A chenille blanket is soft and cozy for a toddler. This DIY toddler gift can be made to match nursery décor. Our toddler grandson loves crocodiles right now so I wanted to make him a special blanket to use when he naps in the pack ‘n play. Tip: we waited to introduce a blanket until…
Home-making
Have you ever gone to the library to read Godey’s Lady Book or Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management? I want home to be a haven. Sewing, crafts, cooking, and finding a cleaner, healthier lifestyle are all important to me.
Easy yogi tea recipe – anti-inflammatory spices
I started making and drinking yogi tea when I decided I needed to stop drinking diet sodas. I developed this easy yogi tea recipe to be able to make some speedy batches and cut down on prep time. This tea is a good tool when you are trying to transition to healthy eating. Yogi tea…
Face masks for adults and children
Face masks have become a critical piece of personal equipment as COVID-19 or coronavirus continues to spread across the world. As all of us prepare for how this virus spreads, emergency preparedness is critical. Vaccines are not currently ready, so hand washing, disinfection, and caution about coughing and sneezing are vital. When cleaning your home,…
Candy cane Christmas ornament: Hobby horse
I’m sharing with you a candy cane Christmas ornament that has been in my family for three generations. There are great candy cane choices that include the traditional peppermint, chocolate, and famous fruit candy flavors (Jolly Rancher, Sweetarts, Starburst…). These candy cane stick horses add some sweet whimsy to your tree and give you a…
Fresh tomato sauce, tortellini, & grilled chicken
Don’t you just love it when all the summer tomatoes start coming in? This fresh tomato sauce for pasta works with heirloom tomatoes in mid-summer. It also works great with the late summer roma tomatoes (this version can be frozen to enjoy in the winter.) The tortellini adds a nice noodle-cheese punch to the dish….