I have homework! But this kind is definitely the fun kind. My daughter Meredith’s preschool class is having a Thanksgiving Feast and I have been assigned the task of bringing in some turkey tablecloths. I’ve bought the blank canvases–inexpensive plain fabric tablecloths–and have fabric paint and sponge brushes ready. The girls and their friends are […]
You see a basketball…I see a centerpiece! One of the best parts of my day is when I get to hear from you…whether it’s questions about where to find a project supply, suggestions for a new cook-nest-grow topic to cover, or feedback on a recipe that became a new family favorite. Seeing and responding to […]
Still have pumpkins and gourds left over from Halloween? Keep the fall decor evolving within the season with a Gourdgeous Fall Centerpiece. Spell out your thanks or write a fun fall message across a few pumpkins. Then, set it out to welcome guests at a buffet table, line a few smaller ones down the center […]
Did you get your extra hour of sleep with Daylight Savings? When it was dark at 5PM yesterday, I realized that the cozy winter months lay ahead and I’m going to have to say goodbye to a bright green lanscape pretty soon. It’s at these shifts in the seasons that I bring a little outdoors […]
One of my most favorite tools in my craft arsenal is colorful tape. I’ll go for any variety: vinyl, Washi, masking, athletic, gaffer’s, Duct– give me a bright color or pattern and I’m in. When you start investigating how others have used tape creatively, you’ll start to see canvases everywhere you look. Click on the […]
Today is a very special day: my little Meredith turns 3. We are going to have some pre-school friends over to celebrate and we decided to go with a theme Meredith herself suggested…purple! We’re keeping it simple with a few fun activities and a very special birthday cake. I want to show you my inspiration […]
For the busy mom who still wants to have a family dinner at the end of a long day, the freezer meal is a great solution. When you have a few free hours in your schedule, cook up several dinner options for your family, store them safely in the freezer and presto! You can have […]
It’s the first day of November and I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to transition from Halloween to traditional fall decor around my home. I love this simple garland (via Fun.kyti.me) made from Indian corn, twine and burlap. This is a no-sew project that requires hot glue, a couple eyelet screws, and a wood […]
Traditions are a big part of cooking for me, whether it’s making my aunt’s famous goulash, baking sugar cookies with my daughters every Christmas Eve, or continuing a style of cooking from my heritage. My home state of Michigan has a rich history of industry, and the people who worked in those industries created a […]
Popcorn balls are a classic Halloween treat, but I remember the feeling of disappointment when ringing a doorbell, yelling “Trick or Treat!” and getting a popcorn ball instead of candy. The pre-made, super sticky and hard-to-eat popcorn balls tasted a little like styrofoam– I’d never eat the whole thing. Well I’ve had enough! Let’s resurrect […]