As we inch closer to blessed Christmas each day, there are things that are traditions here at the homestead... things that are special to our family.cups of hot chocolate on cold wintry dayssnuggles and quilts while reading togethergames, oh the games that are played during this … [Read more...] about Tis the season…
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How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Being that we are right upon 'the most wonderful time of the year'... my friend had a good idea and we decided that baking and decorating would be just right for our how-to class this week.We made up a batch of sugar cookies, which were probably the *best* I have ever tried.And … [Read more...] about How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Christmas Crafting 2011
I am sure you have seen Martha's No Knit Scarf floating around the internet. Well, let me tell you... it was so much fun! I made one this morning while the kids were doing their independent lessons and it was a pleasure. Just like making those friendship bracelets that we used to … [Read more...] about Christmas Crafting 2011
Our First Homeschool How-To Class
A friend of mine and I discussed having a day where we learn how to make herbal remedies, salves and such. We had our first lesson yesterday and it went over really well.We started out easy and used something that I already knew how to do.Elderberry SyrupI printed out some facts … [Read more...] about Our First Homeschool How-To Class
Serendipity
Not long after I posted this pin on Pinterest...... Did I find this beauty at one of my favorite local thrift stores!Love!!!Here is a terrible closeup of the lovely detail of this ornamentHoping you find treasures in unlikely places too!Merry, Merry! … [Read more...] about Serendipity
