I may sound like a clanging gong, but… I am loving doing most of my stuff "homemade". I have been cooking from scratch and baking and such for a good while now, but it is always good to learn something new. I feel such satisfaction when I learn a new, old way of doing … [Read more...] about How to: Make your own vanilla extract
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Ppppp PITA
I have been trying to incorporate more 'life learning' into our children's homeschool experiences. I want my kids to have plenty of *book learnin* ~wink, wink~ but I want them to know how to DO things as well!So... you know I have been quite gung ho about making all of our meals, … [Read more...] about Ppppp PITA
Artisan Bread in a Dutch Oven
A few weeks back a friend of mine came over for a while and showed me her way of making bread. It was wonderful and now has been adopted as the 'go-to' recipe to make with dinner for our family.It is from the book Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a DayHere's the recipe:3 cups lukewarm … [Read more...] about Artisan Bread in a Dutch Oven
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
