If you’ve ever had monkey bread, these monkey bread muffins are like a little muffin version of those. If you’ve never had monkey bread, you should totally try my pineapple monkey bread (and also these muffins). Monkey bread typically uses biscuit dough cut up into small pieces. The biscuit pieces are then baked together and covered in some sort of topping – often melted butter and cinnamon sugar but sometimes other things....
There is something about pizza that everyone loves! While I love to serve pizza at parties, I actually prefer to make things that are easier to share like mini pizza pies, pizza loaf, and even mini calzones! These pepperoni pizza roll ups are the latest in my pizza recipes and they may just be my favorite. Okay, well at least second to pizza loaf but pretty sure that’s just because it’s nostalgic....
This flavorful tart is the star of any dinner party as a veggie main or sliced into small squares for a bite-sized appetizer. Plus, it’s the perfect excuse to explore different types of eggplant at the farmer’s market. Za’atar is a classic Middle Eastern spice blend of sumac (a citrusy, dried berry), sesame seeds, and other herbs like oregano, thyme, and marjoram. Basically, it’s a shortcut to amazing flavor on any dish....
Feng shui is especially important for a home office because unlike a corporate space, you have complete control over it’s design. There isn’t just one way to feng shui an office; it depends on the person, their professional goals, and what the room is used for. According to feng shui expert Ashley Cantley, “Feng shui can increase business by drawing in more clients, creating happier employees, and generating more wealth....
There’s just something fun about glow sticks and really anything that lights up – flashlights, night lights, glow sticks. If it lights up, kids are likely going to like it. I know my boys do. My youngest runs around with a little miniature flashlight almost every day. And glow sticks are just plain fun. These printable valentines are the perfect way for kids to give out non-candy Valentine’s Day surprises to their friends who light up their lives with their friendship!...
Every year I try to figure out how to help my kids learn to be more grateful for the things they have. We’ve tried everything from this gratitude game to doing one of these gratitude jars, this gratitude punch game, and lots of things in between! This year I made this fun printable Thanksgiving turkey that’s filled with questions and activities to help kids (and adults) think of things they’re grateful for all month long!...
One of our favorite traditions to do as a family during the holiday season is to write dear Santa letters filled with Christmas wishes and wants (assuming the kids make it on the nice list of course). In the past, I’ve just encouraged my kids to start with a blank letter but somehow they always got writer’s block and couldn’t come up with anything to write. So I thought I’d help them out a bit and made these free printables that are full of prompts to help make writing to Santa asking for their Christmas wish list a bit easier!...
Ever since my son was little and we did this roll a dinosaur game for his birthday party, he’s loved roll a XYZ games. I’ve already shared roll a Jack O Lantern, roll a Christmas tree, and roll a rainbow games so I thought it was about time to make a roll a turkey game. Like all of our other dice games, this game is super easy to setup and super easy to play....
Halloween Punch Board Game I’ve been a huge fan of prize punch games for years. I made my first and called it the gratitude game like seven years ago and filled the cups with gratitude activities to do with my kids during the Thanksgiving season. And then I did one for my son’s Disney World birthday party that was Toy Story mania themed (so fun!). It’s an idea inspired by the Punch a Bunch game on Price is Right and basically you choose an option, punch through it, and win a prize!...
Halloween Charades My family is a big fan of games that get you up and moving – even better if it’s something you can do as a team or big group, even when you have younger children around! I love playing Halloween games at my parties and Halloween charades is always a fan favorite, especially when you mix things up and don’t just stick with traditional charades! You could even get a bit more specific and try Harry Potter charades!...
It’s smart to listen to your body to figure out your ideal water intake because drinking too much or too little water can affect everything from metabolism to mood. For example, if you quickly consume two liters when it’s cool out and you are relatively sedentary, it’s possible you could be drinking too much water. More commonly, you are likely not drinking enough. We asked top health experts to help us hone in on an amount of water that makes sense for each of us....
The brand just released its new Sleep Like a Baby collection: a line of sleep dresses, pajama tops and pants, robes, and even sheets. Sticking true to the floral, regency-inspired style that the brand has perfected at this point, the new line is as gorgeous as you’d imagine. Pieces and sizes are already selling out (to no one’s surprise, one of the two new sleep dresses is already completely gone just a day after launching) so you’ll want to act fast to snap up these stunning styles....
The Best Items to Shop at HomeGoods Seasonal and Holiday Décor “My first stop at HomeGoods is the seasonal or holiday displays because they’re typically full of fun, fresh, and out-of-the-box finds,” says Jenny Reimold, an interior stylist and HomeGoods style expert. “I love hunting through the seasonal items and have found inspiration for many of my tablescapes and holiday trees!” Throw Pillows After checking out the seasonal aisles, Reimold’s next stop is throw pillows and blankets....
Clearly, I’m on the extreme end of the spectrum. Eventually, I’ll jump on the “cutting back” bandwagon, and I’m sure my chronic insomnia will thank me. (Here are a few great coffee alternatives plus ways to boost energy sans coffee if you’re caffeine free-curious, too). But here’s the thing: Caffeine isn’t bad for you when consumed in moderation. To figure out what exactly moderation means and what health benefits—and drawbacks—caffeine has to offer, we checked in with nutrition expert Megan Meyer, PhD, director, science communications at the International Food Information Council....
Reader question: How do you get a pimple to come to a head quickly? —@opposumpooka Ever get a deep-rooted pimple that has no head but feels like an immovable mountain? They linger just under the surface of your skin so you can’t use your conventional acne routine or pimple popping methods. This weed-like nuisance is actually called a “blind pimple,” a misleading name that doesn’t sound too bad but is actually the worst kind....
“Invite little ones to think of a recipe that Cookie Monster would want to eat, or what Ernie would make for Bert,” suggests Tyler Lee. Simple recipes like Froyo Pops and smoothies are a good place to start because they’re quick, easy, and relatively low mess. Engage your preschooler by inviting them to organize and measure the ingredients, load ingredients into the blender, or count down the seconds while your smoothie is blending....
Fortunately, there’s no need to dread planning for retirement. The earlier you start, the easier it is, and making a plan at any point is better than nothing. You can overcome that stress—stress about the balances of your retirement accounts (or lack thereof), stress about how much you need to save, stress about the uncertainty of your future—with some mindfulness, focus, and action. (If you’ve yet to learn how to meditate, never fear: This exercise is beginner-friendly....
Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to fix your baking mistakes when they happen—or prevent them from happening in the first place. Follow the best tips from the pros below to ensure every recipe looks as good as it tastes. Preventing Baking Mistakes They say an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure—and so your best bet is to ward off trouble before it starts. Follow these tips to keep mistakes from happening in the first place....
Declutter and Take Inventory Start by emptying out the entire closet and taking inventory, then make piles for items to keep, toss, or donate. Remove items that don’t belong in your linen closet and decide if there is another space in your home where these items can live or be used. I was keeping my children’s board games and random art supplies in the linen closet, when they are more likely to be used and appreciated somewhere else....
