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Selecting Fabric for Your Home Decor

May 18, 2017

It is amazing how much color and creativity can be brought into your home and enhance the atmosphere with just the use of beautiful fabric. You can use gorgeous materials in any room as well as outside, and it doesn’t matter whether your theme is modern or traditional. It is easy to mix and match […]

How to Select Your Tea for Summer

May 17, 2017

Let’s talk tea! It’s one of my favorite subjects. There are so many options to choose from, and my tea preferences change with the seasons. Because of this, it helps to know how to select your tea for summer. I recently received a lovely variety of blends from Adagio Teas and it gave me the […]

Award-Winning Match: G.H. Cretors and Family Movie Night

May 16, 2017

Did you know nearly 70% of popcorn is eaten at home?  We’re definitely contributing to that statistic as popcorn is our favorite family movie night snack!  Thanks to G.H. Cretors, who sent us a lovely complementary home movie night kit for review,  we’re sharing our obsession with artisanal popcorn! We love popcorn, but honestly, not […]

CARS 3 – The Story of the Story!

May 15, 2017

Do you ever wonder how stories are developed for a film?  Me, too!  Often, there’s so much that goes into the script-writing process that we never see or hear about.  All of these delicious details can truly enhance your film-viewing experience, though.  It’s one of the reason I truly love “extras” that are released with […]

Wimp Yourself! Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Giveaway!

May 12, 2017

My sons have always loved the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” book series and we’re so thrilled to see a new film coming to theaters this month- DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LONG HAUL (in theaters May 19!)  Thanks to our partnership with 20th Century Fox, we have information on how to “Wimp Yourself” to create your […]

Should You Buy Your Household Items in Bulk? #DetailsMatter

May 12, 2017

For many families, purchasing items in bulk is the best way to go.  You save money, time and can enjoy a more stress-free summer by always having your everyday necessities on hand! As a Smiley360 blogger, I’m working with Costco and P&G to share my favorite household products and how buying my household items in bulk helps […]

Practical Ways to Help an Adult Child Purchase and Settle Into His or Her First Home

May 11, 2017

Being a parent means you get to be involved in many milestones associated with your kids. From first steps to a driver’s license and graduating from college, these are just some of the events you get to proudly experience as your they progress through life. If you’ve reached the point where one of your adult […]

Discover Pixar In A Box | Cars 3 Event

May 10, 2017

Have you heard about Pixar In A Box? I hadn’t either but I’m so glad I discovered this program during my visit to Pixar Animation Studios.  This visit was part of an all-expense paid press trip centered on insights and a celebration of the upcoming CARS 3 film (in theaters June 16th.) During our visit to […]

Discover Pixar In A Box | Cars 3 Event

May 10, 2017

Have you heard about Pixar In A Box? I hadn’t either but I’m so glad I discovered this program during my visit to Pixar Animation Studios.  This visit was part of an all-expense paid press trip centered on insights and a celebration of the upcoming CARS 3 film (in theaters June 16th.) During our visit to […]

Mother's Day DIY Pashmina Scarf Idea

May 9, 2017

Shopping at Cost Plus World Market always inspires me to add new ideas, colors, foods and fashions to my life and home.  In partnership with Cost Plus World Market, I loved having the chance to share this creative energy with customers by leading a DIY Pashmina Scarf Workshop in the store (on May 6.) We had a […]

Mother’s Day DIY Pashmina Scarf Idea

May 9, 2017

Shopping at Cost Plus World Market always inspires me to add new ideas, colors, foods and fashions to my life and home.  In partnership with Cost Plus World Market, I loved having the chance to share this creative energy with customers by leading a DIY Pashmina Scarf Workshop in the store (on May 6.) We had a […]

DIY Fairy Garden Tea Pot and Garden Party Ideas

May 5, 2017

One of my favorite ways to celebrate Spring is with a Garden Tea Party! Tea, friends, my garden…does it get any better?  Thanks to our partnership with Oriental Trading, I’m sharing tips for creating a lovely garden tea party and a fun DIY Fairy Garden Tea Pot craft… read on for inspiration! Garden Tea Parties […]