I recently got back from my first blogging conference. Allume is ... well, I'll let them tell you because their words are much better than mine. Here is the Allume mission: The Allume conference exists to offer a gathering place for kindred spirits to connect, learn, grow, and be refreshed so they can persevere in being a people who bring hope to the world through the social media medium. We want to reflect His Light in all our spheres of influence. Our goal is to go beyond the surface into intentional blogging and real life living, all to the glory of God. Allume is a one-of-a-kind conference Continue Reading
Archives for October 2014
House to Home: Guest Bedroom
It has been SO LONG since I wrote a House to Home post. Too long. But we finally have another room completed! Our guest bedroom! Here is our game shelf. I love playing board games and wish we got to play them more often. Here's our book/storage shelf in the middle of the room. At the bottom of this post, I give you a sneak peek into what's in those storage bins. Yes, we have a Spongebob stuffed animal. It was a random silly gift from my dad. (family joke) Above that shelf, I have some wall art. I just used frames and scrapbook paper to make this Continue Reading
Currently {Vol. 7}
Here's what I've been up to currently ... Thinking about: ALLUME. As you are reading this, I'm on my way to a Christian blogger conference called Allume in South Carolina. I am so excited to learn and grow as a blogger, as well as meet other bloggers and make friends. Since I'm writing this a couple days before I leave, I'm thinking about what to bring, what to wear, what to pack, how to get there, where I'll park, who I'll meet, what I'll learn, ... a ton of stuff. There are a few nerves, but for the most part I'm so excited that I get this opportunity and I can't wait to see what God has in Continue Reading
DIY Crate Nightstand
(This post contains affiliate links. Thanks for supporting my blog.) I've been waiting and waiting for us to finish our guest bedroom. Everything was done, except there was no nightstand. I didn't want to spend a lot of money for such a small piece of furniture that wouldn't be used all that often anyway. Finally, I decided just to make my own! I think it turned out great! Here's what I used: Two wooden crates (I got mine from Michael's, but you can also get some on Amazon) Wood stain A paintbrush Gorilla Glue First, I stained both crates with a dark Continue Reading
Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies
Ready for a really, really easy recipe? Something to satisfy your chocolate craving? A recipe that's perfect for fall? How about these Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies made with only TWO ingredients. Here's what you'll need: Devil's food cake mix Can of pumpkin Mix the two ingredients together in a bowl. Scoop the dough into balls on a baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-14 minutes. Let them set up and cool for a couple minutes before serving. Print Chocolate Pumpkin Cookies Author: Tiffany Recipe type: Dessert Cook time: 10 mins Continue Reading
Chicken N’ Dumplings
I can't believe how easy this recipe is, and yet it still turned out tasting delicious! This for all of us who don't have time to make dumplings from scratch, but still want that home cooked taste! Here's what you'll need: Chicken broth Chicken Canned biscuits (Tip: Don't use the flaky layers biscuits because the dish will turn out mushy. If you use regular home style biscuits, it turns out just right!) Cream of chicken soup Pepper Bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add in the shredded baked chicken. Turn the heat to medium. Cut the biscuit dough into quarters. Add these to the Continue Reading
Blackberry Gin Lemonade
It's been a long time since I posted a recipe for a beverage. So how about we do something with a kick? This blackberry gin lemonade is made with fresh blackberries! Here's what you'll need: Sugar Blackberries Water Honey Club soda Gin Lemon juice Bring the sugar, blackberries, and water to a boil. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Turn the heat down and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the blackberries. Stir in the honey. Remove from heat. If you have a fine mesh sieve, use it to push the blackberries mixture through so the beverage won't be full of Continue Reading
Honey Garlic Rolls
Prepare to drool. It has been years since I had these amazing yeast rolls made by my friend Sarah. Recently, I couldn't stop thinking of them so I dug around until I found the recipe she gave me, seriously, probably two years ago. Maybe three. I decided it was time to try to make them for myself. I was for sure they weren't going to turn out anything like Miss Sarah's. But to my delighted surprise, they turned out just as delicious as her's! These Honey Garlic Rolls are mouth watering, and I dare you not to eat three or more in one sitting. Actually, go ahead and eat as many as you want Continue Reading
Cinnamon Pumpkin Cookies
Hello fall. It's nice to see you again. October has begun! Let's bring on all things pumpkin! So how about some cinnamon pumpkin cookies? They're soft and taste like fall itself. Here's what you'll need: Butter Sugar Brown sugar Eggs Pumpkin Flour Nutmeg Cinnamon Ginger Baking Soda Salt Cinnamon Bun Icing Begin by creaming together the sugars and butter. You can use the traditional method of bowl and spoon or use a standing mixer. Slowly add in the eggs and pumpkin while stirring. Mix well. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining dry Continue Reading