It's that time of year again where I am trying my best to shop my pantry and freezer and use up a lot of what we have around the house.While researching some inexpensive menu items I came across some history. I love history and I love learning, so finding new meals and new … [Read more...] about Coq Au Vin: A fancy meal for us peasants
Homemade
~My Happy October Shawl~
I tend to be a yarn hoarder. I'm sure that statement surprised you, huh? haha. I have a massive basket of yarn, and then a few other baskets, and maybe some bags... oh well, you get the idea. I like yarn. I especially like it when I can find a nice yarn at a great discount. Which … [Read more...] about ~My Happy October Shawl~
Apple Chips
Today the kids and I made some apple chips, it didn't take long at all and they were so good... well, we almost ate every one by this evening. Grant it, we only had 3 apples to use. But that won't be the case for long, because we are hoping to pick up a bushel or two soon from … [Read more...] about Apple Chips
Making together
For about a week now, I have been telling myself that I have to get my kraut going... Not a hard task by any means, but one I just have to do. And when I have a million things swirling in my head thinking that I need to do one more is sometimes daunting. I was resolved … [Read more...] about Making together
Pumpkin Ideas and The Winner!
I recently had a local customer and friend contact me wanting several sets of pumpkins. She had an idea that she wanted to put together for her fall decor. I got started right away stitching up some pretty little pumpkins for her. She told me that when she finished with her … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Ideas and The Winner!
