As a creative-type designer-ish blogger, I’ve been known to move junk out of the background before I take a picture. I do this so you won’t be distracted by my cat litter instead of what I’m trying to convey. It’s really not that I’m trying to be deceitful or make you think that we keep a perfectly clean house (I wrote a whole post on this topic here). BUT, there are certain things I just won’t ... [ Read More ]
A little addition to the big-girl room!
Good morning friends! Did you have a wonderful Christmas? The girls weren’t really sure what was going on, but once they got to opening presents, they were definitely on-board with the whole Christmas thing. I think they’ll understand the magic of Christmas (and the true meaning) better next year. But we had a great day being home with our little family and making memories with the ... [ Read More ]
Recipe for THE MOST PERFECT Christmas Sugar Cookies
Oh boy to I have a Christmas treat for YOU! These Christmas Sugar Cookies turn out perfect every time. I got this recipe for cut out sugar cookies from my friend Alisa, and I'll never use another recipe! They are soft, thick, and don't lose their shape when baking! *This post contains affiliate links* This is one of those no-fail Christmas cutouts recipe’s that NAILS IT every time. Whip up a ... [ Read More ]
Recipe for Red Velvet Brownies
Hi! It’s Meghan back from Cupcakes with Sprinkles!! I'm excited for Christmas and I think these red velvet brownies are so festive, mainly because they're RED! But I love me some red velvet so any excuse really. These are sweet, rich, and chewy. Perfect for neighbor holiday treats or for that Christmas party you're excited about! Get ready cause its so easy... We don't need a lot, so gather ... [ Read More ]
DIY Industrial Christmas Tree Ornament
You may have guessed from our last post that we’re definitely in the holiday spirit! So when Lowes challenged us to create a DIY ornament... it felt fitting that it should have an serious industrial feel, while still being festive and cheerful! So today we’re going to show you how to create your own little industrial tree ornament using very basic hardware and wood! All we ... [ Read More ]
Red Velvet Cake Recipe
Hey, its Meghan from Cupcakes With Sprinkles! This moist, crumbly, sweet red velvet cake recipe is amaaazing. And fairly simple! Ready, here we go! Gather all the things we'll need... In a medium bowl, whisk your eggs... Add in the rest of the wet ingredients... And whisk until combined... In a separate bowl combine the dry ... [ Read More ]
The Christmas Tree… It’s DECORATED!
It occurred to me that I probably ought to write a follow up post, describing the outcome of our Christmas tree ‘allergy’ dilemma. I wasn’t sure what we were going to do… and many of you made some very nice suggestions. It was touch-and-go there for awhile. It sat empty for several days while I pouted, sneezed, and itched. I was pretty miserable, both literally and figuratively. But I had the ... [ Read More ]
Recipe for Homemade Peppermint Patties!!
Hey guys! Meghan here, from Cupcakes with Sprinkles! As soon as I start thinking about Christmas certain things come to mind, putting up the tree, lights on the house, shopping, gingerbread houses, and peppermint. Peppermint is the taste of the season for me. I think I have so many pepperminty things in the month of December it lasts me all year. Today I am sharing one of my favorite peppermint ... [ Read More ]