graze & my new favorite snacks

Hi. My name's Katie & I'm an obsessive snacker.  Phew...SO glad to get that off my chest! You guys- I snack like no body's business- I feel like 50% of my day is spent in my pantry.  I'm constantly buying them, trying them and hoarding them.  So when I heard about graze boxes I was on board.  They're boxes with snacks (you can rate their snacks so you always get something you like) & they're delivered to your door. Genius.  Their snacks are designed with health in mind while still being delicious and perfectly portioned (so you don't accidentally eat a whole bag of chex mix...). And I have a super awesome present for you....

If you go to graze.com & set up an order using code FHDNHD65P you'll get your FIRST & FIFTH box free! Don't like your first box? Going on vacation? Need another one for said vacation?  You can cancel anytime without charge, put your box on hold & even order an extra box for the road.  There's no monthly service charge or cancelation fee...you pay for each box. Seriously, go, sign up, rate their snacks, enter the code and get your box! That's it. Happy Snacking, friends!

I was not paid for this post (that's how much I love graze) & all opinions are 100% my own.

Neon Party Decor Contributor Post

Hey everyone! I'm over at Sugar Bee Crafts for one last post as Mandy's party contributor. I'm said to give up the position but it's been a great experience and I'm lucky I got to have so much fun dreaming up party ideas to share with readers. Today's post is about neon party decor, so hop over and start planning your next summer party! Happy Saturday!

4th of July Printables

Here are two fun and patriotic prints for you to start decorating for Independence Day! Follow the link below each printable to download. Enjoy!

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Sprinkled Animal Crackers

Start with a good old fashioned animal cracker, dip in melted white chocolate-shaking off excess, then dip in shallow bowl of sprinkles, lay on cookie sheet to cool completely. Then enjoy your sprinkly animal-chocolatey goodness!

Top 10 Party Supply Sources

My party post for Sugar Bee Crafts earlier this month was a post every one who will ever have to throw a party needs to pin. (aka EVERYONE!) These are my Top 10 Favorite Go-To sites for Party Supplies. They are decent price, have great selection and are stress-free.  So Pin This NOW- read it later! Happy Partying!

In no particular order these are my top 10 sources for party supplies! Some are bigger supply sources & others are as small (but equally awesome) etsy shops. Happy Party planning, friends!

1. Pick Your Plum

2. 25 Printable Sources

3. The Knot Shop

4. Bake It Pretty

5. Knot & Bow

6. Poppies for Grace

7. The Bakers Confection

8. Oriental Trading

9. Petite Party Studio

10. Thatch & Thistle

A Day to Remember...

My best friend Jessica said it best today..."Today we remember those who willingly gave their lives for our country.  I am beyond thankful that I was able to welcome my marine home from each deployment with a hug and kiss.  There are many who welcome their warrior home much differently.  Please take a minute to say a prayer for those who have served and their families.  All gave some...some gave all."

Her husband has crossed the sea more than once to fight for our country.  My own brother is an amazing example to me who is gone serving in the Air Force...to those men and women who served and continue to serve so that we may enjoy the freedom and peace here in this amazing country, I say with a humble heart, Thank You.  A million times over and a million times more, thank you, thank you, thank you.

Dipped Milk Bottles

Here's a fun Patriotic craft you can use for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or pick colors to match your decor to keep them up year round!  

Supplies: Milk Bottles (found at Michaels)

Paint or Mod Podge & Glitter

Paint brush

Tape

Just do a crooked taping job to get the "paint dipped" effect. Apply 2-3 coats of paint letting dry completely in between.  Remove tape and you're all done!

This project is part of #CreativeBuzz, I teamed up with 10 other amazing bloggers using the theme Red White & Blue.  To check out the other awesome projects they came up with- follow the links below!

1. Paint Dipped Milk Bottles from Tied Ribbon

2. Red, White & Blue Sugar Cookies from Made to be a Momma

3. Nursery Reveal from Carissa Miss

4. Red White & Blue Layered Cake from Just Us Four

5. Fresh Berries & Cream Panna Cotta from Handmade in the Heartland

6. Flag Bunting from Seven Thirty Three

7. Red, White and Blue Wood Shim Art from All Things with Purpose

8. Patriotic Funfetti Cupcakes from This Silly Girl's Life

9. Berries & Cream White Chocolate Bark from Do Small Things with Love

10. Red White & Blue Braided Headband from Sugar Bee Crafts

11. Red White & Blue T-Shirt Scarf from One Krieger Chick