Ideas for Handmade Valentine Cards DIY
Valentine’s Day is a time to show our partners how much we love them. It’s a time of flowers, chocolates, and special dates. And last but not least, it’s a time for Valentine cards. You can simple grab a stock greeting card, but if you have a little extra time, creating your own adds a […]
Chocolate Soufflé Recipe
Our friends from BetterEats.com, Everyday Health’s new food site want to bring a warm, wintry dessert to your rural table with this fabulous recipe (perfect for Valentines Day.. .enjoy!) Chocolate Soufflé Soufflés may look like a restaurant-only dessert, but they are actually easy to make. Whip them up right after dinner and enjoy while they’re still warm […]
How To Choose the Right Yarn for Your Knitting or Crochet Project
When it comes to knitting and crocheting, choosing the right yarn is instrumental to the outcome of your project. There is a mind-boggling array of yarns out there to choose from, but all of them will not work for all projects. Most knitting and crochet projects list a suggested yarn in the instructions. This yarn […]
The Bouquet is a Lovely Cinematic Treat Just in Time for #ValentinesDay
I always think of Valentines Day, not just as a holiday for lovers, but as a holiday that offers a terrific reminder to express your love for all those you hold dear. As such, I like to find special treats for family members and friends to help brighten their Valentines Day enjoyment. This year I […]
5 Creative Things to do With Fleece
Felt any fleece lately? You’d know that feeling anywhere, right? Truth is, few fabrics can compete with the soft warm fuzziness of this fabulous synthetic answer to wool. Fleece is amazingly durable. When you toss it in the wash it won’t fade, fray or shrink. Add to that its lightness, breath-ability and warmth, and you’ve got a […]
Rural Mom Guide for February #DIY #Farm
Winter winds are whipping around for many of us, but there’s still plenty to focus on! February is a great month to: – find deals on lingerie, menswear, jewelry and picture frames – snag clearances on electronic left-overs from the holidays, sports equipment, and of course, after-Valentines Day candy and goodies – prune fruit trees, […]
CAMUS Passion Fruit Mousse Cocktail #Recipe
Photo & recipe provided by CAMUS After a month of working hard on your resolutions, it’s time to celebrate! Smooth, delicious and refreshing, the Camus Passion Fruit Mousse Cocktail offers a perfect way to recharge and renew your goals (plus, it’s also a delightful drink to add some sparkle to the upcoming Valentines Day season.) CAMUS […]
Date Orange Sauce – What’s Cook’n #Recipe Hop
What’s cook’en in your kitchen this week? Check out our recipe for Date Orange sauce, then scroll down to see more recipes below for inspiration! Date Orange Sauce Dates have a sweet, sugary, dry taste texture that when combined with oranges and spice, makes a fine sauce suitable for glazing, dipping, sauteing, marinating, or for […]
How to Choose a Sewing Machine
To the uninitiated, all sewing machines may look alike. But to the crafter, each sewing machine has its own unique features. Different machines are suited to different purposes, and some are created to be used for a variety of projects. Choosing the right machine is not to be taken lightly. If budget is not a […]
Money Saving, Hypoallergenic, Eco-Friendly Laundry Solution – Robby Wash Ball
Most weeks, I feel like I spend more time in the laundry room than any other room in the house. With two pre-teens, a mechanically adept husband, sports, outdoor activities, gardening and so on… the stacks of dirty duds keep piling sky high! Naturally, minimizing the cost of laundry detergent, keeping energy bills down, and […]
Clean Water Should Be a Basic Right #WaterAid
How often do you think about the water you drink? Perhaps you use a filtration system to help purify, but even without, most of us in the United States can drink water in our homes without worry of deadly contaminates. We can run water freely for baths, dishes, laundry, and even enjoyment. It’s certainly easy […]
Tangy Sweet Shrimp With Honeydew Peach Salsa
If your new years goals include the notion to eat healthier dishes, this shrimp salsa recipe will do the trick nicely. It’s a great way to add more fruit into your diet in a savory way. Tangy Sweet Shrimp With Honeydew Peach Salsa 4 Tbsp rice vinegar 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 4 Tbsp finely […]