Disclaimer: I received this product for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Fabric markers are a necessity for me. Both of my embroidery machines are older and often mess up the designs I am stitching out. Before getting fabric markers I would either ditch …
For those who do not have a self-cleaning oven or who do not want to run the self-cleaning cycle, there is another way to easily clean your oven. Years ago I did not have a self-cleaning oven. I moved a lot and sometimes the oven in the home I moved into was nasty. Through it …
Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com shows you step-by-step how to make this DIY Birthday Gifts Mason Jar Planter. Of course, this DIY Mason Jar Planter is so cute that it would work for Valentine's Day, a pick me up for a friend who is feeling down or under the weather and - really - for …
Disclaimer: I received this product for free or at a reduced price 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 Oria Adjustable Temperature Soldering Iron that she received for review.
As I sit at my Union 36 floor loom today weaving with hand woven yarn I found at the local thrift shop this morning, my mind begins to wonder. When I made the decision to start leaning about creative fiber arts I had no idea what a journey this was going to be. The yarn …
This post is a pictorial view of a newly hatched chick standing beside a chick that hatched six weeks ago. The size difference is amazing.
ORLAND PARK, IL – For as long as there have been extension cords, people have been plugging the cords together and trying to figure out ways to keep those exposed connections protected from water and weather. Now they can forget about wrapping those extension cord plug connections in duct tape or plastic bags. “I finally …
Disclaimer: I received this product for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Years ago the majority of people relied on natural remedies - eating or brewing common plants such as the dandelion - that is now considered a weed - into a delicious, healthy …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free or at a reduced price in exchange for my honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own. It's been a rainy spring and summer here in Indiana so I was quite happy to receive the cldbrandsnethat Mosquito Repellent Camouflage Safari Net Hat for trial. The weeds are taller …
Sheri Ann Richerson from ExperimentalHomesteader.com is joined by Jeffrey Rhoades to assemble and talk about the Sonoma Outdoor Steel Fire Pit she received for review.
Disclaimer: I did receive 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 Live Infinitely Indoor Hammock Hanging Kit she received for review.
Disclaimer: I did receive 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 Live Infinitely Double Camping Hammock she received for review. This is a great, lightweight yet durable hammock that I am able to …
Making your own butter is not hard, even if you don’t have milk animals. Butter can be made from cow, goat and sheep cream which comes from their milk. You can also buy heavy whipping cream at the store and make butter from it. If you are using raw or home pasteurized milk instead of …
If you are growing your own peanuts or simply have access to a batch of peanuts at a good price, why not make your own peanut butter? Homemade peanut butter is good for two weeks from the day it is made. It does need to be kept in the refrigerator. It is easy to make …
The trick to creating the perfect herbal tea recipes or dessert is moderation. You don’t want everything you serve to contain herbs or you may find your guests a bit burned out on the taste. Offer both herbal and non-herbal teas and desserts so that your guests may mix and match according to their personal preferences. …
Pansies and violas are often some of the first flowers of spring. In mild winters you may have some varieties of pansies that make it though the winter. These beautiful flowers are easy to press for a multi-tude of floral crafts including book marks, candles, natural decorated lamp shades and potpourri. Besides being a popular …
This should maybe be named how not to cut your head off when making your own home video! LOL! I like how the video itself turned out except for that one flaw, so I am uploading it! The salad contains a variety of greens, lettuce, red mustard, purple basil, rose petals, dill and parsley - …
(C) Sheri Ann Richerson and Julius Boos History Of: Aroids are believed to be one of the oldest cultivated crops known to man. They were grown in Asia as a food crop over 10,000 years ago. It is believed that many Asian rice-growing terraces were originally developed for Colocasia cultivation. The rice that has subsequently …
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 …
Learn how easy it is to make homemade lime sherbet.
Just a note to let all of you know that in the coming months you will be seeing more on the Cricut Cake Machine. I recently purchased one in hopes of making elegant edible decor a little faster than what I can do it by hand. I have tried to use this machine once and …
Creating an elegant meal is about more than just the food. The atmosphere is equally important because - let's face it - no matter how fancy the food looks, if the decor is too simple, the overall effect will not be the same. It is possible to jazz up your dining table - even if …
Roses are edible, so here are a couple rose petal and rose hip recipes. Both rose petals and rose hips are edible. Be sure to harvest both the roses and the hips from rose bushes that have not been sprayed or fed with a chemical systemic. Organic grown rose bushes are the ones you should …
(BPT) - Grab your fork and knife. Amateur and professional foodies alike highly anticipate the newest food trends, and 2013 will not disappoint. Throughout the country, restaurants and home cooks are utilizing their creativity to make food that satisfies the palate and leaves a lasting impression. Indulge your passion for food and drink with …
Last summer my dad bought a SodaStream machine. At first I thought this is going to save some money, then I realized the concentrates all contain sucralose - the exception being the flavors used for flavoring water (since this posting I have found some that contain pure cane sugar). That changed my mind. I either …
Kale and Swiss chard are superfoods. Yes, that means they are good for you! Now some of you might be saying yuck, but let me assure you once you learn how to properly cook these two leafy greens, you will acquire a taste for them. This is good because both of these will grow - …
Last week, at the farmers market, I came across some flat green beans. I had never seen green beans like these before and was intrigued. I spoke to the farmer who explained that you cook them like green beans only they take less time. He said it took a mere 5 to 10 minutes to …
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 …
I really like corn chips, but the ones you buy are full of preservatives, GMO's (genetically modified organisms) and grease - unless you can find organic corn chips at a store near you. In my case, I have to drive almost two hours to get to a store that has them. Frankly, most of …
I use homemade butter in all my recipes, but you don't have to. Store bought butter works - and while real butter is best, you can use a butter spread if you prefer. The only thing that is important is getting the additives mixed into the butter properly. You can use a blender or …
Some of you know, by now, that I like to alter recipes and put my own twist on them. I made a loaf of fresh bread yesterday and did just that. Here is my recipe. I hope you enjoy it! Do try some of the raspberry butter on it - fresh or made into toast. …
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 really am loving the Maverick Infrared BBQ Surface Thermometer I bought on Amazon.com - and I know I will use it far more often than I do a traditional food thermometer now that I have it.
I'm truly loving my new Himalayan salt block. Just laying a piece of meat on it adds flavor and tenderizes the meat at the same time. How easy is that? There is no need to add additional salt to your food when you cook it if you pre-season your meat using this method. The …
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. I am being compensated to participate in #Switch2Swerve challenge through the Bookieboo Influencer Network . I will switch out my regular sweetener to Swerve Sweetener from November 18, 2013 through December 20, 2013. All opinions are my own and are my honest opinions based on …
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. I am being compensated to participate in #Switch2Swerve challenge through the Bookieboo Influencer Network . I will switch out my regular sweetener to Swerve Sweetener from November 18, 2013 through December 20, 2013. All opinions are my own and are my …
Disclaimer: The reviewer has received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. I am being compensated to participate in #Switch2Swerve challenge through the Bookieboo Influencer Network . I will switch out my regular sweetener to Swerve Sweetener from November 18, 2013 through December 20, 2013. All opinions are my own and are my …
Sometimes simply finding the time to cook is difficult. Let's face it, opening a box or a can and cooking that is much easier - but that homemade taste just isn't there - and if you want something more, well - that is a challenge. You can spice up food from a box or …