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Grapefruit and Orange Compote with Mint Whipped Cream

Apr 10 2017 by Leave a Comment

Fresh fruit and sweet syrup come together to create this yummy grapefruit and orange compote with mint whipped cream topping. The perfect treat to serve at Easter brunch this year!

Grapefruit and Orange Compote with Mint Whipped CreamEaster is a week away and if you’re planning on hosting a big family gathering or brunch this year, preparing a menu can be a little overwhelming, let alone putting something together that looks effortless, yet chic at the same time. But don’t sweat it! Today’s recipe is simple to make, looks gorgeous, and it’s delicious too, which doesn’t hurt either. This grapefruit and orange compote with mint whipped cream is the perfect Spring treat to have your guests craving warmer weather and days outside. And mention the word “compote” and your guests will think you definitely know your way around the kitchen 😉

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DIY Jean Easter Eggs

Apr 7 2017 by Leave a Comment

You only need a few simple supplies to pull these DIY jean Easter eggs together and have your eggs end up on the best dressed list this Easter.

DIY Jean Easter EggsFinding a good pair of jeans is HARD. Granted, after searching for 33 years I feel like I’ve finally figured out what I like and what suits my body shape the best, but it takes some serious work! It also feels like a workout when you’re sitting in the dressing room, trying on the 300th pair that still ends up being too baggy in the waist or too tight in the butt. Well, today’s post will eliminate the need for any dressing room frustration, and will just leave you (and your Easter basket!) looking super cute. These DIY jean Easter eggs are fun and give you an excuse to fill up some pockets with a few little extra treats!

DIY Jean Easter Eggs

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Chocolate Easter Cinnamon Rolls

Apr 5 2017 by Leave a Comment

Chocolate, carbs, and Cadbury Mini Eggs…what’s not to love about these Chocolate Easter Cinnamon Rolls?! Check out the yummy and easy recipe!

Chocolate Easter Cinnamon RollsI have something that I need to admit to you guys. I’m addicted to Cadbury Mini Eggs. I always intend to buy one bag every year when spring and Easter season hit, (because obviously there’s no resisting these little guys and I’m not about to pass them up) but I find myself finishing the bag before I’ve even realized they’re gone. Which then, of course, means that I have to return to the store and purchase another one. (Obvi). It also means that I have an addiction and a problem. The first step is admitting it, right? What makes these little chocolaty eggs so damn good?! Cadbury, I’m onto you.  But instead of trying to fight it, I figured that I’d just give in this year. I’m combining a few of my favorite things, breakfast, chocolate, and Cadbury mini eggs into one delicious recipe that is perfect to serve up on Easter morning, for the kiddos or adults alike. These chocolate Easter cinnamon rolls are beyond delish and for a homemade cinnamon roll recipe, they are actually really easy to make too. Win win! 😉

Chocolate Easter Cinnamon Rolls

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Watermelon Easter Eggs

Apr 3 2017 by Leave a Comment

These DIY watermelon Easter eggs are a cinch to make and oh, so cute! The perfect addition to your Easter baskets this year. Check them out below!

Watermelon Easter EggsI’m all about a fun Easter egg dying project. With all of the new ideas and projects popping up online, traditional dying methods just seem a little boring now, don’t they? But, don’t get me wrong…I’m also not about to spend 18 million hours DIY’ing eggs that are going to be eaten or tossed after a few Easter hunting hours. So I definitely try to keep ease and skill levels in mind when I’m thinking up my projects for the blog, so that everyone feels like they can tackle them and they’re not overwhelming. Today’s DIY is exactly that!

Watermelon Easter EggsIt might not be Summer just yet, but you can still infuse a little warm weather fun into a traditional Spring celebration. Although, these DIY watermelon Easter eggs might taste a little different than the watermelon you are used to, they are a cinch to make and so cute! They’d add a fun and playful touch, hiding in the grass for your Easter egg hunt!

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Old School Hip Hop Easter Eggs

Mar 29 2017 by Leave a Comment

Have some fun at Easter this year with these awesome old school hip hop Easter eggs. So easy to make and just try not to get these songs stuck in your head!

Old School Hip Hop Easter EggsBefore I jump in, let me issue a warning. As you continue reading through this post, please be advised that you may get hip hop songs stuck in your head and will probably be singing them all day long. Let’s Mingle is not responsible for this reaction. Well…maybe a little bit. But, hey, at least I warned you.

Hip, Hop, Hooray…Hey…Ho…Hey…Ho…Hey…Ho…Hey…Ho…

There’s just something about an old school hip hop song. Puffy, 2 Pac, Snoop Dogg…I know we all have a soft spot for the classics. We know (almost) all of the words and when they come up on our Spotify playlists or on the radio, we sing them at the top of our lungs and everyone jams along with us. They are house party playlist staples and they’ll never truly go out of style.

Naturally, with Easter coming up soon, I took the opportunity to turn a few of my faves into some Easter egg fun. Because, how could I not with some of these lyrics?

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DIY Sprinkle Easter Eggs

Mar 23 2015 by 3 Comments

Guys, I. Love. Sprinkles.

In case you were wondering, the best combination at Cold Stone Creamery involves Sweet Cream ice cream, cookie dough, Kit Kat, and SPRINKLES.

But back to the sprinkles…

I’m a big believer that sprinkles make just about anything better. Including Easter eggs.

Sprinkle Easter eggs….? Duh. Of course.

They are bright, colorful, and just plain fun. And who doesn’t love sprinkles? (If you don’t, I am questioning your sanity).

DIY Sprinkle Easter Eggs-5I think these little eggs are just screaming for an Easter basket this year.

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DIY Floral Wrap

Mar 16 2015 by Leave a Comment

Spring is definitely in the air and I can’t say that I’m complaining.

I’ve already noticed the bulbs in my garden springing to life and these beauties that are stocking the grocery floral departments too.

DIY Floral Wrap

With Easter only a few short weeks away, I wanted to share a SUPER easy way to upgrade those grocery store flowers and turn them into something pretty to bring as a host or hostess gift when you’re invited to brunch (my fave!) or dinner.

All you need are:

  • flowers (any variety works)
  • wrapping paper that you love
  • twine
  • small gift tag

DIY Floral Wrap

First, cut your paper into a square. Ensure that you have enough paper to wrap the flowers, but also not too much that it covers your blooms or the bottoms of your stems. (You can make adjustments to your size as you start placing your flowers).

Turn your paper so that it resembles a diamond, with the tip of your paper towards the top. Place your flowers on top of your paper (make sure the stems are dry!) and arrange them so that you have a few varying layers. This can take a few tries before you get it just right.

Gently wrap the middle of the paper around the stems, tucking the inner corner under the stems.

DIY Floral Wrap

Wrap the twine around the center of the paper wrap. Pull tight and secure with a bow.

DIY Floral Wrap

Add your gift tag!

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A DIY floral wrap is such a quick and easy way to give some fresh flowers even more of a wow factor and impress your host!

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