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Halloween + Hotel Transylvania movie night

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I have a little secret about the latest Hotel Transylvania 3 movie, but I can't share just quiiiiite yet. But what I CAN say is that there is a special place in my heart for this movie. Not only is it Halloweeny and supppppper fun for this time of the year, BUT I totally *love* the moral of the ending (spoiler alert) because it drives home the point that not matter who you are, where you come from, what you look like or whether you are a human or a monster, you deserve to be loved and accepted. ... continue reading...


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Coconut Milk Coffee ice cream recipe (plus a yummy brownie)

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We've been spending the *WHOLE* summer making ice cream sammies and coming up with new and exciting ideas and recipes and testing and eating and testing and eating some more. It's been SO FUN and truthfully, it was all my 6 year old's brain child to do this! :) BUUUUUT now that school has started, I decided that it was time for a MOMMY ice cream sammie to celebrate the first week of school done AND to give myself a little treat, YUM! :) SOOOOO! Today, I am sharing with one of the yummiest ... continue reading...


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a back-to-school worthy, kids-friendly french toast recipe

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I wanted to make a breakfast that was fun and full of joy for Zeke's first day of Kindergarten...ya know, to cheer him on and send him out into the world of school with gusto and excitement! :) And because I secretly wanted to hold onto the last fleeting seconds of life before we entered into the school routine! And what better way to celebrate than FRENCH TOAST?? But I wanted to add a twist.....a little pinch of joy to the recipe to make it extra special and fun.....so today, I am sharing our ... continue reading...


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Week seven : Peanut Butter, Banana, Chocolate chip ice cream sammie!

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This one *may* be one of my faves that we have made so far. I mean, who doesn't love peanut butter, banana and chocolate?!?!? It's like a staple in dessert world, right?! :) Zeke has wanted to do this combo from the start and I have to say that this ice cream is delish and give me chewy peanut butter cookies ANY day of the week! :) So this week, we give you the PB + Banana + Chocolate chip ice cream sammie! :) ... continue reading...


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Week Six : Black and white Ice Cream sammie!

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This whole journey has been a blast making homemade ice cream sandwiches with Zeke....his ideas, his flavors and his excitement every time we bit into one! BUT, this whole time I have had in the back of my head, the quintessential dark and white chocolate idea....because it's a CLASSIC! So, here is our take on the BLACK + WHITE ICE CREAM SANDWICH! ... continue reading...


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A colorful little after and before for you ➡️➡️➡️ a big ‘ol blog post about our under the stairs secret hideout play area is up along with everything you need to know about how to paint colorful stripes on the ceiling! I reallllllly wanted to do something in this space that invited you in and brought your eye inward and around to the fun or shenanigans! The full paint color list + all of my tips on how to not pull a muscle in your neck while painting a ceiling are on my blog now! Yay painting!!!
LaCroixs before boys. 💛 If only it wasn’t -3 LaCroixs before boys. 💛 
If only it wasn’t -30* outside today so I could adventure out dropping off some Galentines goodies for my fave gal pals! 😬 but you bet your bippy I plan to watch me some Leslie Knope and @parksandrec this afternoon! Bottoms up on for Galentine’s Day ladies!
Houston, we have florallllllsssss! 🌿 🌸 and I Houston, we have florallllllsssss! 🌿 🌸 and I’ve had 2 little (more medium sized) helpers during this mural and I can never be reminded enough just how fun it is to teach kids allll the painting how-tos and watch their eyes light up brighter than mine as every color and layer and shape come together to form something beautiful! 🎨💛
A new week, a new mural! 🌿 and this one is unli A new week, a new mural! 🌿 and this one is unlike any other I’ve done before! Take a peek into my stories for a glimpse, and lemme know if you love it too. I may add a few more darker colors for contrast, because I like making these decisions as I see things come to life in real painting time. 🎨
If you’ve dreamed of learning how to sew zippers If you’ve dreamed of learning how to sew zippers or make the cutest, most happy lip shaped zipper pouch for your Valentine or Galentine, wellllll TODAY IS YOUR day! This afternoon I will be crafting live with my @janomeamerica machine in hand along with @nationalsewing + @therealcraftsy 💋🎉❤⁣
I meannnnn, I’d really love to see you make one of these. So bust out that sewing machine (even if it’s dusty and you feel intimated....trust me, I don’t follow many rules when sewing) and tune in today at 2pm CT (and I do believe if you miss it live, you can still watch the recording). ⁣
Smooch smooch everyone 💋💋💋
🎵🎶❤️“I only have eyes for youuuuuuuuuu 🎵🎶❤️“I only have eyes for youuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!” 👓 
It isn’t a secret that we, the Steffen fam, are a “glasses family”! Worn allllll dayyyyy, everrrryyy day...all 4 of us! And truth-be-told we’ve been IN LOOOOVEEE with @ZenniOptical since the minute that we’ve tried every other glasses company on the planet! #ad And since we are all just trying to squeeze out as much joy from everyday life as possible, WHY NOT make some heart shaped glasses for Valentine’s day?! EH!? :) Right now, on my blog I am highlighting just how to make these awesome (and easy) “I only have eyes for you” Valentine’s AND sharing our fave red Zenni glasses that fit this theme so gosh darn well! :) (and hint hint….these heart glasses can be turned into classroom Valentine’s SO SUPER easy using the tutorial + SVG file on my blog)!
Also, you muuust watch the end of this video and Esther’s attempt to blow kisses 😂😂😭😭❤️❤️ 💋 
#zennipartner #JustGotMyZennis #ZenniThingButOrdinary
Sooooo I finished up a colorful mural yesterday an Sooooo I finished up a colorful mural yesterday and today I’m posting new wallpapers and lock screen graphics for #wallpaperwednesday 👍 I say that 2021 is off to a smashing start, eh!? (Even though it is almost February...) 

Snag one of the colorful wallpapers for your digital devices in my stories because, heck, why not encourage a smile when you glance at your phone next time.
One of my most favorite things about painting is t One of my most favorite things about painting is that it 9284% transforms any space! Like, this very usual under the stairs spot in our house is fastly becoming a happy, play space for our kids. I kinda wish I could paint rainbow stripes in my closet or bathroom now too!! 🎨
And yes, I diiidddd use our cross country skis to make these straight edge lines. Gotta use what you got, eh!? ❤️😂 🎨
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A colorful little after and before for you ➡️➡️➡️ a big ‘ol blog post about our under the stairs secret hideout play area is up along with everything you need to know about how to paint colorful stripes on the ceiling! I reallllllly wanted to do something in this space that invited you in and brought your eye inward and around to the fun or shenanigans! The full paint color list + all of my tips on how to not pull a muscle in your neck while painting a ceiling are on my blog now! Yay painting!!!
LaCroixs before boys. 💛 If only it wasn’t -3 LaCroixs before boys. 💛 
If only it wasn’t -30* outside today so I could adventure out dropping off some Galentines goodies for my fave gal pals! 😬 but you bet your bippy I plan to watch me some Leslie Knope and @parksandrec this afternoon! Bottoms up on for Galentine’s Day ladies!
Houston, we have florallllllsssss! 🌿 🌸 and I Houston, we have florallllllsssss! 🌿 🌸 and I’ve had 2 little (more medium sized) helpers during this mural and I can never be reminded enough just how fun it is to teach kids allll the painting how-tos and watch their eyes light up brighter than mine as every color and layer and shape come together to form something beautiful! 🎨💛
A new week, a new mural! 🌿 and this one is unli A new week, a new mural! 🌿 and this one is unlike any other I’ve done before! Take a peek into my stories for a glimpse, and lemme know if you love it too. I may add a few more darker colors for contrast, because I like making these decisions as I see things come to life in real painting time. 🎨
If you’ve dreamed of learning how to sew zippers If you’ve dreamed of learning how to sew zippers or make the cutest, most happy lip shaped zipper pouch for your Valentine or Galentine, wellllll TODAY IS YOUR day! This afternoon I will be crafting live with my @janomeamerica machine in hand along with @nationalsewing + @therealcraftsy 💋🎉❤⁣
I meannnnn, I’d really love to see you make one of these. So bust out that sewing machine (even if it’s dusty and you feel intimated....trust me, I don’t follow many rules when sewing) and tune in today at 2pm CT (and I do believe if you miss it live, you can still watch the recording). ⁣
Smooch smooch everyone 💋💋💋
🎵🎶❤️“I only have eyes for youuuuuuuuuu 🎵🎶❤️“I only have eyes for youuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!” 👓 
It isn’t a secret that we, the Steffen fam, are a “glasses family”! Worn allllll dayyyyy, everrrryyy day...all 4 of us! And truth-be-told we’ve been IN LOOOOVEEE with @ZenniOptical since the minute that we’ve tried every other glasses company on the planet! #ad And since we are all just trying to squeeze out as much joy from everyday life as possible, WHY NOT make some heart shaped glasses for Valentine’s day?! EH!? :) Right now, on my blog I am highlighting just how to make these awesome (and easy) “I only have eyes for you” Valentine’s AND sharing our fave red Zenni glasses that fit this theme so gosh darn well! :) (and hint hint….these heart glasses can be turned into classroom Valentine’s SO SUPER easy using the tutorial + SVG file on my blog)!
Also, you muuust watch the end of this video and Esther’s attempt to blow kisses 😂😂😭😭❤️❤️ 💋 
#zennipartner #JustGotMyZennis #ZenniThingButOrdinary
Sooooo I finished up a colorful mural yesterday an Sooooo I finished up a colorful mural yesterday and today I’m posting new wallpapers and lock screen graphics for #wallpaperwednesday 👍 I say that 2021 is off to a smashing start, eh!? (Even though it is almost February...) 

Snag one of the colorful wallpapers for your digital devices in my stories because, heck, why not encourage a smile when you glance at your phone next time.
One of my most favorite things about painting is t One of my most favorite things about painting is that it 9284% transforms any space! Like, this very usual under the stairs spot in our house is fastly becoming a happy, play space for our kids. I kinda wish I could paint rainbow stripes in my closet or bathroom now too!! 🎨
And yes, I diiidddd use our cross country skis to make these straight edge lines. Gotta use what you got, eh!? ❤️😂 🎨
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