My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… 43 Projects from The Homebuilt Winery! As everyone who appreciates a nice glass of wine knows, there’s a lot more to wine crafting than growing the perfect grape. The Homebuilt Winery: 43 Projects for Building and Using Winemaking Equipment is a comprehensive reference dedicated to helping home winemakers build […]
Of the 15 toys recalled in the United States so far this year because of the dangers they pose to children, 10 were manufactured in China. Chinese drywall imported from 2001 to 2007 released sulfur gas that sickened homeowners and corroded wiring, air-conditioning systems and other metal surfaces. Many of those homeowners are still trying […]
My Rural Mom friend suggested to me… A Cookbook Chock Full of Amazing Holiday Recipes! I love cooking, but during the holiday, even I get worn out with the continuous baking and festive meal prep. Wouldn’t you just love to have a delicious holiday meal that virtually cooks itself? Or some side help for the holidays […]
Wouldn’t you love to select the perfect gift for everyone on your holiday shopping list? Then take a gander at our top gifts selections for this year’s holiday gift giving season… you’ll be certain to find plenty of inspiration (and a printable shopping list, too!) Rural Mom Top Gifts 2012
New Heelys Swift style have removable wheels My boys have been fussing on and on about Heelys for some time now but I really didn’t have a clear idea why. Initially, I dismissed it. As we live in the country, dirt roads are plenty, opportunity to skate on concrete is not. When our town built a […]
Are they books or are they toys? It’s a bit difficult to niche Klutz into any one category. There may be a need to create a new category, one just for Klutz’s creative play options and the sheer joy their entertaining products offer for children and adults alike. My favorites are the DIY style craft […]
My love of nature and all the beauty produced by our wonderful earth is something I always like to share with my children. Each year we garden together and work on the farm, but though I have many plants indoors and out selected more for their aesthetic properties, I had yet to involve them in […]
Turkey Meatballs are perfect for a quick tasty dinner or for any holiday gathering! Turkey Meatballs Makes 8 Servings Ingredients 2 pounds ground turkey 1 ½ cups fresh white bread crumbs ¼ cup yellow onion, chopped ½ cup San-J Asian BBQ Sauce 2 eggs, beaten 1 Tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, minced 1 ½ cups San-J […]
When I need ideas for gift-giving, I’m also on the look-out for quality toys that inspire creative play. That’s not always easy to find in one spot, though. Many stores offer a hodge-podge of wonderful items, but it’s nice to be able to visit an online retailer like HearthSong, who is committed to recommending top-notch […]
