recipe takes the cake.

diy Sunday Showcase 2/20, & Faves!

February 20, 2016 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Welcome back to the diy Sunday Showcase! We have so many great projects that have been shared with us, and this past week is NO different. Be prepared to get inspired and in awes with some of our favorites from this past weekend’s party. Then it will be time to leave YOUR projects for us to choose from. Are you ready for another awesome party?

DIY Love Coffee Cup

February 19, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hello PinkWhen readers! I’m Teryn and I blog at Vintage Romance Style. If you’re anything like me, then you love coffee. If you love coffee then you probably have a coffee cup obsession just like me too! There is something about using a new adorable coffee cup that starts my day off right. Hot coffee in a new cup makes me happy and a cute new cup that costs hardly anything makes me happy too! So today, I’m sharing an easy DIY LOVE coffee cup that you can keep for yourself or create for a friend!

DIY Love Coffee Cup

DIY Love Coffee Cup

WHAT YOU NEED:
1 plain coffee cup of your choice. I got my clear cup from the dollar store.
1 paint pen
Oven for baking

DIY Love Coffee Cup

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Make sure that your cup is clean.
3. Write the word LOVE on your cup in cursive. You can also choose another word if you wish.
4. Place your mug on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.
5. Take it out of the oven and let it cool completely.
6. Go over the word again with the paint pen and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Go over the word again (for the 3rd layer) with the paint pen and bake for 25 minutes.
8. Let completely cool and you’re done!

Don’t forget to check out other projects like my Restoration Hardware Knockoff Crystal Orb Chandelier , DIY No Sew Table Cloth Bed Canopy Tutorial and How to Turn Your Closet into a Boutique.

Berry-licious Smoothie Bowl Recipe

February 17, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

If you are like me you have either fallen into the nasty habit of skipping breakfast or grabbing something completely unhealthy at the local coffee drive thru. I have successfully bucked that nasty habit and have started a new lifestyle trend in our home. Starting the day off right with a healthy breakfast is important, and starting the day off with a berry-licious smoothie bowl is even better! It takes just as long to make a smoothie bowl as it does to make a waffle. Don’t believe me? Check this out.

Cinnamon Nut Squares

February 16, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Chase away the late winter chill with delicious Cinnamon Nut Squares! Hi everyone, it’s Cindy from Little Miss Celebration! Today, I’m sharing an easy treat that’s as comforting as a warm blanket, plus the house will smell incredible while these are baking. No one will be able to say no to a buttery, cinnamon shortbread crust topped with crunchy, toasted pecans!

diy Sunday Showcase 2/13, & Faves!

February 13, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Welcome back to the DIY Sunday Showcase here at PinkWhen! I am so excited to have you back again this week. I hope you are all geared up for Valentine’s Day tomorrow. We will be traveling out of town for a funeral and a volleyball tournament, but I have all of the surprise goodies packed up and waiting for everyone.

Last week we once again had some really amazing projects linked up! I am so excited to see what you have in store to share with us this week.

Quick 30 Minute Meal Mostaccioli Bake

February 10, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hey there!! Carisa here again with another delicious dinner idea for the whole family! This easy Mostaccioli Bake is the perfect quick and easy dinner!

How to Make Sweet Potato Fries – Quick and Easy

February 8, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

I have been on the clean and healthy kick lately, and I am LOVING it. I have to admit that I am in the kitchen more often, but for someone who loves to cook anyway, I am fine with that. One of my favorite things to make these days are delicious sweet potato fries. They are healthy and even Whole 30 and paleo friendly!

If you’re like me you don’t have a lot of time on your hand. This recipe for the perfect sweet potato fries is done in just 25 minutes, making it the perfect quick and easy side dish.

What you will love about this recipe:

EASY – only 4 ingredients
QUICK – only 25 minutes
DELICIOUS – we make these on a regular basis

diy Sunday Showcase 2/6, & FAVS!

February 6, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Welcome back to the DIY Sunday Showcase! I hope you have had a fabulous week and are clicking right through the new year. I am finally beginning to write 2016 behind everything. Needless to say, it already seems to be going fast, because January BLEW by lightening fast. I can’t wait to see all of the Valentine’s treats and crafts I am sure you will be linking up, but I am looking for some awesome St. Patty’s day ideas!

Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos

February 5, 2016 by Jennifer 6 Comments

Good Morning, PinkWhen followers! Justine from Cooking and Beer here! How is everyone on this beautiful Friday? I have been saving this recipe for slow cooker salsa verde chicken tacos for some time now, awaiting the perfect time to share it. When I was brainstorming on what to share on PinkWhen this month, this recipe jumped right to mind. These chicken tacos embody everything I crave in a taco. Perfectly warm tortillas are layered with tender salsa verde chicken, a tangy red cabbage slaw, and an addicting chipotle-sour cream sauce. A sprinkling of queso fresco cheese and cilantro are the finishing touches, making it a recipe the whole family will adore!

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Amazingly Awesome Pallet Projects

February 3, 2016 by Jennifer 5 Comments

I am always on the lookout for awesome pallet projects, and this is a great list of ideas! We’ve put together a list of 20 Amazingly awesome pallet projects. If you have a one, two, or even a few old pallets lying around, then let your imagination runaway with some of the best pallet projects out there. You will find everything from furniture, signs, and even outdoor herb gardens. Check out these amazing projects below!

St. Patricks Day Crispy Treat Recipe

January 31, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Rice Krispies Treats are by far one of my favorite treats to make. The kids love them so much that I tend to make multiple batches because they go so fast! I love this St. Patricks Day Crispy treat recipe, because it’s the same tried and true rice krispies treat, but with just a little green. These four leaf clover rice krispies treats flew off of our counter, and I bet they will at your house as well. Check out how easy they are to make.

diy Sunday Showcase & Favs 1/30

January 30, 2016 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Welcome to this weekend’s DIY Sunday Showcase! It’s been a super long week but it went by fast. Does that make sense? Surely someone out there feels my pain. Enough of that…let’s talk about YOU. We LOVED all of the amazing projects that you linked up for us this past week. We can’t wait to share them with you!!

DIY Refashioned Headboard

January 27, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I’m so excited to be here today and to be a new contributor to PinkWhen and share with you my diy refashioned headboard. Thank you Jen for having me contribute to your wonderful blog for the next year. My name is Ruthie and I blog over at Refashionably Late. My blog is a DIY and Home Decor blog. My husband and I moved to Minnesota a little over 2 years ago and about a year and a half ago we bought a house. Since then I’ve been knee deep in projects and loving every minute of it. What better way to share the progress of our home than to start a blog!? I love making old things look pretty again and refashioning furniture! I’m anxious to “meet” you all and share with you the progress of our home!

How to Make a Chicken Taco Crock Pot Recipe

January 25, 2016 by Jennifer 19 Comments

I LOVE to use my crock pot to make slow cooker meals, and one of my favorite things to make are these chicken crock pot tacos. It’s Whole 30 compliant and Keto friendly, (omit beans and corn) and that’s another reason why it is one of my favorites. It’s bursting with flavor and full of yumminess, and it is effortless to make.

I’ve said it before, and I will repeat it, I need more TIME in my day. Effortless recipes like this are what keeps my family and me going. BONUS: It only takes a few minutes to prepare.

If you have been looking for a yummy chicken taco recipe, you need to try these chicken crock pot tacos.

Are you following me on Pinterest yet?

chicken crock pot tacos on a bed of lettuce or on a bed of tortilla chips on white plates.

Easy Dinner Recipe – Chicken Crock Pot Tacos

diy Sunday Showcase 1/23, & FAVS!

January 23, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Welcome back to the diy Sunday Showcase! It’s been crazy weather lately, don’t you agree? I hope you are all warm and cozy and not stuck in the snow storm that has taken over half of the United States. We barely missed the snow, but we sure do have the cold temps. Brrrr. I am so glad you are back with us again this week!

Hugs & Kisses Free Valentine’s Printable

January 22, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hello PinkWhen readers! I’m Teryn and I blog at Vintage Romance Style. Now that New Years is over and we’re chugging along to the end of January, it’s time to start thinking about Valentine’s Day if you already haven’t. Today I am sharing with you a Hugs & Kisses Free Valentine’s Printable.

How to Make an Easy Baked Chicken Recipe

January 20, 2016 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Have you ever made a whole chicken in the oven? One of my favorite recipes to make is this easy baked chicken recipe. It takes just a little bit of preparation and love, and then you will have one of the most amazing dishes to serve.

This chicken recipe is whole 30 and paleo compliant, so if you are looking for an additional recipe to add to your diet menu, this is a good one to have. Are you ready to see how to make this amazing easy baked chicken?

Valentine Heart Magnets

January 19, 2016 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Hello PinkWhen friends, this is Cindy from Little Miss Celebration and it’s so great to meet you. Today, I’m sharing an easy & fun craft that’s cupid-approved! These Valentine Heart Magnets are perfect to add to the heart of the home, the kitchen. Put them on the refrigerator or any metal surface to add a bit of Valentine sparkle and shine.

Enchilada Soup Recipes

January 18, 2016 by Jennifer 2 Comments

If you have been looking for the best enchilada soup recipes from the best food bloggers around, then this is your GO TO list. I love enchilada soup, and when it’s cold and dreary it is one of my favorite things to put in the crock pot or on the stove. You will surely find one of these enchilada soup recipes to fit your palate and tastes! Check out this list of over 15 delicious enchilada soup recipes.

Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Covered Strawberries

January 17, 2016 by Jennifer 6 Comments

I swear this is the one thing that can totally destroy my diet. These Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Covered Strawberries are INSANE delicious, and they are super easy to make. In fact, I even made a fun quick video to show you exactly how to make them. They don’t take long, and they are a crowd pleaser, to be sure! Check out just how easy it is to make these Nutella Stuffed Chocolate Covered Strawberries.

diy Sunday Showcase 1/16, & FAVS!

January 16, 2016 by Jennifer 8 Comments

Welcome back to this week’s diy Sunday Showcase! I hope you all have had a fabulous week. Are you all still sticking to those New Year’s resolutions? SO far so good here…and I am hoping to just keep going. Now if I could just get myself to stop eating the chocolate covered almonds I keep picking up at the grocery store…I would be good! In fact, I picked a sweet treat as one of my favorites from this past week’s party. Want to check them all out?

Herb Rolls Recipe

January 15, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Happy New Year everyone! Krystal here from Natural Fit Foodie. Today I’m sharing my gluten free garlic herb rolls recipe with you. During the holiday season we play host quite often. These dinner rolls make a perfect addition to the table. I’ve been serving them up alongside brunch and dinner. They make excellent mini sandwiches as well. Even if you’re not gluten free chances are you have a friend or family member who is. Besides these garlic herb dinner rolls are so delicious everyone will love them!

How to Make a King Cake

January 13, 2016 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

King Cake is one of my favorite things to eat during Mardi Gras season, and trust me…mardi Gras is a season here in Louisiana. If you love delicious cake and fun parties, then Mardi Gras should be on your to do list. It’s one of our favorite times of the year, and I am going to share with you how to make this delicious cake.

Turkey Pot Pie Recipe

January 12, 2016 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hello all! I’m Carisa from Messes to Memories and I’m so excited to be sharing some of my favorite recipes and crafts here on PinkWhen. I’ve got the perfect recipe to start out, a turkey pot pie recipe. I love winter comfort food!

diy Sunday Showcase 1/9, & FAVS!

January 9, 2016 by Jennifer 10 Comments

Welcome to the DIY Sunday Showcase! I hope you are all getting back into the swing of things and enjoying the new year so far. I must admit, it’s been a little hard for me to get back into the groove. I have been taking time to eat better (Whole30) and I am also working on a 30 day plank challenge. So far, so good!

I have totally enjoyed looking at all of the amazing links you shared with us this past week over on the diy Sunday Showcase. Check them out!

Triple Berry Limeade Smoothies

January 8, 2016 by Jennifer 17 Comments

Happy glorious and amazing Friday, PinkWhen readers! Justine from Cooking and Beer here to try to get all healthy on you. I don’t know how many of you know this already, but this here food blogger business is all about keeping up with the trends, and we follow trends just like the rest of the world. Last month we were stuffing our faces full of cookies, cakes, and sugarplums. Apart from us devouring appetizers because it is the beginning of the end of football season, the month of January is all about getting fit, staying healthy, and sticking to those New Year’s resolutions. I hate it just as much as you do. Don’t worry. 😉 Today I’m sharing one of my favorite go-to morning smoothies. I make these triple berry limeade smoothies all the time, and I hope that you guys find them just as addicting as I do!

25+ One Pan Chicken Dishes with Surprisingly Little Clean Up

January 6, 2016 by Jennifer 5 Comments

These one pan chicken dinner dishes are not only easy to make, but surprisingly easy to clean up giving you more time with your family on busy weeknights!

Home and Life Organization – One week at a time

January 4, 2016 by Jennifer 4 Comments

I swear it was just yesterday that I was a single girl in a one bedroom apartment and I went to sleep with everything in order. Then I woke up and I was married with 4 kids and I couldn’t even remember where I last placed my car keys. Life changes THAT fast. If you don’t roll with the punches, you will soon find yourself caught up in a world of mess. That’s where Home and Life Organization is going to step in. We will be sharing weekly challenges from everything to do with organizing your house, to organizing your LIFE. We will be doing cleaning, organizing, tips and tricks, and even meal planning and a little financial planning. Everything you need to help get your life organized. Want to join me? Keep reading.

diy Sunday Showcase 1/2 – Happy New Year!

January 2, 2016 by Jennifer 9 Comments

Happy 2016, and welcome back to the diy Sunday Showcase! I hope you all had an amazing vacation and a wonderful ringing into the New Year. I have been a little slow and silent lately. My husband had a little accident and we have spent the last two weeks in and out of the hospital and having surgeries. Needless to say, I am ready to ring in the new year and start things off WAY better than we ended 2015. How about you?

Hoagie Slider Dip

December 31, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hey everyone and Happy Holidays! Amanda here from Old House to New Home sharing a casual appetizer recipe perfect for a low key New Year’s Eve or for your upcoming tailgate party! We go from one eating season to another right? The holidays run right into football playoffs, bowl games, and the Super Bowl. I love having easy appetizer recipes in my arsenal so that I am always ready when asked to bring a snack to a party. Check out this amazing Hoagie Slider Dip.

Free Daily Planner + Motivational Prints for the New Year

December 24, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Free Daily Planner and Motivational Prints

Free Daily Planner and Motivational Prints

Hi there PinkWhen friends! I’m Dawn from Dawn Nicole Designs and I’m so excited to be popping over to Jen’s blog today to share some free printable goodies with you. While I’m not big on New Year’s Resolutions, I do think it’s a great time to set goals and get motivated for the year ahead.

With 3 kids and a running a business full time, my brain is always so full of stuff that if I don’t write it down, it won’t happen. So I love my lists and my planners! Plus, checking boxes off the list just feels good, doesn’t it?

I designed a cute but simple daily planner that breaks up the day with room for up to 3 action items each for morning, afternoon, and evening. It also has a spot for tracking your workouts and water intake because #goals.

If you’re familiar with my work, it’s no secret that I love to surround myself and my workspace with positive sayings, so I also created three fun prints to share with you. If you have a gold foil machine, these would be perfect for foiling. (I just got a Heidi Swapp Minc and I’m foiling everything the past few weeks!)

Download the freebies below:

Note: The daily planner and all prints are size 5×7 which makes them the perfect size to display on mini clipboards!

Thanks so much Jen for having me today. Wishing you all an awesome 2016!

Dawn is a Hand-Lettering Artist, Author, and Creative Blogger. You can usually find her with a marker in one hand and a dark-roast coffee in the other. She resides with her husband, 3 kids, and 2 dogs wherever the Air Force sends them.

Connect with Dawn Nicole Designs: Facebook // Pinterest // Instagram // Etsy

(Almost) 30 Minute Ribbed Crochet Cowl

December 22, 2015 by Jennifer 9 Comments

Hello Pink When readers! I am Bethany and I blog at Whistle and Ivy. I really wanted to call this the “30 Minute Ribbed Crochet Cowl”, and it almost worked out. It took me a whopping 35 minutes to crochet it, so it was pretty close (I’m being completely honest about the project time-frame here). Despite the extra 5 minutes, this cowl works up pretty darn fast and it’s so comfy to wear. It’s my new favorite go-to gift idea, and I’m pretty sure I need a few more for myself in different colors.

This pattern is so simple, you can honestly customize it anyway you would like. It’s also a perfect beginner project, as it only requires a couple stitches. It’s not quite tall enough to go over your head like a hood, but with a bit of extra yarn (and a few more minutes) and it most certainly could. Be sure to begin with more chains, since this cowl is worked beginning with the height, not the width.

What you need:

Size P Hook (chunky, plastic one)
Chunky Weight Yarn (I recommend Lion Brand Hometown USA)

Abbreviations:
Ch – Chain
Dc – Double Crochet
BLO – Back Loops Only
Sl st – Slip Stitch

Ch 24.
1. Dc in 3rd ch from hook. Dc 21. Turn. (22 sts)
2. – 20. Work in BLO (this makes the ribbed texture)
Ch 2. Dc in same st. Dc 21. Turn. (22 sts)

Literally, that’s it. So quick and simple. From here, fold your cowl in half, with the ribs going vertically. Loosely sl st down the side, sewing the ends together forming a tube. Weave in your ends ( I like to use a smaller hook to do this). If you would like to make it shorter (more snug around your neck), you can work less rows. You can also work more to make it longer.

I just swoon over those gorgeous, chunky stitches. Chunky projects have been my favorite lately.

I hope you make this Ribbed Crochet Cowl, I would love to see yours! Share it with me on Facebook or Instagram.

And you might like this Chunky Granny Stitch Hat, Chunky Fringe Scarf, or these Vintage Inspired Arm Wamers.

I hope you have a wonderful Holiday this weekend and a Happy beginning to the New Year!

Beth

10+ Sparkling Drinks to Keep You Celebrating All Night Long

December 21, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

If you are hosting a party this is the perfect resource! A list of 10+ sparkling drink recipes perfect for any celebration including both cocktails and non alcoholic options so there is something for everyone!

Blackberry Mojito by Pocket Change Gourmet

Skinny Mimosa Mocktail by The Pinning Mama

Virgin Margarita by The Pinning Mama

Cranberry Apple Spritzer by Hoosier Homemade

Pomegranate Spritzer by The Taylor House

Skinny Cosmopolitan Mocktail recipe by The Pinning Mama

Virgin Mojito recipe by The Pinning Mama

Blackberry Red Wine Spritzer by The Taylor House

Skinny Strawberry Limeaide by The Pinning Mama

Sparkling Holiday Punch by The Taylor House

Cranberry Lime Mocktail by Simply Designing

3 New Years Free Printables

December 18, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

It’s almost 2016, and it’s time for a fun party to celebrate the past and look for the future. I am excited to share with you not one, not two, but THREE New Years Free Printables. I love printables to help add a little life to the room, and they are so easy to decorate with. Just print them out, add them to your favorite frame, and then place on your party table or on your mantel.

Honey Glazed Turkey Cheese Loaf

December 16, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I LOVE a good party appetizer, and I love a good turkey melt. I decided to come up with a recipe that would combine both of those favorites into one with this honey glazed turkey cheese loaf. It’s made with delicious turkey, white cheddar cheese, mayo, honey, and yummy sliced avocado. It’s all baked in a delicious crescent sheet and it is AMAZING. It’s also super easy to make! Check out just how east this delicious honey glazed turkey cheese loaf can be.

How to Make Creamy Cinnamon Vanilla Hot Chocolate

December 15, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hello, PinkWhen readers! It’s Dee from Meatloaf and Melodrama, and I’m here to share a wonderful quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for this time of year. I don’t know about you, but I crave everything chocolate around the holidays, including drinks. My kids just love hot chocolate, but if I’m having some, I like to dress it up and make it more flavorful. So, the other night, I made this Cinnamon Vanilla Hot Chocolate.

It’s smooth, rich, chocolaty, and it’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a cold night!

cinnamon-vanilla-with whipped cream in a white cup on a white plate.

Cinnamon Vanilla Hot Chocolate with Whipped Cream Topping

diy Sunday Showcase 12/12, & favs! #giveaway

December 12, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Welcome to this weekend’s DIY Sunday Showcase! We are also have a giveaway, a little token of our appreciation of you coming over and partying with us every week. Thank you again for being a part of our party!

We once again had some amazing links at last week’s party, and we are so excited to share everything with you. Check out all of our favorites from this past week, and enter to win $120 in PayPal CA$H!!

A Countdown to Christmas Memories

December 12, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

I have so many fond memories of Christmas, and my earlier Christmas memories are from when I was in Germany. My father was in the military and we were stationed at an Army base. It was cold, snowing, and Christmas cheer was in full gear. I remember even looking into the sky and seeing Rudolph lead the way for Santa during the night. (Now that I am older, I realize it was probably the red flashing light of an airplane, but the kid in me still has to wonder.) The things that stand out the most are the way the cold felt on my skin, how my hair was damp with snow, and how excited I would be every day to get home and open another door on our family’s advent calendar.

12 Amazing Chicken Salad Recipes

December 11, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

I am excited to share this amazing post today of some of the most delicious Chicken Salad recipes. Chicken Salad is one of my FAVORITE things to eat. In fact, I just happen to have a delicious chicken salad recipe in this roundup, and it’s one of my favorites! If you are looking for a delicious and healthy sandwich recipe, then you have found the right spot! Check out all of these amazing chicken salad recipes below.

10 Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

December 10, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

It’s that wonderful time of year where I use my slow cooker more than normal, and today I am going to share with you another amazing slow cooker roundup up of pork recipes. These 10 slow cooker pork recipes are all amazing, so don’t worry about deciding which one will be the best to try first. You will want to try them all. Get ready to have your palate sing and your cooking time decline with these delicious slow cooker recipes.

DIY Downton Abbey Teacup Craft

December 7, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Did you take part in the #DoTheDownton tea party over the weekend? I am so excited for the new season to start, but bittersweet this will be the last. In honor of the show, I created a fun DIY tutorial for any upcoming tea parties you may have as we get close to the season’s start. Check out this fun DIY Downton Abbey Teacup Inspired craft, and check out some of my pictures from this past weekend’s tea party.

diy Sunday Showcase 12/5, & FAVS!

December 5, 2015 by Jennifer 11 Comments

Happy Saturday everyone and welcome back to the diy Sunday Showcase! I hope you are getting into full Christmas mode like we are! Time has flown by and I cannot believe how fast 2015 has gone. I spent an afternoon putting up the tree and decorating inside the house this week and it feels good. Now I just have to wrap all of those Black Friday purchases I made and get them under the tree!

Speaking of awesome Christmas decor and holiday spirit, you should see all of the links from last week. I am always amazed at what you share with us here. Check out all of our favorites and link up to this week’s party!

Baked Brie with Sweet Red Pepper Jam

December 4, 2015 by Jennifer 9 Comments

Happy Friday fellow PinkWhen readers! It’s Justine from Cooking and Beer to share one of my all time favorite holiday-themed recipes with you! Let’s be honest here. While most of this time of year is dedicated to all things cookie baking, appetizers are kind of a big deal too! It’s time to get those serving platters out, bust out the guacamole recipes, and get those appetizers on the table. It’s also the best time of year for entertaining! This baked brie with sweet red pepper jam is the perfect appetizer to add to your Christmas and holiday party spreads.

DIY Christmas Gift Tags

December 3, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

I was so excited when FloraCraft® reached out to me last month and asked me to be a part of their Christmas Blitz. As a former part of the MakeIt: Fun® craft team, I was super excited to play with their amazing foam again. As part of the Christmas Blitz, I decided to create a couple of DIY Christmas Gift Tags that were inspired by the FloraCraft® Holiday e-book. You can’t have Christmas without stars, and who can resist a Moose? I know I can’t! Check out how I made these adorable DIY Christmas Gift Tags below.

Believe Free Christmas Printable

December 2, 2015 by Jennifer 3 Comments

There is something about Christmas that gets me into the decorating mode. One of my all time favorite things to decorate with is a printable. It’s so easy to change them out, and all you have to do is print them out. Who doesn’t love to display some gorgeous free Christmas decor?

Homemade Gift Ideas Using Essential Oils

November 30, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

If you are new to essential oils or are just dabbling in them, there are so many things you can use them for. One of the things I love to do is share them with friends and family through my homemade gift ideas. I love to make homemade gifts, and this year I am gifting friends and family with some amazing, relaxing, homemade gift ideas using essential oils. Check out all of these easy homemade gifts ideas and choose one that your friends and family will love, and find more ways to use essential oils here.

diy Sunday Showcase 11/28, & Favs!

November 28, 2015 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s diy Sunday Showcase! I am so glad you made it. It’s been a fun filled week full of food and family, and today we are planning on putting up our tree. I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and I am excited to see what you will be sharing with us this week on the diy Sunday Showcase!

Donut Christmas Tree Dessert

November 27, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I love so many things about Christmas, but one of my all time favorite things is to bake and share during the holidays. I love chocolate. I love desserts. I love sprinkles. And I love donuts. So I thought, why not mash them all up and make a delicious Donut Christmas Tree Dessert? It’s so easy and my kiddos always LOVE to make donuts. Check out how easy it is to make this super simple and delicious dessert.

Marinated Olive and Grape Tomato Salad Holiday Recipe

November 26, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

I am so excited to share with you this Marinated Olive and Grape Tomato Salad, and excited that Mezzetta is sponsoring today’s post! If you are looking for a new recipe to use your delicious olives in during the holidays, this is one you will not forget. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and it can marinate for a few hours, or even up to a few days. You will love the flavors in this salad, and I can’t wait to share all of the deliciousness of this holiday recipe with you.

Pinkie’s Up, It’s Downton Abbey Tea Time

November 23, 2015 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Are you ready for more Downton Abbey? I am so excited to be partnered up with Cost Plus World Market and share with you all of this season’s products and Black Friday weekend deals. With this year being the final season of Downton Abbey, you are not going to want to miss out on all things Downton Abbey, exclusively found at Cost Plus World Market. Are you ready? Pinkie’s up! It’s Downton Abbey tea time.

diy Sunday Showcase 11/21, & FAVS!

November 21, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s DIY Sunday Showcase! There were so many amazing projects this week. I love seeing all of the holiday posts that are being shared. It’s so hard to believe that it’s almost Thanksgiving. Soon it will be Christmas and then a whole new year! Time sure is flying these days. Well I am glad you are here and sharing your projects! Let’s get started.

DIY Edible Airheads Candy Christmas Present

November 21, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I have been loving the trend of making things with candy. You can do a search on Pinterest and find almost anything imaginable. I was so excited to work with Airheads because I wanted to create something fun and crafty with this delicious candy treat. When you buy a package of Airheads, you get the delicious chewy bars in a multitude of flavors and colors. I wanted to make a present that would match our Christmas stockings this year, as well as be a fun little treat in addition to our stockings. Check out how I made this awesome Edible Airheads Candy Christmas Present.

10 Great Gifts for Photographers

November 20, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Some of the most popular items to purchase for holidays and birthdays are centered around photography. Think about it. Do you have a passion for photography? Are you a budding blogger? Or do you have a friend or family member who has a passion for photography? It can be a daunting task for someone who knows little about cameras and equipment to find the best gifts for photographers. I know I am addicted to my camera, and I have been drooling over some of the most amazing products that are available today. With holidays and special occasions seemingly always near, I decided I would put together a list of gifts for photographers. If you know NOTHING about photography but have someone who does or wants to learn, then you will LOVE this list.

DIY Rustic JOY Sign

November 19, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hello Pinkwhen readers! It’s Brandy from BD Design and it’s so good to be here on the blog today. The holidays are approaching quickly so today I’m sharing a simple Christmas sign that you can make yourself. This year I am absolutely loving the rustic Christmas look that is on trend right now. This cute woodsy little sign is the perfect accent to any decorations you already have. Just adding a few rustic pieces can bring the warm and cozy feeling into any room. Let’s get started with this Rustic Joy Sign.

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole & Holiday Acorn Box

November 18, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

I am so excited to share with you all of the products from this November #TheHolidayBox that I received from Acorn Influence. I’ve had a ton of fun using these items, and I can’t wait to share them with you. In fact, I used almost all of them and made this delicious cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole. It’s one of our favorite recipes, and I can’t wait to share just how easy it is to make.

Wine Cork Grape Ornament

November 17, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hey there! It’s Dee from Meatloaf and Melodrama, and I’m sharing a cute little wine cork grape ornament on the blog today. I know it’s early, but I love starting Christmas crafts a few weeks in advance so that I’m not stressing out at the last minute trying to get everything done in time. This particular craft is perfect for the wine lover in your life, and it’s not hard to do. And, if you have any wine corks stashed away, this craft is practically free!

How to Make a Delicious Chicken and Dressing Recipe

November 16, 2015 by Jennifer

One of my favorite holiday meals is a good dressing side recipe. This chicken and dressing recipe can be used with turkey, but when a turkey is the main stable at the table, I like to change things up with a different bird.

This chicken and dressing recipe is a family favorite at our house, and everyone likes to go back for seconds and thirds.

Made with a delicious Mexican cornbread, you will want to make this dish over and over again for almost any occasion. The best part is that it is easy.

diy Sunday Showcase 11/14, & FAVS!

November 14, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Welcome back to this week’s diy Sunday Showcase! As a blogger, this is our busiest time of the year. I don’t know about you, but I am loving every minute of it. I am so excited to see all of the amazing projects and recipes you are sharing for the holidays. Check out our faves from this past week’s diy Sunday Showcase.

12 MINECRAFT Gift Ideas

November 13, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I have to tell you, Minecraft is probably one of the biggest things to even come along. It has been around for a long time, and the staying power is amazing. In fact, my kids are so into Minecraft, I decided that surely your kids are enamored with it as well. That’s why I put together this gift guide with 12 MINECRAFT Gift Ideas. Ideas that will win the heart of any Minecraft fan, big or small.

Relaxing Reading Nook with #SauderSpace

November 11, 2015 by Jennifer

Not too long ago I decided to create myself a relaxing reading nook. Nothing super fancy, just something that would allow me to relax, read, and reflect. I have always been a big fan of reading, but reading in my bed is never a good idea. I would lay in the bed and just read and read all day long….and then when it was time to go to bed, I wasn’t comfortable anymore. I needed to create a new spot, and this was something I had been waiting for.

10 Great Wine Accessory Gifts

November 9, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Everyone who has a friend who LOVES to drink needs to have a few wine accessory gifts on hand. In fact, there are a lot of us moms out there who enjoy a glass or two a few times a week! I love to sit back and relax, and a lot of my friends and family do too. I thought, “If I like to do it, maybe other’s do too!” and decided to put together this list of 10 Great Wine Accessory Gifts for the fellow wine lovers out there. It doesn’t have to be Christmas to give the gift of wine! Check out these awesome accessories.

10 Great Wine Accessory Gifts

I love this awesome “My Therapy” wine glass. It’s seriously a perfect gift for your favorite friend, sister, or even mom! Gift it as a stocking stuffer, or deliver with an awesome bottle of wine.

Do you love to drink a nice bottle of white wine? One of my favorite whites is a Sonoma Chardonnay. It’s one of my favorites, and to help keep things chilled I like to use an accessory called a corksicle cork. Just freeze it ahead of time and then use it between pours to help keep it chilled.

I should have made this number one, but it’s still one of my TOP 10 favorite wine accessories. The Rabbit Wine opener. I cannot tell you how I use to struggle with opening up a bottle of wine. It was seriously amazingly crazy, entertaining, and frustrating all at once. Now I can open a bottle of wine in literally 10 seconds. Just cut the foil, and OPEN. It’s really that easy.

I love this new trend! If you have friends (or if YOU) like to throw a wine party, check out this new alternative to wine charms. It’s the Vino Marker. Now everyone will know whose glass it is!

I can sometimes be a bot of a wine snob, so I love to have my aerator on hand. In fact, this is one of my favorites, and I tend to give this as a gift to all of my wine loving friends every year.

I don’t know about you, but I NEVER throw away my wine corks. There is always something I can do with them. If you have a friend or family member who is the same, keep things pretty by giving them a sweet wine cage to store all of those wine corks.

You know hoe sometimes you pour a glass of wine and you head out the door to the neighbors house and you don’t want to bring your actual glass? These “wine sippy cups” are perfect for wine travel!

The SIP CADDY for bathtub and shower is NOT a myth!! It really exists, and you can grab your very own Sip Caddy.

Wine Accessory Gifts

Planning a picnic and planning to bring wine? These wine sticks offer the perfect solution for keeping the bottle and your glasses upright!

And lastly, this wine bottle chiller keeps wine cold for 4 hours, and is sure to keep your floors cleaner than the average ice bucket.

If you are looking for the perfect wine gift for a friend or family, make sure you grab one of these 10 Great Wine Accessories!

diy Sunday Showcase 11/7, & FAVES!

November 7, 2015 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Welcome to the weekend and this week’s version of the diy Sunday Showcase! I can’t believe that Thanksgiving is just a couple of week’s away, and Christmas is just around the corner. Where in the world did 2015 go? I swear the older I get the faster time flies by. Check out all of the fabulous favorites we had and leave your favorites for this week’s party.

Kitchen Lemon Juicing Life Hack

November 5, 2015 by Jennifer

I am always cooking up something in the kitchen, and I am ALWAYS using lemons and limes. In fact, a ton of my recipes for the holidays will be using lemons. I am going to be making one of my favorite dessert recipes, Lemon Bars, and I have an awesome trick to share with you on how to juice those lemons like never before! It’s such an amazing time saver, and much better than squeezing and making an amazing mess. It’s my favorite Kitchen Lemon Juicing Life Hack.

Happy Thanksgiving November Free Printable

November 4, 2015 by Jennifer 5 Comments

I am so ready for Fall to make it full swing here in Louisiana. It is seriously still in the 80’s and 90’s. There are times when I wish I was back on the east coast so I could take part in all of the four seasons. We only have two here in the South, and that’s Hot, and Hotter! Needless to say, I have been getting excited for Fall and Thanksgiving. Now that Fall is here, Thanksgiving will be just around the corner. In fact, I have been so excited that I decided to create this Happy Thanksgiving November Free Printable.

Leftover Turkey Recipe ideas

November 3, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

I LOVE everything about Thanksgiving, and I love leftover turkey recipes. There are so many things to be thankful for, and it’s a day where we get to celebrate life, loved ones, friends, and all of the people and things we are thankful for in life. It’s also a day to binge on amazing recipes and sleep away the day. The next day is always fun for me, because after all of the 2nd and 3rd trips, I love to to make different things with my leftovers. So, today I am sharing with you some amazing leftover turkey recipe ideas. It’s not just for sandwiches anymore!

Favorite Things Giveaway with PinkWhen

November 2, 2015 by Jennifer 277 Comments

Happy November my friends! Are you ready for an AWESOME giveaway? This year I am teamed up with 30 of the most AMAZING bloggers, and we are doing a HUGE giveaway. Here is how it works: You are here because you have seen what I am giving away over here at PinkWhen.com – or because you LOVE me. (I’m just going to assume you all just really really love me.) However, if you are new, you may want to know that I am giving away a prize package that is worth over $100! But I am not the only one with a giveaway. There are THIRTY of us who are participating in this AMAZING giveaway – it’s the 3rd annual Favorite Things Giveaway, and you are in the RIGHT place at the RIGHT time.

diy Sunday Showcase 10/31, & FAVS!

October 31, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s diy Sunday Showcase! I don’t know if I am excited about all of the candy I am about to dig into, or about the extra hour of sleep I am going to get tonight. Either way, it’s just a WIN WIN weekend here for me. I hope you are enjoying time with your little ghouls and goblins. It’s raining cats and dogs here in the South, so we are having a wet Halloween. Either way, it doesn’t dampen our party! Check out this past week’s favorites!

Death by Chocolate Triple Chocolate Donuts

October 30, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

These Death by Chocolate Triple Chocolate Donuts are seriously to die for. I have been such a HUGE fan of my little Baby Cakes donut maker. I have been making donuts left and right, and today I am sharing this fun recipe that I curated for eBay with you. You are going to LOVE these donuts.

Easy DIY Studded Pumpkins

October 29, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hey everyone! Amanda here from Old House to New Home sharing a quick and easy fall decor idea. These Easy DIY Studded Pumpkins are perfect last minute Halloween decor or would look beautiful on a Thanksgiving table. I can’t wait to place them on my tablescape flanking some beautiful candles. These are so easy and you only need two supplies, the pumpkins and the studs!

5 FREE Black and White Christmas Printables

October 28, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

It’s getting to be that holiday season, and I am SO excited to start breaking out all of my fun printables and Christmas decor. In fact, I have been creating printables up a storm this week and I love these black and white Christmas printables. They are so muted, yet still festive and fun. You can download all FIVE of them here, for free! Check these beauties out below.

Dainty Bow Crochet Arm Warmers

October 27, 2015 by Jennifer 25 Comments

Hello Pink When readers! I am Bethany and I blog at Whistle and Ivy. I hope you are enjoying the fall season and have been able to spend some time outdoors. We have had a beautiful fall in Northern Utah. This morning had a lovely bite in the air, and I am digging out my hats, scarves and gloves in preparation for the cold weather that is coming. Each fall I get very inspired to create warm weather accessories, and these Dainty Bow Crochet Armwarmers turned out so cute and so cozy.

Sorry We Are Out Of Candy Halloween Printable

October 26, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Halloween is just a few days away and we are getting so excited. We are going to have such a large group of us walking and we can’t wait to have fun with all of the kids this year. Our neighborhood is always such a busy place on Halloween, and there are a TON if kids who will be trick or treating. With that being said, we hate to open the door and tell all of the cute ghouls and goblins we are out of candy. That’s why I created this Sorry We Are Out Of Candy Halloween printable.

diy Sunday Showcase 10/24, & FAVS!

October 24, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s diy Sunday Showcase! I love that you are back and ready to share all of the amazing crafts and recipes you have been sharing all over the web. Last week there were almost 600 of you linked up. We are all so excited! We’ve also picked some amazing projects this past week, so check them all out below and link up with us again this week!

Making Travel Count

October 23, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

A couple of weeks ago I had to travel from home and go to Atlanta for a blogging conference. It was such a fun conference, and I really enjoyed the networking and ideas that were shared. If you are a blogger and have been thinking about attending a blog conference, I would totally recommend looking into Type A. They are a great first conference for ANY blogger. What made the trip even better was the NETGEAR WiFi that I was given to work with. As a blogger, we are always online. When you travel, Wifi can be spotty, at best. Having your own Wifi can make life easier, I loved having mine.

How to Make a Fall Mantel Craft with Blocks

October 22, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Good morning PinkWhen readers! This is Brandy from BD Design Blog and today I’m sharing this darling Fall Mantel Craft with Blocks to spice up your mantel (or bookshelf) this season.

I love decorating with blocks because it gives the space you are working with dimension and texture. For this craft, I used glitter, ribbon, and a drawer pull to dress up these simple Fall blocks and I loved how they turned out!

Fall Mantel Craft with Blocks - Make a fun fall mantel with blocks!

Darth Vader Star Wars Inspired Dessert Idea

October 21, 2015 by Jennifer 39 Comments

I was super excited a few weeks ago when Jill Mills reached out to me and asked me to be a part of her blog tour. If you haven’t seen it already, she just published her super cute book, Wild Eats and Adorable Treats, and it’s chock full of 40 animal-inspired meals and snacks for kids. I was so excited to be a part of her book tour that I jumped in and tried my hand at creating a healthy dessert with this Darth Vader Star Wars Inspired Dessert Idea. It was so much fun to create, you have to check it out!

DIY Lighted Potpourri Jar

October 20, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hey PinkWhen friends! It’s Dee from Meatloaf and Melodrama, and I’m here again this month with an easy craft that just screams fall. This DIY lighted potpourri jar takes only a few minutes to make, and not only does it add a bit of sparkle to your room, but it also makes your home smell ah-MAY-zing. Really! And with the holidays coming up, this little jar also makes a wonderful gift for family or friends.

diy Sunday Showcase 10/17, & FAVS!

October 17, 2015 by Jennifer 8 Comments

This past week has been a bit of a blur! I returned home from an awesome blogging conference and have switched gears on a few things in the “blogging” world. I am excited for the new adventures, and I can’t wait to share all of the fun I will be cranking out with YOU! I have also added a fun video section I will be doing on Periscope. If you aren’t already following me, make sure to do it! I will be on there every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday sharing with you the fun crafts I am working on.

Are you ready to check out all of the amazing things that were shared here on PinkWhen last week? We had almost 600 of you link up and share your fun crafts and recipes. Here are our favorites!

DIY Mercury Glass Pumpkin

October 13, 2015 by Jennifer 6 Comments

Using only three shades of metallic paint, you can create this faux diy mercury glass pumpkin! So pretty! Read more to see how I created this project.

diy Sunday Showcase 10/10, & FAVS!

October 10, 2015 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s diy Sunday Showcase! I am traveling all weekend long in Atlanta at the Type A conference. It’s been a BLAST! Check out all of the fun I have been having by following me on Instagram and Twitter! If you have never been to a Type A conference, I highly suggest making it a priority to get there. It’s not a conference for a specific niche, it’s for EVERYONE!

Now about this past week’s projects…y’all sent over some AMAZING links! In fact, we had a TON to choose from and it took me forever to go through them all and find a favorite. You guys make it hard every single week. Check out all of our favorites:

Thai Chopped Chicken Salad Quinoa Bowls

October 9, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Happy Friday, PinkWhen readers! It’s Justine from Cooking and Beer here to share my monthly recipe with you guys! These Thai chopped chicken salad quinoa bowls are one of my favorite weeknight dishes to serve myself and the better half. It’s loaded with fresh veggies, shredded chicken breast, and perfectly seasoned quinoa. Cilantro adds some necessary flavor and the Thai peanut sauce is SO easy to make that you will wonder why you didn’t make it before!

Easy 3 Cheese Tortellini

October 7, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

One of the things I have learned from cooking over the years is that you don’t have to spend all day cooking to have it taste completely amazing. In fact, after having kids, you probably know that your time in the kitchen will increase in some ways and decrease in others. It increases because the number of mouths to feed has increased, and in other ways it decreases because you just don’t have the luxury of added time to spend in the kitchen. (At least I don’t!) This easy 3 cheese tortellini recipe is so easy. I love it because it tastes amazing and everyone will think you spent days in the kitchen, when what you really did was spend about 15 minutes! Check out how I am still making time for the family and making a delicious dinner at the same time.

Grateful & Blessed Free Watercolor Printable

October 5, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

When the air starts to cool off and gain the crispness that summer robs, and the leaves start to turn from their vibrant summer colors into the warm hues of fall, we know Thanksgiving is approaching and it makes me reflect. Each year I look at my life, my husband and my three sweet kids and I feel so lucky. I helped my neighbor make a sign the other day and we were using something she found on Pinterest as inspiration, but somehow as we worked on it the wording evolved to Grateful & Blessed. In the change of the season that sums it up for me. I am so blessed and so grateful.

Grateful & Blessed Free Watercolor Printable

Well, I dove right in, but let me take a step back and introduce myself. Hi PinkWhen readers! I am Kimber from The Pinning Mama. Stop by and find me sharing a little bit of anything and everything you would find on Pinterest. Jen has done so much for me over the years that I am thrilled to fill in for her today and repay some of her endless generosity.

Seeing how well these words define my life right now, and how grateful I am for a wonderful friend like Jen, I thought I would just share them with you too in a free printable. The words are dear to my heart and the water color makes me think of the beauty of the season. You can add this into your seasonal decor by just clicking on the link below to download the non-watermarked version then just print it out on your home printer or anywhere you like to print your photos {it is sized to 8×10.} Then pop it in behind a frame or on a decorative clip board and put it out on your fall mantle or as an accent piece in a gallery wall.

Get your watermark-free, free download by clicking here or on the photo below. And don’t forget to check out all my free printables on The Pinning Mama here!

diy Sunday Showcase 10/3, & Favs!

October 3, 2015 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s DIY Sunday Showcase! I hope you have all had a fabulous week so far. Before we get started, I wanted to let everyone know I am officially in search for the 2016 PinkWhen Creative Team! If you are interested in joining the team, learning, creating, and being a part of an amazing creative group, then we want YOU to apply!

Now let’s check out all of the AMAZING links we had from this past week, where over 500 of you joined in on the party.

Healthy Halloween Party Fruit Snack

October 2, 2015 by Jennifer 4 Comments

Halloween doesn’t have to be all about candy. You can substitute that candy dish for something healthier, and this healthy halloween party fruit snack is one of those items. It was such a quick and simple piece to put together, and I even created a quick little video for you to follow along with. Are you ready for a Not So Scary Halloween Party idea? Check this one out.

How to Make a BLT Pizza

October 1, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hey everyone! Amanda here again from Old House to New Home sharing my family’s new favorite pizza recipe! This BLT Pizza recipe is easy, delicious, and I was even able to lighten it up, so you can go ahead and eat that 3rd slice!

diy Sunday Showcase 9/26, & favs!

September 26, 2015 by Jennifer 7 Comments

Welcome back to the diy Sunday Showcase! I hope you have had a fabulous week and are enjoying some awesome fall weather. We are actually still in the 90’s here, but the weather is a bit dry and I am suffering from migraines because of it. UGH! So actually, I hope your week is going MUCH better than mine. I did enjoy checking out all of last week’s awesome links. So many fun items were linked up, you can find out our favorites below.

DIY Halloween Pumpkin Craft

September 24, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

Happy September PinkWhen readers! It’s Brandy from BD Design Blog and I’m so happy to be here with you today! I have a secret…I like summer but I LOVE the fall! I mean the summers in Arizona are pretty brutal so you can’t blame me, right? One of the things I love about fall is making Halloween crafts and recipes. Here is a fun twist to the traditional pumpkin! At first, I thought I wanted to do an orange pumpkin with black bats because…bats are black, right? But when I saw this black pumpkin at the craft store I knew I needed to use it. I love the orange bats on it. It’s a little different and unexpected.

Halloween Pretzel Treats

September 22, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

Hello PinkWhen readers! It’s Dee from Meatloaf and Melodrama, and I am super excited that fall is finally here — yea! It’s my absolute favorite season, and I am thrilled to be back again this month sharing some fun Halloween Pretzel Treats with all of you today. We usually host a small Halloween party for our kids and their friends, so I’ve been trying to think of quick and easy finger foods to serve. I don’t usually go all out, but since it’s a party, I want to do more than open a bag of chips. And truthfully, I just love making treats!

15 Freezer Crock Pot Meals (In Under 2 Hours & Under $180)

September 20, 2015 by Jennifer 3 Comments

A few weeks ago my neighbor and I got together and made some freezer crock pot meals. With all of our schedules being busy, we decided we wanted to make things a little easier on us at dinner time. So, being the busy little blogger I am, I decided to put some of my favorite food posts to good use and make them slow cooker freezer meals. With this list you will have seven of my favorite recipes that total up to 15 freezer crock pot meals for you to make over the next several weeks. And we did it all in just under 2 hours. Cooking in bulk saves time and money, and with just a couple of hours of prep time. In fact, my grocery bill after taxes was only 179.84. That’s just $11.98 a meal. Pretty good for feeding our little family. I even put together a list of supplies you might want to have on hand to make freezer cooking a breeze. Let’s get started making these freezer crock pot meals!

diy Sunday Showcase 9/19, & Favs!

September 19, 2015 by Jennifer 5 Comments

Welcome back to this weekend’s diy Sunday Showcase. It’s been an entertaining week around here for sure, and I am excited for what the next week will be bringing. I am cooking a huge pot of my chili today and planning on watching football this afternoon. By the way, if you are looking for a good chili recipe, this is it here. Are you ready to see what our favorites are from this past week?

Not Your Normal Seven Layer Dip Recipe

September 18, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

So it’s probably no secret that I am a huge fan of food, or cooking, or delicious dips. I love a good Seven Layer Dip, but I am also known to change things up a bit. That’s why I am sharing with you this Not Your Normal Seven Layer Dip recipe today. It’s just as delicious as the original version, but made just a little different. If you are a huge fan of dips and you love a good seven layer dip, you are going to want to keep reading for this delicious version!

My Favorite Healthy Workout Snack Choices

September 16, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

If you follow me on Instagram or Twitter – or basically know ANYTHING at all about me, you probably already know that I am a lover of tennis. I also love a good healthy workout snack when I play. I literally try and play tennis as many times as I can through the week. I am all about burning energy and having fun, and tennis is about the only sport I can do that with. I am not a workout girl. I am not a runner. I can’t stand treadmills, and you will probably never ever ever find me doing a 5k. However, you can find me burning up 3 miles and 1300 calories a few times a week playing tennis. When I play hard, I have to refuel. I do that by making sure I have a healthy workout snack choice.

Fun DIY Halloween Plaque

September 15, 2015 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

Hi everyone! Laura here from Pet Scribbles with a fun DIY Halloween plaque to make! This is an inexpensive project that doesn’t take long to put together once you dye the wood orange. Dye wood? Yes indeed!

diy Sunday Showcase 9/13, & FAVS!

September 14, 2015 by Jennifer 1 Comment

First of all, I am SO SORRY it has taken so long to write this weekend post. I am usually a bit more punctual, but I happen to have a great excuse. My husband and I watched and were surrounded by MSU fans while our college team, the LSU Tigers, played in Starkville for Saturday night college football. The game was on Saturday night and I was literally 9 hours away from home and enjoying a little break from life while I watched my favorite college football team. It was an AWESOME game (we won!) but the drive home was miserable. We didn’t get back in until later Sunday night, and I have been playing catch up all day long. Which is why this diy Sunday Showcase (on my blog) is a tab bit late. Here’s a picture of us surrounded by the MSU fans. We were literally standing out in all of the maroon and white.

OK enough of that, I am sure you have already been to one of the other ladies sights, but just in case you haven’t and you waited on ME, her are our favorite from this past week!

Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Dip

September 10, 2015 by Jennifer 3 Comments

Happy Thursday, PinkWhen readers! It’s Justine from Cooking and Beer here to share my monthly recipe with you guys! This spicy roasted red pepper dip is one of our favorite recipes to serve as things start to cool down in the fall and football games begin to grace the screens of our television sets every Saturday and Sunday (and Thursday … and Monday). A game day must-have, this spicy roasted red pepper dip will keep you out of the kitchen and enjoying the game. Some chopping and five minutes is all that stands between you and the most addicting appetizer recipe EVER!

Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Muffin Cups

September 8, 2015 by Jennifer 2 Comments

I love a good homemade macaroni and cheese recipe, and this homemade macaroni and cheese muffin cup dish is what takes this old fashioned mac and cheese to the next level. If you have never had a macaroni and cheese muffin cup, you are in for a treat. The kids love them, adults love them, everyone loves them! It’s a super simple recipe that will have everyone asking for more. Are you ready to have your socks knocked off? Not only that, but stick around for an awesome giveaway you are going to want to enter!

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