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DIY Pool Noodle Photobooth Backdrop

Aug 31 2015 by Leave a Comment

DIY Pool Noodle Photobooth BackdropSeptember may be starting this week, but I’m refusing to give up on Summer yet.

There are still too many pool, beach, ice cream, sno-cone, and sunny related things on my to-do list and I need to cram them all into one week.

So, here’s to making this week as jam packed as ever with warm, swimsuit filled days!

Labor day is on Monday, and what better way to send off Summer than with one last pool party?

And, of course, a pool party is not complete without a fun photo booth! Am I right?!

At home photo booth’s are really easy to create and it can be fun to come up with an original idea to use for the actual “backdrop” supplies.

Take a cue from the pool and everything “floatie” related lately and create a fun and colorful pool noodle photo booth backdrop!

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Peaches and Cream Tarts

Aug 28 2015 by Leave a Comment

Peaches and Cream TartsAfter my farmers market visit (and the whole bag of peaches that I bought!) I wanted to find another use for the yummy peaches other than just for ice cream!

I decided on some fresh fruit tarts because they are delicious but also really pretty on a plate. If you have guests over or are planning a summer soiree, these tarts are perfectly bite-sized for mingling and oh-so yummy too!

But I couldn’t just make any regular fruit tarts, I had to highlight peach season! So these peaches and cream tarts were born!

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Sweet Stops: Pierre Country Bakery

Aug 26 2015 by Leave a Comment

Pierre Country BakeryIf you guys haven’t noticed by now, I LOVE sweets, desserts, and treats of all kind. (ALL THE TREATS!) It’s definitely a problem.

So, to highlight my problem love for all things sugar coated, I thought I’d share a new feature here on the blog, showcasing a different local sweet stop in Utah. (I may even add some more sweet stops when I travel too! Because, why not explore on vacay?!).

It’s crazy that Summer is basically almost over and I still hadn’t been to our local farmer’s market yet.

So, of course, I had to make it my first Sweet Stop while the weather is still gorgeous!

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Peaches and Cream Ice Cream

Aug 24 2015 by 1 Comment

Peaches and Cream Ice CreamIt’s peach season and I couldn’t be happier!

I wait all year long for the peaches to start hitting the local stores, here in Utah, and the time is here!

I stopped by the farmers market over the weekend (you’ll see more of that trip on Wednesday!) and picked up some yummy peaches from a local farm. I could go on and on about local produce or our market here in SLC, but I’ll save that for later.

Instead, let’s talk about the yummy things you can create with fresh peaches….like peaches and cream ice cream!

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Citrus Sangria

Aug 20 2015 by Leave a Comment

Citrus SangriaIt’s Thirsty Thursday!

If you’re not familiar with this special weekly celebration, today is a great day to become familiar with it, because I’m sharing a special recipe that’s a perfect match!

Sweet, tangy, and full of flavor, this cocktail is one that you’ll want to drink now and pin for later.

Citrus flavors always remind me of Summer, so to celebrate these last few weeks before heading into the fall, I whipped up at delicious batch of citrus sangria!

Citrus SangriaIt’s easy to throw together, so refreshing, and bright and colorful too! It’s a great cocktail to serve at those summer bbq’s or pool parties! (Or just for sitting on the porch too!)

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DIY Citronella Candles

Aug 17 2015 by Leave a Comment

DIY Citronella CandlesSummer is almost over (booooooo), but there are still a few weeks left to sneak in some warm weather activities before the cold and snow hits.

I spent the weekend off of social media, which is a nice change once in awhile, and spent my time outdoors in the warmth. I’m trying to soak up every last bit of these 90 degree days because I know I’ll be complaining about the weather in a few months. (Isn’t that how is always works?)

Since I’ve been outside so much lately, I’ve noticed A LOT of extra bugs and mosquitos around. I swear that August is so much worse than any other month for bugs!! Have you noticed the same thing?

If you plan to spend your time outside, I would definitely recommend arming yourself with some bug spray or, if you feel like getting bit crafty, you can make some easy DIY citronella candles too!

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Buffalo Blue Cheese Corn on the Cob

Aug 12 2015 by Leave a Comment

Buffalo Blue Cheese Corn on the CobBuffalo Blue Cheese Corn on the CobIt’s corn shucking season and I couldn’t be more thrilled.

First, I love fresh corn on the cob, and second, it reminds me that Fall is right around the corner. With that comes my favorite holiday…Halloween!

Corn is one of those great late summer sides that is really easy to make and is so good. Perfect for BBQ’s, picnics, you name it.

But sometimes it can also get a little bit boring.

Don’t get me wrong…I love a good cob covered in melted butter, but why not kick it up a notch and pair something with a bit of a bite and a cool tangy flavor all at the same time…?

What could I be talking about…? Buffalo blue cheese corn on the cob!

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Paper Party Plates

Aug 10 2015 by Leave a Comment

The Best Paper Party Plates

1). Emoji | 2). Mint | 3). Donut

4). Ombre | 5). Lemon | 6). Jack

7). Metal | 8). Melon | 9). Toile

10). Wood | 11). Pizza

It wasn’t long ago when paper plates came in a variety of basic (and plain) colors and that was about all you could find. If you found a color to match your party theme, that was already a win! But the typical paper party plates have definitely gotten an upgrade as of late and I’m sharing a few of my favorite finds today!

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