If you're looking for a really cool project to chase away the winter blues or even lessen your reliance on electricity, then you will want to read on to learn how to make a solar oven! A solar oven made out of a cardboard box is an easy project that you can make, possibly with …
One of the main reasons to raise your own chickens is for the eggs. However, most chickens do not lay in the winter. There are many methods people use for preserving eggs for long term food storage. The method I prefer involves freezing the chicken eggs. Eggs keep up to six months in the freezer as long …
It is important to understand the importance of food preservation inventory lists and to be diligent about keeping one. The late winter and early spring months are a great time to take an inventory of the items in your food preservation pantry. Now if you are like me, you might have a list of what …
Building root cellars that work is something everyone can do, even those who live in an apartment. Root cellars work because they maintain cool temperatures, they are dark and they retain the right amount of humidity. Root cellars do not need to be underground unless you wish them to be. They can be above ground, …
Halloween is the most popular time of the year for using pumpkins in fall decorating, but pumpkins also work well for fall table decorations as well as Thanksgiving decorations. Decorating The Pumpkin The way you decorate the faux pumpkin dictates the type of decor it works best with. This particular pumpkin was decorated with …
If you've ever wondered what the best produce storage trays are, then you definitely want to read this post in its entirety because I have found the perfect solution! Finding the best way to store fresh produce so it doesn't easily bruise is challenging - especially if you store your fresh fruits and vegetables in …
This easy melt and pour lemon balm soap recipe is perfect for the beginning soap maker or for anyone who doesn't want to handle lye but wants to incorporate plants from their own garden into their soaps. Lemon balm has such as stimulating yet calming lemon scent with just a hint of mint that it …
If you're looking for an easy organic goat milk soap recipe that starts with a pre-made organic soap base, look no further! Best of all, this organic goat milk soap recipe gives you the option to use a store bought organic goat milk soap base or make your own using your favorite goat milk soap …
Many store bought soaps I have tried caused skin rashes or other issues with my sensitive skin, so I decided to make my own goat milk bar soap recipe. Soap is a necessity without a doubt, but store bought soap is often full of chemicals or heavy perfumes that trigger allergies. Organic soap is often hard …
If you are looking for a bar soap recipe, regardless if it is a melt and pour recipe or a recipe made completely from scratch using lye, there is sure to be a recipe below that is ideal for you and your family.
If you're looking for really simple Oreo cookie decorating ideas for Valentine's Day, don't miss this idea!
When it some to unique but easy Valentine's Day cupcake decorating ideas, these chocolate filled cupcakes decorated with hearts, sprinkles, chocolate flakes plus molded chocolate candies is sure to please the palate and the eye.
The Maker's Holiday Littles Figurines at Jo-Ann Fabric And Craft Stores are perfect for using to create a Christmas Fairy Garden Basket! My friend Karen McBride just loves to make fairy gardens and this time she came up with a super cute one made in a basket instead of a terrarium like she used in …
These DIY cork snowflake ornaments are yet another adorable Christmas decor idea my friend Nanette Jett Marden came up with. These are super easy to make and she suggested getting the corks at a local winery and the snowflake stickers at your local Dollar Tree, so really this is a very budget friendly holiday decor idea. …
Decorating the tree with butterfly Christmas Decorations is a great way to show off your love of butterflies and bring a touch of nature to your holiday decorating. DIY Butterfly Christmas Decorations The natural place to look for butterfly Christmas Decorations might be online if your favorite local shopping center does not have any available, …
Finding a quick, easy last minute picnic dessert isn't always easy, but this recipe for peaches that are grilled, then topped with yogurt and pecans is sure to fit the bill.
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Homestead Bloggers Network And FoodSafety.gov . The opinions and text are all mine. The holidays are here and that means you are either doing a lot of cooking or going someplace where a lot of cooking is being done, so understanding these important food …
This Santa Claus shaped marshmallow candy recipe is time consuming for sure, but the finished treats are beyond adorable!
This melt and pour goat milk soap recipe can be made using a soap bases you purchase or it can be made using a soap base that you made from scratch such as my basic goat milk soap recipe. This recipe calls for combining two different types of melt and pour soap bases. However, …
One of the advantages of raising goats is being able to make this goat milk soap recipe.
Making Christmas Wreaths for front door decoration is so simple, anyone can do it! All you need are a few materials and a little bit of holiday spirit! Make Your Own Christmas Wreaths For Front Door Decorating When it comes to making Christmas wreaths, how can you even stop at one? I know, I know...how …
The inspiration for this easy handmade card for Christmas came from Issue 164 of Papercraft Essentials Magazine. When I saw it on the magazine rack at an out of town Jo-Ann Fabric And Craft Store, the free stamps caught my attention, in part because Jeffrey likes Nutcrackers and in part because of the fairy stamp. …
Disclaimer: This is a guest post from Stewart Lonky, MD. The holidays are a busy time for most of us and large dinners mean lots of dirty dishes, however using glass dishes instead of paper plates is just one way to avoid toxins this holiday season.
One of the most celebrated holidays is Christmas, which is one reason why this tabletop Christmas Tree Card is such a great DIY decor idea.
Are you the type of person who loves to give people you know a cute handmade card during the holiday season? Do you want to stand out this coming holiday season and impress the ones you love by giving them a unique and cute handmade card? Or maybe you are a crafter who wants …
My friend, Karen McBride, has been hard at work on a Christmas Themed Fairy Garden. Once again, she has graciously allowed me to share another one of her fairy garden ideas with all of you.
Many people get an artificial Christmas tree because they have allergies, or otherwise find that real Christmas trees are not acceptable in their households, but did you know there are many artificial Christmas tree health concerns?
Making your own handmade creative greeting cards is fun for people of all ages, especially children.
These Nutter Butter Snowman Cookies are super easy to make because all you are doing is decorating them with some icing and pre-made candy decorations.
This cast iron apple crisp recipe is delicious. So much so that there was just one slice left at the end of the night and there are only two people in our household! Rarely do I see desserts disappear this quickly!
This quick and easy cinnamon roll apple pie casserole tastes great - and if you can, it is a great way to use up some of those apples you put up.
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. This post for the McCormick® Blogger Program. You can view the original recipe Peppermint White Chocolate On A Stick Recipe on the McCormick® website. All opinions are my own and are my honest opinions based on my own experience with the product. …
When it comes down to figuring out which cupcakes to make for Christmas, cute always wins out in our house.
This easy pomegranate lemonade drink recipe is delicious and refreshing regardless of the time of year. A Seasonal Drink Recipe Idea To create a party pleasing recipe that is ideal for the holidays - especially if you are looking for something that is non-alcoholic - add fruit that is in season, ice, rimming salt and …
Disclaimer: I received the items mentioned in this gift guide for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. The holidays are for young and old alike, so my intent with the toys and games gift guide is to provide you with some of …
Decorating store bought holiday cookies is so easy because all you are doing is the decorating.
Sometimes a chocolate dessert recipe is a little different than what one might expect. This particular chocolate dessert recipe isn't a cake or cookie, but rather a candy cane white chocolate dipped cherry with silver stars. Different is good - and these were certainly delicious! Not to mention how perfect a candy cane flavored dessert …
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive three hams from Frick's Quality Meats in order to compete in the Frick's Blogger Recipe Challenge. All opinions are my own. This honey marinade ham recipe goes one step further than just marinading the ham. It also calls for a spiced honey sauce to glaze the ham giving …
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I did receive three hams from Frick's Quality Meats in order to compete in the Frick's Blogger Recipe Challenge. All opinions are my own. The best part of making this easy brunch appetizer honey ham recipe is that no cooking is involved because the Frick's Quality Meats Applewood Smoked Sliced Ham …
Disclaimer: This article was written by Steve Cook. I felt it was good information that my readers could use. There are also links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. Check out these tips for prepping …