Look around department stores, drug stores or even grocery stores and you are bound to see expensive, pre-made Easter baskets filled with toys and candy. Some children beg their parents for the most expensive ones because they have the coolest toys and the most candy. However, if you are looking for frugal fun Easter basket …
These Christmas Party Drink Ideas work as both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions. The non-alcoholic versions of these drinks are ideal for kids or simply for those who prefer not to drink, yet want a festive drink. If you like this post, please pin it to your pinboard on Pinterest. SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave …
Raspberry vinegar was the first flavored vinegar I learned to make. The Story Behind The Raspberry Vinegar Recipe The reason for that was I wanted to make Raspberry Pork Chops and I needed raspberry vinegar. Up to that point, I had never tried a flavored vinegar. In fact, I had never ate a raspberry. The …
Ok, I admit it, it isn't Easter in July, but hey, sometimes you get a craving to eat something out of season - and today was my day to make these Easter Basket Cupcakes
Have you ever wondered how to make polymer clay Christmas ornaments? I started wondering the same thing and so the experiment began. Along with the background story and tutorial below there are also links below to products I recommend from companies I have a referral relationship with. I will be compensated if you make …
Cherry season is here and one of the best ways to preserve them is by using a cherry canning recipe. After making two cherry pies, I really needed a different way to use up my pie cherries. I like unusual canning recipes that let my imagination run wild - both when creating them and later …
This white mint cake recipe is ideal for serving during the holidays. The candy canes, edible pearl dust and edible glitter stars add just the right amount of decoration to make it festive without being overpowering. Best of all, because I used a box cake and pre-made icing it was quick and easy to make. …
If you grow stevia in your garden, it is super easy to make your own stevia extract. What Is Stevia? Stevia is known for its super sweet leaves which can be used in place of sugar. Some people do not like the “plant” taste or seeing the leaf in their drinks, desserts, etc., so there …
Disclaimer: I received the Wolf Eyes Cosmetic Contact Lenses from Spooky Eyes complimentary in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
Banana bread made with applesauce is a delicious and simple dish. It is also very easy to make and for those of you who can food, use that applesauce you canned. This recipe will show you how to make banana bread using both bananas and applesauce. Applesauce is a great addition to baked goods especially …
I make a lot of homemade soap. Goat milk soap from scratch using goat milk from my own goats is my favorite but sometimes even I use melt and pour soap bases. The decision on what type of soap base to use depends on what properties I want that soap to have, what I bases I …
Everybody has a different method of dealing with their livestock during the winter. Today, here in Indiana the temperature is minus 13 F. That doesn't include the wind chill. Extreme temperature livestock care is essential - just as much as bringing in your dogs and cats. People often think that these animals survive in the …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. This worked with only a few hours charge however it was not real bright and I do believe that is because it was not fully charged. It is solar powered which is nice and wireless - so …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com talks about the New Version Brighter 8 LED Solar Security Motion Sensor that she received for review. I love this light. It is bright! It is so bright I can clearly see …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to talk about the JustNile Wooden Soap Dish Holder Tray that she received for review. This set of soap dishes is just what I needed. I have tried …
Apples and the crisp fall days of October seem to go hand-in-hand and that is no surprise since this is the month that apples are harvested. Drive by an apple orchard and you can smell the tangy, sweet odor of apples in the air. Often the smell is so strong you can literally …
Hey, I don't know about you, but for me, summer is sure a busy time and anything that I can make ahead and have on hand is a real life saver at times. Chocolate pudding is one of my all time favorite desserts - not to mention a scrumptious midnight snack! Here is an awesome recipe …
When I first saw a recipe for grilling citrus slices I wondered just how good those would be. I thought about the fact that I had a few extra lemons, limes and oranges in the refrigerator that really needed used up and thought what the heck. I also had canned lime juice, so creating …
Nothing says summer in Indiana quite like fresh corn-in-the-husk. The smell of corn being grilled over charcoal is enough to make your mouth water in anticipation of what is to come when it is ready to eat. However when you live in a place where there is corn everywhere you look and there is …
I was less-than-impressed with the limpness of the bacon on the Grilled Bacon Wrapped Corn With Lime And Dill, so I decided to try something slighter different this time around. I fried the bacon wrapped corn first, then wrapped it in foil and finished cooking it on a charcoal grill. Here is the technique I used …
I wanted to make fortune cookies for Valentine's Day and I came across this site that said you could make them using pre-made refrigerated pie crust. That sounded easy and I had some leftover pie crust left in the refrigerator that I was wondering what to do with, so I thought I would give …
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. All opinions contained in this post are my own and are my honest thoughts based on my own experience with this product. I love grilling. Food tastes so much better cooked over charcoal in my opinion however sometimes those grill grates …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. I do a lot of baking during the winter and grilling during the summer. I prefer using cast iron pans which get quite hot. While I do have some cast iron pot …
Disclaimer: This review and giveaway was made possible by Red Gold. I was compensated for my participation in this program, but all opinions are 100% my own. Finding great new ways to mix up old favorites is something I love to do. I was approached by Red Gold and offered a chance to participate in …
Deviled eggs was a staple recipe at my parents house on holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter - unfortunately I was born with an egg allergy so I never ate them. They were really pretty the way my mom made them - sometimes plain, sometimes sprinkled with paprika or parsley. I know they are a favorite …
Disclaimer: I received the Yumms BBQ Mat for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are my own. No matter what kind of food you want to barbeque, there is a barbecue grill out there that is perfect for your needs and budget but while you …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I love the Live Infinitely Forever Fused Infusion Water Bottle - and here is why. Infusion water bottles are not all the same. Yes, they do the same thing basically, but …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. To say I love these Kitchen Mastery Silicone Grill Gloves is an understatement - they are the greatest invention yet as far as I am concerned. They work perfectly on the …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I love Simple Grillin Mats. I hate scrubbing my grill grates and I hate stuck on nasty food remains. This product stops both. Simply lay it on your grill grate when …