DIY Home Sweet Home: 2014

6 Deliciously, Healthy Dessert Recipes

Eating healthy doesn't mean skipping dessert. Check out these deliciously, healthy recipes.

Here are 50+ genius life hacks to make you life a little simpler.

Natural Ways to Prevent Cold and Flu

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Holmes Products for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.
Cold and flu season is never fun especially if you have kids but there are ways to help prevent your family from getting sick. Here are a few natural cold and flu preventives to put to the test this season.

Chair Makeover Using Rockwell Sonicrafter F50

Two months ago my husband and I decided to give our kitchen table a makeover. I do not have any before photos but our table was in pretty bad shape. It was covered in scratches and had several water rings. After looking through pinterest for inspiration, this is what we came up with.

I love these crafty ideas for transforming your home into a winter wonderland.

Weekly Calendar Half Page

This weekly calendar if perfect for organizing your weekly tasks.

Prints out two to a page or four to a page if you print double-sided.

If your printer does not print double-sided check out my post on How to Print Double-Sided on Any Printer.

Weekly Calender Half Page - View & Print

Decorate your tree this year with a few simple, handmade ornaments.

Cranberry sauce have always been a holiday staple. This year, change up the holiday tradition with these amazingly, delicious cranberry recipes.

These simple crafts are easy to whip up and perfect for getting kids in the spirit of Christmas!

Looking for something to show your 'fur' baby how much you care? Here are 6 amazing projects that your pet will thank you for.

Blank List - Half Page

This blank list is 'half page' size and will print two to a page. For best use print double sided.

Blank List (chevron) Half Page - View & Print

Brushing Away the Sugar!! +Giveaway!!

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Halloween may be over with but many children are still enjoying the sweet sugary after effects. Crest® + Oral-B® would like to help you brush away all of the sugar left over from Halloween with their battery toothbrushes and coordinating toothpaste.

I received some battery toothbrushes and toothpaste from Crest® + Oral-B® Pro-Health Stages™ to review. My girls were in love with the popular Disney characters. They couldn't wait to use them!!

One of the biggest struggles in my home when it comes to brushing teeth, is getting the girls to slow down and take their time instead of trying to rush through the process. When I discovered that Disney had a magic timer app I knew I had to try it.

Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner? Here are a few simple ideas for decorating your home and getting into the spirit of the holidays.

Sweet Potato Bread with Cinnamon-Honey & Cranberry Spread

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Dollar General. All opinions are 100% mine.
What is your favorite place to shop when you need to buy a few groceries but you don't want to deal hustle and bustle of the busy super markets?
For me, it's the local Dollar General.
I tend to get stressed out in crowded areas and unfortunately the super markets in my town are always crowded. Lucky for me though, there is a Dollar General a few blocks from my house! I can usually find the most of the items on my shopping list there, and they are never crowded. This is especially true around the holidays. Last year I was able to purchase the a lot of my baking ingredients, presents, and gift wrap at dollar general.
Speaking of holidays..., you guys are in for a real treat today because this recipe is amazing. If you decide to try any new recipes this season, make this the one! The sweet potatoes, apple sauce and buttermilk in this recipe do an amazing job at keeping the bread amazingly soft and moist.

Parenting can be difficult at times. Check out these simple tips and tricks to make life a little easier.

Marie Callender's Comforts From Home Project

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Marie Callender's. All opinions are 100% mine.

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Many of you already know that I am a huge supporter of our military troops. I myself, am prior military and my husband is as well. We also, still keep in touch with many of the men and women that we served with. So It is no surprise that I get excited when I discover that a product I enjoy is also a military supporter.

Monthly Calendar - Half Page

I have had such great feedback on my Ultimate Planner Printables that I have decided to make them half page. These fit perfectly in any A5 planner.

These half page calendars print out two on one page.

Check out my tutorial to print double-sided on any printer.

Calendar Half Page - Print & View

Cords are unsightly and can easily get out of control. Check out these brilliant ideas for organizing and storing your cords.

This 33-page downloadable pdf has everything you need to organize your life.

Before you toss those old toys, check out these unique craft ideas.

Track your child's growth over the years with these fun growth charts.

With these brilliant projects, you no longer have to keep your jewelry tucked away in a draw. These diy jewelry organizers are a practical and beautiful way to display all your beloved accessories.

Last month I shared a few adorable ideas for decorating girls' rooms. Today I would like to share some amazing ideas for decorating a room for a boy (although I think my girls would love these ideas as well!).

Give the little girl in your life a special place to call her own with these cheerful diy projects.

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Veggies {quick, simple, last minute meal}

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of American Frozen Foods Institute and the Frozen Food Roundtable for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
This is such a simple meal. It takes very little prep, is ready in minutes, and the serving sizes are easily adjustable so you can make enough for a large crowd or take it down to a single serving. (Perfect for last minute guests!!)

Summer is coming to a close and school is right around the corner. Get your kids excited with these fun and cleaver back to school printables.

The key to living in a small home without going insane, is to find clever ways to organize and add more storage. Here are a few great ideas ways to get you inspired.

Check out these amazing storage solution ideas.

Listerine's New Funky Design

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Listerine for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
Listerine has finally caught on to the chevron craze and I couldn't be more excited! I love the funky new design that can add charisma and spunk to any bathroom! The bright colors and fun pattern create a decorative feel - a fresh idea to add simplicity to your morning and night-time routine! I just love how it adds that extra pop of color to my bathroom and it fits in perfectly on my bathroom shelf below my colorful planters.

Keep your fridge in order with these simple hacks.

My Secret to Keeping Meals Simple

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of American Frozen Foods Institute and the Frozen Food Roundtable. All opinions are 100% mine.
Ever since posting my Weekly Menu/ Shopping List Printable I've received many comments from you guys (my readers) stating that you barely have enough time to plan meals, much less actually have the time to cook them. Well today I'm going to let you in on a little secret of mine. Frozen Food!! Yep, in my fast paced world between school activities, after school activities, weekend soccer games, and work deadlines, I understand how hard it can be to stay on top of your family meals. Which is why I incorporate frozen dishes into my family's daily routine. I absolutely love the benefits of frozen foods.

Before you toss out any unused or broken items, why not think of a way to transform it into something useful. Here are a few ideas to get the wheels turning and inspire you to make something amazing.

Leafy greens are not just for salads. Here are 7 green recipes (one for each day of the week) to incorporate into your meal plan.

Check out these amazing Diy ideas to beautify your home.

Earn Rewards by Drinking Nestlé® Pure Life®

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Walmart. All opinions are 100% mine.
One of the biggest challenges that I face on a daily basis is keeping up with my water intake. Before I had children I pretty much lived off of soda and coffee. Once our children were old enough to make choices for themselves, my husband and I knew that we needed to help our girls make healthier choices by providing a better example. About 3 years ago we stopped keeping soda in the house. Sure, we may splurge a little at a family barbeque, or when we go out to a restaurant. At home, however, those high sugar, caffeine induced drinks have been replaced with refreshing bottled water.
Even with the changes we have made in our healthy drinking habits over the past couple years, I still have trouble getting my recommended amount of daily water. I came up with this fun printable to hang on our fridge to get the entire family on board with drinking water.

Spruce up your home this summer with these fabulous tips and tutorials.

Enjoy the taste of fresh herbs with these simple herb garden idea.

I'm not going to lie. Our garage is a mess!!
After having a yard sale last weekend we managed to clear out a TON of stuff and now I am on the search for some organizing inspiration. Here are a few fantastic ideas that I came up with.