If I could marry a craft supply it would probably be spray paint–sorry, Mod Podge–and our children would probably be these coasters. (What does that even mean? I promise you I have hardly been drinking!) It’s just that I have a bit of an obsession with coasters, and already have way too many in my
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Drinks Are On Me
If I could marry a craft supply it would probably be spray paint–sorry, Mod Podge–and our children would probably be these coasters. (What does that even mean? I promise you I have hardly been drinking!) It’s just that I have a bit of an obsession with coasters, and already have way too many in my
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Beer & Lime Cocktail
Limey Deliciousness Beer? Good. Limeaid? Good. Mixing the two together? Cabo San Lucas in a glass!! Once again I’m a bit fixated on football friendly party food this week and thus I bring you the Beer & Lime cocktail!! It couldn’t be easier to make… or more refreshing! Here’s What You’ll Need Frozen Limeaid Carona
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Milk n’ Cookie Shooters
Ya’ll know I love myself a pretty party food that’s simple to pull off, and these puppies fit both my needs! This would be a fab addition to your your dessert bar or just a passed treat to impress your guests. Once again, you’ll see I’m using my Pier One parfait glasses... I know I
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Spicy Ginger Chicken Wings
Football season is in full swing and the Superbowl is fast approaching. I’m not really a football fan, but I am an eater of game-day fare so I thought it might behoove me to share some of my favorites so you’re ready come Superbowl Sunday. This recipe is sort of a cheat because not
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Cooking Lesson: Yellow Curry
I don’t know about ya’ll but I am a HUGE fan of yellow curry! If you’ve never tried it yourself I really can’t recommend it highly enough! It’s spicy and sweet and tangy and delicious and now you can learn to make it yourself thanks to chef Gavin Portsmouth at Take a Bao. If
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Greek Seven Layer Dip
I’m a HUGE fan of seven layer dip. In fact, I rarely make it because I will continuously sneak back to the buffet table over and over until I’ve eaten it all. Recently I wondered to myself if I could substitute hummus for beans and the idea for a greek style seven layer was born.
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Light Me Up
One consequence of being a semi-professional crafty person is that friends will occasionally give you random things and say, “Can you make a craft out of this?” Such was the case with a plain lampshade that My Chic Life garden expert (and my sister-in-law!) Katie handed me a while back. All it took was some
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Chicken Fried Rice
Ok, so this isn’t really exactly low calorie dinner. It IS loaded with veggies and protein and a great hearty meal for a cold winter night. I love it too because you can throw just about any veggie in and it’ll all taste delicious! Here’s What You’ll Need 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts 1/2 Package
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Roast Carrots with Fresh Tarragon
Alright readers, I don’t know about you but I’ve a few extra L-B-S after all that holiday eating and I’ve got to get pack on the straight and narrow. That means dinners filled with lean protein and healthy side dishes. Tonight we tried out this version of roast carrots and it was fabulous! Here’s What
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A Flight of Deviled Eggs