I had no idea how many people have annual Grinchmas parties until I posted these Grinch brownies on TikTok and they went absolutely bonkers. Apparently Grinch is one of the most popular Christmas party themes! So I hope that you’re prepared for all things Grinch this holiday season because I’ve got Grinch on the brain. There are so many fun things you can do with the iconic green color, images, and of course the music....
To buy: $7; amazon.com. Pre-serum (BVC), one shopper says their skin was dull, had red patches and scars, and was just not looking its best. “When I tell you the difference happened OVERNIGHT when I used this serum,” they say, joining the chorus of 55 reviews mentioning how well it works in record time. “The next morning my skin was literally radiant, red patches completely gone and some of my lifelong blemishes even starting to budge....
But now, eco-friendly patio furniture is available at even the biggest retailers—whether you want outdoor furniture crafted of plastic that’s been recovered from the oceans, built-to-last wood furniture from sustainable sources, or even cushions crafted of recycled polyester. Before you shop, consider these tips to pick the perfect patio furniture for you—and the planet. Wood furniture should be certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), which ensures that the wood was forested from a sustainable source....
What is a Buy Nothing group? Liesl Clark and Rebecca Rockefeller of Bainbridge Island, Washington, started the Buy Nothing Project to create a “hyper-local gift economy” in their community. Their simple idea—to create a platform where people could give things away, lend, and share amongst neighbors—has grown into what could arguably be called a movement. (They wrote a book about it, too.) What are the rules of a Buy Nothing group?...
What is a Buy Nothing group? Liesl Clark and Rebecca Rockefeller of Bainbridge Island, Washington, started the Buy Nothing Project to create a “hyper-local gift economy” in their community. Their simple idea—to create a platform where people could give things away, lend, and share amongst neighbors—has grown into what could arguably be called a movement. (They wrote a book about it, too.) What are the rules of a Buy Nothing group?...
It’s that time of year again – the time when kids are off from school for weeks at a time to celebrate holiday break. Sure it’s great, but it’s also long. There’s a reason I’ve been coming up with all sorts of Christmas activities for kids – my kids are going to need something to do in the weeks before and after Christmas. I’ve already shared Christmas mad libs, Christmas activity sheets, this Christmas i-spy, and even a Christmas word search....
Normally I am coming up with all sorts of new gift exchange games and large group Christmas party games for the holiday season. But this year is a bit different instead, I’m sharing all sorts of virtual Christmas games, printable Christmas games, and Christmas games you can play with your family or a small group of people. This Christmas danger words game is one of my current favorites because it works with any age and is perfect for a family game night!...
This post includes affiliate links for your convenience. Football Bingo Cards My family absolutely loves football! We’ve done parties during college play-offs, NFL play-offs, and of course Super Bowl. Most recently we had some friends come over for a football party and while the guys watched the game, us girls and the kids, well we played football bingo. I also have some Super Bowl Commercial bingo cards that are made specifically for the Super Bowl but these football bingo cards are great for any football game!...
Our theme was “Oh the places you’ll go” from Dr. Seuss, but these could really be reused for pretty much any theme. Or you could always use these for fun Dr. Seuss Day ideas too! Sorry for the poor images, these were taken last minute with my phone before I started blogging. The four handouts I did for the girls were: A YCL survival kit (click on the image below to see everything that went in it) — there are tons of little saying and pillow treat ideas on this post alone!...
Whether you are wandering the frozen aisle for fruits, vegetables, or a microwaveable entrée you can make in minutes after a long day at work, there are certain things you should always keep an eye out for, both in terms of what to avoid, as well as what’s good for you. “Frozen food gets a bad reputation, but frozen produce can actually be a healthy staple to add to your grocery list!...
Static happens when two objects rub up on each other, causing electrons to be transferred from one to another. This swap causes a kind of electric charge to build up on your hair. However, if there isn’t enough moisture in the air or your hair, this charge makes your strands repel from each other like two wrong ends of a magnet. Fortunately, there are ways to pacify those electrons. For anyone else prone to frizzies, below are my top hacks to combat staticky hair so you can wear that fabulous chunky sweater or knit hat with no regrets....
Greenth Pro’s palm pot bamboo brushes are the antidote to stained sponges and nylon scrubbers that lose bristles quickly. It comes in a three-pack (for just $10!), so you’ll have two as backup, which comes in handy if you’d like to use one for other spaces around your home. Unlike other dishwashing tools, the bamboo handle and bristles made of sisal palm on the cleaning tool can handle the toughest food gunk that you may have previously given up hope on....
Recently, however, I decided that my favorite Jean-Seabourg-in-Breathless sweater wasn’t meant to be relegated to an annual outing. I began wearing it and made it through several occasions without incident. On a rushed day, however, I took the sweater off overhead right after applying foundation, immediately streaking it with pigment. Thankfully, I am a Grove subscriber and had an unopened bottle of the Grove Stain Remover on hand—and it really worked....
In recent years leading up to 2020, Wagner says people were more Team Lizzo (and her unapologetic self-confidence) than Team Victoria’s Secret, with unrealistic beauty standards. Looking ahead, natural, yet bold, is the theme of the next 10 years. Here, expert stylists predict trends for the coming decade. Michael predicts that the acceptance of aging hair is only going to become more universal. This means gray will no longer be something to avoid, but salt-and-pepper hair will be welcomed and appreciated....
Helen is a lifelong nature lover who has always surrounded herself with birds, bees, butterflies, insects, and snakes and learned to identify and care for their habitat. From 1985 to 2001, Helen worked at Parson Engineering as an air pollution engineer. After that, she owned and operated Gardening with Confidence, a gardening maintenance company, for 16 years. In 2017, Helen founded Bee Better Naturally, an educational non-profit teaching homeowners to sustainably attract and care for birds, bees, and butterflies....
Grilled Food Safety It is entirely possible an over-eager cook could set up their family and dinner guests for an upset stomach or worse if they don’t do this one essential step: Preheat the grill and scrub it clean before cooking. Why? Grills can harbor pieces of food for days, weeks, or even months after the dish has been consumed. The food that remains on the grill is an attraction for birds, insects, and other animals....
Yet the whole evening was just kind of…blah. We all made chitchat, but it was a bit labored and punctuated by awkward silences. “I don’t get it,” I thought in a mild panic. “Why isn’t this happening?” After my last guest made for the door—a few polite minutes after dessert—I was happy to proceed directly to my pajamas, relieved it was over. Why do so many get-togethers leave us feeling vaguely unsatisfied and a little hollow?...
It can be difficult to know when food needs to be tossed and when it’s perfectly safe to salvage. Safety comes first, of course, but the United States tosses nearly 40 percent of its food every year. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, that adds up to over $160 billion wasted annually. If you’re feeling guilty thinking about all of the food your family may be unnecessarily tossing out every week, don’t worry....
Use the following expert tips to make sure the star of your meal will be good to go when it’s time for roasting. How Long Can You Freeze Turkey? According to the Butterball Turkey Talk Line, you can keep a turkey stored in the freezer for up to two years, and it’s still safe to cook. You might, however, end up dealing with a not-so-tasty bird keeping it that long....
This year, I’ve seen nutcracker decor everywhere—and not just at Grandma’s house. Store shelves are full of sparkly modern versions in all colors. But nutcrackers didn’t start out as classic Christmas decor—in fact, they weren’t even associated with the holiday until after the ballet debuted. So I dug into the history of Christmas nutcrackers and rounded up some of my favorite modern picks. How Nutcrackers Became Popular The very first nutcrackers were metal tools that simply looked like a pair of modern-day pliers....
