By Amy Allen Johnson

Looking for something to brighten up your Friday? Today is National Licorice Day!
We are licorice fans here! Watch out when we bust out the Red Vines.
How do we enjoy our licorice? Let's see -
Tying in knots, whipping our siblings, drinking chocolate milk, dressing up gummy bears.. oh, an...
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By Rachael Herrscher

Here's a Halloween infographic full of fun facts. I don't care what anyone says, Reeses Peanut Butter Cups are the #1 Halloween treat. End of story.
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By Shannon Breuner Nelson

I love fall baking. Bring on the cinnamon and all spice!
Check out these ADORABLE pumpkin candy cookies from Jamie Cooks It Up. These will be the hit of your Halloween party for sure. And I can't say enough about pumpkin candy. Candy corn truly pales in comparison.
Get in the fall spir...
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By Carina

I had the chance to chat with Dylan Lauren about tonight's Project Runway episode! It's often my favorite challenge of the season: using unconventional materials to build a couture garment. I'm usually equally enthused about how people are using the materials, and annoyed because I could totally t...
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By Erin Oltmanns

Want to blow a wee mind? It’s a simple combination of candy + soda + paper that yields amazing results.
Have you heard of a Mentos Soda Geyser?
Want to make your own? Here’s the step-by-step instructions on how to mix soda with candy for an epic (and sticky) explosion.
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By Carina

I've got some great gift ideas for the best Father's Day this year! I tried to pick things my husband would actually want, considering he's not much of a sports or outdoors dude. Really, when it comes right down to it, he's kinda geeky. I think I kinda nailed it.
The best sneaks ever made, in his...
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By Amy Allen Johnson

Maker of Awesome Candy Bars is on my list of dream jobs.
I'm glad Nestle Crunch and Girl Scout Cookies are on the job. They finally hooked up to make a candy bar!
"What? Where? How?" you ask.
Yesiree, you'll soon be able to sample one of these three yummy flavors:
Thin Mint
Peanut...
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By Shannon Breuner Nelson

Pinterest is such a game changer. If I wasn't so into Pinterest, I would have missed these adorable little Milky Way Cars from The Speckled Freckle Party Place. Look at the cute M&M tires! And seriously, what would my son's first birthday extravaganza (seven months from now) be like if I h...
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By Amy Allen Johnson

Still trying to figure out what to give your neighbors this year? Check out these eight ideas and be the Neighbor Gift Expert! Or, share a link with your neighbor and see if YOU can be the recipient.
Peppermint Bark
If you're my neighbor, you know what's coming. This is my standard neighbo...
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By Amy Allen Johnson

Love the rich, sumptuous taste of peppermint bark but don’t want to pay $25 a pound? Try this easy recipe and make your own. Using a quality chocolate is the key to getting a smooth flavor while still not paying a premium price. I first started making Peppermint Bark after seeing a box of ...
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