Because Life's Strength & Beauty is Made at Home!
Because Life's Strength & Beauty is Made at Home!
Summer harvest season is upon us. Vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs. Praise God for this abundance! It is time to savor, gather and preserve all this goodness. Herbs are on my mind but I needed a...
Need ideas for a Garden Theme Birthday Party? Our baby girl turned 2 years old last week. They just grow so fast don't they? Because the weather, the garden and the back patio is beautiful right now...
Does a sexy dark wall color in a SMALL bathroom scare you? Don't let it. Dark walls - even black can be done. The resulting will be moody, intimate cozy, timeless and FABULOUS. Let share with you...
A functional and BEAUTIFUL pantry is an essential part of any home. Be it a cottage, farmhouse or country home - a pantry must function like a workhorse. BUT it can also be simply pleasing to the...
Gosh am I READY to share this project with you!! I started it and filmed it months ago but with moving and all it has been put on the back burner. Despite having to do this project TWICE because the...
Even though the Holidays can often be all hustle and bustle, it is nice to slow down focus on family and friends & just time together. Gift giving is part of all the fun but does NOT have to...
Having a well-stocked DIY Home First Aid Kit is such an important part of a home. Keep in mind that if conventional medications are not your thing a home medical/first aid kit could be stocked with...
Fall is nearly here! Planning and putting together Fall decor and making our homes cozy is just the best. A beautiful Fall wreath can really add something extra special to a Fall space. You could...
Decorating for Fall is one of my very favorite things to do to make my home feel warm and cozy. I love looking at all the beautiful wreaths, pumpkins and warm earthy colors of throw pillows and...
If you have been with me very long at all, you know how much I LOVE thrifting and finding antique treasures for my home. Beautiful doors give a home such character and charm. . . new doors can be...
Practical birthday gifts are just the best! This year my sister moved into a new home, had a new baby and still works FULL TIME. She would really like and certainly deserves a beautiful, welcoming...
Designing and dreaming continue this week! . . . I am working on my favorite spaces second to the kitchen - Bedrooms! I continue to draw on Timeless Traditional Decor in these spaces. This style is...
We are building a brand new home and I cannot tell you how excited I am. I have been planning, designing and dreaming about what it will be like and look like. I have had difficulty putting words to...
Wicker patio furniture has that classic, timeless style. It is simple but beautiful, inviting and incredibly comfortable at the same time. While there are gorgeous NEW wicker sets out there, there's...
Wooden kitchen tools have found a permanent place in my home. Salad bowls, wooden spoons and spatulas, cutting boards, rolling pins, butcher block. . . they are all essential WORKHORSES in my...
Non-toxic & Whole Food based The world we live in is full of toxins and artificial ingredients. We know this and I think most of us are looking for simple ways to limit our family's exposure....
In honor of SPRINGTIME, I have created a special Free Printable for all of you. This Spring Stationery for the Homemaker set includes: recipe card, shopping list, to-do list, note card, and gift...
In Northwest Montana the winters are long . . .oh so long. It is such a welcome blessing when the sun begins to shine again and the days become longer. To get us through the long, dark winter months...
This all natural essential oil salve is so versatile. I have used it with excellent results for all kinds of skin issues from eczema to acne, baby diaper rash to dry skin. My family's skin has been...
Cheesecake . . . creamy, rich but not too sweet. A favorite of so many, including most of my household. This is a birthday request favorite around here. So I have had to perfect this homemade...
Oh man let me introduce you to hands down BEST soft & chewy oatmeal cookie you have ever eaten. These cookies are just so good. The tart cranberry and creamy white chocolate make them an extra...
Okay, okay so I know there are a lot of chocolate chip cookie recipes out there that claim they are the best but TRUST me. . . I have done A LOT of research, experimentation and taste testing. This...
Looking for the perfect recipe that highlights the flavor of your fresh in-season fruit? This fruit Gelato is dense, rich, soft, creamy and FULL of flavor. The best part of this recipe is - NO...
This warm, sweet fruit crisp with a crunchy, cinnamon oatmeal topping is just the BEST. As the weather begins to cool slightly apples, pears, peaches and even plums ripen and a Fall Harvest Fruit...
I can't think of a single person who doesn't enjoy a good muffin. . . muffin with coffee in the morning is just about as perfect as it gets. These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are absolutely out of...
This fudge caramel coffee cream tart is perfect for Valentine's Day or any day worth celebrating. It is a NO-BAKE recipe so not only is it delicious it is EASY. Oreo cookie crust, fudge ganache,...
