Homemade Scoops Ease Household Chores
Karen Johnson
February 6, 2013
Simple scoops are easy to make from empty vinegar and 2-liter soda bottles. All you need are kitchen shears!
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Garden Planning In The City
Karen Johnson
February 5, 2013
This is nature I am planning with, things change. I cannot control these things, but I can plan for the eventualities.
We Bring Food
Kathy Harrison
February 4, 2013
We bring comfort and hold memories of good times and good food, shared history and the warmth of community.
Filled Cupcakes For Your Valentine
Karen Johnson
February 1, 2013
No matter who has your heart this Valentine’s Day, you can customize this basic cupcake recipe to meet their heart’s desire!
DIY: Dish Soap? Really?
Karen Johnson
January 31, 2013
After Country Life’s articles on making laundry soap and dishwasher soap, we heard you loud and clear: how about some dish soap? Here are the results!
Why We Garden
Galen Lehman
January 30, 2013
What is that makes us love gardening so much? Besides the fun we have squashing bugs and pulling weeds, there is a real sense of accomplishment. But, there are practical reasons, too!
Backstage at Lehmans: What You Don’t Know About Our Durable Denim Rugs
Karen Johnson
January 29, 2013
Because of the random nature of the donated denims, each of the woven rugs are one of a kind. There’s no set pattern. They just use every single inch they can salvage, turning out gorgeous handwoven pieces.
The Frugalista’s Homemade Maple-Flavored Syrup
Lisa Amstutz
January 28, 2013
Until we learn how to tap our maple trees and boil down our own syrup (yes, it is on our list of things to do here on our homestead!), this is the recipe I make to satisfy our craving for maple-icious pancakes.
The Frugal Domestic (Or, How To Spend To Save)
Kathy Harrison
January 26, 2013
When I was a child my mother always said that it was expensive to be poor. A good domestic economy enables a frugal home maker to take advantage of bargains by exercising restraint the rest of the time.
Cheesy (and Delicious) Recipes
jsmith
January 25, 2013
Swiss cheese is for more than sandwiches and crackers. Here are some wonderful ways you can enjoy it in your meals.
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