When I was in high school (many years ago), the bigger the homecoming mum, the better. My mom always made mine and got great pleasure out of adding bells to them. But I wasn't fond of the big mums and I despised the bells. Tip: you can pull the center out of the bell or tape it down and it doesn't make anymore noise! The past few years, I've ... Read More about How to Make a Homecoming Mum Ring – DIY Tutorial
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Entenmann’s® Little Bites® Soft Baked Party Cake Cookies
Y'all. I LOVE cookies - sugar, chocolate chip, party cake, doesn't matter! I'll eat just about any cookie that finds itself in my hand. A few months ago, Entenmann’s® Little Bites® introduced Soft Baked Chocolate Chip Cookies. They were such a hit that now you can find the soft-baked cookies in a new variety - Party Cake Cookies! They are SO ... Read More about Entenmann’s® Little Bites® Soft Baked Party Cake Cookies
Buy Everything You Need For a Toy Story Birthday Party with Amazon Prime
Colin was three when I threw him a Toy Story Birthday Party. I made alien cupcakes, Jessie cookies, and so many other cute snacks. If I were to do it again, I'd make Forky Cookies, too! The party was such a big hit but I'm not a great decorator so that part lacked. If I were to do it again, I'd hit Amazon Prime for everything necessary for the best ... Read More about Buy Everything You Need For a Toy Story Birthday Party with Amazon Prime
Chocolate Marshmallow Green Goo Rat Dessert for Halloween
With COVID-19 still wreaking havoc all over the place, Halloween parties are pretty much out of the question. That said, I wanted to make something fun for my boys' lunches leading up to Halloween which lead me to this Chocolate Marshmallow Green Goo Rat Dessert! I know they are a little creepy with the red eyes but they are also so cute, easy to ... Read More about Chocolate Marshmallow Green Goo Rat Dessert for Halloween
2020 Holiday Gift Guide – Submissions Open!
SensiblySara is now accepting submissions for the 2020 Holiday Gift Guide! Each item will be shared with my readers through blog posts and amplified via Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and/or Instagram. I am looking to fill spots in the following categories: For Her, For Him, For the Kids, Stocking Stuffers and For Pets. Edible items are ... Read More about 2020 Holiday Gift Guide – Submissions Open!
An Easy Move: 5 Things To Do To Make it Easy on Yourself
Congrats on your move! I know what you are thinking - you’re so excited to be in your new place, but you are absolutely DREADING the moving process. I. FEEL. YOU. Stress a little less, though, because your move doesn’t have to be awful. If you follow this list of 5 things to do, you can have a relatively easy move. Here are some awesome moving ... Read More about An Easy Move: 5 Things To Do To Make it Easy on Yourself
San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Halloween with a Zoo Boo #ZooTroop
**Full Disclosure: I receive perks as part of the San Antonio Zoo’s blogger ambassador program, Zoo Troop. In exchange, I post about my experiences. All opinions are my own. It's been years since my family and I have attend a San Antonio Zoo Boo. James was probably two years old. I remember having trouble finding parking and once we finally got it ... Read More about San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Halloween with a Zoo Boo #ZooTroop
5 Incredible Tips for Passenger Seat Photography
One day my husband and I were taking a drive and he said, "You should write a post about passenger seat photography and how to get the best shot." Now, let me preface this by saying that I wouldn't say I'm an expert in passenger seat photography. Mostly it's trial and error but I think I've gotten pretty good at getting the shot I want in the short ... Read More about 5 Incredible Tips for Passenger Seat Photography
Pomegranate Lemon Cream Tart – No-Bake Dessert Recipe
Visiting my sister is like visiting a second home - she has nearly everything I could need so I don't pack shampoo, conditioner, bath soap, etc. When I was at her house this summer, she had a Pomegranate Lemon Cream bath soap that smelled AMAZING! Each time I used it, I thought I should make a pie with the same flavors and that's how this ... Read More about Pomegranate Lemon Cream Tart – No-Bake Dessert Recipe
Pumpkin Shaped Rag Wreath for Fall: a Craft Tutorial
I just love fall - cooler temperatures, beautiful colors and delicious smells. I also really like that pumpkins can be used from September through November in such a versatile way. This Pumpkin Shaped Rag Wreath is the perfect way to spruce up your front door for the season. Rag wreaths are my favorite because they are so simple and are easily ... Read More about Pumpkin Shaped Rag Wreath for Fall: a Craft Tutorial