Let’s get right to the point. You want to make this. I promise. It it seriously the BEST avocado appetizer for a crowd … and, it’s even better if you make it with pita chips. Yum!! So, so, so good. I don’t think I’ve brought this recipe anywhere without several people asking for the recipe….
If you would have asked me about freeze drying last year, I could have told you absolutely nothing. But, things are DEFINITELY different now. My freeze dryer has been running non-stop for months and months. I’ve dried everything from meats and veggies to ice cream sandwiches and cheesecake. I’ve learned a lot, along the way,…
For the past 3 months, my freeze dryer has been running nonstop. Did you see my Ultimate List of Things You Can Freeze Dry?? The minute one batch is done, the next is ready to go in. I’ve tried lots and lots of different items in my freeze dryer and am frequently asked about my…
Hello! My name is Maria and I am the author of the blog, Yay! I Made It, here to show you how to make a 17×17 pillow cover… or, really any size! 18×18, 20×20… it’s easy to adjust the dimensions for whatever size pillow cover you need! I have been a wife for almost seven…
This easy raspberry ice cream recipe is what dreams are made of… and, just because it’s late in the summer doesn’t mean it’s too late to make this delicious dessert. One of my most favorite things is attending a family BBQ where homemade ice cream is being served. There’s just something extra good about it…
Times are a very tricky, I know. I would like to think this post is just to give people ideas for extra spending money, but the truth is, there are millions and millions of people who need money to stay alive, right now. It’s unfortunate, and I’ll bite my tongue, beyond that. But, to all…
This Mother’s Day bookmark printable has four different choices of bookmarks to download, print, and color. They’re simple, cheap, and a perfect little gift for kids to give to their mothers! Mother’s Day Bookmark Printable In my church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we have “callings.” A calling is an opportunity to…
Need some rotisserie chicken recipes for dinner at home?? I’ve got over 50 of them for you! Honestly, I made this list for myself… to give me some ideas when I need an easy dinner that includes rotisserie chicken. But, I’m hoping you find it valuable too. Life with 7 kids can get pretty busy,…
Sometimes you want to stay home and sometimes you’re told to stay home. I’m really tempted to go off on a political monologue, but I will refrain. You’re welcome. This is a happy blog post with some product ideas that get me all giddy. I don’t want to ruin the moment. Right now, the chances are…
You will definitely NOT regret making these Easy Raspberry Thumping Cookies with Lemon Icing! Previously, my blogging buddy, Leigh Anne, shared one of her recipes with me, Jam Diagonals. Normally, I would look past any cookie that was fruity (as opposed to chocolaty), but after seeing several people rave about them, I was like…why not?? And,…
Using Amazon to throw a baby shower is such a great way to simplify the whole process. There are so many fun baby shower decorations on Amazon, as well as baby gifts. This post is packed full of ideas for decor, gifts, baby shower games, and even food to serve. Here’s to making life a…
Camping tips are always welcome, in my book… especially when it comes to bringing the kids along! Camping can already be a little tricky, making sure you’re prepared with everything you need for a peaceful outing, and having the whole fam there can really be a lot of work for mom. These camping tips from Stacee are so helpful. We’re so happy to have her here to share with us!