DIY Projects

DIY Projects

Effortless Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad is my favorite lunch food.  I could almost eat it every day without getting sick of it.  To avoid the possible monotony, I mix up the recipe each time.  Using combinations of fruits, vegetables, fresh herbs, and fats allows control of the nutrition content and tailors the flavor to suit whatever you like.  It’s the perfect summer picnic…
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Summer’s Best Lemonade!

Lemonade is one of my favorite summer treats.  I love the touch of sweet combined with that pucker up tart lemon flavor.  Homemade lemonade is also more healthy than soda or other sugary drinks.  The recipe today is inspired by lemonade with fresh herbs served for my wedding shower and it was delicious.  This lemonade is simple to make.  If…
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Game Day Treats!

It’s Super Bowl weekend y’all!  Amp up your game day party food with football themed Game Day Treats!  Everybody likes cupcakes and brownies so combining football with cake is the perfect play.  Game day is big at my house and a Super Bowl party has to be super fun.  It’s simple to take your next party to another level with these…
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DIY Decor, DIY Projects

Easy Thanksgiving Snack – Pilgrim Pops!

Now it’s November – let the holidays begin!  Welcome to the Thanksgiving season!  Pilgrim Pops make a great Thanksgiving snack for kids and adults.  The cost investment is between $7-8 for 24 pops.  The time investment is about 30 minutes from start to a clean kitchen – a minimal investment for both time and money.  Easy Peasy – Let’s get started!…
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DIY Decor, DIY Projects, Holidays

Easy July 4th Tips & Last Minute Tricks!

The 4th of July is here!  I’m loving the long weekend and all the festivities that surround the holiday.  I’ve already seen fireworks and been to outdoor cook-outs and it isn’t even the big day.  So if you’re a little behind or stumped for your 4th celebration (because it’s already been done), check out the video and how-to’s below for…
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Easy St. Patrick’s Day Treats!

St. Patrick’s Day is coming soon.  I like green and I like mint, so it is a good day for me.  My great grandmother was Irish, I am a testament to this because my natural hair color is dark auburn and my sister is a ginger.  I decided to make a two-for dessert that uses one green ingredient two ways.…
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Homemade Leprechaun Chips!

Holiday themed treats are often sugary and fattening.  I’m not complaining, but it is sometimes nice to be celebratory and healthy at the same time.  Chips are a staple of most parties.  They’re also greasy, salty, and go straight to the thighs.  Instead of the ordinary party fare, make simple chips that are healthy and delicious and not so fatty.…
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DIY Decor, DIY Projects, Holidays

Effortless Valentine’s Day Tips!

Monday on WCCB Rising we had a Valentine’s Day party – for less!!! You don’t have to spend tons of time or money to show some love for Valentine’s!  Check out the photos and video below for some easy and time saving ideas and effortless Valentine’s Day Tips! Happy Valentine’s Day   @derekjamestv   Chocolate Strawberry Pops   Serve some…
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DIY Decor, DIY Projects, Holidays

Easy Superbowl Party Tips!

Ain’t no party like an Effortless Girl Superbowl Party!  Tuesday morning on WCCB Rising, we talked all things football and Super Bowl-ish that were easy on the wallet and Super Bowl simple to make!  From decor to snacks these easy Superbowl party tips will keep you from being party sacked for sure…..Check out the photos and video below! Go Panthers!…
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DIY Decor, DIY Projects, Holidays

Super Bowl Party Decor for Less

The Super Bowl is next weekend.  Super Bowl parties can be pricey, but not necessarily.  You can throw a Super fun Super Bowl party for less with just a  little creativity and a few minutes!  Because I’m from the Carolinas, the Carolina Panthers are the team I want to win so my party is Panther themed.  Let’s get started! Go…
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