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Limewashing the Fireplace with Romabio Avorio White

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Check out this makeover I recently did with my fireplace. I used Romabio Avorio White lime wash paint to give the fireplace that new/antique look. I love how it turned out and it was such an easy project. You can do this alone or with help, follow my steps and you can update your own fireplace in no time! Have you recently updated your fireplace, leave a picture in the comments below! ___________________ Masonry Brush: https://amzn.to/36iyDaT Romabio Masonry Brush: https://amzn.to/2PoWfE4 Romabio Avorio White: https://amzn.to/355VmqF Wash Cloths: https://amzn.to/2E5aJ6A Drop Cloth: https://amzn.to/2rt96go Spray Bottle: https://amzn.to/2YuD1RF Pearl Mantles: https://amzn.to/2P52he3 Painters tape: https://amzn.to/3408wnG Paint Bucket: https://amzn.to/2LBqVkc ___________________ For business-related items please email: tikitiffany07@gmail.com My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/tikitiffany Instagram: TikiTiffany07 Blog: https://tikitiffany.blogspot.com/ ----------------

Cyber Monday--Looking for a deal?

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Don't know what to get your in-laws? Your mother? or that pesky white elephant gift? Check out my Amazon store for some great gift ideas. amazon.com/shop/tikitiffany If you find the ultimate gift, let me know in the comments down below. Happy Shopping!

Seasoned Dinner Potatoes | Easy Side Dish

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Easy Side Dish pairs well with steak or chicken. Cut up your favorite potatoes and add your favorite seasonings!! ENJOY!!

Fall off the Bone Delicious | Braised Short Ribs

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Great recipe for Sunday dinners, having a couple over for Saturday night, or family holidays! Mouthwatering and fall off the bone meat, was perfect served over mashed potatoes. This was the first recipe I made with my new skillet and I had so much fun! Ingredients:  8 whole   Beef Short Ribs Salt & Pepper To Taste 1/4 cup   All-purpose Flour 1 slice of bacon , Diced 2 Tablespoons   Olive Oil 1 whole   Medium Onion, Diced 3 whole   Carrots, Diced 2 cups   Red Or White Wine 2 cups   Beef Or Chicken Broth (enough To Almost Cover Ribs) 1 sprig   Thyme 1 sprig   Rosemary Directions: Salt and pepper ribs, then cover all sides in flour. Set aside. In a large dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until complete crispy and all fat is rendered. Remove bacon from pan and set aside. Do not discard grease. Add olive oil to the pan with the bacon grease, and raise heat to high. Brown ribs on all sides, about 45 seconds per side. Remove ribs and set aside. Turn heat to medium.

Cabbage Roll Soup | Quick & Easy Dinner Idea

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Delicious Fall Apple Cider Sangria

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This quick and easy recipe is great for Halloween parties or fall get-togethers. Ingredients: 1 cup Caramel Vodka 6 cups Apple Cider 1 (750mL) Bottle of Pinot Grigio 1-3 Apples Stir together and refrigerate overnight for best flavors. Enjoy!!

DINNER IDEA | Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

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Best Sweet Chili Recipe | Quick and Easy Prep

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To me, the definition of fall cuddled on the couch eating a big bowl of chili. I love this sweet recipe I pulled together, it satisfies my sweet tooth and you get a little spice too. Topped with sour cream, shredded cheddar, and some crackers this is a mouth-watering favorite of mine. Ingredients: 3 cans of fire roasted tomatoes 2 cans of Bush's baked beans: Steakhouse recipe 1 lb of hamburger 1/2 onion chopped 1 tsp of minced garlic chopped green pepper chopped hot banana pepper 1 fresh jalapeno chopped (seeds optional) 1 packet of Spicy Chili Seasoning 1/4 cup or more of Franks red hot sauce pepper to taste Directions: 1. Brown the hamburger. 2. Add onion, peppers, and minced garlic as hamburger cooks. Add pepper as preferred. 3. Drain extra grease. 4. Add cooked meat mixture to the crockpot. 5. Add cans of tomatoes and beans, the packet of seasoning, and Franks hot sauce 6. Stir well and cover with lid. 7. Cook on high for 4 hours and low for 3. Se

Sausage Hamburger Broccoli Casserole | KETO Friendly

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Fall has arrived and so has casserole season. This meal is super easy to whip up in no time and the whole family is sure to enjoy it. Ingredients: 1 lb. of Hamburger 1 lb. of Italian sausage 1 small onion chopped 2 cups chopped and steamed broccoli 8 ounces of cream cheese 1/2 cup of heavy cream 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese  1 tsp. of oregano 1 tsp of minced garlic salt and pepper to taste Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a casserole dish 2. Steam broccoli in the microwave and set aside 3. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth, then add the 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese. Set aside. 4. Brown the hamburger and sausage with the onion & garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Drain the grease when finished. Add oregano and salt/pepper, mix well. 5. Add all items together in your casserole dish and mix well, then cover with foil and cook in the oven for 25 minutes. 6. Unc

Have you ever thought of trying Fondue? I did and loved it!

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Fondue Fun: I recently got into Fondue and had so much fun with it. It is so easy to pull together, once you are prepped you can relax and enjoy the meal with family and friends. Great Opportunities for Fondue Parties: Dinners for two at home : Perfect for a romantic dinner at home, something different and you can enjoy cooking together. Couples dinner : Invite another couple or two over to enjoy the fondue, great conversations to be had as you get your dip on. Camping: Don't feel like building a fire or getting the grill ready. Plug in your fondue pot! Great for camping since you can cut and prep all items before hand and then just heat up the oil for some family fun.  Work Lunch Party: Great for gathering co-workers together for a lunch party. Everyone can bring a dipper and you can enjoy! Work Party with cheese and white chocolate fondue! Cheese Dippers: No matter what cheese recipe you choose have fun and get creative with the types of dippers you choose

Canning Banana Peppers | Quick and Easy Recipe!

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Halloween Decorations at Michaels

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It's almost that time of year again. Get ready to get spooky. Halloween decorations are popping up around the stores. Come shop with me as I walk around Michaels Craft store!

Backyard Nighttime Tour | Tiki Decor Paradise

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I added some new items this year, including new furniture, new fire pit, new signs, and lights. Let me know what you think. It is not too late to add some island flair to your backyard patio. Check out some of the great items below. LED Fairy Lights with Remote: https://amzn.to/2OohbK9 Easter Island Statue: https://amzn.to/2EG1Tua Parrot Lights: https://amzn.to/2qsxmLg Tiki Bar Sign: https://amzn.to/2GS1g6O Tiki Bar Sign: https://amzn.to/2GTataB Tiki Bar Sign: https://amzn.to/2GUOjF8 Tiki Bar Sign: https://amzn.to/2GTbJKR Outdoor Spot Lights: https://amzn.to/2v7YiFJ Bamboo Fencing: https://amzn.to/2HtPRai When theming out your space, make sure you try to appeal to all of the senses. Get creative with your lighting whether its string lights or maybe fire. Incorporating water with a fountain or container pond adds a nice touch as well for sound. Tropical flowers add a nice smell and look for the space as well. Color, color, color everywhere is a treat for your eyes. Don't fo

Michael's Fall Home Decor | Preview 2018

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Fajitas on the Grill --Blackstone 17" Table Top Grill

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1 lb of Chicken or Steak 3 peppers 1 yellow onion Fajita seasoning Cajun seasoning Tortilla's Check out the video to see how it all comes together!

At Home Summer Decor | Different Themes

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Growing Lettuce in Containers

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Check out week 2 in my container garden. Growing spinach, buttercrunch, and romaine lettuce.

Backpacking: Don't forget to pack your pillow :)

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A must-have for backpacking & a good nights rest: A pillow!! Review of the Therm-a-Rest pillow: Ultralight compressible travel pillow with soft foam filling that packs down small for road trips, plane travel, camping, and backpacking Foam filling expands into a 4-inch thick pillow for head, neck, and back support  Compact design packs down into its own drawstring case.  The brushed polyester cover is soft against your skin with no need for a pillowcase Machine washable Check out my video review below: This is my honest review, all opinions are my own. I bought this product with my own money. There is an affiliate link listed above if a purchase is made I will receive a % of the sale. 

Outdoor Cooking Kit for Two | Backpacking Gear

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Shop Amazon Warehouse Deals - Deep Discounts on Open-box and Used Sports Equipment This is a great cooking kit for two people, we used it for a backpacking trip. Check out my video as I review this set. Worked great for two people backpacking light. We only needed to boil water for our Mountain House Meals . The pots are great quality material and the handles conveniently fold up on the sides for easy storage. This kit comes with a skillet, small pot, lid, wooden spoon, cleaning sponge, 2 cups, and a plastic spoon. Cooking Kit for two Cooking Kit for Four Camping Stove Camping Stove Fuel for stove Water Bladder This post is not sponsored. The kit was purchased with my own money and these are my own opinions. Please note there are affiliate links listed above. If there is a purchase made I will receive a % of the sale.

Summer and Home Decor Big Lots

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Come shop with me as I browse through Big Lots summer decor for indoor and outdoor items!

Mouth-Watering | Philly Cheese Steak | Cheap and Easy!

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Mouth-watering Philly Cheese Steak: Recipe in a flash! Great for any time of the year. This recipe is one I came up with on my own and it tastes great!! Ingredients: -Deli Rolls -Steak-Umms Steak slices -1 green pepper sliced -1 small yellow onion sliced -Banana peppers (from a jar) -Mayo -Chipotle or Southwest Sauce -Provolone Cheese -cracked pepper Directions: 1. Add steak slices to skillet and brown over medium heat adding a little pepper while cooking 2. Add green peppers and onions to skillet, add the lid for quicker cooking (5-6 minutes) 3. Prepare bread by adding mayo and laying rolls on baking sheet. 4. Add the meat mixture to each roll. 5. Add banana peppers and Chipotle sauce. 6. Add cheese to top. 7. Put in oven on middle rack for 2-3 minutes under the broiler (400 degrees) or until cheese is melted to your liking. 8. Serve and enjoy (with a side of Malt vinegar splashed on top) Love this recipe every time and the family enjoys it! Great served w

Cabbage Skillet Dinner | Quick and Simple Recipe

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Check out the video here! This quick and easy recipe is sure to please any cabbage loving family. Only takes about 35 minutes from start to finish so this cabbage favorite can be whipped up in no time. Ingredients: 1/2 Head of Cabbage chopped 1 lb. of ground turkey or hamburger 1 14 oz. can of diced tomatoes 8 oz. can of tomato sauce 1 tablespoon of minced garlic 1 yellow onion chopped salt and pepper 1 tablespoon of butter Directions: 1. In a skillet, brown the meat and drain grease as necessary. 2. Add the chopped onions and cook until translucent. 3. Add the minced garlic and saute for 1 minutes 4. Add the rest of the ingredients, stir well and cover for 25-30 minutes until cabbage is soft. 5. Stir every couple of minutes until finished. Serve and Enjoy!!!  The leftovers are even better  :) Optional add-ins: Pasta Sauce for extra flavor (I sometimes add some Ragu in) A handful of chopped peppers (orange or red)

DIY | Spring Flowers | Home Decor

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Brighten up your house this spring with this simple and easy floral arrangement.

Stir Fry Dinner Recipe | Cheap and Easy | Panda Express Sauce

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My Favorite Stir Fry Recipe...its a hit every time! How many of you are just like me and forget to put out meat to thaw before you head out the door for work? I do it all the time. This recipe is great because the meat stays frozen and only has a few simple steps. With only about 20 minutes of prep and cook time, you can make this recipe in a flash. I ngredients: 1 bottle of Panda Express Kung Pao Sauce 10 slices of Steak-Umms steak 1/2 yellow onion (chopped) 5-6 mini colored peppers (chopped small) 1/4 fresh jalapeno (chopped small) 1.5 cups of brown rice 1.5 cups of boiling water fresh cracked black pepper 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes Directions: 1. Cook rice as directed on the box 2. Add steak-umms meat to skillet over medium heat (i add just a bit of coconut oil to the pan) 3. As meat is browning sprinkle with black pepper and red pepper flakes 4. Drain grease 5. Add the chopped peppers, jalapeno, and onions to skillet; stir and saute for about 10

Best Containers for Vegetable Gardening--Choosing the right one!

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Smart pots or grow pots make container gardening easy! These offer great flexibility and are better for your plant's roots systems and development over traditional pots.  When choosing a container for growing vegetables you should consider the following: Size: For most vegetables, they need 5 gallons or more, putting one plant in each pot. You can get smaller sizes if you are growing lettuce or herbs. Remember that the more soil in your container the more resilient your plants will be . And bonus you won't have to water as often.  Drainage: Make sure you have proper drainage at the bottom. Nothing is worse than soggy soil, drowning the roots. If your pot doesn't have a hole, use a drill or nail to add one to 3 holes in the bottom. Make sure to add rocks or a coffee filter at the bottom to avoid losing soil when watering. Color: Some argue that lighter colors are better due to less heat retention than darker pots. You don't want your roots getting scorched

Shop with me | Old Time Pottery | Spring Decor

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Gearing up for Spring time. I can't wait to start decorating the porch again and getting flowers planted. Check out these great spring finds at Old Time Pottery. Awesome tropical greenery, dinnerware for summer parties, and pineapple décor. Love it all. Can't wait to go back and see the outdoor they put out.

Backpacking for Beginners: Gear Checklist and Gear Reviews

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With springtime around the corner, many people are probably daydreaming about getting outside and enjoying some nature. Some may be gearing up for a backpacking trip to escape the daily grind or maybe thinking about taking their first one.    Last year my husband and I went on our first overnight backpacking trip. We really enjoyed the escape and had fun putting our "survival skills" to natures test.    As a first-timer, I did a lot of research to see what gear we needed. Since this was our first time, we wanted to see if we enjoyed it before investing in expensive and ultra lightweight gear. The items I found were of good quality and of a fair price. We did enjoy our first trip and may start to invest more ultra lightweight gear this year. (My goal is to go to the Enchanted Valley and do a 13.5 mile out and back for two days) I wanted to share my tips and reviews of some of the items we used on our overnight trip. Basic Essentials Back Packing checklist: