Last Minute Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

Mother's Day Brunch Ideas

Mother's Day is the perfect occasion for a delightful brunch. This weekend try one of these fantastic breakfast recipes. 15 Mother's Day Brunch Ideas Strawberry Rhubarb and Mascarpone Crepes via Style at Home  Baked French Toast Sticks via Iowa Girl Eats Oreo Pancakes via Minimalist Baker Sparkling Apple Cider Pancakes via Chef in Training Lemon Meringue Pie Stuffed Waffles via Cooking Classy Cookie Dough Waffles via Dine and Dish Blueberry Breakfast Cake via I am Baker Raspberry Apple Breakfast Cake via Tartine and Apron Strings Toasted Coconut Spread via A Spicy … [Read more...]

Taking Responsibility for Utah’s Air Quality

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I am a frequent traveler and though I love visiting new places and taking in the sites, there is no place like home. I love living in Utah and wouldn't consider leaving... image via Kennecott And yet each winter as our beautiful valley fills with what we affectionately refer to as "soup," I can help but long for the blue sky and sunshine of, well, anywhere else. This winter has been particularly bad. My immune system is still not quite what it should be due to the great health scare of 2012" and I've been left with a NASTY cough. I haven't been able to walk my dog, who is in a major funk. … [Read more...]

Idaho Bloggers Amazon Giveaway ($200 value)

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I know what you're thinking. Tauni, you live in Utah. What are you doing participating in an Idaho Bloggers giveaway? Well, here's the deal...Not only are these lovely ladies my close neighbors to the north, but they also happen to have been some of the most supportive when it comes to my SNAP! activities. I am grateful to every single one and so lucky that they're willing to include me in some of their online festivities. Including this AWESOME giveaway. What better way is there to show some love to all of our awesome readers (all over the country) than host to host a giveaway for...drum … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Recipes and Entertaining #SNAPconf SNAP! Chat

Thanksgiving Recipes and Entertaining #SNAPconf SNAP! Chat

It's the time you have all been waiting for.  Let's talk turkey!  Specifically entertaining and cooking during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.  Do you love to host a big party at your house?  Are you looking for creative ideas for dishes for a Thanksgiving potluck?  Do you need a last-minute centerpiece to wow your guests?  Then you should hop on over and join us for this week's Thanksgiving Recipes and Entertaining #SNAPconf SNAP! Chat. The Details   Thursday, November 8th, 2012 10:00 am MT (9:00 PT, 11:00 CT, and 12:00 ET) for 45 minutes. This week we are chatting … [Read more...]

10 Pretty Burlap Wreaths for Fall

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Now that all the cobwebs, skeletons and jack-o-lanterns have (hopefully) been put away, your door might be looking a little bare. Never fear! Here are 10 pretty autumn wreaths made with burlap to inspire your November door decor. No one does burlap better than Tatertots and Jello. In 2009-10, Jen started sharing her burlap wreath projects and they still show up everywhere today. Here's my favorite... I love this burlap wreath from Becoming Martha. The orange houndstooth monogram adds that little something extra special! Looking for something a little out of the ordinary?  This … [Read more...]

Bee a Queen for a Day Giveaway – Flamingo Toes

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As a blogger, I get to show you what I want you to see. That means sometimes I share my holiday mantel, not the storage boxes that have yet to be put away. I share the DIY artwork on my wall, not the place where I tore the paint off trying to properly position. I share the pretty rug I want to buy, not the somewhat shabby one I own. And, I don't tell you that we ordered pizza the other night and ate off paper plates the other day because I didn't want to cook or do the dishes. I think that's pretty true of most bloggers. Our lives aren't perfect, but we're sharing a little bit of … [Read more...]

Show and Tell Linky No. 18 – 10 Great Halloween Projects

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It's been a busy work week, but not an overly exciting one. I purchased a fun new rug to anchor the door out to the back deck. Would love to know what you think... Also shared some fun DIY West Elm style bubble plants and....SUPER excited to be attending a sneak peek for the new West Elm store opening in Salt Lake in a couple weeks! We've finally gone from 100+ degree weather to a tad bit cooler temperatures (we're still in the 80's), but I've officially kicked off fall with some hot apple cider and under the blanket snuggling. So excited for my favorite time of year! Show and Tell … [Read more...]

Show and Tell Linky No. 16

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Wednesdays are great. Not only do I get to see all of your amazing projects, but I also take a minute to reflect on the fun and sometimes not so fun things that happened in my week. It's really helped me to recognize how very lucky I am. Early last week, I was able to introduce you to SNAP's newest contributor, Rebecca, from The Crafted Sparrow. Her DIY shelves were a can't miss. Did you know that I "met" Rebecca via the linky? I was so impressed with all of her projects...Just goes to show that clicking on each and everyone of the links does pay off. I was also able to feature … [Read more...]

DIY Decorative Shelves Tutorial

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I am so very excited for today's post. Not only is it a phenom project, but I get to introduce you to my newest contributor... Meet Rebecca, from The Crafted Sparrow. I connected with Rebecca, via Show and Tell. Each week, I found myself drawn to the fun projects she was posting online. I really enjoyed every project she linked up. I thought I would share a few of my favorite Crafted Sparrow projects with you... 1. Loose Change Penny Art - love the idea of putting pennies to use and these letters sparkle. 2. Neon Wood Earrings - these are so modern and on trend. 3. CPK Copy Cat … [Read more...]

Chocolate Covered Football Oreo Pops

A couple of things mark the end of summer and the beginning of fall around our house (and I'm sure many of yours too), one of them is football. Whether it's football for the kids, in-state college rivalries, or even pro-football on Monday nights, it definitely signals a change in seasons here. I don't know what it is, but I'm a total sucker for the seasonal Oreos and when I spotted the football shaped ones at the grocery store, I knew I had to find a fun way to use them. I came up with a cool treat you can make for any occasion - football Oreo pops. Use them for a tailgating treat, Superbowl … [Read more...]