First, let me say I know coffee pretty well. In fact, I was a barista at Starbucks for several years. In addition to that, my husband is an Italian who naturally longs for the perfect espresso, macchiato, and cappuccino. He takes joy not in just consuming caffeine but also in the crema and flavor of the perfect espresso shot. He researched the best semi-automatic espresso … [Read more...] about Breville Barista Express Review [2020]
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Kitchen Update Ideas: Low Cost, Big Impact Upgrades
The kitchen is the heart of your home: it’s where you cook, throw dinner parties, roast the Thanksgiving turkey, and where your kids gather for after school snacks. Since it’s such an important part of the house, the right kitchen update ideas can really make a big impact on your enjoyment of the space. According to Nerd Wallet, "A small kitchen remodel project can be a great … [Read more...] about Kitchen Update Ideas: Low Cost, Big Impact Upgrades
Want Kid And Pet Friendly Rugs? Try These Machine Washable Area Rugs
As a mom, we have a never ending struggle of trying to keep the floors clean for our children who spend a fair amount of time rolling around on them. If you have pets, you can just triple the effort! My family has two kids, a dog, and a cat so it is all out war 2 to 3 times a week to keep the floors clean. I just discovered really fabulous kid and pet friendly rugs that you can … [Read more...] about Want Kid And Pet Friendly Rugs? Try These Machine Washable Area Rugs
Important Tips On Kitchen Safety For Kids (Especially During The Holidays)
Your kitchen may well be the center of the family home but it can also be a danger zone as far as young children and toddlers are concerned. Here are few helpful tips make your kitchen child-friendly and you help practice kitchen safety for kids. This post is brought to you by Potsafe, a kitchen safety accessory. All opinions expressed are my own. Kitchen Safety For Kids: Tips … [Read more...] about Important Tips On Kitchen Safety For Kids (Especially During The Holidays)
Make Your Own Kitchen Island Out Of An Old Coffee Table
This is a great upcycle project that will help you make your own kitchen island out of an old coffee table or entertainment center. Paige Hemmis first shared this project on Home & Family which airs weekdays at 10 am ET/PT on Hallmark Channel. I received permission to share this useful diy kitchen island project with you here. Make Your Own Kitchen Island Photo Credit: … [Read more...] about Make Your Own Kitchen Island Out Of An Old Coffee Table
FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealing System Review and Tips For Use
Food waste is a huge area of opportunity in the United States. According to Fox News, "The average American family of four tosses over 1,160 pounds of food a year -- from scraps, to spills and spoilage." I am always looking for ways to cut back on waste myself so when I was given the opportunity to work with FoodSaver® brand, I was excited! I will share with you my review of … [Read more...] about FoodSaver® Vacuum Sealing System Review and Tips For Use
How to Install Cabinet Hardware
Whether it's a graduation open house, an upcoming family reunion, or just the beautiful weather it seems that this time of year brings home improvement projects for many. There are a few things that really make a big impact for little money. One is painting the walls in your home. The other is adding or updating the knobs and pulls on your kitchen or bathroom cabinets. It … [Read more...] about How to Install Cabinet Hardware