Turkey Fruit Platter

Okay, how adorable is this little fruit turkey from The First Year?! He'd be the hit of your Thanksgiving festivities - almost too cute to eat.

 

See the Turkey Fruit Platter.

16 Mouth-Watering Smoothie Recipes

 

I have been craving smoothies the last week or so (and bribing my son to drink them too). They're so cool and refreshing on a hot summer day, and much healthier than ice cream! So I thought I'd share with you some smoothie recipes that I'm dying to try.

Clean Eating Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal Smoothie | The Gracious Pantry

Post-run Smoothie | Fit Sugar

Cinnamon Bun Breakfast Smoothie | Cooking Classy

Oatmeal Cookie Dough Smoothie | Running with Spoons

 

 

 Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie | Sally's Baking Addiction

Chocolate Avocado Smoothie | Texanerin

Chocolate Almond Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie | Something Swanky

Orange Creamsicle Smoothie | Sally's Baking Addiction

 

 

 

Raspberry Banana Avocado Smoothie | Texanerin

Berrylicious Rainbow Smoothie | Heather Cristo

Blueberry Pomegranate Smoothie | Love Grows Wild

Berry Mango Smoothie | Hott Mama in the City

 

 

 

Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie | Raining Hot Coupons

 Sunrise Smoothie | Iowa Girl Eats

Very Berry Smoothie | Budget Savvy Diva

Tropical Mango Pineapple Smoothie | Natasha's Kitchen

 

 There you have it. 16 smoothie recipes that I can't wait to try! Do you have a tried and true recipe for a smoothie that you love? Or any tips for making them? I'd love to hear your ideas!!!

 

How to Make Strawberry Roses





Spend with Pennies has an easy tutorial for making these super cute, super delicious strawberry roses. These are perfect for Valentines, bridal showers, or any other special occasion.

 

See How to Make Strawberry Roses.



Roundup of 40 Independence Day Projects

1. Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Drink from Mel's Kitchen Café
2. Cookie Cutter Fruit Salad from Wit & Whistle
3. Tin Can Luminaries from Crafts for All Seasons
4. Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes from Tidy Mom
5. Shooting Star Wreath from Jade Louise Designs

6. Bib Style Necklace from Oksana Likes It
7. 4th of July Blocks from Next 2 Nothing Crafts
8. 4th of July Tablescape from The Pink Lab
9. 4th of July Cupcakes in a Jar from Tomkat Studio
10. 4th of July Word Art from The Crafting Chicks

11. 4th of July Necklace & Headband from My Cup Runneth Over
12. DIY Star Sign from Craftaholics Anonymous
13. Chocolate Dipped Oreo American Flag from The Pink Flour
14. Beadboard Flags from Get Your Crap Together
15. 4th of July Printable from It Freezes Beautifully

16. Faux Wood Pallet Flag from Saved By Love Creations
17. Felt American Flag Cushion from Twigg Studios
18. Firecracker Cookies from Lizard & Ladybug
19. Cupcake Pick 4th of July Wreath from Mom Advice
20. Red, White, and Blue Firecracker Marshmallows from Just Us Four
21. Framed Fabric USA Map from Tatertots & Jello

22. Flag Kabobs from Lucille Roberts
23. Land of Liberty Framed Vinyl from Occasionally Crafty
24. Mason Jar Lanterns from The Happy Scraps
25. Paper Medallion Patriotic Candy Jar from I Dig Pinterest & I Did it Too
26. Clothespin Flag Wreath from Cat's Craft Room
27. Painted Burlap USA from Domestically Speaking
28. Patriotic Wood Shim and Starfish Flag from Craftiments
29. Burlap American Flag Frame from A Pumpkin and a Princess

30. Patriotic Bandana Tablecloth from Me and My Insanity
31. Patriotic Flag Banner from Sweet Pea
32. Patriotic Doily Banner from The Scrap Shoppe
33. Patriotic Cheesecake Parfaits from Becoming Martha
34. Patriotic Fruit Ice Cubes from Posed Perfection
35. Patriotic Tin Cans from Blissful Roots

36. Pledge of Allegiance Canvas Flag from A Little Tipsy
37. DIY Small Firecracker Decorations from 2 Crafty 4 My Skirt
38. Stars and Stripes Oreo Bark from Pink Cake Plate
39. Patriotic Rag Wreath from Oh So Crafty Life
40. Red, White, and Blue Cookie Cups from Shaken Together



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Frozen Banana Bites

 

Need a quick and cool snack? Try these Frozen Banana Bites from Shy By Design. I made some last night and they were a huge hit!

See Frozen Banana Bites.