We Stay Connected with Walmart Family Mobile Unlimited Plans, MyTouch Cell Phone, and Super Savings
I am a member of Collective Bias Social Fabric Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias and their client. All thoughts and opinions are solely that of Rural Mom. About a month ago I shared our plans to surprise Rural Dad with the Walmart Family Mobile […]
How to Measure Properly for a Sewing Project
One of the best things about custom-tailored clothing is that it can be made to fit perfectly. Instead of going to the store and buying one size that’s made to fit various body types, you can have clothes that fit just right in every way. It definitely beats buying a small only to find that […]
Quick and Breezy Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake Recipe
Maybe you can’t jet off right now to bask in the glow of the tropical sun… but you can capture the flavors of an island paradise in this Caribbean-inspired dessert. The key to exotic flavoring is a quality flavored rum, the base is comprised of simple off-the-shelf ingredients. Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake Ingredients 1 box […]
6 Quick and Healthy Snack Ideas Kids Love
My kids snack constantly in the summer, but rather than purchasing snacks from the store, which are often filled with sugar and other non-essential ingredients we prefer to limit, it pays to come up with some clever healthier alternatives to have on hand. With a little advanced planning, you can have quick and easy snack […]
Hidden Benefits of Knitting #DIY
Non-knitters often consider knitting monotonous and boring. It’s true that knitting is not a fast-paced hobby like skydiving, but it does have lots of benefits. In fact, many experts are convinced that knitting has therapeutic properties. Anyone who knits will tell you that knitting is a wonderful remedy for stress. At the end of a tough day, […]
Melt and Pour Soap Making Tips and Techniques – Easy #DIY
Soap is something that we all use. For some, one soap is as good as another. For others, skin issues or personal preferences dictate that certain kinds of soap be used. If you’re particular about your soap, making it yourself will allow you to ensure that it only contains the ingredients you want to use. […]
Canning Labels Made Easy with Pantry Paratus and Modern Harvest #DIY
Over the years I’ve used all types of marking and labeling options for home-canned goods. The easiest is simply using a market to scribe the contents and date on the lids, but it’s not very attractive for gifting or for table presentation during holidays or picnics. Stick on labels are a decent option, but […]
Pressured Cooked Roma Tomato Roasted Chicken and Herbs #Recipe #DIY
Earlier this week, we shared how easy it is to make strawberry jam with the aid of fabulous tools from the Fagor Duo Pressure Canning Set, but did you know you can use the main component- your pressure cooker for so much more? If you are looking for a tool to place a healthy, […]
Tattler Reusable Canning Lids #Eco #DIY
For more years that I likely care to count, I’ve been using traditional canning methods to preserve our garden goodies. Traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation, tried-and-true methods captured by some of the best canning product manufacturers and tweaks that suit my own preferences. There’s been very little change in my […]
Making Strawberry Jam
Fagor Jar Lifter makes it super easy to lift hot jars in and out of the pressure cooker. I get a little giddy when strawberries are in season. For me, it not only signifies that I’ll soon be filling my plate with one of my favorite fruits but also that I’ll soon be pulling […]
Best Travel Buddy = SeatPets
Keeping children entertained on car trips is always a challenge. Keeping children comfortable during a car ride is an even bigger one. Countless times my children have tugged at their seat belts or have had neck pains from sleepy, floppy heads. What’s the solution? Well, you can pack a bag of play toys, a pillow […]
Strawberry Pretzel Cake Recipe
This is an oldie but goodie my family has been enjoying for generations. With strawberry season in full swing (at least here in Kentucky it is,) it’s also a great way to celebrate nature’s goodness! Strawberry Pretzel Cake Ingredients 2 cups pretzels, crushed 1 medium container of Cool Whip 2 cup hot water 1 stick […]