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Simply Made Fancy Where simple meets fancy. Hi! I’m Angelina Mercado, a simple girl with fancy tastes. My passions are crafting, baking, cooking, decorating and entertaining.

I spend my days gathering ideas that will enable me to use my creativity. One of my favorite things to do is taking something that appears simple and inexpensive and turn it into a delightfully fancy creation.

09/23/2026

I love creating seasonal decor without spending a lot of money. Pops the scarecrow was made mostly from items. I already had at the house, including clothes my boys had outgrown. I may have lost a little sleep working on him after bedtime, but I’d say it was worth it.

Fun with our church family on this beautiful fall day.
09/19/2026

Fun with our church family on this beautiful fall day.

📚✨ Back to School 2026! ✨📚Another school year is here, and I couldn’t resist making a little back-to-school magic for my...
09/02/2026

📚✨ Back to School 2026! ✨📚
Another school year is here, and I couldn’t resist making a little back-to-school magic for my boys! 💙

I created this backdrop using some adorable free printable garland signs I found on Pinterest, then added school-themed inflatables from Amazon and colorful garlands to bring it all together. 🎈📓✏️

I truly love making these moments special for my boys and creating little memories they’ll hopefully look back on someday. ❤️

But this year feels a little different… because I have a FRESHMAN IN HIGH SCHOOL! 😭 Where did the time go?!

All summer long, he’s been asking me what high school was like, and I feel so blessed that I had such an amazing high school experience to share with him. So, of course, I gave him a little mom advice:

✨ Have fun! You only get these four years once, so don’t waste them worrying about things that won’t matter in the long run.

✨ Choose good friends. Surround yourself with people who encourage you, support you, and bring out the best in you.

✨ Keep God at the center. Seek Him for direction, wisdom, and guidance when you’re not sure which way to go.

✨ And yes… STUDY! 😂 Grades matter, so work hard and do your best.

✨ Be yourself. You don’t have to change who you are to fit in.

✨ And always be kind. You never know what someone else may be going through.

Here’s to a new school year full of growth, friendships, memories, new adventures, and maybe a few lessons along the way. 🥹💙

Happy Back to School! 🍎✏️📓

When I found out that Forrest Frank was coming on tour and we had the opportunity to go, I was so excited. My boys and m...
06/15/2026

When I found out that Forrest Frank was coming on tour and we had the opportunity to go, I was so excited. My boys and my husband all wanted to attend. But as we looked at our budget and the expenses we have coming up, we knew buying tickets wasn’t the wisest decision.

I prayed about it and felt peace that maybe this just wasn’t the right time for our family. I hoped that maybe next tour we’d be able to go. Still, I kept that date open on my calendar, wondering if somehow it might work out.

Then God showed up in the sweetest way.

On Friday afternoon—the day before the concert—a friend messaged my husband. His friends had 4 tickets but could no longer attend and wanted to bless another family with them. Since we’re a family of 5, we only needed one more ticket, and amazingly there was a seat available in the same row.

The next night, we were at the concert.

My boys loved every minute of it, but what meant even more was the lesson they experienced firsthand: God cares about even the little prayers we bring to Him. We praised Him, shed a few tears, and thanked Him for the opportunity.

In a world that can feel so negative and chaotic, it was refreshing to be surrounded by hundreds of people singing uplifting music and celebrating faith. I loved watching my boys see that honoring God and filling our minds with things that are good, true, and encouraging is something worth celebrating.

So grateful for God’s provision, the generosity of others, and a night our family won’t forget. ❤️

Have you ever had one of those days where everything is good, where you can clearly see God’s blessings all around you, ...
06/02/2026

Have you ever had one of those days where everything is good, where you can clearly see God’s blessings all around you, yet your heart still feels heavy?

Today was one of those days.

I was going about my normal routine—homeschooling, housework, preparing Taco Tuesday for my family, and sitting in meetings about my son’s future. The kind of day filled with responsibilities, blessings, and the beautiful overwhelm of motherhood.

As I was making dinner, worship music played in the background, and when “Jesus Is the Name” came on, everything stopped.

My heart began to pound. Tears filled my eyes. I found myself standing by my kitchen sink, praying.

Praying for friends and family.
Praying for heartbreaking news I received today about a family friend.
Praying for my home.
Praying for my three boys, that more than anything else, they would grow up to know and love Jesus.
Praying for wisdom as I steward all that God has entrusted to me in this season.

This morning’s in my devotional it talked about feeling overwhelmed, and it made me think: what if we viewed our overwhelm differently? What if instead of only seeing the weight of it, we saw the gifts God has called us to steward, care for, love, and guide in this unpredictable, fallen, and often heavy world?

Lately, I’ve been seeking God for more—not more of what this world can offer, but more of Him. More of His presence. More of His peace. More of His wisdom.

And there’s just something about the name of Jesus that brings me to tears every time.

Because when life feels unfair, uncertain, or beyond my control, I’m reminded that He alone is my hope. He alone is my peace. He alone is enough.

I was about to share a simple story about dinner, but instead God reminded me of something far more important:
Nothing matters more than being at His feet.

Jesus, I need You.

05/15/2026

Farmers market season is officially my happy place 🌿🍓🥖
There’s just something about walking through the market, finding the freshest ingredients, and discovering new things to try that makes me so happy. The second I start browsing, I’m already building a meal in my head based on whatever sparks my taste buds ✨🍅🧄
Today’s haul has me SO excited to get cooking, and I can’t wait to turn these finds into something delicious. I’m also working on a fun Farmers Market Meals series for my YouTube channel, which makes these market days even more inspiring 🎥🍽️
And of course, my son Dylan came along with me and happily snacked his way through the entire market 😂❤️ Nothing better than slow mornings, fresh food, and making memories together.

02/28/2026

Today we celebrate the independence of the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴 — and I couldn’t be prouder to have Dominican roots running through my veins.

The Dominican Republic gained its independence on February 27, 1844, and this day is more than just a date in history — it’s a celebration of strength, resilience, culture, and faith.

One of the most beautiful symbols of the DR is its flag. At the very center of it is the Holy Bible — open to John 8:32, which reads: “And the truth shall make you free.” That verse reflects the country’s deep faith in God and the belief that freedom is rooted in truth. The Bible placed at the center of the flag shows that faith isn’t just a part of the culture — it’s the foundation. God is at the heart of the nation. And what a culture it is. The food, the music, the beaches — unmatched.

Today, in honor of Independence Day and my heritage, my kids and I made some delicious Dominican food: tostones, queso frito, and salchichón. And let me tell you — did we enjoy our meal? Absolutely! This was way better than pizza night. 😂 There’s something special about sharing the flavors of your culture with your children. It’s more than food — it’s history, pride, and love served on a plate.

Happy Independence Day to the Dominican Republic! Forever proud. 🇩🇴✨

02/14/2026

Love creating little moments that make my boys feel extra special 💕

This morning they woke up to the sweetest Valentine’s surprise. I had the breakfast table all set up with fun decorations, festive balloons from Dollar Tree, and a whole lot of love. Our fireplace mantel — the spot that always gets decorated for every holiday in our dinning room — was dressed up for Valentine’s Day too ❤️

For breakfast, my husband made the cutest heart-shaped waffles 🧇, I put together a cranberry drink and fruit cups, and of course set out candy and their favorite chocolates. Seeing their faces light up was everything.

I also picked up the “Food Group” series books and plushies from as part of Kohl’s Cares collection. I love that each book and plush represents one of my kids and some of the struggles they’ve walked through. It’s a sweet and meaningful gift.

Today is a reminder that God is love 🤍 Because of Him, we get the beautiful gift of loving others and being love in this world. I pray my boys always know how deeply they are loved — by us and by Him.

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Not sure about you, but a cold, snowy day makes me want to bake and make something extra special ❄️🍩A few years ago I fo...
01/25/2026

Not sure about you, but a cold, snowy day makes me want to bake and make something extra special ❄️🍩
A few years ago I found a recipe for air fryer donuts, and wow—total game changer. They’re soft, airy, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and I don’t feel quite as guilty eating them since they’re not fried in oil 🙌
When we redid our kitchen last year, I got an oven with an air fryer feature, which makes it perfect for big batches of these donuts all at once. They’re a yeast donut, so they take time (and a lot of love), but that slow, cozy process is exactly what snowy days are for.
And at the end? A warm, fluffy donut paired with tea or hot cocoa… absolute perfection ☕🤍

Three Kings Day, or the Feast of the Epiphany, has become one of those quiet, meaningful traditions in our home that I’v...
01/06/2026

Three Kings Day, or the Feast of the Epiphany, has become one of those quiet, meaningful traditions in our home that I’ve truly come to cherish. It’s funny to say because I didn’t grow up celebrating it at all—but somewhere along the way, I embraced it with my kids, and now it feels like it’s always belonged to us. Each year we gather for a nice, fancy dinner, lingering a little longer at the table as if we’re refusing to let Christmas slip away too quickly. I bake a Roca del Rey and tuck a tiny baby Jesus inside, and the excitement of finding Him has become a moment everyone looks forward to.
For us, this day beautifully extends the Christmas season into the new year. It gives us space to reflect on the fulfilled prophecy of Jesus Christ’s birth and the wonder of the Magi—scholars from the Far East, who recognized exactly what was taking place and followed the star in faith. What started as something unfamiliar has grown into a treasured family tradition, one that blends faith, history, food, and togetherness in the most meaningful way.

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