Wedding season is in full swing. If you’ve had to travel for weddings you’re probably familiar with receiving a welcome bag upon your arrival at the hotel – whether it’s filled with maps of the surrounding area or the trusty kit for the next morning complete with water and Advil. The favors always provide a warm welcome to guests and give the couple an opportunity to share their love for their city. Continue reading “DIY Wedding: Iron-On Transfer Welcome Bags & Durathon® Iron Giveaway”
Month: July 2016
Mexican Corn & Avocado Salad is Your New Go-To Summer Side Dish
We won’t call it imitation Chipotle, but we could. Continue reading “Mexican Corn & Avocado Salad is Your New Go-To Summer Side Dish”
Center Stage: Burlap Ring Bearer Pillow from It Happens in a Blink
Weddings are one of my favorite life events. I enjoy all the aspects of a wedding. Luckily, since my husband is a minister, we get to attend more weddings than most. I especially like how each wedding is similar yet unique. A bride’s personal style can set an average ceremony apart from the rest. I always love seeing that shine through from the initial seating of the grandparents all the way to the reception. One wedding decor trend that I have noticed over the years is the use of burlap. Who would have ever thought burlap could be so lovely?! I can understand why it is so popular. It’s relatively inexpensive when compared to other wedding fabrics, yet it can be dressed up easily with lace and beads. Continue reading “Center Stage: Burlap Ring Bearer Pillow from It Happens in a Blink”
Spice up your Corn on the Cob this Summer
Corn on the cob is a go-to summer side dish, but have you ever tried making it in your slow cooker? Individually wrapping ears of corn in aluminum foil and cooking them in the slow cooker is a great way to steam corn on the cob. It’s also a great way to cook the corn while securing a variety of sauces, herbs, and spices, adding flavor. Continue reading “Spice up your Corn on the Cob this Summer”
Step Away from the Takeout Menu and Make Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki
When you’re exhausted after a busy day at work and know that the family’s favorite Chinese restaurant is only a call away, it’s hard to resist the urge to pick up the phone and order takeout. My favorite takeout place is (unfortunately) only a few doors down, so I know the feeling all too well. But with a little help from your slow cooker you can easily make your favorite takeout meal at home. Continue reading “Step Away from the Takeout Menu and Make Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki”
Don’t mess with Texas-style BBQ brisket
Depending on where you’re from, you may have grown up eating a regional variety of barbecue. North Carolina, Kansas City, Memphis. There are almost too many styles to name. Continue reading “Don’t mess with Texas-style BBQ brisket”
