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{friday finds}: 02.17.2012

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I'm not a huge chicken eater, but these homemade "grilled" chicken strips seem easy {and yummy} enough to add to just about any dish. {@ My Blessed Life}

Looking for a fun craft?  These clothespin magnets are a great way to spend some time crafting with the kids this weekend!  {@ VixenMade}

Ok, so I don't have girls but I can think of a million ways to incorporate this grey & yellow party decor, which is perfect for springtime!  {@ Our Life In A Click}

These video game party favors are SO adorable!! My boys would go crazy for them!  {@ Jac O Lyn Murphy}

My favorite cookie of all-time is without-a-doubt, the Snickerdoodle.  So, you can imagine how I can't wait to make these snickerdoodle blondies!  {@ Chef in Training}

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{friday finds}: 02.10.2012

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Ohmygoodness, this strawberries & cream bruschetta is just the thing I am going to make with my on-sale strawberries I just picked up yesterday!  {@ Crumbs and Chaos}

This is an awesome free printable blog planner for those of you who want to be more organized with your posts and blogging editorial calendar.  {@ Infarrantly Creative}

I love this sweet idea for a monogram wreath!  What a great Valentine's gift or just a fun project this would make.  {@ Leslie's Life}

These great tips for making life easier offer great ideas for random fixes in and around your household!  {@ Alderberry Hill}

I'm a meat and potatoes kinda girl and this potato soup recipe sounds like something I am just destined for!  {@ Clan Donaldson}

You can find these and other {friday finds} over on my Pinterest page!  Won't you join me there now?

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{friday finds}: 02.03.2012

I love everything about this Touchdown Taco Dip -- football, food, and creativity!  {@ The Family Kitchen on Babble}

My kids are Jell-o freaks so I'm sure they'd LOVE this Strawberry Jell-o idea in their lunchbox every now and again.  {@ Pint Sized Baker}

Cleaning bathrooms can be fun again with an idea like this -- make it easy by creating individualized bathroom kits to make cleaning a breeze. {@ Happy Canadian Home}

If you're planning a vacation soon {think: Spring break}, this vacation memory jar would make a fun project for when you return!  {@ Echoes of Laughter}

This tropical smoothie has me thirsty!  Check out how simple and yummy it is! {@ Decadent Philistines Save the World}

{friday finds}: 01.27.2012

If you're looking for inspiration to makeover that pesky laundry room of yours, you'll love this frugal laundry room re-do and all of the simple yet effective ideas you can use.  {@ Passionate Penny Pincher}

We use crescent rolls all the time for casual Saturday lunches, but these Nutella-filled dessert crescent rolls look amazing!  {@ I Heart Naptime}

These Oreo football truffles would be an amazing addition to our little Superbowl watch party next weekend! {@ Bakerella}

I love these no-fail ideas for feeding kids healthy afterschool snacks.  {@ Echoes of Laughter}

This post on one blogger's 30 minute Goodwill challenge has me itching to make a Goodwill run during my free time this weekend--can't wait!  {@ Five Days Five Ways}

{friday finds}: 01.20.2012

This 49er Chili would make the perfect snack for the big game in a couple of weeks!  {@ Mom on Timeout}

Here's a unique idea for your child's class Valentine's -- these Valentine "Sucker for You" cards are so sweet!  {@ Shindig Parties To Go}

This is a great post that gives simple solutions for drinking more water on a daily basis.  {@ Good Life Eats}

If you're looking to indulge, check out these sure-to-please Tiramisu brownies!  {@ Inside BruCrew Life}

I love this fun and easy DIY Heart Tree paper craft idea for Valentine's Day!  {@ Happy Clippings}

{friday finds}: 01.13.2012

For a sweet and healthy midday snack, I think I'll have to make these whole wheat cinnamon chips and keep them on hand.  {@ A Pretty Life in the Suburbs}

This sweet valentine wreath tutorial is a sweet reminder of Valentine's Day being right around the corner. So festive!  {@ My Blessed Life}

My boys who are snowglobe lovers would love a project like these fun Valentine's snow globes!  {@ Whipper Berry}

Being the Disney family that we are, I must try these DIY Disneyworld map coasters!  {@ Happy Clippings}

I have found that blog-planning always works out well for me, and these great printable blog planners make it cute, fun, and easy!  {@ Simply Sweet Home}

{friday finds}: 01.06.12

If you are like me and absolutely adore printables, you will love these free and beautiful printable lists and calendars to help get your new year started off right!  {@ Life Made Lovely}

I am so excited to try these homemade banana flips for a fun twist on dessert this weekend.  I am such a huge fan of banana and luckily for me, so are my kids and hubs!  {@ Tidy Mom}

I love all these wonderful easy organizing projects for 2012.  A few of these are actually on my to-do list as well, so it is nice to be inspired and motivated!  {@ Apple Valley Girl}

This lovely framed quote would be a great reminder to place in my little "homekeeping nook" in my kitchen.  {@ Burton Avenue}

I'm looking forward to trying this new method for making cleaning a microwave quick and easy.  { @ Crafty Little Gnome}

{friday finds}: 11.18.2011

This chocolate brownie pie looks delectable and I'm sure would be quite the winner in my house for just about any occasion!  {@ Simply Sweet Home}

For a fun and meaningful teacher gift, check out this DIY burlap clipboard using vinyl!  {@ Oh My Crafts}

I love the bright colors used in this joyful Christmas display, which would be great in a guest room or entryway!  {@ Oopsey Daisy}

We are big on tissue paper crafts around here, so I know my kids would LOVE these tissue paper trees for holiday decorating!  {@ Ali Lilly}

Need something to take to the holiday potluck?  Here's a go-to recipe for the "BEST" pumpkin bread!  {@ Takes of the Scotts}

{friday finds}: 11.11.2011

I'm certain I'd get an infinite amount of hugs if I served a breakfast that included these cinnamon roll waffles.   Yum!  {@ Chef in Training}

Love these ideas to get you planning for Christmas card season. {@ Saving and Giving}

Check out all these fun Thanksgiving printables -- a fun way to get ready to celebrate!  {@ My Computer is My Canvas}

What a fun tutorial on how to make container candles, and just in time for DIY gift-giving!  {@ Half-Pint House}

I love these ideas on planning the perfect Star Wars party for your kiddo!  This is a must-do for my boys!  {@ Sugar Swings}

 

{friday finds}: 11.04.2011

Someone brought this insanely delicious hot bacon cheddar dip to a meeting recently and I can't stop thinking about it! {@ The Random Memorandum}

For all of those post-Christmas gift thank yous, these unique and fun thank you cards are sure to please your gift-giver!  {@ Burton Avenue}

I am loving this "I'm Thankful For . . ." dry erase/daily project for kids!  I have a fantastic chalkboard picture frame that would be perfect for this idea! I'll keep you posted. {@ Happy Clippings}

This organized junk closet just makes my heart go a-pitter-patter!  So joyous!  {@ Life with Both Hands Full}

I have a number of great recipes for the crock pot and I'm so thrilled to try these apple butter pork chops a try!   {@ Crystal & Co.}