By Brittni • posted on 12/10/2025
Looking to do something fun with the kids around the holidays without spending much money? Here are some ideas for holiday fun without breaking the bank. These activities would also be perfect as advent calendar ideas, so if you need some help in that department, this list of winter / Christmas activities for kids may help.
By Brittni • posted on 11/29/2025
This week, I’ve been searching everywhere for what the Black Friday / Small Business Saturday / Cyber Monday deals will be. And I wanted to put together an extensive (but curated) list of all my fave places to shop that have sales going on.
There are a mix of small independent shops and larger retailers that we all know (and shop). So whether you’re looking for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, or Cyber Monday deals, this list has you covered.
And because I’ve added so many independent retailers, you’ll find some good stuff here that you’re not going to find on all the other Black Friday lists. Click through for all the sales.
By Brittni • posted on 11/22/2025
Brownies that taste so good, no one will even know there’s sweet potato mixed in. It’s a sweet potato brownies recipe!
If you’ve ever had sweet potato brownies before, you already know that they tend to hit that perfect balance of indulgent and better-for-you (at least for a brownie). They’re rich enough to satisfy a chocolate craving, but made with simple, everyday ingredients that feel nourishing.
But my favorite things about these homemade brownies is that they’re an easy way to use up sweet potatoes you might have leftover from Thanksgiving. Give them a try and see for yourself.
By Brittni • posted on 11/16/2025
Get ready for the holidays with a layered Christmas cake perfect for the season.
By Brittni • posted on 11/17/2025
Know someone who loves to cook or bake? This gift guide is dedicated to the people who love spending time in the kitchen. Gifts for the cook (and the baker).
Let’s talk about the ultimate gifts for people who like to cook and bakers alike. If you’re on the hunt for thoughtful presents that won’t break the bank, this gift guide has you covered with unique cooking and baking gift ideas starting as low as $10! Plus, some luxe gifts too, if that’s something you’re searching for.
For cooking aficionados, I’ve shared my source for organic vegetable and herb seeds, the stainless steel frying pan I can’t live without, beautiful kitchen tools that pull double duty, and so much more.
And for the bakers, there’s a must-have adjustable rolling pin with measuring rings for even dough every time, a solid kitchen scale that’s super affordable (under $20), etc.
Today is packed with presents – 45 gift ideas for the cook and the baker, to be exact! Click through to see ’em all.
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By Brittni • posted on 11/07/2025
This might sound like a weird one, but hear me out!
After my son’s construction birthday party, we had some leftover paper plates. We don’t use paper plates too often, but we kind of had to for his party since it was at a park. So, in order to reuse some of the extras that we had, I thought it would be fun to make paper ornaments.
As far as ornaments go, there are really no rules, so why not reuse items you already have in your house. Bonus – because paper plates are typically much thicker than regular paper, they last a lot longer too. So you can reuse them year after year – as ornaments, garlands, tree toppers, gift toppers, etc.Read More →
By Brittni • posted on 11/07/2025
If you like linzer cookies almost as much as chocolate and hazelnut, this holiday cookie recipe is for you!
These chocolate lovers linzer cookies are perfect for this year’s cookie swap. The dough is packed with finely ground hazelnuts and cocoa giving it a rich and nutty flavor. And the cookies are sandwiched between super smooth Nutella, adding a creamy chocolate-hazelnut layer. Which, if you ask me, pairs perfectly with the buttery and oh-so-crisp cookies. And finally, a light dusting of powdered sugar is the finishing touch that gives these linzer cookies that snowy holiday vibe.
Similar to my last Christmas sandwich cookies, I think you’re going to want to try these asap!