Our “Want, Need, Wear, Read” Philosophy

3-Year-Old Boy Christmas List | Atkinson Drive

Since our little man was born, we have realized how crazy the holiday season really gets for most people. There’s a bizarre primal instinct that wells up in parents and makes them want to purchase everything they see for their children. My little guy’s birthday is at the beginning of January, so presents can get [...]

Atkinson Drive Blog Hop {Week 1}

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DIY Sequin Ornaments & Vase Filler

Sequin Ornaments & Vase Filler | Atkinson Drive

This is my favorite time of the year! We have been busy busy this past week getting all of our Christmas decorations out. For some reason, the husband has decided that three Christmas trees are necessary in this new house, so I’m trying to figure out a budget-friendly way to decorate them all! Of course, [...]

Saturday Special {Week 18}

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Most-Popular Atkinson Drive Post Creme de Methe Cake Bites DIY & Design DIY Mod Podge & Yarn Wreath {Make.Bake.Celebrate!} How to Graywash {MyColor} Herringbone Backsplash {It’s Great to be Home} Style & Beauty Fall Color Love {Fashionista Trends} Yellow & Grey Wedding Inspiration {Kiss Wedding} Glittered Cat-Eyes {WebStagram} Holidays Gradient Christmas Nails {Glitter & Nails} [...]

The Confetti Company Giveaway

A Giveaway from Atkinson Drive and The Confetti Company

Hello everyone! I hope you ALL had a fantastic Thanksgiving…and maybe even fell into a turkey-induced coma. My day was wonderful. We kept it pretty low-key since my family is coming next week to celebrate “Christgiving” – a new holiday we’ve invented. I have thoroughly enjoyed spending time with my husband and little man this [...]

Give Thanks…

Give Thanks | Atkinson Drive

Happy Thanksgiving!!! I hope this holiday brings many blessings to all of you.

Glam Up Your Holiday Table

Glam & Affordable Holiday Tablescape | Atkinson Drive

I am super excited to share my newest guest-post endeavor with all of you! Laura from Our Reflection invited me to write a holiday-inspired post for her family blog {PS – she’s also an amazing photographer}. I love to save money wherever I can, so I always try to get the biggest bang for my [...]

Do Your Thing Link Party {Week 3}

Do Your Thing Link Party

Welcome to the Atkinson Drive Do Your Thing Link Party! I am so excited to have you! Please feel free to link projects, posts, recipes, ideas, children’s activities, etc. We had some great link-ups last week…here are the features! If you were featured on this week’s “Do Your Thing” link party, please grab a button! [...]

Spicy Cranberry Chutney

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I have a confession to make: I hate don’t like cranberry sauce. Well, that is a bit of an exaggeration…I don’t like HOMEMADE cranberry sauce. I much prefer to eat the jellied sauce from a can. *mmm* Deliciousness! I’ve been this way ever since I was young, and my mom is the same way. So, [...]

I’ve Been Bad…

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I have been a bad blogger. *head hung low* I must apologize to all of you wonderful followers {if you’re still reading} for my lack of posts recently. Life has been so crazy for my family lately. As you might recall, the husband works at a large church in our area, and as you could [...]

Deep Dish Apple Pie with Homemade Whole Wheat Crust

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So, this might be the best pie I have ever tasted…for real. I am not a huge fan of fruit pies…never have been. Up until recently, I haven’t liked many pies other than my mom’s Chocolate Pecan Pie. But, when I was planning for the first Thanksgiving at our home, I knew I needed pie [...]

Do Your Thing Link Party {Week 2}

DoYourThing Link Party | Atkinson Drive

Welcome to the Atkinson Drive Do Your Thing Link Party! I am so excited to have you! Please feel free to link projects, posts, recipes, ideas, children’s activities, etc. *Please note that in the “Name” box you should place the name of the post you’re linking to* If you’d like to be featured, grab a [...]

Saturday Special {Week 17}

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First off, I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who linked to my very first “Do Your Thing” link party on Tuesday! You guys have some amazing ideas, and I hope to see you back next week! Here are the Do Your Thing features: Most-Clicked 5 Fun Ways to Teach Kids About Thanksgiving {Nanny [...]

Creme de Menthe Cake Bites

Creme de Menthe Cake Bites | Atkinson Drive

I am THRILLED to be sharing these cake bites with you today! They’ve been in my head for what feels like months now, and finally they’re out there. I hope you enjoy them; these are the perfect dessert for this holiday season. Andes mints have always been a favorite of mine – one of the [...]