High Heel Cupcakes! Oooh La La.
May 11, 2012 by alysha
Ok, all you lovers of high heels! I’ve received a few requests from our fans on Facebook that I share a tutorial on these high heel cupcakes I made last week, so here it is! So cute, right?! My friend originally got this... [Read more]
Fancy Frosted Mint Brownies
May 2, 2012 by Lara
There is just something about mint. Peppermint oil, mint leaves, mint frosting.. the color mint! Nothing pairs better with mint than some delicious chocolate! These brownies combine the best of both worlds: mint + brownies = HEAVEN!... [Read more]
Personalized Gift Wrap for Kids!
April 10, 2012 by Heather
We recently needed some birthday wrapping paper but didn’t have any in the house. The store we went to didn’t have any “birthday” wrapping paper either so we went with plain yellow. Talia (my 6 year... [Read more]
Party Drinks for Kids- Dress Up a Juicebox!
February 14, 2012 by Heather
I recently threw a Pinkalicious birthday party for my daughter who turned 3. I wanted to serve juice boxes because the party guests were little, and I didn’t want to be cleaning spills in the middle of the party. So,... [Read more]
How to dress your lil’ Valentine
February 10, 2012 by Cristi
Did you get your Christmas card out last year? We didn’t. As a photographer, it seems that by the time I am done shooting and editing everyone else’s Christmas card photo- Christmas has already come and gone. So, we have started... [Read more]
Friendship Bracelets and the Friendship Dance.
February 7, 2012 by Cristi
Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to teach our children how to engage and make friends. However, for some children, making friends may not come naturally . They may feel anxiety or seem indifferent about being around... [Read more]
Last Minute Valentine’s Day Ideas via Pinterest
February 6, 2012 by Caley
Only ONE WEEK left until the big LOVE day! {I say one week because I don’t want you scrambling last minute to get something together!} So, I gathered some of our favorite quick and easy ideas from Pinterest to help... [Read more]
Our Memory Box – A Romantic Gift
February 4, 2012 by Shelley
Every year for Christmas, my husband and I exchange one “treasure” gift. This year, I totally won the sentimental contest. {whoot, whoot!} -I didn’t do a post on it, but it was peeking out in a picture from... [Read more]
SpIcE it up…8 dating techniques
February 4, 2012 by Missy
Perfect for Valentine’s Day Our LOVE experts (remember this post) are back to share some insight into DATING! You know those couples that OOZE love? Not the cheesy get a room ones, the ones you want to be around because... [Read more]
What will you wear on Valentines Day?
February 3, 2012 by Missy
Darlene is back with some more fashion advice for us! Take it away, Darlene… ——————————————————- Hello beautiful... [Read more]
Map O’ Love – A Map Memory Journal
February 2, 2012 by Shelley
One look at this journal and you know there just has to be something good inside. Well, there is. {er,…well,…there is about to be.} It’s a “Map O’ Love”. What?! You don’t know what a... [Read more]
Give the gift of poetry (yes YOU can!)
February 1, 2012 by Nicolette
Every year February 13th comes and I continually find myself scrambling for a Valentine’s Day gift. Not because I have procrastinated, but because I can never really find a gift among all the candy hearts, boxes of chocolates,... [Read more]
A Valentine Bed!
January 31, 2012 by Heather
Valentines Day is coming up and I like to find ways to include my kids in showing love for each of the members of our family. Today I’m sharing a fun way I got my daughter to help me show some love for her Daddy. ... [Read more]
Gimme some LOVE!
January 30, 2012 by Amy G.
I love the Brady Bunch. That cute blended family nearly always gets along and they rally behind one another in times of need. Sadly, we are not the Brady family. This may come as a shock but, unlike your perfect families, there... [Read more]
Over 90 FREE Valentine Printables For You!
January 26, 2012 by Bobbi
I have been blown away with the amount of Valentine’s creativity out there. What I love BEST is that so many of these amazing ideas are converging in one place…I Share! There are tons of new ideas and free printables... [Read more]
10 Things I Love About You.
January 24, 2012 by Cristi
To help me get in the spirit of Valentines Day I have been keeping an “appreciation log” of the small things my husband does on a daily basis that “I love.” According to the 5 love languages by Gary Chapman, I scored... [Read more]
14 Love Notes
January 23, 2012 by Dawn
It’s true what they say…”it’s the LITTLE things that matter most!” Every now and then I write little love notes to my husband and my kiddos to tell them how amazing I think they are or a simple... [Read more]
Valentine’s Sugar Cookies – Rated G, PG, & PG-13
January 21, 2012 by Shelley
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!! We are excited to re-share one of our MOST POPULAR posts EVAH! *Warning! If you are easily offended, please do not read too far down in this post. {No, there isn’t any crazy inappropriate stuff here! ... [Read more]
Over 50 ‘LOVE’ly Valentine’s Day Ideas
January 21, 2012 by Caley
Here are just a few of our favorites… 1. 14 Days of Gifts…Countdown to Valentine’s Day 2. Love Letters for your child. Create a collection of letters for them to read as they grow up. 3. Our Favorite….Valentine’s... [Read more]
“You and Me” Moments with your Child
January 17, 2012 by Cristi
We all know how important having a one-on-one date night with our significant other can be. Yay for Valentines Date Night coming up! But we often forget to make the time to spend that crucial one-on-one date time with our children. As... [Read more]
14 days of gifts…countdown to Valentine’s Day
January 14, 2012 by Missy
Time for a fun little Vday flashback… Everybody needs a little XOXO for Valentine’s day! I wanted to do a little countdown for V-day this year for my kids but I needed something to hold the little treats and love... [Read more]
Give it some Personality!
December 12, 2011 by Dawn
[print_link] I have kitchen help…sous chefs…cuisine connoisseurs. I know, I’m one spoiled girl. Two extra sets of hands…they are amazing! So, as a token of my appreciation I want to give them something... [Read more]
“Donut” you want to make one?
November 17, 2011 by Bobbi
The gals at “One Charming Party” are sharing a super “sweet” idea that will be the talk of your next party! A Donut Tree! Whatever the occasion (think Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, Birthdays…)... [Read more]
The Communal Table & What We’re Bringing!
November 15, 2011 by Caley
In celebration of Thanksgiving, we’ve joined up with the entire food community for a Virtual Thanksgiving called, The Communal Table! Organized by the Food Network, many well-known and respected food experts will be gathering... [Read more]
More than Caramel Corn Tradition
October 28, 2011 by Nicolette
To me, Fall is a crisp morning with the smell of harvested corn still lingering from the field behind our house. It is rearranging my closet with sweaters and jeans at the forefront. And it is reliving the anticipation with... [Read more]
11 Exciting Pennant Banners!
October 13, 2011 by Amy G.
Don’t you love it when someone else does all the work and you get all the compliments? I do. Actually, I haven’t quite learned to just smile and say thank you without giving away the true source of the talent. BUT,... [Read more]
Stay at home for date night…and make it amazing!
February 10, 2011 by Caley
1. Start in the morning by surprising him with some Shower Love Notes! 2. For dinner, surprise him with a Romantic In-Door Picnic 3. Finish that romantic picnic with some Lingerie Sugar Cookies! 4. Play games like Hide &... [Read more]
Just a post about love.
February 9, 2011 by alysha
First off, I have to apologize to all my crafting peeps out there because this post is a bit more on the personal side, and is a tad bit lacking in the creative department. I promise you if you make it through my bjillion pictures,... [Read more]
11+ Last Minute Valentine Ideas!
February 8, 2011 by Bobbi
It’s less than a week until love day, ladies! Have you been busy finding ways to spoil your hunny? Is there anything special your sweetheart is planning for YOU? OR, are you planning something just for yourself? Love that! Just... [Read more]
Romantic Winter Picnic for two
February 4, 2011 by Missy
Remember Amber from one of most favorite sites, Giver’s Log?! She just opened a new online store selling hot chocolate on a stick…Genius! I have been so excited for Ticket Kitchen to open! You need to click... [Read more]
Be Mine Valentine Banner
February 3, 2011 by Missy
A SimPle addition to your Valentine’s Day decorations I originally posted this idea last year, but I just got it out and hung it up for this year and thought I would share it again… My super talented friend... [Read more]
Shower Love Notes
February 1, 2011 by Shelley
Most of you have probably never seen this post. It debuted when HowDoesShe was just two months old. We are bringing it back,…just in time for Valentine’s Day! Now,…I may or MAY not have had to erase some... [Read more]
7 Steps to WOO your Boo
February 1, 2011 by Bobbi
Happy February, HowDoesShe Gals! I know…it’s FEBRUARY already! How did that happen? This time of year is special for MY man for a couple of reasons – the obvious one is, it’s Valentine’s Day! AND... [Read more]
8 Valentine Decor Ideas With ‘Heart’!
January 25, 2011 by Bobbi
Hi HowDoesShe Gals! Love is in the air, can you feel it? I can, even through the freezing wind and blinding snowstorms! Maybe that’s why Valentine’s day is in February – another excuse to cuddle up close with... [Read more]
Our picks for Valentine Gifts!
January 20, 2011 by Missy
Are you wondering what to give for Valentine’s Day? Let us help! We found some deals and ideas for you… 1. Cinnamon See’s lollypops – I just gave some of these to my mom (who loves cinnamon flavored... [Read more]
Valentines In The Classroom
January 18, 2011 by Bobbi
Welcome, HowDoesShe friends! It seems like Christmas has just happened, and already there is less than a MONTH until Valentines Day! And if you have kids in school, you can be sure there will be lots of fun activities planned,... [Read more]
My favorite Treasure
January 16, 2011 by Shelley
****UPDATED**** **** Chantelle Nicole’s Site has crashed because of all the hits. HORRIBLE timing right?! If you purchased a code and would like to redeem it, please email your coupon code to chantellenicoledesigns@gmail.com... [Read more]
Peppermint-Rimmed Hot Cocoa
December 22, 2010 by Shelley
I recently experimented by ‘rimming’ my hot cocoa cup. I can confidently tell you that this could be my creative high of 2011. A-mazing! I can’t even explain to you how divine ‘Peppermint-Rimming’... [Read more]
Tiered Cupcake Platter
July 20, 2010 by Shelley
This was originally posted in our ‘starting days’, so you probably haven’t seen this fun post. Great for any type of celebration… I am starting to obsess over adorable cupcakes. I’m sure you have... [Read more]
Men and Pistachios…
June 1, 2010 by Shelley
Father’s Day Presents What to get?! What to get!? Isn’t that always the question!? Father’s Day Presents are hard. This year we decided to put a creative twist on a very traditional gift…I found chipboard... [Read more]
Hate Ironing?! I do.
May 18, 2010 by Shelley
Gift for him Now let me start this post with a warning: This post just might not be for you. Especially if you have a perfectly clean home, polished children, laundry always done, makeup on by 8 am, and dinner on the table... [Read more]
Mini Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
April 21, 2010 by Shelley
Lemon Meringue Cupcakes?! If you love lemon, you will love these. These bite sized cupcakes are gorgeous, tasty, and easy. Speaking of ‘bite sized’,…why does everything taste better when ‘mini’?... [Read more]
Plump, Ripe, Sweet…
April 19, 2010 by Alison
How about an easy Mother’s Day Idea? Two food posts in a row for me??? Is there something wrong…am I pregnant? Ummm…Nope, at least to the pregnant part:) I keep dreaming in strawberries though! Strawberry... [Read more]
HowDoesShe Master the Art of Cheesecake?
March 19, 2010 by Shelley
Have you ever tried to make a homemade cheesecake? No, not the instant ‘jello’ brand kind! I’m talking about the melt-in-your-mouth ‘cheesecake factory-like’ gorgeous, perfect cheesecake?! Did... [Read more]
Give Him…
February 11, 2010 by Missy
What to give your guy for Valentine’s Day? I’ve been trying to come with ideas for what to give my Valentine, I thought I could give him some of my new favorite cologne, Modern Reserve from Polo. You need to... [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]
6 Valentine Card ideas for your Guy
February 9, 2010 by Missy
Need a card idea for your guy? I’ve got you covered. Little Birdie Secrets had this great idea for the classic coupon gift – but made especially cute! I LOVE that this reminds me of my crushes in second grade. ... [Read more]
Actions Speak Louder than Words
February 6, 2010 by Missy
Actions speak louder than words! A simple way to SHOW the valentines in your life that you love them – service. We started a Valentine tradition in our family a couple years ago where we do service for each other to... [Read more]
Valentine Card Idea with Crayons
February 4, 2010 by Alison
Fun, fast and easy valentine card idea with crayons! I had to try this out!!! I saw it on Chef Messy. My kids and I had so much fun making these. We actually did it twice because we learned a few things from the first time…see... [Read more]
2×4 to Sweethearts and Why I’m Lucky
February 2, 2010 by Alison
Idea #3 2×4 to Sweethearts What a fun way to display your kids!!! I actually had them paint a picture of themselves and we hung them on the blocks, but they weren’t dry and the paint dripped and then you couldn’t... [Read more]
Rice Krispy Valentines Suckers!
January 31, 2010 by Alison
Who doesn’t like Rice Krispy treats? My point exactly. Here is sure to be a Valentines Day crowd pleaser… This is a great spin on the Dipped Oreo cookie sucker idea… Make rice krispies, use a cookie cutter... [Read more]
2×4 BEE My Valentine
January 28, 2010 by Alison
2×4 BEE My Valentine Every year for Valentine’s my husband and I have a rule that it has to be a homemade gift. I love our homemade gift exchanges. They require so much thought {and sneakiness because we do not want... [Read more]
‘Why I Love You’ Pillows {Tutorial}
January 25, 2010 by Alison
‘Why I Love You’ Pillows! To kick off Valentines day in our house the first day in February I put these pillows on my kids bed. Then for 14 days my husband and I leave love notes in them about why we love them. ... [Read more]
Super Fun Valentine Activities
January 19, 2010 by Missy
People are so creative with ideas for activities to do with your kids – even for a holiday that usually centers around your sweetheart. Following are a few of my favorites… Heart Attack their bedroom door I have... [Read more]
You are A’maze’ing Valentine Card Tutorial
January 16, 2010 by Alison
You are a’MAZE’ing Valentine Card tutorial I saw this idea on Zakka life and loved it. I tried making it, but…I can’t sew a curved line {using plastic and paper}. My heart was, well not a heart. So... [Read more]
11 {easy to make} Valentine Card Ideas
January 16, 2010 by Alison
We are getting close to Valentine’s day and card making is coming fast! Here are 11 easy to make card ideas to make for your little Valentines! 1. For ‘Crayon’ Out Loud Happy Valentine’s Day Chef Messy 2. ... [Read more]
11 Free Valentine Card Downloads
January 16, 2010 by Alison
11 Free {super cute}Valentine Card Downloads…Valentines cards that are so sweet! Don’t forget to check your printer’s Manuel on how much it costs to print! Mine is only $0.05 per sheet. A lot cheaper than... [Read more]
Yummy Valentine Treat Ideas
January 14, 2010 by Missy
I can’t wait to try these! I am an eternal fan of rice krispies – these are adorable! Thanks, no fuss fabulous! This makes a plain cupcake look appetizing! From skp to my lou cake pops from little birdie secrets My... [Read more]
Valentine Decor – 18 ideas!
January 11, 2010 by Missy
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching! We have found a ton of ideas to share with you in the next few weeks! I am going to kick it off with decorating for this holiday of love. I am sharing these now so you have plenty... [Read more]
Valentine Database!
January 10, 2010 by Alison
Need Ideas for… Valentine Cards? Valentine Printables? Valentine Decor(18 ideas!)? Valentine Tutorials?…more ideas are coming this week!!! Valentine Treats? Great…you’ve come to the right spot:) Click... [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]
