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The perfect Fall treat! This pumpkin pie Chex Mix recipe will make you the most popular person at your Fall parties and will have you coming back for handful after handful! This simple, sweet Fall snack is perfect for a lazy weekend or a snack that will get you through a busy week.
I don’t share recipes often but when I do, you can rest assured that it is a family favorite! [Read more…]
With New Year’s resolution diets still in full swing (hopefully), you may find yourself craving some sugar. Well, I am happy to share a sugar cookie recipe that isn’t going to spend a moment on the lips and a lifetime on the hips. These sugar cookies are going to make your skin feel amazing! It’s because they are bath bombs! This sugar cookie bath bomb recipe looks and smells just like your favorite baked treat, but you can enjoy it without the guilt!
Can you believe that those AREN’T COOKIES?! Unfortunately, my two year old really wouldn’t believe me. She was in tears because she wanted one so badly! I let her bathe with one instead and she thought it was pretty awesome. To make your own sugar cookie bath bombs, you need… [Read more…]
Bath bombs aren’t just for the ladies! I have had a few requests for a good, masculine bath bomb. I have quite a few that men would really enjoy, but I wanted to create one specifically for men. And ladies, don’t you worry… this mint pine scent won’t make you smell like a man. This mixture of mint and pine scents is earthy and dreamy enough for women, too!
To make your own mint pine masculine bath bombs, you need… [Read more…]
Bath bombs make great gifts! They are easy to make and everyone can appreciate a soothing bath that leaves their skin silky smooth and smelling amazing. These gingerbread bath bombs are perfect for neighbor gifts, teacher gifts, or stocking stuffers. I think people get nervous when they are trying to learn how to make bath bombs, but they aren’t hard to make at all! Last year, I made these cute Christmas Tree bath bombs and I am excited to add these gingerbread bath bombs to the mix!
To make your own gingerbread bath bombs, you will need… [Read more…]
Halloween parties are in full swing and there is no better way to socialize than over fantastic food. When you are surrounded by great company and delicious food, you are almost guaranteed a hit when it comes to throwing the perfect Halloween party. If we are being completely honest with ourselves, Halloween is more about the dessert than the actual meal. Focus on a fun dessert that will bring your party guests together!
These chocolate candy apple pops are sure to bring party guests together. They can be made before the party or as part of the party by creating a station where guests can make their own chocolate candy apple creations. [Read more…]
Boo! It is my favorite time of the year, Halloween season! What better way to celebrate than a seasonal bath bomb, inspired by a play on words… blood bath! Now, I will give a bit of a disclaimer and tell you that this could have gone pretty gory. I chose to keep it less gory but if you want this to literally look like you are bathing in blood you could. This blood bath bomb recipe is easy to make and can be totally customized for the scent and the gore level.
First, let’s talk ingredients. In order to make this blood bath bomb, you will need… [Read more…]
I’m about to let you all in on a secret of mine. I don’t have many recipes that are all my own, but this rice krispie treats recipe is one of the few that I can call my own. I experimented over several years until I found the perfect combination of salt, butter, Rice Krispies, and marshmallows… and I finally found it. But then I didn’t want to share it. I wanted to keep it to myself. I finally had myself a “secret recipe” that I could keep to myself. But then I started taking these blissful squares to parties and family functions and more people started asking for the recipe and I realized that the people NEED my secret world’s best rice krispie treats recipe!
These rice krispie treats have been served at my brother’s wedding, family parties, and consumed on countless lazy Sunday afternoons. They are addicting, delicious, and dare I say… perfect! [Read more…]
These spicy marinated vegetables are always a hit! This recipe is easy to follow and your friends will be talking about this for months, I promise! It makes the perfect side dish for any neighborhood barbecue or your family meal.
Several years ago, I went to a neighborhood barbecue. I saw the most delicious looking vegetables that smelled even better than they looked. I scooped up a plateful and what happened next, is nothing short of a love story. The taste of these vegetables was just as I felt heaven would taste like. I had to know who made this. Finally, I found the woman I had been looking for. When I asked her if I could have the recipe, she paused. She then explained that the recipe for spicy marinated vegetables had been given to her by a friend who had kept the recipe a secret for years! [Read more…]
Do you like the idea of bath bombs, but can’t handle the thoughts of taking a bath? Shower steamers are going to be your new favorite thing! Shower steamers are basically bath bombs, for showers. They don’t have all of the extra products that are used for your skin, but they are made to create the perfect aromatherapy in the shower. I have some really great shower steamer recipes in the works, but I wanted to start out with a favorite of mine. These awakening citrus shower steamers are made for those early morning showers that you just can’t seem to get your body to wake up for!
The incredible citrus scents make your senses wake up and help you get ready to take on a big day. I also love that this citrus makes the entire bathroom smell fresh and clean! These shower steamers are insanely easy to make and are made with very few ingredients. Here is what you will need… [Read more…]
Headaches can totally ruin a day. I am lucky enough not to get them very often but when I do, it instantly makes everything a lot harder. One thing I have found that really helps my headaches is a nice, warm bath. I have created bath bombs that are made with oils that help with allergy relief and sinus relief, so why not one that is made with oils made to help with headache relief? I tried it and it is such a soothing blend!
Before I get started, I will just say the obvious. I am NOT a doctor! There are different kinds of headaches out there. This bath bomb is in no way medicine for your headache. Take medicine for your headache! This bath bomb is just going to help you relax and aide your head to continue to feel better. [Read more…]
