Caramelized Green Beans
March 5, 2010 by Shelley
Caramelized Green Beans — Who knew I liked Green Beans?! I sure didn’t! I have always thought they were smooshy, nasty, and bland. That was until I discovered fresh green beans and learned to caramelize them. Seriously,... [Read more]
Birthday Girl – Featured Guest
March 4, 2010 by Shelley
Birthday Girl – Featured Guest While Alison is creating amazing things with 2×4’s and Missy is creating extensive link lists,…I am dreaming. Dreaming of the perfect party. I recently discovered the most... [Read more]
FREE Photobook from Picaboo
March 4, 2010 by Shelley
That’s right! We found another Freebie, and it’s a good one! Whoo hoo! This is a large ‘8×11′ PhotoBook to all new customers {not the small 8×8’s or flip books}. To Get a free Classic photo... [Read more]
St. Patrick’s Day Decoration – 10 Easy Ideas!
March 3, 2010 by Shelley
Saint Patrick’s Day Decorations 10 Easy Ideas! As an adult, St. Patrick’s Day has always been a ‘Ho Hum’ holiday for me. I know, I know {gasp}! I usually get pinched because the 17th sneaks up on me.... [Read more]
Napkin Dress Tutorial – Perfect for a Shower!
February 26, 2010 by Shelley
So do you remember spotting those adorable napkins in my baby shower post? Napkin Dress Tutorial Our sweet friend Jen came up with this idea! She is totally going to hate us, but we love her so much, we are just going to have... [Read more]
FREE Exclusive St. Patrick’s Day Printables!
February 23, 2010 by Shelley
Could these be any cuter?! Chickabug designed these adorable FREE Saint Patrick’s Day printables exclusively for HowDoesShe readers. Chickabug is our favorite graphic designer and sells party printables galore in her etsy... [Read more]
Recipe Box Makeover – Tutorial
February 19, 2010 by Shelley
We are all friends here, right? I’m about to show you one of my deepest, darkest secrets. You won’t judge me?! I’m trusting you on this. My recipe collection. Out. Of. Control. {GASP! Please ignore any chunks... [Read more]
Baby Shower Inspiration – 8 Theme Ideas
February 17, 2010 by Shelley
I’m a party girl {no, not the crazy wet T-shirt type}! I love attending a good party and I especially love hosting a good party. My party idea file literally grows everyday. Today I spent a ridiculous amount of time online... [Read more]
Best Ever Banana Nut Muffins {with chocolate chips of course}
February 12, 2010 by Shelley
One of my ’secret’ recipes that I often impress overnight guests with is my homemade {sorta} banana muffin recipe. Beats any ‘box’ out there by a long shot and is basically just as easy. Bisquick is the... [Read more]
12 Simple Ways to Say ‘I Love You’ with Food
February 10, 2010 by Shelley
It’s the little things. Little simple things that come from the heart. They make all the difference. No amount of money spent on a gift can replace small simple acts of love. I know, I know. It sounds so cheesy. But you... [Read more]
Ruffles Ruffles Everywhere – 11 Projects
February 5, 2010 by Shelley
Ruffles ruffles everywhere! I’ve been spotting this adorable trend all over blog world. 1. I had to get in on the fun and give Char’s famous Ruffle Butt Onesie a try. DIY ruffle projects are easier than they appear!... [Read more]
From Trash to Treasure
February 3, 2010 by Shelley
As fun as it is to get brand spankin’ new things, old ‘is in’ right now! Vintage ‘is in’! Using what you have ‘is in’! I LOVE IT! -I have been lusting over amazing ‘before and after’... [Read more]
Splish Splash with Free SticViews! Last Chance!
We have one last idea for using your free SticViews! {I can’t believe they still have a few left. Hurry and grab yours before they’re gone} ! SticViews are waterproof, so what better place to use it than in the bath?!... [Read more]
The Twirling Tooth Fairy
February 1, 2010 by Shelley
The Twirling Tooth Fairy My creative and adorable friend Natalie recently shared her family tradition of the Tooth Fairy… Before Bed, Natalie’s little girl sets out a big glass of water with her tooth at the bottom.... [Read more]
Cone Shaped Gift Favors
January 27, 2010 by Shelley
While I was making my Mom’s Homemade Granola, I decided I must share the delicious goodness with some of my dear friends. But what to put it in? I grabbed my scrapbook paper and got to work… Easy, Functional, and... [Read more]
Mom’s Homemade Granola
January 27, 2010 by Shelley
My sweet husband found my mom’s homemade granola recipe, made it, and put a big ziplock bag of it in my Christmas Stocking {yes he has his adorable moments}! My bag was devoured by many in about one day. I have been... [Read more]
Featuring TidyMom
January 27, 2010 by Shelley
Do you ever go to blogs to look at one post, then an hour later you are totally hooked ? {Hopefully that’s how you all feel about HowDoesShe;)!} My latest find and addiction is TidyMom. Meet Cheryl. Isn’t she cute!?... [Read more]
7 Ideas for Hair Bow Holders!
January 26, 2010 by Shelley
You’ve got the bows…now where are you going to put them? Here are 7 ideas! 1. CBKMFISH created this out of chicken wire! 2. And Nannygoat turned a Goodwill find into this gorgeous framed hair accessory organizer! 3. ... [Read more]
Petal Party
January 26, 2010 by Shelley
Petal Party! I’m sure you’ve noticed that flower accessories are everywhere! They are on little girls headbands, in sassy mommas hair, on purses, gift wrapping….seriously,…they are everywhere! But they... [Read more]
Stay in Love. Keep Dating.
January 22, 2010 by Shelley
Stay in Love. Keep Dating. I couldn’t help getting choked up while I was researching this topic because it is all about the dearest thing to my heart,…my marriage. {I know, I know,…Oprah makes me cry almost... [Read more]
Toddler Boy Room on a Budget
January 18, 2010 by Shelley
When my little boy outgrew his nursery, I knew I wanted a room that was clean, simplistic, and ’sweet’. A classic looking room was important to me because I know that in the near future, I will have absolutely NO... [Read more]
Shower Love Notes
January 15, 2010 by Shelley
I may or MAY not have had to erase some of our ’shower love notes’ before taking these pictures. Shower Love Notes make me Smile! This is the funnest way to keep a romance alive. Someone gave me a box of shower... [Read more]
Gift Giving Organization
January 12, 2010 by Shelley
Doesn’t it seem like there is ALWAYS a gift giving event? Do you ever forget about a ‘gift giving’ occasion until the day of? Or do you just NOT have time to get out and buy for the occasion? {Um, I’ll... [Read more]
Designer Baby Burp Cloths
January 7, 2010 by Shelley
I must tell you I don’t really know how to sew. There. I said it. Somehow I’ve tricked all my friends in to thinking I do. The reality of it is, I only attempt to sew things that require no pattern and that are... [Read more]
Floating Frame Tutorial
January 4, 2010 by Shelley
This Family Floating Frame is beautiful to display, unique, and easy to make! What you’ll need: *1 – 18×24 frame of choice with glass included (I found mine at Michaels,…don’t forget your coupons) *1-... [Read more]
Woman of the Week – Jan 4th
January 1, 2010 by Shelley
We all know those women that just seem to ‘have it all together’. Mikelle is one of them. She never ceases to amaze me. Her home is beautiful & always spotless, she is always serving others (usually me in the... [Read more]
Featuring ‘Love Actually’ – Handmade gift Idea for Spouse
December 16, 2009 by Shelley
We are so excited about sharing ‘Love Actually’ with you! We’d let them take over HowDoesShe’s ‘Love your Spouse’ category in a second if they would! Cher, Thanks for posting today.... [Read more]
Fun Frugal Family Tradition #5 – Family Fondue
December 15, 2009 by Shelley
Fun Frugal Family Tradition #5 – Family Fondue This is one family tradition I simply can not do without. Our Christmas family fondue night is anticipated, fun, memorable, and did I mention delicious?! I’m not talking... [Read more]
Woman of the Week Dec 14th
December 14, 2009 by Shelley
“Samantha is an amazing mother, wife, and woman! She has 3 boys one of which is down syndrome. She makes me want to strive to live my life better because she is always doing fun stuff with them and taking them everywhere... [Read more]
Fun Frugal Family Tradition #7 – Magical Moments Under The Christmas Tree
December 12, 2009 by Shelley
One of my very favorite childhood memories happened right under the Christmas tree. I still vividly remember lying next to my dad directly under the tree. We would look up into all of the branches above us and see the twinkling... [Read more]
Oreo Cookie Sucker Tutorial
December 11, 2009 by Shelley
I know, they are perfectly gorgeous. We are so lucky to have our sweet {and oh so talented} friend, Jamie give us a tutorial on her famous cookie suckers. Boise local, Jamie, is a young mother of two adorable little boys. Jamie... [Read more]
Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party
December 10, 2009 by Shelley
Fun Frugal Christmas Tradition #9 – Family Slumber Party The excitment building up to Christmas is half the fun! This weekend surprise the kiddos by putting an invitation on their pillow to a family slumber party! Pop... [Read more]
Fun Frugal Family Christmas Tradition #11 – Paint Can PJ’s
December 8, 2009 by Shelley
Fun Frugal Christmas Tradition #11 – Paint Can PJ’s Many families have the wonderful Christmas tradition of opening pajamas on Christmas Eve. Even as a mother of three, I still get giddy about opening my new Christmas... [Read more]
#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity
#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity That’s right our #1 Neighbor gift idea is No Gifts {well, at least not for each other}. As fun as it is to give and receive Christmas Gifts from Neighbors,…we... [Read more]
We have Winners!!! Big Cyber Week Giveaway!
December 7, 2009 by Shelley
Thanks to everyone who participated in our Big Cyber Week Giveaway. The winners were chosen through random.org and here are the lucky results! 1. Flirty Apron Winner is Rachel who said, “I would love the flirty apron or... [Read more]
#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies
#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies Deliver a package of Mint Cookies & can of Hot Chocolate {Stephens is my favorite} Attach Tag: “Gather your family for a special Treat! Be prepared to... [Read more]
#3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle
December 4, 2009 by Shelley
#3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle Who doesn’t love Snuggle? Sometimes practical items are a nice alternative to sweets. I know this would a welcome gift on my doorstep! Tag idea: “Snuggle UP! ... [Read more]
#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer}
December 3, 2009 by Shelley
#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer} I am in love with Coffee Mate. Yes, that is right,…I don’t even drink Coffee, but I could sip this stuff straight from the bottle. It is the best addition... [Read more]
#5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough
December 2, 2009 by Shelley
# 5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough Give a roll of cookie dough with tag “We could all use a little extra DOUGH this time of Year” . This one makes me smile. Hopefully it will your neighbors too!... [Read more]
Christmas Gift Idea – Grandparents & Family
December 1, 2009 by Shelley
I can’t even begin to tell you how much I love PhotoStamps. They’re perfect for every occasion! Most recently I ordered them for my twins birth announcement. There is something so sweet about seeing a personalized picture... [Read more]
#6 – Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights
December 1, 2009 by Shelley
#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Have you tasted these?! They are divine. True Delight Granola Bars are NOT your average granola bar. Your neighbors will thank you after tasting... [Read more]
#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Paper Plates
November 30, 2009 by Shelley
#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Paper Plates Doing the dishes for your neighbor?! What could be a better gift than that?! Deliver paper plates with tag “Don’t let your dishes pile up this busy holiday season. Let... [Read more]
Family Fun – Christmas Gift Idea
November 27, 2009 by Shelley
A magazine subscription is a personal gift, that gives all year long! Family Fun Magazine is one of my favorite magazines! It is a staple in any young families home. Today {Black Friday} you can get an entire year subscription... [Read more]
What are you Thankful For?
November 25, 2009 by Shelley
Missy stumbled upon this heartwarming video of Thankful New Yorkers. Whatever your religious beliefs are, this is a beautiful message of Thanksgiving. {Watch out, you might choke up a little} What are you Thankful For? We ... [Read more]
Christmas Gift Idea Spouse- Music {Plus coupon code for free music}
November 24, 2009 by Shelley
I am in crazy love with Michael Buble {this is no secret to my husband}. He has a new cd out called “Crazy Love” {yes, I am pretty sure he named it after me}. I want it. BAD. I love all of his ’standard’... [Read more]
Look What We found for FREE!–8×10 Canvas
November 23, 2009 by Shelley
Canvas People is offering one FREE canvas! Get Your First Canvas on Them. Free 8×10 Canvas Print or $55 off Larger Sizes. I ordered one of these last week and wanted to make sure it was legit before promoting it. Well it... [Read more]
#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Soap
November 22, 2009 by Shelley
#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas- Soap! I love giving this gift {just ask my neighbors,..3 years running} Heck, I’d love to receive this! This no calorie gift is practical and fun to receive. Attach tag “We... [Read more]
Woman of the Week – Nov 23rd
November 22, 2009 by Shelley
“My mom, Diana, is an incredible woman. She is the mother of 7 and grandmother of 30. She is the most talented woman I know. Everything she tries, she excels at. She is an accomplished artist and seamstress and has won awards... [Read more]
Cyber Monday Giveaway
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Marriage Perk {Slumber Parties}
November 21, 2009 by Shelley
Being married definetly has its “perks” and slumber parties are one of them. It’s the weekend. Put the kids to bed early. Grab a blow up mattress, a sleeping bag (ONE not two}, rent a movie, order pizza, and... [Read more]
Simpler Gift Giving
November 19, 2009 by Shelley
You have no idea how excited I am to introduce Amber from Giver’s Log. This is the most beautiful ‘gift giving idea’ website ever. I seriously spent a good hour on it the other day {when i was supposed to be... [Read more]
Thanksgiving Place Card Ideas
November 18, 2009 by Shelley
I don’t know about you, but hosting Thanksgiving makes me feel like I can “act the part” of a FANCY SHMANCY entertainer. I can’t stop looking for ideas to make Thanksgiving ‘picture perfect’.... [Read more]
Thankful Banners
November 17, 2009 by Shelley
I’ve been spotting several “Thanksgiving Banners” across blog world that I’d love to make for our little Thanksgiving feast. A few reasons why I am excited to have a simple banner in my home. 1. The kids... [Read more]
Shutter Message Board
November 16, 2009 by Shelley
Do you have a nasty old pair of these hanging around? Well I didn’t. So I went on a hunt. I found them at a second chance building supply store. You can usually find them on craigslist too. I spent $10 for a pair. Sand,... [Read more]
Mod Podge Shoes
November 14, 2009 by Shelley
Shoes!? You can Mod Podge shoes and make them this flippin’ adorable!? I must go to my shoe closet immediately and pick out a few pairs to redo! Wouldn’t this be the funnest project to do with sisters or girlfriends?... [Read more]
UPDATED! OFFER EXTENDED! Christmas Gift Idea – Friends, Family, & You?
This is the perfect Christmas Gift at the perfect Price. Everyone loves Dinner at a great restaurant! This is the perfect gift for just about everyone. Restaurant.com is having their 70% off gift certificate sale!!! Use Discount... [Read more]
We Need your Holiday Ideas!! McKlinky with Us!
We hope you have received a little bit of “inspiration” from us lately, but now its your turn! We are ready to be inspired by all of YOU amazing women. That is what this site is all about! We are looking for Thanksgiving/Christmas... [Read more]
Thing One & Thing Two
November 10, 2009 by Shelley
Is there a reason for this post other than to show off how ridiculously cute my girls looked on Halloween?! Absolutely NOT! {Okay, and it shows off Missy’s amazing photography skills}. Alright, I suppose I could make some... [Read more]
Mother of the Week Nov 9th
November 9, 2009 by Shelley
My mom, Lyn is an inspiration. She is the mother of 3 kids…she had all three of us before she was 23. She is now the grandmother of a 1 year old boy. (She doesn’t even look like a grandma, does she?) She was born in... [Read more]
Oh so Cute ‘lil Guy Tie
November 7, 2009 by Shelley
These studly little ties make me smile! They make any little man the center of attention. The best part about them are they are so easy to make! {Seriously, if you can thread your sewing machine, you can make these}. I... [Read more]
#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can
November 5, 2009 by Shelley
#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can. As a mother of twin babies, I sure do have a lot of these around my house…. Clean and Cover your formula cans with Festive Scrapbook paper or wrapping paper {you... [Read more]
The Perfect Chocolate Mint Cookie
November 5, 2009 by Shelley
Grab your thigh master,…you are going to need it after making these…but oh so worth it! {My friends go crazy when I make these} 3/4 cup butter 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 2 cups semisweet chocolate... [Read more]
We’ve been featured on Discount Queens!
November 3, 2009 by Shelley
Discount Queens just featured us on their site! They are our main source for keeping us updated on couponing! If you saw our #29 Christmas Neighbor Gift Idea post and were amazed that we bought 60 brownie boxes for free (okay... [Read more]
Which Candy is a TRICK? Which one is a TREAT?
November 2, 2009 by Shelley
Tempting Halloween Candy around your house?? Trying to eat Healthy? Which Halloween candy is a trick? Which one is a treat? Vital Juice sends out a daily healthy living tip {which I love} via email. With Halloween candy flying... [Read more]
Tiered Cupcake Platter
October 26, 2009 by Shelley
I am starting to obsess over adorable cupcakes. I’m sure you have noticed, but cupcakes are the new craze. They are everywhere and presentation is everything! This gorgeous homemade tiered cupcake platter stand is incredibly... [Read more]
