Today I am sharing our laminate kitchen island makeover with beadboard. This is a small island attached to the wall, that was in serious need of a facelift. It's really hard to believe we kept it "as-is" for this long. But we had a few reasons for putting it off. First, the kitchen island makeover is only a small part of the kitchen and we are doing updates in stages. Also because we have yet to do a full kitchen renovation, we put this ... Read the Post...
Beginner’s Guide to Meal Planning and Prepping
If preparing lunches and dinners has become a time-consuming chore, it’s time to learn meal planning and prepping. Learning how to meal plan and prep helps you maximize the amount of time it takes to prepare several meals. Not only does it save time, but it also saves you the added expense of buying last-minute take-out food, or going out to a restaurant. Let’s face it, food that’s ready to eat is convenient, which is why meal planning works ... Read the Post...
Easy Holiday Hot Chocolate Bar Ideas
If you're looking for a fun way to make the holiday even more festive, then why not set up a holiday hot chocolate bar! It's easy to do, doesn't take up a lot of space, and your guests really will enjoy it. What's better than sharing hot chocolate with friends and family on a cold night? I set up our holiday hot chocolate bar on this small baker's rack, which works well for serving any kind of cocoa and snacks. I've used the upper shelves for ... Read the Post...
How to Save Money on Holiday Gift Shopping this Year
With the holiday season upon us, we all want to find ways to save money on holiday gift shopping. But to stay within budget, there are a few things to keep in mind. From planning your gift list and budgeting to being resourceful and creative, here are ten great ways to save money on holiday gifts this year. 1. Set a holiday gift budget and stick to it. Before you even get started with holiday shopping, it’s important to have a budget ... Read the Post...