Oh, Oh it's Magic!

My posts have been few and far between lately, uggg!  This is the ditty, I am spending my summer in my family's itty bitty beach house!  It is fantastic but unfortunately, getting a strong internet connection, not so much!  Tonight the internet stars must be aligned! Yay!  Thanks to Skip to My Lou, here is a super easy magic shell recipe to try with the kiddies. Yummy!  You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream!

I'm Back!

Well, you know how it is.  As a teacher, the month of June is just crazy.  There is so much to do and very little time to do it in.  Now that school's out for summer, hee hee, let the celebrations begin!  Here is  a simple and fun tablescape from Better Homes and Gardens. Follow the link and see all the great Fourth of July ideas, everything from kids crafts to great recipes!

Wowzzer! 80 plus ideas for fun with the kids this summer!

What a great blog post!  I thought only fitting to add a picture of my little darlings having some summer fun! Thanks to this inspiring mom of five boys {yes, 5 boys}, this is an awesome list of summer fun!  The list includes everything from homemade ice cream, building kites, to creating tub paint!  All for for FREE or VERY little money!  Crystal & Co. has included tutorials, pictures and free downloads!  Hop on over to her blog and let the games begin!

Toll House Cookie Pie

And I say that title with a squeak of excitement!  I'm very sorry I haven't posted in a long time, it has been a very turbulent two months for our family.  What better way to get back in the swing of things then with some good down home bakin'!  Thank you to Skip to My Lou for this great recipe!

Ahhhhhhhhhhh! I think I see heaven!

It doesn't get anymore scrumptious, sweet, down right heavenly then cupcakes + oreos!  That's right ladies, jump on over to Confessions of a Cookbook Queen for this amazing recipe!  Keep scrolling down because you don't want to miss what's in the middle (right now I am humming Amazing Grace)!

...and again Ahhhhhhhhh!

{Free} St. Patrick's Day Printables

Let's leap like a leprechaun over to Piggy Bank Parties for some free adorable St. Pattie's day printables! View the whole collection for some great GREEN inspiration!

OMYummie Goodness!

Just as I was sitting here with my glass of wine watching Modern Family and vowing that my diet is starting tomorrow, I came across these oh so yummie Reeses Peanut Butter Surprise Cookies!  Oh peanut butter, oh cookies, how do I love thee!  Follow the link to With Style & Grace for the recipe!

Everything's Coming Up Roses!

This Rose Cake by I Am Baker is just gorgeous!  I know everyone has a certain game and wings on the mind but I tend to like things more {Pretty} and it doesn't get any prettier than this!  Follow the link to either I Am Baker or The TomKat Studio for the tutorial!

Pepperoni Please...

I am definitely making this for the kids and hubby since Valentine's is on a weeknight this year (that means absolute craziness in my house between the hours of 4 and 8)!  Found this idea on One Charming Party!  Order pizza and throw on some cookie cutter heart shaped pepperoni slices (cooked of course).  If you have frozen pizza at home, toss on those pepperoni hearts before baking!  Whala!

OMGoodness! Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cupcakes!

It is 5:24 pm here in Jersey as I am searching through all my favorite blogs.  I have not had dinner yet, and I come across this picture.  I think I might have to stop typing to stop my mouth from watering!  Thanks to The Larson Lingo for this super yummie and super duper easy recipe!  Duncan Hines cake mix and Nestle Tollhouse cookie dough,  OH YEAH!  Step by step directions are on The Larson Lingo blog.  Jump on over for some yummie goodness!

Too Cute Ball Drop Cupcakes!

For those of us who have some time on our hands with all this snow, these New Year's cupcakes are sure to be the topic of conversation!  Thank you to the truely talented Confessions of a Cookbook Queen for this remarkably inspired idea.  Click on her link for step-by-step directions (pretty simple directions at that)! Cheers!

FA, LA, LALALA Kids Cupcakes!

These adorable little penguin cupcakes gave me an instant chuckle!  If you have a lot of kids at your house this Christmas you should take a look at The Hostess With The Mostess!  This kid-friendly themed dessert table is sure to hit their sweet tooth and make them smile!  I love all the bright colors as well!  How's that for Christmas cheer!

Free Christmas Cookie Recipe Cards

Thank you to The Savvy Mom's Guide for posting this free recipe card PDF from Frog Prince Paperie!  Very cute to use for cookie exchanges, family, and friends!

Glam, Glam, Glam!

This stunning tablescape designed by Celebrations at Home is all about Holiday Glamour!  If you like to do-it-up in a BIG way, then this is for you!  Go to The Celebrations at Home blog to see more fantastic pictures and recipes!  Your guests will surely get a glimmer in their eye when they see the sparkle from this dessert table!

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cupcakes

Here's a recipe to add to the dessert table along side our Peppermint Brownies!  Icing Designs posted these fantastic Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cupcakes!  Make them easily, and make them mini using a mini muffin pan.  The best part is that there are only four ingredients:  chocolate cupcake mix, buttercream frosting, mini chocolate chips and mini candy canes!

Sweet Gingerbread Party Ideas

This party is absolutely adorable!  If you have little ones at home or are simply young at heart, these ideas will put gingerbread back into your holiday!  Thank you to The Savvy Mom's Guide for such {sweet} inspiration!  There were so many yummy ideas, I had to post more than one!  Make sure to visit The Savvy Mom's Guide for instructions and recipes!

LOVE the idea of using graham crackers for the house!  Everyone has graham crackers in there cupboard!

Aaaaaah! Gingerbread Lattes for the Ladies!

If your party has more of a grown-up flare how about serving Lattetinis!

Holiday Baking Made Simple

What better way to stay on top of your holiday baking then with this fantastic FREE down loadable baking list by I'm An Organizing Junkie!  Make the list now then do your shopping this weekend!  When making out your shopping list, write down ingredients according to aisle!  You'll be able to zoom write through the store and will be home licking batter bowls before you know it!