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Book Themed Party

Book Themed Party: book page wreath, DIY mini book garland, book page table runner, and lots of fun vintage books and other pieces. This year for our traditional Back To School dinner I thought it would be fun to do a book themed party. This is perfect for back to school, but would also be great for any book themed party, book club meeting, book themed wedding decor. It was a lot of fun putting it all together with just a few fun DIY projects, and lots of fun vintage details. I started out shopping my house and came up… Read More

DIY Macrame Garland

DIY Macrame Garland: make this beautiful macrame bunting using only two easy macrame knots. Beginner project with full tutorial. This DIY macrame garland may look complicated but it actually only requires two simple knots and is really simple to put together. Today I’m joining with some of my favourite bloggers as part of the Seasonal Simplicity Fall Series. Check out all the links at the bottom of this post for lots more fall craft inspiraton. You can make this as long or short as you like. Each of my sections has 6 triangles, and I did 3 sections. You could… Read More

Slow Cooker Apple Butter

Slow Cooker Apple Butter: this easy recipe uses the slow cooker to make delicious apple butter that is smooth, rich and delicious. Fall is nearly here, and apples are in season. My husband and daughters love apple anything. So I knew they’d love homemade apple butter. Today I’m joining in in on the Seasonal Simplicity Fall Series with some of m y favourite bloggers. Be sure to check out all the links to their fabulous recipes at the end of this post. This is a slow cooker version, so it’s supper easy to make. Just chop up your apples and… Read More

Peach Party

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut. All opinions are 100% mine. Peach Party: easy DIY peach themed party decor made with the Cricut Joy, delicious peach dessert and peach drink recipes included. We put together the sweetest peach party using our new Cricut Joy. This party is the perfect way to celebrate peach season with friends, with simple DIY party decor made with the Cricut Joy, and easy and delicious recipes that are so quick to put together. I love the peach and pink colour scheme of this little get together. And if you… Read More

DIY Concrete Outdoor Table

DIY Concrete Outdoor Table: make your own high-end outdoor patio table from cedar and concrete for a fraction of the price of buying one. I’ve always loved the look of concrete, so when I was looking for a new outdoor table for my patio I had to look for a concrete one. This DIY concrete table is so beautiful, and sturdy. It turned out so great. And if you’re an experienced DIYer you can make it yourself. It’s perfect for all my summer entertaining needs, and I’m excited to share with you the process of how to make one yourself…. Read More

Pavlova

Easy Pavlova Recipe: a favourite, easy to make, no-fail pavlova recipe. Make with summer berries, or any other favourite fruit. I love pavlova. It’s delicious, easy to make, and always a hit with guests. This is a no-fail recipe you will love. Today as part of the Seasonal Simplicity Summer Series I’m joining in with some of my favourite bloggers to share our favourite summer recipes. Be sure to check out all the links at the bottom of this post. Easy Pavlova Recipe Pavlova is the perfect combination of crisp meringue and ooey-gooey marshmallowy inside. This combined with freshly whipped… Read More

Canada Day Party BBQ

Canada Day Party BBQ: an easy backyard Make-Your-Own Burger Bar and Free Canada Day Party Printables to insprie your Canada Day celebrations. It’s almost Canada Day and since we’ll be able to have small get togethers this year, I thought that a backyard Canada Day Party BBQ would be perfect. The star of the party is our Make-Your-Own Burger Bar! We picked up everything we need for this Canada Day celebration at Giant Tiger. I love a one-stop-shop! We picked up all the food and some great decor there. I set everything up in our backyard. We started out with… Read More

How To Make A Potager Garden

How To Make A Potager Garden: create a beautiful French kitchen garden with flowers, herbs, and vegetables in raised beds, and garden she shed. I’m so excited to share exactly how we made over our under-used side yard to create this beautiful potager garden. It’s been a labour of love and created the most wonderful space. Today I’m joining in with some of my favourite blogger friends for the Seasonal Simplicity Summer Series to share lots of garden inspiration. Be sure to check out all the links at the end of this post. Before We’ve had a pretty little veggie… Read More