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 […]
Bernstein Bears Limited Edition Golden Gift Set
When my daughter was little, my mother purchased a Berenstain Bears video for her to watch. She was mesmerized and just about wore that video out when visiting grandma’s. Thankfully, my mother held on to that video and added more Berenstain Bears titles to her collection so that my sons could enjoy the cute antics […]
Hershey’s Cookies n Creme Cereal
Few things can put a smile on my son’s face in the morning like serving up a favorite breakfast item. Cereal is a staple in our home and the ones with chocolate are by far, the favorites. So, it’s not surprising that the newest Big G cereal Hershey’s Cookies ‘n’ Creme was an instant hit. […]
Sweet Cheesecake Dreams are Made by Miss NiNi’s
Miss Nini’s Italian Tiramisu Cheesecake I received Miss NiNi’s products for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own. Cheesecake is my favorite dessert. I’ve certainly made my share of tasty variations, but none so delectable as those made by a cheesecake wizard like Miss […]
Dos and Don’ts for Parents of Summer Campers
It’s relatively easy to figure out what to pack for camp, but sending your child off to summer camp comes with a bundle of complexities. Mary Jo Rapini, author of Start Talking, shares some terrific tips for parent’s of campers: Most camps are meant for kids, not for their parents. However, if you are a […]