Christmas Rice Crispy Wreaths Recipe / DIY ~ Family Fun!

12/06/2013 6:00 pm · 0 comments

by Ingard

Final ShotChristmas is such a great time of year to make Yummy treats!
My husbands favorites are Rice Crispy Treat,
Here is a fun way to transform them into something FUN!

Ingredientspicmonkey

INGREDIENTS:
1 bag of 12 ounce marshmallows
8 cups of Rice Crispies
½ cup of butter (1 stick)
Green Food Coloring
NEED: 
Wax Paper
Large Pot
Bowl of Water
Wooden Spoon

Marshmallows picmonkey
Put the butter and marshmallows in a large pot.
Turn on the stove to medium heat.  
Melt the marshmallows until smooth.

Food Coloring picmonkeyAdd 10-15 drops of food coloring. (Depending on how dark of green you want)
Stir the coloring into the melted marshmallows.
Take marshmallows mixture of the heat.
Pour in the Rice Crispies and Stir until marshmallows cover the rice crispies.

Bowl of Water-picmonkey
Wet your hands in the water.

Rice crispy ballsTake a ball of marshmallows out of the pot with your wet hands.
Form the ball tightly 
Put on the wax paper.
Wreath picmonkeyForm the ball into a wreath.

add M&Mpicmonkey

Add the M & M’s (purchased with a coupon) while the marshmallows are still warm.
Group of crispies

 Let cool and ENJOY!  

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ELF ON THE SHELF IDEAS ~ EASY IDEAS FOR ELF ON THE SHELF, DAY SIX

12/06/2013 4:57 pm · 0 comments

by Sarah A Thrifty Mom

 

23 Elf On the Shelf Ideas

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Today my kids found our silly Elf on the Shelf  hanging from the bathroom mirror with the girls flower clips stuck to his head.  He had two stuck to his hands as well.  My girls think he looks like a cheerleader today LOL.

Day 6 ~ Hanging upside down from the bathroom mirror with a long line of flower clips stuck to his hat.

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 Day 5 ~ Found him inside a water bottle, and we found his  magic trick of how he got inside.

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Day 3 ~  Climbed inside a box of Rice Krispies to hang out with Snap, Crackle and Pop

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DAY 2 ~ Our Elf was caught in the candy jar

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Day 1- Just hanging out on the lights waiting for the kids to find him. 

Do you have an Elf on the Shelf at your house? We started the tradition last year and my kids love it, here are 23 Elf On the Shelf Ideas.

Still time to grab your own Elf On The Shelf if you would like to start this tradition as well.

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Prang Colored Pencils Coupon ~ Great Stocking Stuffer for Artists!

12/06/2013 4:00 pm · 0 comments

by Katie

Prang Colored Pencils

Prang Colored PencilsPrang Thick Core Colored Pencil Set, 3.3 Millimeter Cores, 7 Inch Length, 50 Pencils, Assorted Colors (22480) 

$8.65 (normally $12.98) But right now there’s a 15% off coupon available. You can “clip” it on the product page or here. Makes these awesome Prang Colored Pencils just $7.35. This ships free with orders over $35 or Prime.

  • Smooth cores for vivid, blendable color
  • Pre-sharpened and ready to use
  • Great for teachers, students, and artists
  • PMA and AP certified non-toxic

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$1.97 (normally $3.70) Use the available 15% off coupon. You can “clip” it on the product page or here. Makes these awesome Prang Colored Pencils just $1.67. This ships free with orders over $35 or Prime.

Product Details: Great art starts with great products.  Prang Colored Pencil Sets feature colored pencils with smooth cores for vivid, blendable color laydown. These quality colored pencils are manufactured using only the finest materials. Cased in real wood, colored pencils are PMA and AP certified non-toxic and come pre-sharpened and ready-to-use. Millions of teachers, students and consumers see, use, or buy Prang art supplies, art markers, crayons, colored and drawing pencils and much more every day. Be bold, color your world, and discover Prang power.

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Christmas Gift Ideas for your CAT ~ Calling all crazy cat ladies

12/06/2013 3:00 pm · 0 comments

by Sarah A Thrifty Mom

gift ideas for you cat for Christmas, stocking, toys and everything you need to make your little fur ball happy

Do you have a fur ball that rules your house?  I can joke about being a CRAZY CAT LADY because we own two cats of our own, I might not be their biggest fan BUT my husband and children LOVE them beyond words and they are both spoiled rotten. So maybe I should change that to calling all crazy cat MEN lol.

Do you buy your cats Christmas gifts? If you so here are a few ideas. gift ideas for you cat for Christmas, stockingPets Christmas Stocking Dog or Cat Your Choice Dog 81% off priced at $2.49 (was $12.99) plus $4.99 shipping

  • Soft felt Christmas stocking
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KONG Cat Cozie Kickeroo Catnip Toy (Assorted) $4.87  add another item get to the $35 mark at checkout and click the FREE super saver shipping link.

  • Premium North American catnip
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  • Your cat will love you for it!

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  • Interactive toy
  • fun for cats to chase
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  • Measures approximately 2.5-Inch in length

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Petstages Kitty Cuddle Pal Cat Toy $5,99 (was ($9.49) ships free with prime or add another item get to the $35 mark at checkout and click the FREE super saver shipping link.  This item will be back in stock on the 8th but you can order it now.

  • Buckwheat packet inside can be micro-waved to provide warmth
  • Soft, cozy shape can be cuddled for comfort when sleeping or stressed
  • Plush shell is machine washable
  • Great to calm cats of any age!

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  • A great gift idea
  • Toys in a variety of style
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Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken and Bean Chowder Recipe ~ Made With Dry Beans

12/06/2013 2:00 pm · 0 comments

by Sarah A Thrifty Mom

Cheesey Chicken and Bean Chowder, made in the slow cooker with dry Hurst Ham Been Beans. jpgSlow Cooker Cheesy Chicken and Bean Chowder Recipe ~ Made With Dry Beans

Recipe yields 13 cups

For this recipe you will need

15 minutes before serving add

  • 2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican style blend)
  • 1- 7 oz can Salsa Verde (found in the Mexican food section of the grocery store)
  • 1- 15 oz can of whole kernel sweet corn (drained)
  • dash of hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • salt and pepper to taste (it might need a little more salt than a normal dish, but do not add it till the end to prevent the beans for getting hard)

Sort  and rinse your beans to make sure there are no stones. In your Slow Cooker add your dry HamBeens Bacon and Beans, onions, garlic, cumin, frozen chicken, water and bouillon.

Put lid on slow cooker and cook on high for 4-5 hours (or low for 8-9 hours).  About 15-30 minutes before you serve it take the chicken out and shred it, and put back into the crock pot.  Add the Salsa Verde, sweet corn dash of hot sauce, chopped cilantro, green onions, salt and pepper to taste.

Please note I only used half a bag of beans, to double this recipe you could make the whole bag.  But half the bag was plenty for my families needs.  Made 11 cups of soup.Cheesey Chicken and Bean Chowder, made in the slow cooker with dry Hurst Ham Been Beans, quick and easy. jpg

I am proud to be working with the Hurst’s HamBeens company to bring you these recipes, recipe and opinions are my own. Sponsored post. 

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Gifts for Tea Drinkers ~ Teavana Gift Set, Infusers, Teavana Portable Tea Carafe

12/06/2013 1:00 pm · 0 comments

by Katie

Gifts for Tea DrinkersThese are great gifts for tea drinkers, whether they are aficionados or just enjoy the casual cup of tea!

Teavana tea samplerTeavana Tea Sampler Gift Set – new & updated $69.95 shipped free!

  • One of our most popular gift items that includes everything needed to create a perfect cup of tea!
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  • Four of our most popular teas included are MateVana tea, Strawberry Lemonade herbal tea, Sakura (cherry) Allure green tea and Rooibos Chai tea
  • This special gift set makes over 60 cups of tea and is dressed to impress in a copper gift box adorned with our logo
  • Excellent for the tea lover in your life, whether they are a beginner or connoisseur

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  • Contents: 1 Silicone tea infuser with lid (Random Color). You may receive either Red, Yellow or Orange. Due to manufacturer packaging we are unable to guarantee the color you will receive.
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  • Tea enthusiasts and novice drinkers alike will enjoy this cheerful infuser set

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  • Portable iced tea carafe
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  • Take your tea wherever you go this summer
  • Holds 32oz

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  • Brew your loose leaf tea with ease
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  • Comes with a hook to hang on teapots
  • Stainless-steel construction
  • 2-inch diameter

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