Fresh From Scratch: Blueberry Muffins

While I was at BlogHer Food last week I had the opportunity to meet a lot of great food bloggers and food related brands; I returned home inspired. I wanted to create something healthy and delicious with some of the ingredients I brought back with me. I decided to create a healthier blueberry  muffin recipe. 

This blueberry muffin recipe is super easy and you probably have everything on hand already. Now I'd never had muffins made with yogurt before but I'd heard great things about yogurt and cooking. I took the leap and I'm so glad that I did. The "blueberry yogurt" muffins came out beautiful and delicious. 

Here's What You'll Need:

1 C Flour

6 TBS of Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Sugar

1/4 Tsp. Salt

1/4 Tsp. Baking Powder

1/4 Tsp. Baking Soda

1/4 Tsp. Nutmeg

1 Egg

1/2 C Stonyfield Plain Organic Yogurt

3 TBS Pompeian Grapeseed Oil

2 TBS Milk

2 Tsp. Pure Vanilla

1/2 C Blueberries

Here's What You'll Do: 

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Mix dry ingredients together and then add in the wet ingredients. Mix well until the batter is smooth. Last, fold in the blueberries. Pour batter into greased or paper lined muffin tin. Bake for 25 minutes.

I'd love to know what you think about this blueberry muffin recipe if you give it a try! 

Enjoy!

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The Procrastinator's DIY Guide to Spoiling Dad This Father's Day

If you are anything like me you might be pacing the floors right now trying to figure out what to get that special Dad in your life for Father's Day. I'm a last minute kind of girl, an example of procrastination at it's finest. While some people may view this as a negative thing, I do not! You have plenty of time to make Dad's  day super special. Read on for 10 DIY ideas that you can pull together in a pinch. 

You'd probably agree with me when I tell you that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. So treat dad to a delicious meal this Father's Day. Below you'll find three easy recipes that will blow dad away. 

For breakfast, why not start with these gorgeous Lemon Ricotta Crepes? Bonus: They are gluten free!

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At lunch you can serve up these tasty game day beefy nachos! Dads love finger foods with lots of toppings. This one is fool proof! 

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If Dad is still hungry at dinner time, this next recipe is sure to satisfy! This hearty Mexican Bean Soup is comfort food at it's finest. 

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If Pops has a sweet tooth then this next recipe is sure to cure it. Check out this chocolate cake with peanut butter icing. 

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Now, if DIY projects are more your style, listen up. Dads love it when they get gifts that are handmade and from the heart which is exactly what these projects are.

With this printable worksheet, kiddos can draw or paste a picture of Dad and then answer fun questions about him like what he does or doesn't like to eat and how he likes to spend his time. Their candid answers are sure to put a smile on Dad's face. 

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A personalized DIY frame is a favorite among Dads. It's an old school style project, but with a twist. 

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This jar of tees is the perfect gift for the golfer in your life. The best part? You probably already have just about everything you need to complete it! 

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Last, but not least, if you won't be able to spend the day with your Father this Sunday, maybe a simple project like this six pack of IBC Root Beer will capture your feelings for Dear Ol' Dad. 

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Maybe a little alone time is high on Dad's wish list. Fret not! Take a peek at this list of 8 Father's Day ideas that will leave your Dad feeling rested and rejuvenated. 

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And just for kicks...a list of freebies for Father's Day 2013!

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My fellow procrastinators, I hope that you will find this round up helpful. Remember no matter what you give your Dad this Father's Day, remember to just show him your love! 

Thank you to the awesome bloggers featured in this post!

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Warriors In Pink {Ford Cares} + Giveaway

A lot of you may already know this but my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2011; she is, thank God, healthy now. My mother's diagnosis had such a huge impact on our family and it made me realize how important it is that we do our part to help out with research, charities, etc. When I was approached by Ford to work with them on their Warriors in Pink campaign I was thrilled. By now, you should all know that I love ford; heck my first Ford kept us safe when we were rear ended by some idiot. 

I love that Ford has taken the time and initiative to set up the Warriors in Pink program. Basically, you can purchase from a line of products - men, women's, children's, accessories, gifts, etc. and 100% of the net profit from each of those purchases goes straight to charity. Even better, you can choose from one of four charities that you would like your donation to benefit; Susan G. Komen Foundation, Young Survivors Coalition, The Pink Fund, and Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation.  Plus, when you are ordering, the website shows you just how much of your money is going to that charity. 

I chose to review this gorgeous tote bag. I loved it on the website but when I got it in the mail I realized that it was ten times better than I imagined it would be. First of all, it's a giant bag (a plus in my book)! The materials are high quality and it's even got a nice interior lining. I was honestly blown away by the quality of this product. 

Here I am with my tote bag all loaded up for a day at the lake. Let me tell y'all it was the perfect bag for the trip. I had two towels, bathing suits for my entire family, snacks, sunscreen, a change of clothes, etc., and still plenty of room left over. 

At just $22.00, almost half of the purchase price goes to charity! I want to really encourage you to check out the warrior wear because I think you will find something that suits you and of course this is a worthy cause. 

Learn more about Warriors in Pink by visiting their website, twitter, and/or facebook pages. 

The lovely folks behind Ford Cares would like to share some awareness with Charm + Sass readers. One reader will win a set of beautiful encouraging words note cards.  

I know they look pretty on the computer screen, but trust me when I tell you that they are even better in person. 

Entering is simple. Please visit the Ford Cares website and have a look at their Warriors In Pink Wear & Gear. Leave a comment on this post and share with me your favorite product from the line (mandatory). Then, confirm via the rafflecopter widget that you've completed that step. Remaining entries are optional but encouraged and will of course give you a better chance at winning. 

Good Luck! Thank you to Fordcares.com for allowing me to participate in this campaign. While I did receive free product to review, this is a cause that I back 100%. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


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Fun in the Sun Melissa & Doug Giveaway

Summer weather is here! Melissa & Doug has all kinds of great toys for you to help keep the kids entertained for the summer. You can get toys for all ages including classic toys, tents, sand toys, puzzles, art & craft, plus more!

I have a slight obsession with Melissa & Doug! All of their toys are creative, well made, and educational. My kiddos have lots of Melissa & Doug toys, puzzles, etc. and they never get tired of them!

Not only do you have the opportunity to win this giveaway but you can also head on over to the Melissa & Doug on Facebook fan page and then click on the Play to 250k Sweepstakes tab to enter the Play to 250,000 Fans Sweepstakes.

Each time their fan base grows by 1,000 fans, a fan will win a selection of Melissa & Doug toys. Plus, when the Facebook page reaches 250,000 fans, all fans will receive a special gift. WOW!!

If you are curious about what real moms thinks about Melissa and Doug toys, you can read these reviews:

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One lucky winner will receive a $200.00 eGift Code to Melissa & Doug!

Giveaway ends June  27, 2013 at 11:59pm, open to US only, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Disclosure: By entering this giveaway you agree to receive email communications from Melissa & Doug. I received  no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. Charm + Sass is not responsible for prize shipment.

This event was organized by MomPoweredMedia please contact tina@babycostcutters.com with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!

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$200 Cash Giveaway from My Friends At Datevitation!

YOU GUYS!!! I am running around like a chicken with my head cut off - for real!!! Why do y'all let me procrastinate like this??!! I'm leaving in the morning for Austin & BlogHer Food (and ecstatic!) but I'm so unprepared! I still have a million and one things to do! *Deep Breaths* 

I'm kind of a conference newbie - do y'all have any tips for me? If you do, leave them in the comments will ya?

Regardless, I've got something for you!! Do y'all remember back in January when I introduced y'all to Datevitation? Well, the awesome folks who run that show have partnered up with myself as well as some other fantastic bloggers to bring you a $200 CASH giveaway! Hello! Yes Please! 

What's even better is that they've offered all Charm + Sass readers a $10 off discount for your Datevitation order. You guys, I gave one of these books to my hubby for Valentine's Day and he loves it. Since January, Datevitation has revamped the options for your book so now it is even more customizeable and you can use it for anyone special in your life. Use code CHARMSASS10 to get $10 off on your order during June.

Enter below for your chance at winning and Good Luck! 
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Conference Season!

So, if you're a blogger then you probably  know that conference season is in full swing. I'm super excited about conferences this year - I"m slated to attend three! In less than a week I'm off to Austin for BlogHer Food and I cannot wait! This will be my first major conference and I'm giddy with excitement. 

I'm hoping to attend two more conferences this year; Blog Elevated  in Houston this September and then Bloggy Boot Camp in Dallas this November. I have big ideas and dreams for this little blog and I have no doubt in my mind that attending these conferences will be game changers for me. 

However, I need a little help. Yes, I'm shamelessly calling out for sponsors. The money I make with this blog isn't much, but what I do make goes right back into this space. Starting now, all money made from sponsorships will be used to get myself to the above mentioned conferences.

I work hard for my sponsors and I'd love to have you on my sidebar. If you're interested in working with me, please see my sponsor page for more information. If you have questions, or don't see anything that works for you - let me know. Maybe we can work something out! 

For the month of June, I'm offering 25% off all ad spots (sale starts today). My rates are very reasonable and with the added discount you are getting a steal of a deal! Check it out for yourself. Use promo code SPONSORLOVE at checkout to get the discount! 

Thanks for taking the time to read this & I look forward to working with you! Maybe I'll even see you at a conference this year! (I would love that too!)  
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FREE Scentsy Anyone?

Hey y'all! A few months ago my darling cousin started selling Scentsy. I'm sure by now you've all heard of it because it's pretty much everywhere and everyone seems to LLLOOOOVVVEEE it. 

Well I have a secret. Until recently, I'd never smelled a Scentsy bar in my life. Yes, I use wax warmers but I used to buy my wax at Walmart (sometimes still do!) and I even know how to make them myself. A few weeks ago I was at my cousins' place and she let me dive into the box containing her scent samples. Y'all. I liked 99.99% of them. Seriously.

Anyway, I'm not trying to sell y'all on Scentsy - what I'm trying to say is I'm having an online Scentsy party and y'all are all invited! Woo hoo - partay! 

All you have to do is RSVP to the Facebook event. From there you can shop "Lacey's Online Party" from the comfort of your PJ pants. 

Here's the thing - you've GOT to join the facebook event because I'm giving away a FREE Scentsy bar!! Anyone who makes a purchase from my party is automatically entered to win a bar of their choice - all of the details are on the event page. It's easy peasy! 

Let's party! 

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