Delicious Homemade Super Bowl Appetizers

01.27.2019 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Let’s be honest, 2 of the best things about Super Bowl are the food and the commercials. While the football is awesome too, it starts to feel played out. We can’t control the commercials but you can dominate the food with these delicious homemade Super Bowl appetizers!

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While I love football, the kiddos don’t get as hyped about the whole thing as I do. That doesn’t mean they don’t get excited about Super Bowl. They love it when we load up the coffee table with dozens of delicious treats to munch on during the game.

Of course, we always include our favorite, these amazing Coffee Wings, but the Super Bowl appetizers change out. This year we’re definitely giving these amazing recipes a try!

Air Fryer Fried Pickles (Mommy Hates Cooking)

Fried pickles are seriously delicious and this air fryer version is easy to make! Everyone will love munching on these during the big game!

Hot Bean Dip (Sparkles to Sprinkles)

Of course, you also need something hot and delicious to dip your chips in. That’s the staple of any good party! This delicious bean dip won’t disappoint your family or guests.

Nachos Deluxe (Ann’s Entitled Life)

Nachos are my second favorite thing in the world, coming only behind tacos. These nachos are piled high with everything you love snacking on.

Buffalo Chicken Tortilla Pinwheels Recipes (Home Cooking Memories)

Finger foods are another staple for any party. These buffalo chicken pinwheels are easy to make and a little more substantial than the chips and dips.

How to Make Queso (The Kittchen)

Cheese! Always yes to cheese! She makes queso look easy with this delicious recipe. You can even amp up the party with her tips to create a queso bar for your guests during the big game.

BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites (Wondermom Wannabe)

Keep protein levels high with these amazing bite sized treats! Everything you could ever want in a delicious, poppable appetizer.

Oven Baked Calamari Recipe (Dizzy, Busy, and Hungry)

Calamari may seem fancy for Super Bowl but you definitely won’t regret making this easy baked version!

The Best Cheese Ball You’ll Ever Snack On (Oh, Mrs. Tucker)

If you’re not the one hosting the party this year, you can bring this delicious cheese ball recipe. Cheese balls travel easily and are always a favorite.

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Smokies (DIY Adulation)

Serve up these bite-size treats with some barbecue sauce and you’re ready to enjoy the game in minutes. You totally have my permission to sneak one before serving.

These delicious homemade Super Bowl appetizers are the perfect people-pleasing recipes for your celebration. Even if it’s only you and the kids, you can’t go wrong with yummy food and football.

Now let’s move on to another party, this week’s Merry Monday link party. Share your awesomeness below and check out what your friends are sharing. Don’t forget to check out the other hosts to see if you were featured!

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Show Your Team Spirit with a DIY Football Noisemaker

09.14.2018 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Are you ready for some football?! If that doesn’t bring images of Hank Williams, Jr. to your mind you are missing out. Before you go any further, you should totally watch it… You back? Now that you’re pumped, find out how to show your team spirit with a DIY football noisemaker.

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I love football! So much so that during the last Bengals game I was sick in bed and my husband was texting me game updates from the family room. (Yes, I was a little smug when my team beat his.)

I’ve even done a paint and sip where we made an awesome piece of Bengals artwork. It just gets me excited and pumped up. That’s why I want to find new ways to show my team spirit, like this DIY football noisemaker.

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I saw the water bottle in the store and a light bulb went off. Thank you Dollar Tree for the constant influx of inspiration. Now, you can support your team too with this super easy project.

Materials

Kids Football Shaped Water Bottle (I found mine at Dollar Tree)
Spray Paint in Team Color (This is the one I used)
Acrylic Paint in Secondary Team Color (Like this black)
Acrylic Spray Sealant
Small Metal Washers

Step 1

First, remove the tags and any stickers from your water bottle.

Tip:

If you water bottle has a sticker on it, make sure you wash the sticky residue off before moving on.

Step 2

Then, unclip the strap from the water bottle and set it to the side.

Step 3

Next, cover your water bottle in spray paint on all sides and let it dry.

Tip:

You may have to spray one side, let it dry, then turn over and spray the opposite side.

Step 4

After your spray paint has dried, check your water bottle for any gaps in paint. Fill in those gaps with more spray paint. Again, allow your paint to dry.

Step 5

Next, use your acrylic paint in the secondary team color to paint the team initial or design. For example, I’m a Bengals fan so I painted tiger stripes on my water bottle. If I were making this for my husband (who is a Colts fan), I would paint the horseshoe or a block letter “C” on it. Do what works for your team.

Step 6

Then allow your acrylic paint to dry completely before moving on.

Step 7

After you paint has dried, go back over your lines and darken them with a second coat of acrylic paint.

Step 8

After your acrylic paint has dried, take your lid off of the water bottle and add your washers to the bottle.

Step 9

Then put the lid back on and seal your washer-filled water bottle with acrylic sealant.

Tip:

Again, you may have to spray one side, let it dry, and then spray the other side.

Step 10

Lastly, reattach the strap to your water bottle. This makes it easy to carry at the game (or tailgating).

Now you have the perfect DIY football noisemaker to support your favorite team! It’s also so inexpensive to make that you can make one to support your kid’s school team, your favorite college team, and your NFL giant. Then you’ll be ready for every game!

Before you go, the football lover in me has to know who your favorite team is. Let me know in the comments (unless you’re a Steelers fan lol).

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More Ideas You’ll Love:

DIY Upcycled Bengals Throw Pillow
Free Printable Football Bingo Kit
How to Be Productive During Football Season
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DIY Upcycled Bengals Throw Pillow

01.25.2018 by Marie // Leave a Comment

Have you ever noticed how right after playoffs your social media fills up with angry fans mad that their team isn’t in the Super Bowl? It is one of the feelings that I simply can’t relate to. Would you like to know why? I’m a Bengals fan. The last time my team saw a Super Bowl was in the 80’s.

That doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy making awesome stuff that supports my team. Super Bowl still brings out the creative football spirit even when your team isn’t in the game. This DIY upcycled Bengals throw pillow is easy to make and easy to customize to your favorite team.

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The Rules:

Upcycle an item(s) from a thrift store, resale store, or garage sale into a new piece of decor.
There’s no monthly theme.
There’s no budget to stick to.

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Materials

Old Bengals Jackets (or team of your choice)
Scissors
Sewing Needle
Black Thread
Poly-Fil

Step 1

First, cut the back of the jacket into a rectangle that includes the team logo.

Step 2

Next, fold your rectangle in half with the right sides of the fabric facing in.

Tip:

In this case, the right side is the side with the team logo.

Step 3

Now sew around the edges of your pillow until only 2-3 inches of the seam remain unsewn.

Step 4

Then turn your pillow right-sides out.

Step 5

Next, stuff your pillow with Poly-Fil.

Step 6

After your pillow is filled to your liking, sew the corner opening closed.

I seriously cannot stop squeezing this pillow. It is so soft! The fact that it represents my team makes me absolutely love it. Make your own DIY upcycled Bengals throw pillow or find a jacket that represents your favorite team. Then find out how to use the front of your jacket to make this DIY Cincinnati Bengals Purse. Now it’s time to see what other thrifty ideas my friends came up with this month. Check them all out below!

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And now for more thrifty goodness!

Check out what my fellow upcyclers created below!

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