Snowflake – Isabella Pattern

Snowflake – Isabella Pattern

These amazing chicken wings are so spicy you’ll be ready for an icy drink. They’re full of flavor and heat that tastes really good – just like wings you find at established wing restaurants. And these delicious fresh chicken wings are at the Walmart Deli. I like a side of celery and ranch dressing to…

These fashionable summer purses are so pretty. I love the colors and how the leather feels. And you can choose from many styles: like a long strap, crossbody, tote, or satchel. There is nothing like a brand new purse – the leather, the new color, the shininess of the hardware, and the empty cool pockets…

I like facial moisturizers, they are a great way to treat your face. My face often needs some TLC (tender loving care). My skin gets pretty dry during the winter. And the summer sun also takes a toll on it. I should start treating my face to softness every day, not just when it feels…

I love it when it’s time to decorate for spring. It’s fun to plant my garden and see flowers start to bloom. Every morning I enjoy walking outside to the feel the warmth of the sun and see how my baby plants are growing. You will like this collection of special things to help you…

How are you doing on those New Year’s resolutions? Eating less? Eating healthier? Exercising? A new workout outfit can give you added motivation to exercise. This outfit has bright colors and is very comfortable – a perfect combination. How am I doing on eating healthier and exercising? Well… I’m doing ok on the food part,…

This hearty Italian bean soup warms you inside and out. It is thick, rich, healthy, and satisfying. When you cook it, your house will be filled with the scent of herbs – oregano, thyme, and basil. My family likes this soup. It is nice for a cold day to keep them warm. And it is…

These little raspberry crumb cakes are fresh, moist, and tasty. They are the perfect “bite size”. I first saw them on the discounted “We Baked Too Much” rack. My family and I were quickly wowed by them. Raspberry Crumb Cakes 16 oz. There are eight 2 oz. cakes individually wrapped in the box. It’s a…

Going to a spa is too expensive, you say? You don’t want to take the time and it may even feel a bit selfish? But you should take the time out of your busy life to treat yourself. You need time to unwind, relax, be at peace from all distractions, and just be. It’s OK…

Valentine shirts are fun – because you can wear them any time of the year. I’m all for wearing t-shirts about love. These fashionable t-shirts look cute with jeans or layered under a cardigan. They are comfortable and made from cotton. And a few shirts catch your eye with metallic colors. Embellished Lace Heart Valentine’s…

These gifts are perfect for Valentines. And they could be given to teachers, friends or even your guy. They are nice for any time – a birthday or even Christmas – because love should be given all year. Here are the gifts that caught my eye – lip balm, necklaces, stuffed plushes, and even a…

I bet you’d like to do a full body dive into this tasty dip. It sure attracts a crowd at a party – with the different layers and pretty colors. We love the creamy bottom layer. It has great seasonings – garlic, pepper, dill, and thyme. The dip is topped with layers of chopped vegetables…

Don’t you just love this adorable little snow girl? She was so much fun to make. Now I want to make a whole family of snow people! Can you believe she started out as a gingerbread girl? As I was choosing the ribbon and dress colors my daughter suggested she become a snow girl instead. …

The Southwest Salad is my all-time favorite salad (from Walmart). If you need a quick fresh salad with tasty flavors, this is the one. It “packs a kick” with jalapenos in the pico de gallo, the dressing, and the crunchy topping. The salad is crisp with both iceberg and romaine lettuce in it. Sprinkled throughout…

Beauty sets – beautiful, trendy things just for you (and your teens or friends). You can find full makeup sets, hand and lotion sets, bath sets, or nail sets – so you can look gorgeous, of course. It takes me a long time to shop for beauty sets – I don’t want to miss anything. …

My kids love to decorate the tree. And when they get to choose ornaments– they think it’s awesome. These are fun Christmas ornaments kids will love. Every ornament on our tree is special to us. They bring back so many memories – like the time our tree fell over. Has your Christmas tree ever fallen…

For Christmas, I love big decorations on my front porch or entryway. I want guests to enjoy my decor when they first come in. These nutcrackers, tinsel decor, and lighted hanging sphere are very nice. Small decorations are easy to decide on. But a big item requires space for storage – so it has to…

Congrats to the winners! I am super excited to announce our very first GIVEAWAY!! Woo Hoo! Two lucky winners will each receive a $20 gift card to….. where else? Walmart! Why are we having a giveaway? We are celebrating our one year anniversary. It has been an entire year since my very first post. So,…

My kids love pancakes. I bought this cat shaped pan/pancake mix set last Christmas for my daughter. She was tickled to unwrap it on Christmas morning so she could make kitty pancakes. She was able to make them, just by following the directions on the box. But, with each pancake I could hear her frustration…

Mashed potatoes are a critical element at most holiday dinners. And this recipe is so creamy and delicious. It has great garlic, herbs, cheeses, and cream. You really should try my mashed potato recipe. First you sauté an herb mixture (green onions, garlic, thyme, and chives) in salted sweet cream butter, then, you add in…

These comfortable lace tops are the perfect colors for fall – warm burgundy, flaming red, beautiful gold, medium olive green, and strong navy. The weather is starting to cool down now. So, I’ve been on the hunt to find just the right colors to welcome the changing season. The tops are soft, lightweight, and colorful….

Want a bite of heaven? Then you have to try these amazing hamburger cabbage stuffed buns. The yeast-made bun is sweet and soft. It’s cooked to a golden brown and smothered with butter. The inside is stuffed with a savory mix of seasoned hamburger, cabbage, carrots, potato, onion, and garlic. Warm, right out of the…

I am happy that fall is finally here. I love it when the temperature cools and the leaves change their colors. This scarecrow, pumpkin fall decor will bring warmth into your home. Our favorite place to go to soak in the beauty of fall is a farm near our town. There you can pick pumpkins…

Face painting brings a colorful and fun look to your face. My kids love to get their face painted – ever since they were little. It’s amazing how a little paint can transform kids into animals, clowns, pirates – just about anything. When they finally get to see themselves in a mirror they just light…

I adore these fun Halloween party items; they all come together so well. For a children’s Halloween party these decorations are eye-catching, colorful, and adorable. For my first Halloween party, I remember bobbing for apples. How hard could it be to get an apple out of a big pot of water? All it takes is…

Trick or Treaters can see this happy pumpkin face door greeter when they walk down your street. He’s all about giving out candy with a very happy smile. You’ll like how easy this pumpkin face is to make. Kids can’t help but smile when they see him. And you can add a few empty candy…

The “Original Potato Salad” from the Deli is tasty and nourishing. You will appreciate the traditional taste of this potato salad. It has the flavors and ingredients you expect – just like the potato salad your mom made. When I’m planning for a picnic or a day-camping trip, potato salad is the first thing that…

El Dorado Casserole is easy to make. It has two layers you mix – a meat layer and a sour cream layer. Then you add a layer of cheese, and a layer of tortilla chips. You’re definitely going to taste the garlic and onion in the meat layer. And you’ll experience a little kick from…

Colorful mascara and rainbow eyeshadow are hot beauty trends right now. YOU can look beautiful and have fun with these mascaras and eyeshadows. This is a stand out look with a white outfit, denim, or a colorful top. And a late night party is the place to show this off. I wanted a look to…

Boy oh boy here are some really great bath time items (Foam Soap, Dino Fizz, Magic Fish Bath Sponges, Bath Crayons – to name a few). My kids have turned bath time into an adventure over the years. Sometimes all four have piled in there with swimsuits on. Several times it’s turned into a “revolving…

These boneless barbecue chicken wings are perfect. The shiny sticky coating and their finger snacking size make you want to jump right in. They’re more like a chicken nugget because they’re boneless. The best thing about them is the coating. It’s thick and perfectly chewy. The semi sticky sauce on the coating isn’t your typical…

Our GIANT bubble wand is easy to make and use. Over the years, my kids have made lots of bubbles with this wand. It will help you make perfect GIANT bubbles too. We bought our first bubble wand at a craft show – before we had children. A man dipped a small plain wooden dowel…

Our love of making GIANT bubbles started when my daughter took it on as a science fair project. It quickly turned into a family project since everyone wanted the chance to help make them. And, now we create GIANT, consistently forming, and long lasting bubbles. Science fair attendees were impressed with photos of my girls…

It’s so exciting to get new school supplies. You can’t wait to show them off the first day back to school. The more bright, colorful, and fun – the better. Amazing new stuff always seemed to motivate me. Ready to write a book report or calculate math problems? You betcha! – as long as I…

This is a beautiful way to give your hair a stylish braided look. It is SUPER easy to make and to wrap around a ponytail. My girls are always trying new looks and styles in their hair. So they love this beaded rope. It turns a regular ponytail into something more fashionable and fun. The…

There are only a handful of ingredients used to make pecan tarts. You expect a nice crust, fresh pecans, and a brown sugar goodness filling. They usually taste like a mini pecan pie. When I was a kid, I usually avoided any type of sweet that had pecans in it. So, if a brownie had…

I live in shorts in the summer. I like comfortable everyday shorts to go bike riding in, take walks, run errands, and weed my garden. These fun shorts are cute, colorful, and comfortable. They vary from super short to knee length. And they have fabrics like stretchy denim and microfleece. Shorts are great for special…

When the garden center starts to fill up with garden, yard, and patio décor – you can’t get me to leave. I found so many decorative things this year – rain gauges, solar lights, wind chimes, and bird feeders. I feel perfectly at home there, excited about what I want to plant in my garden…

Lace is such a hot fashion trend right now. It’s so romantic and feminine. You can stay cool this summer and look beautiful while wearing them. It’s fun to wear tanks and breezy lightweight tops in the summer. I love tops with a little lace strip or panel. And with so many easy undertops available…

This giant cookie cake would definitely score you points if you brought it to a 4th of July party. The flag on the top is a showstopper – so beautifully frosted. It flat out looks impressive. That’s why I bought it. I love making and taking things to a 4th of July get-together that have…

This 4th of July patriotic centerpiece looks like I spent a lot of time making it, doesn’t it? It really and truly can be made in 30 MINUTES! I love the big flowers, fun bow, and rustic looking bucket. If you want one for your home or ten to set on tables for a large…

I’m so excited to celebrate the 4th of July! I’m planning to stay cool in this Americana outfit with a breezy tank and fun shorts. It’s great how everyone goes all out wearing patriotic clothes for the 4th. And it’s so nice to take the day to just relax and be with the family. We…

My kids have been brimming with excitement – working on this business card holder to give my husband for Father’s Day. Our kids are currently crazy about Legos™. We’ve even competed (and won – woo hoo!) in a few brick building challenges that were insanely intense. He has received quite a range of gifts over…

Can you believe this beautiful bowl is made out of melted pony beads?! In person it is really stunning. The beads melt so smoothly that it almost looks like a glass bowl. It’s pretty durable too. I love how the clear beads really show off the flower designs. I think the rainbow colors make it…

My kids are going to have fun with these cool summer toys (a new bubble pond and wands, neon 3D chalk, a teepee, and more). With summer comes the chance for new adventures and fun. As kids, we especially loved playing with water. One of our favorite things was running through the spraying water from…

With baby back ribs – that finger LICKING sauce gets all over as you tear into them. And the great smell makes you feel like you’re sitting at a picnic next to a smoky barbecue pit. With barbeque, the meat has been smoking or grilling for hours – to give you “meat falling off the…

It’s fun to put on a facial mask and treat your skin to some lovin. But what’s the right one to get? How do they smell? What do they look like? Do they work? We tried these facial masks (two peel-off, two wash-off, and one overnight) so we could find out. When I came home,…

The bright spring colors on these tank tops are so pretty. When I’m going for a layered look I want my tank top to have some pretty design or detail on it. I usually buy tank tops to wear in the summer when it gets blazing hot. There are 90º to 100º days when I…

Create a necklace, earrings, and bracelet jewelry set for someone you love. My mom is going to smile when she opens this beautiful set. She will especially love the bird accent pieces and the beading. You can make nice jewelry with cords, beads, accents, and a starter pack from the craft department (at Walmart). The…

Buying spring decor is one of my absolute favorite things. These colors and flowers perfectly match my style. This decor will look so pretty in a kitchen, on the patio, the porch… It would look nice anywhere. And they make nice Mother’s Day gifts. LED Decor (IN STORES ONLY) $3.88 Love this precious bird. And…

You might be shocked at the taste of this deli fresh pepperoni pizza! The pepperoni had a nice spicy kick and was scattered around on top. It had tiny pieces of ham also. It was topped with four cheeses: provolone, parmesan, romano, and mozzarella. I noticed a mix of herbs for seasoning. We’ve always bought…