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Round-Up Monday–10 Holiday Treats to Try

December 14, 2015 By Katie Leave a Comment

Christmas and holiday parties are upon us. It’s been so warm lately that I’m having a hard time getting into the spirit, how about you? Looking for a fun recipe to try for a party or family get-together? Check out these 10! (Links and credits below the pics).

Cranberry Bliss Fudge by Delightfulemade

Dipped Chocolate Chip Pizzelle Cookies by Summer Scraps

Cranberry Brie Skillet by Just Us Four

Spiced Oatmeal Cookies by Fun Home Things

Peppermint Mocha Pots de Creme by The Gold Lining Girl

Christmas Crunch White Chocolate Popcorn by Embellishmints

Tropical Toffee Brittle by Home Cooking Memories

Holiday Thumbprint Cookies by Crystal and Co.

Chocolate Peppermint Wafers by Inside Bru Crew Life

Soft Ginger Cookies by Trick and Treat

For more great holiday recipes, check out the Recipes page!

Homemade Dry Rub Gift Set

December 5, 2015 By Katie 3 Comments

Homemade gifts are the greatest, aren’t they? My husband is the grillmaster of the family and he loves experimenting with new dry rubs, especially when they’re homemade. I’ve put together a few of my favorites and let me tell you, they’re always a hit. So use mine or feel free to package up some of your favorites for that special cook in your life! (The jars were only $1! They came from Michaels).

Cajun Seasoning

1/2 Tbsp. salt
1 Tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. oregano
1 Tbsp. black pepper

Barbecue Rub

1 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. chili powder
2 tsp. onion powder
2 tsp. garlic salt
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. dry mustard powder
1 tsp. cayenne pepper

Chicken Herb Rub

3/4 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. dried sage
1 tsp. dried rosemary
1 1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 tsp. dried, minced garlic

For more great gift ideas like this Pedi in a Jar, check out the Homemade Gifts page!

Round-Up Monday–10 Thanksgiving Menu Ideas

November 16, 2015 By Katie Leave a Comment

I feel like Halloween was last weekend and now we’re headed straight into the holidays! Are you hosting Thanksgiving this year? Need a recipe to take over to someone’s house? I’ve found some great ones for you!

And don’t forget! I’m teaming up with my dear friend and neighbor, Brooke from Re-Fabbed to bring you a Christmas Home Tour on November 27th! No need to leave your house, just visit both blogs on the 27th to take a virtual tour through our homes. There’s something for everyone, I know you’re going to love it.

Ready for some recipes? Check out these 10! (Link and credit below the pictures).

Maple Bourbon Glazed Turkey by A Girl in an Apron

Roasted Butternut Squash by Hello Little Home

Copycat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole by Fun Home Things

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Round-Up Monday–10 Fall Treats to Try

September 13, 2015 By Katie 2 Comments

Fall has some of the most amazing flavors doesn’t it? Apples, pumpkins, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves…I love it all. Looking for a new fall recipe to try? Check out these 10 amazing recipes! (Links and sources below pictures).

Pumpkin Cheesecake Rolls by Grace and Good Eats

Peanut Butter Spider Cookies by Southern Krazed

No-Bake 2 Layer Pumpkin Pie by Cincy Shopper

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Round-Up Monday–10 End of Summer Crock-Pot Recipes

August 3, 2015 By Katie Leave a Comment

The kiddos are going back to school (this week for us!) and fall is upon us. But it is still way too hot here to have the oven on all the time. So, I’m sharing some great Crock Pot recipes with you that I found and can’t wait to make! (Links and sources below the pictures).

Easy Crock Pot Chicken Fajitas by Eat at Home Cooks

Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches by Six Sisters’ Stuff

Crock Pot Chicken Caesar Sandwiches by Two Healthy Kitchens

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Introducing–Fun Home Things COMMUNITY!

June 30, 2015 By Katie Leave a Comment

There are so many talented crafters and DIYers out there who are dying to share their creations but have no place to do it. Maybe you, your friend, sibling, spouse or parent has a world-famous recipe that is a hit at every holiday–you know other people would love it but you aren’t quite sure how to get it out to the world.

Introducing–the Fun Home Things Community! I want to see what YOU have been up to. I want to feature YOUR favorite recipes. I want you to be able to showcase YOUR holiday craft or DIY project to the rest of the community. No blog necessary. No photographer-quality pictures needed. Just email community@funhomethings.com and include the following:

Your name (That’s right! You get the credit.)
City or Town, State or Province, Country
At least one picture of your creation
The recipe or the description of your project (like what supplies you used, etc…)

If your creation is chosen, it will be featured here on the blog, on the Fun Home Things facebook pages and on the Fun Home Things Community Pinterest board!

I can’t wait to hear from you!

Round-Up Monday–10 Patriotic Treats to Try!

June 22, 2015 By Katie Leave a Comment

July 4th is upon us and there’s nothing I love more than a delicious treat to celebrate Independence Day! Looking for a cool drink to make or a yummy dessert? Check out these 10 ideas (Link and credit below the pictures.)

Kid-Friendly Patriotic Punch by Mom Endeavors

Red White and Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites by The Kitchen is My Playground

Red White and Blue Chocolate Dipped Oreos by Frugal Coupon Living

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100+ Delicious Crock Pot Recipes

June 3, 2015 By Katie 1 Comment

Whether you need easy fix-and-forget meal ideas for those busy summer months or you want a warm and cozy meal waiting for you when you get home from work in the winter, this list has every Crock Pot recipe you could ever want. From beef to chicken, vegetarian to delicious desserts–I’ve searched my favorite blogs, Pinterest and the web to find tasty, easy recipes that are great year-round. So pin it, bookmark it, but whatever you do, don’t lose it!

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Milky Way Cream Cheese Brownies

May 19, 2015 By Katie 5 Comments

Graduation parties, Father’s Day, Memorial Day, family potlucks…it’s that time a year again! Time to bring a dish to a celebration. If you’re on for a dessert this year, you definitely want to try Milky Way Cream Cheese Brownies. They are a gooey hot mess of everything you love. If you can make brownies from a box, you can make this. Here’s what you need:

Ingredients
1 family size box brownie mix plus ingredients on package (19.5 oz)
15 fun size Milky Way bars, chopped
1 pkg. cream cheese softened (8 oz.)
1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 egg yolk
1 tsp. vanilla extract

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Create & Inspire Link Party #2 Features

May 17, 2015 By Katie 2 Comments

Happy Sunday everyone! I’m so excited to share with you a few of my favorite posts from the Create & Inspire Link Party! I should probably also let you know that The Create & Inspire Link Party is going to be postponed for a few months. With so many projects in the works, I can’t dedicate the time to making this link party super successful. And I want to. So it waits. But for now, check out these great projects and recipes!

These delicious Pizza Crescent Roll-Ups by The Bosse Family look sooo good!

What about Butterfly A L’Orange by Paper Seedlings? Isn’t this beautiful?

Thanks so much for linking up!