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decorating · January 13, 2015

Easy, Custom “Hello” Banner!

I love seasonal decor, but I also love creating decor that can stay up all year 'round! I’m at CHA right now (It’s the Craft and Hobby Association trade show) with Pebbles in my Pocket premiering my new Home + Made “Cottage Living” line of papers and embellishments for home decor! This fun ...

decorating · January 12, 2015

Wood Block Gift Idea!

I'm at CHA right now (It's the Craft and Hobby Association trade show) with Pebbles in my Pocket premiering my new Home + Made "Cottage Living" line of papers and embellishments for home decor! A photo posted by Tatertots & Jello (@tatertotsandjello) on Jan 11, 2015 at 12:39pm ...

featuring you, recipes, your ideas · January 11, 2015

Great Ideas — 20 Healthy Recipes!

Why does my cold-weather come at the same time as my resolution to eat better? So I LOVED these great ideas ... check out these 20 Healthy Recipes! Baked Honey Crisp Apple Chips @ This Silly Girl's Life Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad @ Hello Little Home Feta, Chickpea, ...

featuring you, giveaways, weekend Wrap Up Party, your ideas · January 9, 2015

Link Party Palooza — and “New You” Essential Oils Giveaway!

It's Friday!! Welcome back to the ... We've combined the popular parties at I Heart Nap Time, Lil' Luna, Somewhat Simple, Tatertots & Jello and Today's Creative Blog to make a giant link party. You'll only have to link up once to to be listed on all five sites, and each of us will choose our ...

new years · January 9, 2015

How to Start Running When You Don’t Think You Like It [New Year, New You]

It's not easy to start running - and get moving -- when you don't really like running. And it seems kind of hard to get started with any exercise program, but especially running, I think. A photo posted by Tatertots & Jello (@tatertotsandjello) on Aug 20, 2014 at 12:34pm PDT So, ...

decorating, valentines day · January 9, 2015

Easy Valentine’s Day Pallet Rope Light Heart!

While I'm a big fan of the big projects, like a permanent, wood-backed marquee heart, I also like fairly quick and easy proejcts. This Lowe's-sponsored #LowesCreator project goes pretty quickly and is fairly inexpensive ... and it looks great on the #1905Cottage porch! You'll love this Easy ...

1905 Cottage, decorating, diy · January 8, 2015

Winter Decorating with Snowflakes at the 1905 Cottage!

I always get a little sad as I take down the Christmas decorations. It seems so bare. And sometimes it seems a little early to put Valentine's decorations up. And my awesome neighbor Amy Dott and I have been working on some projects together. Here's one that we thought was fun -- January ...

recipes · January 7, 2015

Recipe: Grandma’s Polish Pierogis!

The older I get, the more family and traditions mean to me. One of my favorite memories growing up was watching my grandma make Polish Pierogi dumplings for important occasions. She was a tiny redhead with a huge personality. So it makes me happy to make Pierogis for my kids and tell them ...

diy, Favorite Things · January 6, 2015

My 12 Favorite DIY Projects from 2014!

One of my favorite things to do over the holidays is to look back at the fun projects from the past year! Today I wanted to share with you my favorite 12 projects I shared in 2014 ... so fun! Guest Bedroom Redo - Reveal (And all the details are in this post) 1905 ...

family, Favorite Things, free printables · January 5, 2015

Paddington-Inspired Family “Gratefulness” Free Printables!

Do your kids like Paddington Bear? Inspired by the new Paddington movie arriving in theaters this month, I've created something to help teach our families! Paddington Bear is one of our favorite story characters. I remember reading the stories when I was younger, and my kids have loved to ...

diy, featuring you, your ideas · January 4, 2015

Great Ideas — 16 Winter DIY Projects!

You all know I love a good DIY project -- and there are great ideas for every season! So check out these 16 Winter DIY Projects and get inspired! Ikea Dresser to TV Stand @ The Crazy Craft Lady Paper Whites in Jars @ Homework Frosty Twig Wreath @ Thistlewood ...

diy, featuring you, giveaways, link party palooza, weekend Wrap Up Party, your ideas · January 2, 2015

Link Party Palooza — and “New You” Essential Oils Giveaway!

It's Friday!! Welcome back to the ... We've combined the popular parties at I Heart Nap Time, Lil' Luna, Somewhat Simple, Tatertots & Jello and Today's Creative Blog to make a giant link party. You'll only have to link up once to to be listed on all five sites, and each of us will choose our ...

new years · January 1, 2015

New Year, New You: Being Happy & Healthy in 2015!

I've been concentrating on being happier and healthier in 2014 -- and in 2015 I'm committed to be even better at it. I've been inspired by so many of you who have made the same resolutions for 2015! In 2015, it's time for a new year - and a new you! To help us all get inspired, I'm kicking off a ...

diy, guest tutorials, HAPPY Holidays, holiday, new years, new years eve, party · December 30, 2014

HAPPY Holidays: Simple New Year’s Eve Party Favor

Hi Tatertots & Jello fans! My name is Tauni and I am excited to be over to share a super simple New Year's Eve party favor that you can still put together before the holiday! I know a lot of people love going out on the town New Year's Eve. While I love the IDEA of hitting up a party or two, ...

recipes · December 30, 2014

Individual Italian Seven-Layer Dip – Favorite NYE Recipe!

One of my favorite New Year's Eve recipes is Italian Seven-Layer Dip! This year, I decided to mix it up a bit and make individual dip servings (large ones!) in glasses - wide enough for dipping. I love the look because you can see the individual layers as you dip ... no more scooping it out ...