leftover Halloween candy brownies

What do you do with all that leftover Halloween candy?
You make brownies of course!

This recipe couldn't be easier. Simply cut up your favorite candy bars into bite sized pieces and add to your brownie mix in the last step.

Using a boxed brownie mix makes this recipe even more simple.

For mine I used twix, snickers, milky ways, whoppers, and kit kats.

For each box of brownie mix use about 20 fun size candy bars.

The result is so tasty. I mean, who doesn't like chocolate mixed in more chocolate.

These freeze well too, so you can pull them out all winter when you are having a chocolate craving.

I hope you have a great Halloween!

xoxo

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Halloween Bark Recipe

Making bark for the holidays couldn't be easier, or cuter.

My Halloween bark recipe can be made in 10 minutes and it's always a crowd pleaser.

The trick is using good white chocolate. You can use almond bark but it's not quite as good.

For this recipe I used Lindt white chocolate with coconut. It turned out so good.

Follow the instructions on this post.  It is the same only with different candy.

For this Halloween bark recipe I used a bag of mixed seasonal candies. I also added shredded coconut, sugar daddies, and whoppers. Have fun with it. You can chop up the candy, or throw it in whole.

Isn't it festive? One of the simplest desserts you can make in a pinch.

Pin this recipe for later!

xoxo

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mystery box creative challenge

Good morning everyone! I have a fun post for you today. 
Today I am participating in a mystery box creative challenge. 

HOW IT WORKS

Here is how it works. I have been sent 10 random items from the dollar store from the girls at 
Lolly Jane.  I also sent 10 dollar store items off to Karianne of Thistlewood Farms.
Ashley from The Handmade Home is the creative mind behind this challenge, and she is also a participant along with Annie from Zevy Joy.

WHAT IS IS?

The purpose of this challenge it to see how creative we can get with our items, and with a few simple steps, makeover the items into a pretty coffee table vignette.

WHAT IS IN MY MYSTERY BOX?

What was in my mystery box? Well lets see!

A bunch of fall items like these faux stems, and faux pumpkin.
A cute glass vase, a candle, and some rope. All very versatile things.

I was also sent this oval pumpkin tray. All these items aren't particularly horrible, but the colors and style don't exactly fit in with my aesthetic. And so the challenge begins......

HOW I MADE THESE ITEMS WORK FOR MY OWN HOME STYLING:

I really pondered for a while on what I was going to do with these items. The first thing that came to mind was that I needed to change the color on almost everything. 

So out came the white and black paint.

I first spray painted the tray white. Then while that was drying I dipped the rope in white paint and set out to dry.

Then using the same technique I used on my Christmas ornaments here, I marbleized the tray.

When that was dry, I drilled holes in each ends and added the white rope for handles.

Then I painted the candle white simply by dipping it in a quart of white paint and turning it upside down to dry. 

I did the same thing with the pumpkin, dipping it in a quart of black paint and letting dry.

For the books, I simply ripped the covers off of them to reveal the creamy white pages. 

I filled the vase with the last of our hydrangea blooms in the yard and added sprigs of green to them from the faux flowers sent to me.

I discarded the glass and backing to the picture frame, saving only the gold frame itself. Stacked with the books, I think it adds another fun element.

WHAT I LEARNED

A little paint goes a long way. I am sure you heard that before, but it really is true. You can paint almost anything to go with the colors in your home. 

This challenge also proves you don't need a lot of money to create something cute. All you need is to think outside the box and use your imagination.

I am so excited to see what the other girls have done, especially Karianne since I sent her her box of goodies. 

So remember to go visit Zevy Joy, Lolly Jane, The Handmade Home, and Thistlewood Farms.

xoxo

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Friday Favorites

I don't know if I should admit this or not, but I am more than halfway done with my Christmas shopping! I hate going out in December and fighting the crowds so I do a lot of my shopping online. When I am out shopping and I see something that is really unique and personal, I will grab it and stash it until December. It actually feels really good to not stress about it in the busiest month. I feel like December should be spent enjoying family and the real reason for the season. 

I don't know why I just thought of that. Again, if you are a longtime reader, you know my Friday favorites posts are super random. It's the day of the week I get to get my brain unloaded on you all. Thanks for listening to my rambling.

Ok, on to bigger and better things. This is a new blog to me and if you love the modern farmhouse look, you'll love this!

Their Instagram is pretty fabulous too.

I LOVE, like really love this bedroom! It's clean and modern but still rustic. That bed and those chairs look so comfortable. I want to jump right in.

I think you could get the look for less with this bed, these chairs, and these nightstands.

This is a way less expensive alternative to that high end body pillow.  

I can't stop thinking about using lots of magnolia this season. This wreath is in my shopping cart. The "25% holiday items" got me.

And these, everything stars this year. I want to cover a whole tree in these. 

And that is all for today! I hope everyone enjoys your weekend. Any Halloween plans?

We are going to a big community party at our lodge on Saturday.

Be sure to follow me on instagram for fun daily pics!

xoxo

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One Room Challenge Week 4

One Room Challenge Week 4!

While I would like to share with you pretty updated photos, sadly I cannot.
Our guest bathroom has been gutted and cleaned but there is nothing really extra special to share this week, picture wise.

We have purchased all the plumbing and drywall material and our shower doors and vanity have been delivered. But life got busy this past week and my husband was out of town over the weekend, so the push is on. 

2 weeks folks.
Think it can happen?
Think happy thoughts please, I need them!

This is where my beautiful new shower will be going:
There was a false wall we were able to remove to make more room, so that's good!

Popcorn ceiling gone!

Where to toilet and vanity will go:

I promise to have better photos next week with way more progress!

xoxo

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Wayfair at home with Lauren and Arie

Arie and Lauren have teamed up with Wayfair and have come up with some of the greatest selections! I have rounded up my favorites from their collaboration below.

And how cute are their invitations from Minted?

I love this lamp, isn't it pretty?

And these baskets are so farmhouse chic.

Everyone needs an extra blanket to cozy up to this time of year.

I have this exact dutch oven in this color, this is a really great price!

This candlestick set sitting on a coffee table or credenza with the baskets above would make such a great combination.

This chair is to die for.

You can view the whole Wayfair at home collection with Lauren and Arie right here.

Have a great day friends!

xoxo

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Thanksgiving table setting

As you know by now, I love fall, and I love Thanksgiving so much. 
The family all gathered together to share stories, laughter, and love, and a delicious meal.

Today I am sharing with you how I will decorate our Thanksgiving table, and also share with you a few others. 

If you are new here and coming from Chloe's blog, Boxwood Avenue, welcome!
I absolutely love Chloe's aesthetic and approach to decorating. I am envious of her farm life too.

I took my cue for my Thanksgiving table this year from some plates I found at Target in the Hearth and Hand Magnolia section.  You can't go wrong with anything in there, am I right? I am not seeing these plates online but they are there, I promise. They are black and white and have cute little trees on them, very fall, very woodsy.

From there I worked on finding the perfect plates to go under them. Black made them really pop. I couldn't find anything within my budget so I headed to the Dollar Tree crossing my fingers that they would have black plates. Guess what? They did, score!

So the black and white and woodsy theme was set for my Thanksgiving table setting. Now I just needed to warm it up a bit.

I added gorgeous linen napkins in a natural color, and got out my vintage silver plate cutlery.

My favorite thing besides those plates might just be this little turkey from this post.

For the centerpiece I used these vases because they remind me of a wood slice.

And speaking of wood, do you see what I placed them on? One of those gorgeous live edge boards that I posted about yesterday! It just adds another dimension and adds to that woodsy feel I was going for. 

The flowers and greenery are a combination of tulips from the grocery store, as well as eucalyptus, and cedar trimmings from a tree in my yard.

As you can see, I also added cedar sprigs to the cutting board and some mini pumpkins to dress it up.
And, a candle is ALWAYS a good idea. This one smells so good.

I set up my buffet for desserts. To me, Thanksgiving is all about a variety of foods, and that includes the desserts.

I chose a huge live edge board in a deep brown to contrast with the high gloss white.

From there I started adding my layers.

A few cedar branches went down, followed by some mini pumpkins.

I made a delicious and easy blackberry cake {find the recipe here}
and did a tiered stand with various cookies and chocolates. 
I've said it before but I'll say it again. You don't have to bake everything yourself!
Mix in handmade goodies with store bought.

For example, I made the cake and the star shaped cookies {make the cookies ahead of time and freeze them!} 

The chocolate mousse pumpkins and the truffles and the coconut bites were all store bought.

I hope you got some inspiration from this and will also check out the next beautiful Thanksgiving table setting from Nina Hendrick!

xoxo

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live edge charcuterie board ideas

The beauty and uniqueness of each of these live edge charcuterie boards is remarkable.
Our friend Josh makes these and they are truly works of art. 
He recently let us borrow them for a game day football party and I love how the presentation turned out.

Each one was handcrafted from different wood species. A lot of hours go into creating each piece.

We used the biggest one, about 4' long for our fruit platter.

When creating a fruit platter this large, think about using whole fruits as filler. Not only did I use sliced apples, but also whole apples. Whole oranges and sliced oranges, you get the idea!

I used 3 different types of grapes to add variety.

Use anything that is in season and it will be beautiful! I even added dried apricots to the fresh fruit tray.

Next up I did a veggie tray. This tray was a bit smaller but I did add some whole veggies as well as chopped. I chose red, orange, and yellow bell peppers, cherry tomatoes in varying colors, and english cucumbers.

Mini sandwiches are up next, these were so good! I did a chicken salad and a curry chicken salad served on mini toast crackers. I bought the chicken at Trader Joes! 

These were a big hit, I will be "making" them again for sure.

I cut up bits and pieces of tomatoes and cucumbers for garnish on them,  and added some basil bunches to the charcuterie boards themselves.

I always like to incorporate a basic meat and cheese charcuterie board as well.

Here I used 2 different types of salami, prosciutto, 3 different cheeses, and some dried apricots.

 And finally, I also offered a dessert board. Unfortunately I didn't get a picture of it. 
For desserts I like to combine a bit of homemade with store bought. I always go to Trader Joes because they have the most unique and delicious choices. 

I served pumpkin mousse tarts, wafer cookies, truffles, and home made pumpkin spice cupcakes.

For drinks I filled a big trough with champagne and orange juice. I also added a variety of sparkling waters as well as pineapple juice and apple cider. This particular game happened to be at 10 am, but you can swap out those beverages for others if you are doing a game later in the day.


And our friend Josh who made these beautiful boards used to play in the NFL, so it was super fun to have him there and show off these beautiful creations.

If you would like pricing on any of these live edge boards, or would like something custom made, please contact Josh at kickerjb3@gmail.com

I can't wait to show you how I am going to incorporate Josh's live edge boards into my Thanksgiving table!

I hope everyone is off to a great start of the week!

xoxo

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