One Act of Kindness Sparks Another in KLAUS (+ a Giveaway!)
Are you looking for a heart-warming holiday film to watch this season? Netflix is partnering with me to share our love of the new film, KLAUS, and the opportunity for you to win a very special KLAUS prize pack! I’m an early adopter of Netflix and have had a membership longer than I can recall. […]
Tomato Bread with Serrano Ham and Parsley Pesto + Bobby Flay At Home Recipe Book Giveaway!
Bobby Flay’s Tomato Bread with Serrano Ham and Parsley Pesto is my new holiday go-to recipe! Simple, delicious and chock full of incredible flavors, it’s everything you expect from the new Bobby At Home cookbook. Clarkson Potter sent me a copy of this lovely cookbook and is partnering with me for a giveaway! Bobby at […]
Bring your favorite Italian café to your Kitchen with Clio Coffee
On Rural Mom, you certainly hear me talk a lot about sustainability as I’m very dedicated to being a good earth steward. Until now, I’ve been disappointed in single brew coffee makers, primarily because of the plastic waste from the pods. Secondary, from the overall lack of a quality brew. Clio Coffee has solved both […]
Make Your Home Shine with Outdoor Lighting
One of the perks of owning your own home is the ability to put your personal stamp on it. It’s a joy to express yourself with stylistic choices when updating your home. An area easy to overlook, though, is your exterior lighting. When you add lights to the outside of your home and yard you […]
Cozy and Comfortable Fall Styles for Women
Thanks to my partnership with Blair, an online clothing company, I’m sharing tips to help you refresh your wardrobe this fall! This post is sponsored by Blair.com, but opinions expressed are my own. A current fashion trend is “comfort first” and this mindset is perfect for the busy holiday season. Whether you are rushing from […]
Apple Crisp Recipes and Baking Tips
With it’s delightful textures and rich flavors, apple crisp is a popular holiday dessert. My grandmother made this every Thanksgiving and it still brings me straight back to childhood. Most or all ingredients will be found right at home. The apple crisp recipe calls for basic items such as oatmeal, brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, […]
How Coffee Beans Grow
There is nothing like watching the sunrise while enjoying the aroma and taste of a freshly brewed coffee in the morning, is there? But where does your morning cup of coffee come from? What do coffee beans have to go through to achieve that morning, “Ah,” after your first sip? More than 1/3 of the […]
The Kids’ Book of Paper Love
Have you seen the new THE KIDS’ BOOK OF PAPER LOVE from the bestselling editors of Flow Magazine? Workman Publishing sent me a copy to check out and is partnering with me for a giveaway! A pair of scissors, a few folds, a touch of color – isn’t it fascinating how many tools you can […]
How To Choose The Best Apples for Your Pies
Did you know apples are the most discussed fruit in the US, if not the world? Known as the fruit of knowledge, it’s also commonly known as the staff of good health – after all, one a day keeps the doctor away. When baked in a pie, it is pure ambrosia! My grandmother taught me […]
Tips and Tricks for Layering a Cute and Comfy Fall Wardrobe
Thanks to my partnership with Blair.com, I’m sharing layering tips to help you refresh your wardrobe this fall! This post is sponsored by Blair, an online clothing company but the opinions expressed are my own. Fall is finally here! Time to say goodbye to the heat of summer and hello to gorgeous autumn colors and […]
Fun Math Games for Halloween
For parents and educators, holidays are a great time to introduce kids to themed games that encourage learning. Adding fun math games for Halloween into your curriculum or your daily family time encourages kids to see learning as a celebration. Use these 3 fun math games for Halloween in your classroom or at home. They […]
Create A Spooky Halloween Graveyard
Halloween is one of my favorite times of the year, second only to Christmas. And it all begins with decorating. Starting with a spooky Halloween Graveyard is a great way to set the tone for your Halloween home! How do you turn your front yard into a graveyard? Use these fun tips to make it […]