macy.blackwell

DIY Fall Candle Holders!🎃🍂 These turned out so gorgeous, and I got all the supplies from Amazon! A beautiful centerpiece or pop of fall to any space in your home! 1. Hot glue floral foam discs onto candle holders. 2. Add a pumpkin to the top. (If unlit, you can hot glue the pumpkin. Since mine requires batteries in the bottom I just placed mine on top.) 3. Insert fall floral picks until full! #falldecor #fallhomedecor #falldiy

Pumpkin Arch🎃Spooky Trees Tutorial!🦇 Now's the time to start planning and prepping your Halloween porch! Here's how we did this! 1. Lots of faux pumpkins! Start buying them now! Need to be hollow craft pumpkins, I did various sizes and shapes! 2. A few weeks out, start carving the faces! This is tedious, so give yourself a few days and some extra hands! 3. Every porch is different, but for this one a PVC pipe base worked perfectly for securing the horizontal row of pumpkins. (Also perfect is you don't have thin enough columns or no columns at all) 4. Make 2 slits on the back of each pumpkin (horizontally) and one in the center that is just big enough to fit a C9 light. 5. Take a xl zip tie, and feed it through the 2 slits. Secure onto column or pvc base. 6. Keep stacking pumpkins on top of each other. 7. When you get to the horizontal stretch, those slits will be up and down, and you will attach the zip ties vertically onto the base. Tighten super tight so they don't droop. 8. Fill in any bare spaces with spooky black leaves or fall leaves 9. Insert C9 Christmas lights into each hole on the back of each pumpkin. 10. For the spooky trees, we took gnarly looking limbs from our backyard and spray painted them back. 11. We then wrapped them with lights, and I hung some mini craft pumpkin jackolanterns with fishing wire. We secured them to the ground with Christmas tree stands! When we originally did this is 2021, we had no idea it would be such a hit! It's funny to think when we were first trying to figure it out that we started by hot gluing the pumpkins together but quickly realized the whole thing was crumbling apart. Cory is the one who thought of the zip ties for everything, and even through all kinds of weather, the arch and trees never fell!! I tried to be a little more detailed in sharing everything this year, let me know if I left anything out! So ready for spooky season this year!!! #halloweenporch #pumpkinarch #jackolanternarch #halloweendecor #decoratewithme

Pasta Bar! 🍝🥗🥖A fun dinner idea for summer nights! When I was a kid a local restaurant would have a pasta bar once a week, and I wanted to recreate it at home! Also great for summer gatherings, and you'll have leftovers to eat on all week! Here's what we used: Pasta: Spaghetti, Rigatoni, Penne Meat: Meatballs & Shrimp Sauce: Marinara, Alfredo, Spicy Vodka Toppings: Shredded Parm, Grated Parm, Red Pepper Flakes Sides: Cesar Salad, Garlic Bread, Breadsticks #summerideas #DinnerIdeas #summerdinner #pastabar #FamilyFun

The magic of Disney’s Dole Whip at home!🍍🧚🏻 I was shocked how well this machine works and can’t wait to do more drinks and treats all summer long! 3 cups pineapple juice + 1 packet dream whip (We doubled the recipe here) Ninja slushi linked in my LTK! #dolewhip #EasyRecipes #summerrecipes #ninjaslushi

DIY GIANT Snake!🐍 Cheap and easy oversized Halloween decor for your yard! Here's what we used: - large trash bags - polyfil (stuffed inside bags) - duct tape - construction paper for eyes and tongue 1. Cut the bottoms out of trash bags (We used 6 42-gallon bags (Leaving the ends without cutting anything for the head and tall) 2. Stuff with polyfil. Super lightweight and cheap. We didn't even use 1 box. We got it at Micheal's. 3. Duct tape the bags together to look like stripes. 4. Add eyes and tongue. 5. We secured ours to the tree with bungee cords! #halloweenideas #halloweendecor #halloweendecorating

Chili Pot Pies!😋 w/ Cornbread Topping!🍂 Soup season let's goooo! The most fun and satisfying way to eat chill! So fun to break it open and enjoy all the deliciousness! Only a few ingredients! 🎃Bowls from The Pioneer Woman collection, but this years haven’t been released yet! Linked similar in my LTK! Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1 can kidney beans 1 can tomato sauce 1 packet chili seasoning 1 box jiffy cornbread mix (+ ingredients) Toppings: sour cream, cheese, green onion Directions: 1. Brown and drain ground beef. Add kidney beans, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning. Simmer for 20 minutes. 2. Spoon into oven safe bowls. (2/3 full) 3. Prepare cornbread mix. Spoon over the top of chili. 4. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes or until golden brown. 5. Serve with favorite chili toppings! #soupseason #chili #cornbread #EasyRecipes #weeknightmeals #DinnerIdeas #fallrecipes

DIY Faux Caramel Apples!🍎🍂 I almost bought some on Etsy, but then realized I could probably just make them myself! Super easy and look realistic and delicious! All the Amazon supplies liked in my LTK! 1. Remove stems and insert a dowel into each apple. 2. Mix half parts mod podge and caramel colored paint. Dip apples most of the way into the paint. 3. Sprinkle on corn cob or faux sprinkles while still wet. Let dry completely #falldiy #fallhomedecor #falldecor #halloweendecor

* 8 uncooked lasagna noodles * 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese * 1 cup ricotta cheese * 3 cups mozzarella (divided) * 2 cups chicken (I used rotisserie) shredded * 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning * 15 oz jar Alfredo sauce (divided) * Salt & pepper to taste Directions: 1. Boil lasagna noodles until al dente. Lay out on parchment paper and let cool. Dry off any extra water. 2. In a large bowl mix together ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella, Parmesan, 1/2 of the alfredo sauce, and Italian seasoning. Add in chicken and stir until combined. 3. Spread mixture evenly onto noodles and roll up. 4. Place each roll seam side down into a sprayed casserole dish. 5. Pour over remaining Alfredo sauce, and top with remaining mozzarella cheese. 6. Bake on 375 for 20 minutes! #EasyRecipes #familydinner #weeknightmeals

Lazy Chicken Parm Bake!🍝 A dinner my whole family loved!🙌🏻 Cheap, easy, and only a few ingredients! Ingredients: 1 box spaghetti 2 (24oz jars pasta sauce) 3 cups shredded mozzarella 1/2 cup grated Parmesan 8 frozen chicken patties (Optional seasonings: salt, pepper, Italian) Directions: 1. Cook and drain spaghetti. Mix with a jar and a half of pasta sauce and 2 cups of mozzarella cheese. (Season with seasonings to taste) Pour into a sprayed casserole dish. 2. Top pasta with frozen chicken patties. Bake for 20 minutes on 375. 3. Remove from oven, and top chicken with remaining pasta sauce. 4. Sprinkle over remaining cheeses and bake for an additional 15 minutes before serving. #EasyRecipes #easydinners #lazydinners #familydinner #weeknightmeals

Easy Ghost Art!👻 Perfect to do with the kids too! Just a few supplies needed! 1. Using a spoon, add white spackle onto a canvas in the shape of a ghost. Add as many ghosts as you’d like. 2. Use a small paint brush and black paint to add eyes on each ghost. 3. Let dry, and then display! #halloweendiy #halloweendecor

Bacon Tortellini Alfredo!🥓 10/10 delicious, easy weeknight meal that was picky-eater approved!! I think we all had to get seconds of this! Ingredients: 18 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated package) 6 strips bacon (cut into small pieces) 1 clove minced garlic 1/4 cup chicken broth 1 cup heavy whipping cream 4 oz cream cheese 1 cup parmesan cheese Salt & Pepper Directions: 1. Cook the bacon pieces in a large pan until done. Set aside and drain almost all of the grease. 2. Add garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese to the pan. Stir together on low heat. 3. Cook the tortellini in a different salted pot while stirring together the sauce. (Only a few minutes) 4. Add the Parmesan and bacon to the sauce pan. Stir to combine. 5. Drain tortellini and toss into the pan. Mix till combined. 6. Season with salt and pepper #weeknightmeals #EasyRecipes #weeknightdinner #schoolnights #easydinner #familydinner

Squirt Gun Tie Dye T-shirts!🔫✌🏼🎨 A fun summer activity to do with the kids that will keep them outside, and they have their own creation to wear all summer long!🩵 Linked supplies in my LTK! #summerfun #summeractivites #amazondiy #FamilyFun

Creamy Crab Salad!🦀🌽 Love a good summer salad! This one has tons of creamy flavor, filling, and stays good for days so you can eat on it all week! Using the recipe from @lordbyronskitchen * 2 pounds imitation crab * 1 cup canned corn (drained) * 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese * 1/2 cup mayonnaise * 1 tablespoon grainy mustard * 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives * 1 teaspoon ground black pepper * 1 teaspoon celery salt * 1 teaspoon onion powder * 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder * 1/4 teaspoon salt Optional: sprinkle of old bay seasoning Directions: 1. Add the mayonnaise, grainy mustard, chives, ground black pepper, celery salt, onion powder, and garlic powder to a bowl. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
 2. Flake the imitation crab into a large bowl. 
 3. Add the cheese and corn to the bowl with the crab.
 4. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the crab, cheese, and corn. Toss gently and coat evenly.
 5. Taste and season with salt if needed.
 6. Transfer to a container with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
 7. Creamy Crab Salad can be safely stored in the fridge for three days.
 #EasyRecipes #summerrecipes #summersalads

Caramel Apple Bites!🍎🍂 So ready for fun fall recipes, and these were perfect for our afternoon snack! Only 3 ingredients! Ingredients: 28 square pretzels 28 caramels (unwrapped) 2-3 honey crisp apples (cubed) Directions: 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and line up pretzels. 2. Unwrap caramels, and place one on each pretzel. 3. Place in oven for 5-6 minutes on 250 degrees. 4. While baking, chop apples into bite size cubes. 5. Remove baking sheet from oven, press an apple into each melted caramel. Secure with a toothpick. #EasyRecipes #fallrecipes #caramelapple #3ingredients

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Cheesy Meatball Stuffed Shells!😋 A deliciously easy weeknight meal! Ingredients: Jumbo pasta shells (cooked and drained) 15 oz ricotta cheese 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Pinch of salt Italian meatballs (cooked) - I just buy frozen 1 jar marinara sauce 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1. Cook and drain pasta shells. Lay onto wax paper sheet. 2. In a bowl mix together ricotta, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt. Add a spoonful into each pasta shell. 3. Add a cooked meatball into each shell. 4. Pour marinara sauce into the bottom of a casserole dish. 5. Add pasta sheets on top of marinara. 6. Sprinkle cheese over everything. 7. Bake at 250 for 15-20 minutes or until hot and melty. #EasyRecipes #weeknightmeals

Fall kitchen coziness!🥧🍂 So many cute and functional amazon finds that make this space so much fun to cook in! #fallkitchen #fallcooking #falldecor

King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish!😋 So easy, delicious, and perfect for a quick brunch!☀️ Just a few simple ingredients, most you probably already have in your kitchen! Ingredients: 12 pack kings Hawaiian rolls 1/2 cup butter (melted) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 6 oz Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake 1 cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Directions: 1. Add 2 tablespoons melted butter to the bottom of a casserole dish. 2. Cut a little hole into each roll and place into the buttered pan. 3. Mix together remaining melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon into a small bowl and brush over rolls. 4. Bake for 10-12 minutes on 375 and let cool a bit. 5. Once cooled down, fill the whole with the cheesecake filling. 6. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla into a small bowl. Pour glaze over rolls. #EasyRecipes #brunch #breakfast #kingshawaiian

Mac & Cheese Soup!🧀 Combining the two best things: soup season and cheesy macaroni! This will be a family favorite! Used the recipe from @thecheeseknees Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided) 1/4 yellow onion (minced) 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups heavy cream 1 teaspoon hot sauce Salt + Pepper 28 oz shredded cheddar cheese 1 lb macaroni noodles (cooked and drained) 1/2 cup crumbled bacon 1/2 cup sliced green onion Directions: 1. Heat a Dutch oven over low/medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the minced yellow onion. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the onions are soft and golden. 2. To make the roux, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and flour to the cooked onions. Whisk often for 1 to 2 minutes. 3. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Continue whisking until all of the lumps are gone. Cook for 5 minutes. 4. Stir in the hot sauce, kosher salt, and cracked pepper. 5. Next, fold in 6 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese. Continue to cook on low for 10 minutes. 6. While the soup is simmering, prepare the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain the noodles and add them to the soup. 7. Garnish with bacon crumbles, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onion. #soupseason #fallrecipes #familydinner

The best use of free will. 🤎🍂 Making my kitchen extra cozy with new fall decor from Amazon! Everything linked! #falldecor #decoratewithme #amazonfinds