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Creating something beautiful to give your mom for Mother’s Day doesn’t have to take a lot of money — or a lot of time. Even if you’re short on one or both, you can make one of these fancy candles, and give her the thoughtful gift she deserves! Dollar stores are hidden gems when it comes to the supplies needed for unique and creative DIY gifts and projects. Spend a little time perusing the aisles, and you can fill your cart with just about everything you need for the upcoming projects you have planned....

Each candy is rooted in more than just our love of sweets. Many of these candies actually have a backstory that is based in tradition and history. Check it out below. Cadbury Creme Eggs The first Cadbury chocolate eggs were released in 1875, but they weren’t filled with creme. Instead, they were filled with “dragees,” which are little sugar-coated chocolate drops. The first creme-filled egg was released in 1923, but the version we know and love today didn’t hit the scene until 1971....

Hooray for baked macaroni and cheese that is three-cheese creamy, soul-food comforting, and easy to get on the table to feed a hungry crowd. We love this lip-smacking good creamy baked mac and cheese recipe from Divas Can Cook, and we’re sure that you will too. Are you used to mac and cheese out of a box? Whether it’s from the iconic blue box or the healthier organic versions, boxed mac and cheese doesn’t hold a fork to homemade macaroni and cheese....

Naturally, the internet never fails to follow through with their punny appreciation for all things Easter. This time of year, there are tons of puntastic memes floating around the ‘web and, to be honest, they’ve got us totally hopped up for this holiday. Sharing is caring You can’t very well overlook the invisible colony of super-hungry people living in your stomach. Selflessness is definitely a virtue associated with Easter, right?...

One 4th of July fact that should come as a surprise to no one: The story we think we know of the colonies officially separating from Great Britain at the end of the Revolutionary War isn’t exactly accurate. Here are more of the most surprising 4th of July facts. MORE: How to support veterans on 4th of July John Adams thought Independence Day should be celebrated on July 2 because that’s the day the Continental Congress officially declared its freedom from Great Britain....

But every challenge is really just a learning opportunity, right? Through trial and error (so much trial and error) and an obscene amount of internet research, I’ve learned some basic baking tips that can help any amateur. Learn from my mistakes. Your sanity and bank account thank you in advance. Baking Tip 1: Use most ingredients at room temperature. Yes, even the eggs. It’s all about consistency. Did you know the temperature of the eggs can actually alter the baking time?...

It’s that little nagging thought in the back of your brain that maybe you’re missing out on some big secret. Do other people have their lives together? Do they feel the same anxiety you do? We can’t speak for everyone, but it seems safe to assume that many people would answer no to the first question and yes to the second. Life’s tricky. Especially right now in our country, while we’re dealing with a seemingly unprecedented amount of stress....

The farm, Corky’s Nuts, is operated by Facciuto’s family in Northern California, while Facciuto maintains the business side of things with her husband in Southern California. To maintain superior quality, the walnuts are only harvested and shipped out once a year when they are perfectly ripe. Customers can order walnuts anytime, but they won’t receive them until after the first week of December. This means a short window annually for a lot of profit, but Facciuto’s current focus is expanding the business to create a longer window for sales....

Before we get started, I have a confession to make (I promise it has to do with balloon cake toppers): Sometimes, I’m lazy. Yes, I’m the content director at Thanksgiving & Co. Yes, it’s my job to love trying crafts and developing recipes, and usually. I do! But with so many tasks to accomplish in any given day, sometimes I just don’t want to spend hours ensuring that my cupcake presentation is Instagram-worthy....

I usually drink water from my refrigerator, which has a built-in filter; theoretically, that should be better than tap water, right? But testing showed that the fridge water had the exact same particle count as my tap water. Granted, the fridge filter was old and needed replacement, but the test gave me the information I needed and encouraged me to be more diligent about swapping out the filter. Still, the test results prove the water I’m drinking isn’t as pure as I’d like it to be, so I’m looking at additional solutions to make sure my family is drinking high-quality, clean water....

You might be thinking that making mozzarella sounds like something that should be left to the Giada De Laurentiis’es of the world. In reality, though, mozzarella is an approachable and fun cheese that anyone can make at home. Yes, we called mozzarella fun and approachable, which we realize sounds a little bit like a Tinder bio. It’s true and, chasing that analogy, an activity worth a proverbial right-swipe. MORE: Everything to know about vertical farming & how you can do it at home What’s perhaps even more surprising than the fact we’re clearly crushing on mozzarella cheese is that making it requires only a handful of things....

Because the holidays can get busy and temperatures can vary drastically, I opted for a yeast-free, quick cinnamon roll. There’s no need to wait for the dough to rise — and no compromise in taste or texture. To make these candy corn cinnamon rolls, you’ll need: Dough 4 cups all purpose or bread flour ¼ cup sugar 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder 2 teaspoons pink Himalayan salt 6 tablespoons salted butter, softened and cubed 1 ½ cups milk 2 eggs...

Watch Katie make this recipe in Episode 2 of What the Fudge: Katie confesses that one of the reasons she started her healthy dessert blog was because she found herself eating chocolate cake for breakfast. She knew she needed to find a more nutritious alternative. “With this banana bread, it tastes like you’re eating dessert, and you can eat it for breakfast because it’s so healthy! It’s full of wholesome ingredients,” she says....

Then we realized: chips. Yes, you read that right. Chips. Flamin’ Hot Cheetos have been put on everything lately — omelettes, macaroni and cheese, sushi burritos, doughnuts, macarons, bagels, even ice cream. Could chocolate and chip-covered strawberries become the next big craze? Detective Miranda Judd (me) was put on the case. The first step was to figure out which chips to pulverize into crumbs and sprinkle over melted chocolate. I went to the grocery store with $30 — yup, ballin’ on a budget over here — and went wild in the snack section....

We all do it. Come October, we fork over our hard-earned money to have people (we think that’s what’s underneath those costumes) fill us with abject fear. It’s a choice driven by both physiological and psychological motivators. MORE: Hunting ghosts in a haunted museum with real paranormal investigators Physiologically, that flood of fear followed by a feeling of safety releases naturally occurring opioids like endorphins and dopamine, which signal pleasure and satisfaction....

MORE: The Best Coffee Makers, Grinders and Beans of 2019 The following mugs hilariously capture what it means to be a mom, making them a perfectly cheeky present for the favorite moms in your life. Every time she pours that first (or second, or third — no judgment here) cuppa Joe, the mug’s spot-on message will make her smile. Mom-ing 101 Truer words have never been spoken. It doesn’t matter what time it is, what she’s doing, or how much coffee she’s already had in the day....

Our top six keto Mexican recipes will have your family and friends running to the table shouting “Comamos.” Featuring fun and festive flavors, these delish Mexican dishes are low-carb, yet scrumptiously satisfying. Your guests will be thrilled to dig into every one of these keto recipes whether they’re following the Keto diet or not. CBD-infused guacamole dip You can’t have a party without this our CBD-infused guacamole dip. It’s loaded with fat-rich avocado and all the zen-vibes....

Studies have found that cultivating a regular meditation practice is associated with a whole host of benefits, including reduced anxiety, increased well-being, increased connectedness and empathy, improved focus, improved relationships with others, heightened creativity, better memory and improved decision-making skills. And those are just the cognitive benefits. Meditation is also associated with other, more tangible health benefits, such as addiction treatment, improved cardiovascular health, a stronger immune system and better sleep quality....

To order this drink at Starbucks, ask for a Vanilla Bean Frappuccino, blended with a banana. It’s as simple as that. To take it to another level, try a banana split variation by ordering a Strawberries & Crème Frappuccino, add java chips and blend in a banana. For extra decadence, ask for a drizzle of chocolate or caramel in the cup and on top of the whip. Swinging into a local Starbucks isn’t necessarily a challenge, but making a great drink at home is liberating....

In fact, what moms actually want for Mother’s Day and what they typically wind up getting often fall into two very different camps. Don’t misunderstand; moms are always grateful for any thoughtfulness that goes into this sweet holiday. Still, in the spirit of self-care, it’s important to express how we really feel. Yes, we love you. Of course we’ll smile if you get us an edible arrangement for the fifth year in a row....