October 26 is National Pumpkin Day. What perfect way to celebrate than to make these adorable mini pumpkin planters for my succulents. I love succulents. They are easy to grow, perfect for a beginning gardener and so pretty to look at. I have done a variation of this project in larger form on my gardening…
There are all sorts of Halloween inspired cocktails out there but using bugs in ice cubes turn any drink into a scary concoction. These spider ice cubes are simple to make and so effective at setting a mood at your Halloween party. If you enjoy making and drinking cocktails, be sure to check out National…
How adorable is this Thanksgiving DIY cookie train? This delightful holiday centerpiece will delight both the youngsters and the young at heart. This Thanksgiving train will have your child “toot tooting” all through Thanksgiving day! The project is not only fun to make, it’s a great dessert idea too. For another fun Thanksgiving dessert idea, check out…
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins have a delicious cream cheese layer that is swirled into a soft and fluffy pumpkin muffin. They are perfect for fall! And since October 21 is National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day, that makes it a great day to try this recipe! There are lots of fun food days in October. National Cake Decorating Day…
Make these autumn leaf cookies to bring the color of leaves and the feel of fall to your holiday table. Pumpkin spice creamer gives this Thanksgiving Cookie recipe a very seasonal flavor For another fun Thanksgiving dessert idea, check out these candy corn turkey cupcakes. They are also a delight and fun to make. I…
October 17 is National Pasta Day. Pasta is one of our favorite comfort foods and can be prepared in many ways. The use of pasta dates back to 1154 in Sicily, Italy and remains popular to the present day. Not only is the 17th of October honored as National Pasta Day, but the whole month…
This list of national days in October gives a detailed look at the month to find out how to celebrate your favorite national day with food and drink ideas, and lots of craft projects. Each time I cover a new and fun national day about October on the blog, I add new links to the list…
This adorable scarecrow wreath door autumn decoration will usher in the fall and delight the guests to your home, both young, old and young at heart. This is my time of the year. As in, I bake and craft and decorate my way through the next four months and enjoy every minute of it. To…
These Oreo mummy pops are a spooky snack on a stick. They are super easy to make and perfect for a Halloween party or for handing out to trick or treaters. Since October 28 is National Chocolate Day, these fun cookie pops are the perfect way to celebrate, white chocolate style! National days give us a…
October 10 is celebrated each year as National Cake Decorating day. What better way to observe this national day than with a few beautifully decoraated cakes? Whether you are a professional cake decorator or someone who decorates cakes as a hobby, this day is the perfect day to show off your skills. When my…
From burlap wreaths covered with bats to a colorful Halloween mesh wreath made with a black kitty cat center, these fall and Halloween wreath ideas will capture the spirit of the season in a spooky and fun way. The days are getting cooler and the leaves are falling. I love this time of the year,…
These witch legs decoration ideas will make sure that the wicked witch won’t be flying away on her broom any time soon! Instead her feet and legs are being used in garden planters, as table legs and in so many other freaky ways! Making your own Witches Legs Decorations This is such a fun time to…
This is such a fun time of the year for spending time in the kitchen. It’s sort of a cross between cooking and crafting. These candy corn pudding pops are a fun treat to make and are the perfect choice for those who love the traditional Halloween and Thanksgiving candy corn. Did you know that…
Every Christmas, people get together for cookie exchanges. But this fun idea does not have to be limited to just the festive holiday season. Why should cookies be limited to just the winter? I’ve put together some tips for hosting a Halloween cookie exchange. Since October 1 is National Home Made Cookie day, it’s the…
This handy calendar of national days in August will give you a quick look at the month to find out how to celebrate your favorite national day with recipes, crafts ideas, and outdoor activities. Each time I cover a new and fun national day about August on the blog, I add new links to the list below,…
It’s time for our monthly free printable. I hope you enjoy this July National Day Calendar for 2019. It features one special national day for each day of the month that I have picked out to showcase. You can use the calendar to plan your food, craft projects and outdoor activities for the whole month!This free…
This handy calendar of national days of July will give you a quick look at the month to find out how to celebrate your favorite national day with crafts ideas, as well as food and drink recipes. Each time I cover a new and fun national day about July on the blog, I add new links to…
National Rotisserie Chicken Day is celebrated each year on June 2. Who doesn’t love the taste of succulent chicken with its rich and toasty looking skin? The chicken can be used in so many ways to make things easier for busy cooks. This tasty food holiday was first named in 2015, thanks to the efforts…
