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Saint Patty’s Pops!

Need an easy, low cost St. Patrick’s Day treat for a school party (or to eat)?  Marshmallow pops are simple and economical and pack a major taste punch.  I know I do these pops for every holiday, but they are versatile and delicious.  The time commitment is minimal and the cost per pop is about 7 cents – so why…
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Baby, Baby, Baby (Shower)!

My sister B. is having a baby, soon.  Yesterday we held a baby shower in honor of my newest nephew.  Last week I didn’t blog much because I was obsessed with all things baby shower so here is the recap.  The theme of the shower was movie party premiere because it is the first party to celebrate the premier of…
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An Easy Saturday Snack

I love being an aunt.  My nephew Bryce is a teenager now.  That makes me feel old.  I was there when he was born, wow, maybe I am old.  Anyway, Bryce wants to be a chef when he grows up.  He is constantly cooking and baking things that are delicious.  I’m not saying that because we’re related.  His food is…
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Edible Valentine’s Roses – Delicious & Good for You!

Okay…this is the last Valentine’s post.  This healthy is a healthy and easy appetizer for those with sugar and chocolate overload or someone counting calories.  It is also super easy and super fast and uses only three ingredients.  Who doesn’t like fresh, edible roses? Happy Valentine’s Day The ingredients are simple – grape tomatoes, asparagus, and cheese.  I used block…
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Valentine’s Day for $2-$5 on WJHL!

Valentine’s Day is Saturday.  Regardless of what you think about the day – everybody’s gotta eat.  So this week Effortless Girl was featured in a Valentine’s Day segment for WJHL News.  Watch as Julie shares treats with anchor Kylie McGivern that are simple and super affordable.  If you’re behind in the Valentine’s game, this is the segment for you!  Don’t forget…
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I Heart Chocolate Brownies!

Valentine’s Day is one of the few days of the year when it’s okay to eat as much chocolate as you want (yesssss)!  So, chocolate brownies combined with a dab of frosting combined with a seasonal heart shape is the perfect treat.  It’s a Valentine’s Brownie Sandwich.  As an extra perk, this treat is easy peasy to make and inexpensive…
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Valentine’s Krispies

Rice Krispie Treats are delicious.  Now that the week of Valentine’s is upon us, it is easy to mix up the normal treat with a Valentine theme.  The cost is basically the same and these Valentine’s Krispies are a fun party treat to send to school parties, for the lunch boxes, or give to someone special as a Valentine.  …
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Super Bowl Goodies for Less on WCCB

Charlotte’s WCCB News Rising hosted The Effortless Girl Friday morning for a segment to share Super Bowl Goodies for Less!  It was so much fun to talk about the big game day and party ideas to keep the kids busy while watching the Super Bowl.  Have a super fun game day and please share with Effortless Girl your Super Bowl ideas…
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Effortless Girl on WJHL News!

Last Thursday The Effortless Girl was honored with an invitation to appear on WJHL’s News at 7 with Kylie McGivern.  Kylie and the WJHL crew are so much fun and professional people!  Our Effortless Girl segment featured Super Bowl party ideas for less by using and repurposing things you already have and simple recipes to whip up before the big game.…
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