It is fun to make crafts but even more so when make them with the kids. I work in a dentist office and specialists offices bring in goodies and fun items as a thank you for our referrals. One such office brought in one of these faux gum ball dispensers. I fell in love and […]
FIREWORKS!!!
A number of years ago we took our children on a trip to Washington D.C. for the 4th of July. We had the opportunity to see the fireworks on the Mall with the “1812 Overture” playing in the background. I love the colors of our flag and ever since then, at this time of […]
Potion Bottles
I had a crazy thought on New Years Eve – Halloween Potion Bottles. I know crazy lady. What can I say? I was tired. But look how it turned out. Pretty Great!
Homemade Tomato Sauce
Homemade Tomato Sauce really is easier than it sounds. Like anything else it takes a little time, but really your stove and freezer will do the hard work. I don’t like to eat tomatoes and neither does my husband so I’m really not sure why we planted tomatoes. We must be crazy! So I ended […]
Shabby Shelf
It is amazing what can happen when you put simple items together. This Shabby Shelf was made from an antique frame and scraps of wood. Some new and some from the garage. It was time! The half bath on the main floor needed a new look. Well that being true, the real story is that […]
Elsa Cake
My daughter has been bugging me for months now about her birthday. She has wanted an Elsa cake the entire time, and has been just dying to have it. Her birthday finally came and we made the cake. I found this great idea from TwoSistersCrafting. I thought it was great, it included a link to […]
Father’s Day
I never know what to do for my husband for Father’s Day. Any one else have this problem? I sometimes ask him what he wants or he just buys what he wants. Like this year he bought a sledge hammer. I think it’s more fun to have something as a surprise, but that doesn’t always […]
Lemon plus spice is by far our favorite chicken marinade. This time it was Basil but right up there equal to Basil is Rosemary and Thyme. Ingredients 1/2 cup EVOO (extra virgin olive oil)1/4 cup lemon juice1 tsp lemon zest (optional)1-2 tbsp fresh chopped basil, rosemary or thyme1 tsp salt 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts […]
Crockpot London Broil is wonderful for those busy work days. I don’t use my crock pot nearly enough. I love to cook in the Fall but I have my fair share days when I reach for frozen Chicken Nuggets and Mac n’Cheese. I really need to be more organized. New Goal – make for Crock […]
4th of July
Flag Blocks
We’ve lived in our house a little over 3 years now and I’m finally getting around to decorating my family room. I was waiting for some sort of inspiration that wouldn’t brake the bank. I had a few pictures on the wall and I hung a flag quilt a couple of July’s ago, I liked […]
Spice Rubbed Pulled Pork
Sometime I want a great meat sandwich without having to go to a restaurant. You just can’t beat a good pulled pork. So here is another pulled pork recipe. “Spice Rubbed Pulled Pork” Spice Mix 1 tbsp onion salt 2 tbsp paprika 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground allspice 1/2 […]
Pecan Fudge Brownies
1 cup butter1/2 cup cocoa2 cups sugar4 eggs2 tsp vanilla1 1/2 cups flour, sifted1 cup coarsely chopped pecans In a large sauce pan melt butter. Remove from heat. Add cocoa and sugar. Blend in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts. Spread in a greased and floured 13″ X 9″ […]