Hashbrown & Ham Brunch Casserole

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For my Easter Brunch for Hadley Pottery I made one of my favorite brunch casseroles. I’ve been making this one for years and it’s nice and hearty with hash browns and ham, plus it’s creamy and delicious and full of cheesy goodness. You can use either shredded or cubed frozen hashbrowns but adjust cooking time… Read More

Sparkling Fruit Punch

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To go along with our Easter Entertaining with Hadley Pottery, I made this sparkling fruity punch which is so great for Spring & Summer. It’s refreshing and serves all ages – if you want an extra “kick” you can make it with champagne. I made frozen juice “ice sticks” to keep the drinks cold while not… Read More

Easter Entertaining

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I’m excited to share one of my latest projects with you today. I recently did a product shoot for Hadley Pottery to showcase some of their items in an Easter Entertaining setting. I’ve seen these patterns for years, and know that they are collectibles for many families so I was excited to get the samples… Read More

Easter Party On A Budget {Guest Feature}

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If you’re looking for some fun ideas to celebrate Easter with the kids, Nancy of A to Zebra Celebrations has them for you. Nancy put together an adorable party using inexpensive items like curling ribbon, balloons, and of course plastic Easter eggs. With a few DIY projects and party supplies from Etsy shops added, the… Read More

FREE Easter Printables

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I love Ellinee Design House! The sight is full of free printables and crafty ways to use them. I had to share these FREE Easter Printables with you so you can plan out your weekend festivities and decor. There are invitations, party circles, favor tags, straw flags, and more in the collection. Hop on over and choose… Read More

Delicious Deviled Eggs With Bacon

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I never met a deviled egg I didn’t like, however, this is not your mama’s recipe!  This incredible recipe I discovered years ago in the book Special Occasions by John Hadamuscin.  The addition of horseradish gives it a kick, while melted butter and bacon make it rich and indulgent.  Go ahead and try it.  Your friends &… Read More

Ideas For Using Easter Peeps

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Doesn’t everyone love Peeps this time of year?! They are the iconic candy of Easter and it just wouldn’t be the same without them. With that in mind I put together some ideas for how you can incorporate them into your Easter entertaining.  Pick up some bunnies and chicks in any color you like and… Read More

Easter Peeps Garden Centerpiece DIY

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One of the cutest elements (and most commented on) from my Easter Brunch design was the centerpiece for the children’s table.  The Peeps garden, or “bunny trail” is simple to make and here’s what you do: Supplies: A “fence” style planter box from Michael’s (or similar) Craft foam 1 or 2 Faux grass squares from Michael’s… Read More

Ideas For A Peeps Party

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Everyone loves Peeps this time of year, especially kids, so after putting together some ideas for displaying Peeps during Easter entertaining, I found some other fun ways to incorporate them and turn this icon into a Peeps Party!  Over on Made, there is a fabulous tutorial for a peeps bunting.  Isn’t it just darling? Two more great ideas below… Read More

Easter FREEBIES

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There are so many ideas for Easter in blog land now I thought I’d share just a few special offers with you.  Visit these sites for more information. Amanda of Shindig Parties To Go has created a FREE Easter printable set for Operation Shower.  You’ve seen me talk about Operation Shower many times, and they… Read More