DIY Burlap Covered Box I love the look of custom home decor pieces, but not so much the price tag that accompanies them from pricey home decor stores. In an effort to dress up my home without breaking the bank I like to rescue items from the recycle bin and give them a facelift. I needed some pretty baskets for some shelves that could hide my office supplies. Hubby enjoys his Bud Light in aluminum bottles and the cases just happen to be very sturdy so they make excellent baskets. Liquor cases from the liquor store or diaper boxes are also good sturdy bases for homemade baskets that last. A can of adhesive spray, 2 yards of burlap, and 30 minutes will yield you 4 beautiful custom baskets that can be use anywhere to hold anything- office supplies, books, homeschool curriculum, snacks … [Read more...]
Baked Donuts Recipe – Baked Funfetti Donuts
I love having donuts for breakfast, but I hated having to fry them. Buying donuts at the store can be expensive! Then I was a get-together, and a friend made this baked donut recipe. I love baked donuts and being able to make them allows for so many more flavor combinations. We have even done Chocolate Guinness Baked Donuts for St. Patricks Day. One of my kid's favorites is this bake funfetti donuts recipe! Baked Donuts Recipe - Baked Funfetti Donuts For this recipe, you will need a donut pan or a silicone donut mold. I have never used a silicone mold, but there are other that swear by them! I can make a few batches of these and have breakfast set for a few days. They are also great for get togethers! Ingredients For Donuts: 2 and 3/4 cup Funfetti Pillsbury Cake Mix, boxed 3/4 … [Read more...]
DIY Fall Spice Play Dough
DIY Fall Spice Play Dough I love using play dough during homeschool, it's great for fine motor skills and really what kid doesn't like to play with play dough?! Well I'll tell you who, my 2 year old! Go figure but my older 2 LOVE it! I prefer to make my own and I love to make it themed to the season or what we are studying. Each fall we love making this fall spice play dough in fall colors! Supplies needed: Mixing bowl Spoons 1 cup of all purpose flour ¼ cup of salt 1 ½ tablespoons of cream of tartar 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil 1 cup of boiling water Red, yellow, and blue food coloring ½ teaspoon of nutmeg ½ teaspoon of cinnamon ½ teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice Directions: 1. Begin by heating your water to a boil. 3 minutes in the microwave will typically do … [Read more...]
15 Apple Dinner Recipes Round Up
15 Apple Dinner Recipes Round Up Each year my family goes apple picking and we ALWAYS come back with way more then I know what to do with. I make applesauce and apple butter, apple bread and apple cookies but I also love to incorporate it in diner recipes! Here are a few news ones I'm going to try out this year! Turkey Quesadilla with Brie, Baby Kale and Apples - Nibbles and Feasts Crock Pot Apple Chicken - The Frugal Navy Wife Grilled Apple Turkey Burgers - Cooking With Books Apple Pork Roast - Enchanted Homeschooling Mom Cheddar Apple Onion Bacon Pizza - Farm Fresh Feasts Bacon Wrapped Pork Chops Stuffed with Cheese & Apples - Cooking With Books Maple Teriyaki Salmon Sushi w/ Apple and Carrot - Farm Fresh Feasts Maple-Bourbon Apple Barbecue Ribs - Snappy … [Read more...]
Sour Patch Grapes
Sour Patch Grapes My husband is a huge fan of Sour Patch Kids, or anything sour for that matter. He started the kids young as well (think lemons while out to eat!) and they are now sour addicts, they make the cutest faces and we laugh but they keep coming back for more!! Ingredients 1 lb White Seedless Grapes 1 box Lime Jell-O 1/2 teaspoon Citric Acid Directions Pour dry Jell-O mix and citric acid into quart plastic bag. Shake bag to mix well. Wash and remove grapes from stem. While grapes are still slightly damp, toss a handful at a time in the bag and shake to coat. Take coated grapes onto plate, being careful not to dump out powder, Repeat. Place in refrigerator for at least an hour. … [Read more...]
Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup
Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup I have a slight Olive Garden addiction! From the salad and breadsticks to the tiramisu I love it all. The Minestrone soup is one hubby and I can both agree on! So since we love it and the kid tolerate it I went on the hunt for a recipe to make at home and we all can agree on this one as the closest contender! Ingredients 3 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 chopped small Zucchini 1 medium Onion, diced 14 oz Green Beans (Italian Style if possible) 4 teaspoon minced Garlic 1 stalk Celery, diced 4 cups of Vegetable Broth 30 oz drained Great Northern Beans 30 oz drained Red Kidney Beans 14 oz can Diced Tomatoes with juice 1/2 cup dry Red Wine 1/2 cup of Shredded Carrot 4 oz can of Tomato Paste 1 teaspoon of Basil 1 teaspoon of Oregano 1/2 … [Read more...]
52 Ways to Organize Your Home
52 Ways to Organize Your Home Wouldn’t you love to get more organized in this year? Now is your chance with these 52 ways to organize your home. Use a tip a week to stay completely organized all year long. Mud Room Start with the mud room. Clean out unnecessary clutter, find a place for shoes, put away coats, and hang up hooks as needed. Put your keys and purse in the same spot each time you walk in the door. This eliminates losing items on a frequent basis. Instead of putting your bills in several different places, pick one place to keep all of the bills. Put reminders on your calendar of when each bill is due. Put a rug on the inside and outside of the house, this helps to eliminate dirt in two capacities. Designate a spot for each child’s things—give them a gentle … [Read more...]
DIY Ohio State Buckeye Bench
DIY Ohio State Buckeye Bench Show your Buckeye fan pride with this simple to create, re-purposed fence post bench! Ok but I know not all of you are Buckeye fans, this bench can be made into what ever sports team you wish, Just buy the paint in your team colors and follow the instructions below. This project is designed to fit the space you need, so you can use various sizes of fence board; based on what you have on hand. This bench is approximately 49 inches in height x 14 inches deep x 22 inches in width. Supplies Used: Miter Saw Screws Finishing nails Hammer Drill 3.25 inch nails Red Barn Paint Grey Paint Large Paint Brushes Small Paint Brushes Begin by picking out your fence posts and removing all of the nails. Cut the back boards for the … [Read more...]
Strawberry Mango Salsa
Strawberry Mango Salsa Some of my favorite fruit is available during the summer. With summer! Strawberries top my list for sure! Ingredients 1 large Mango, finely diced 1 pint Strawberries, finely diced 1/2 cup of chopped Cilantro 1 Jalapeno, minced 1/4 Red Onion, minced Juice of 2 Limes 1 tablespoon of Honey Mix all ingredients together a chill for an hour and serve! … [Read more...]
Tropical Summer Watermelon Slushie
Tropical Summer Watermelon Slushie With summer coming to an end it's time to savor the last of those summer snacks and treats! Watermelon is one of my favorite summertime foods! I love it in drinks, dessert, dinner and even just as a snack! Here is one of my favorite drink recipes, a Watermelon Slushie! It's the perfect way to cool off and enjoy a great treat! Ingredients 1 cup of ice, crushed 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup Orange Juice 1 cup frozen strawberries 2 cups watermelon (minus the seeds) 2 tablespoons sugar or honey Place everything in the mixer and blend together until it reaches desired consistency. Served perfect with a side of wtermelon. This makes enough for 3 small glasses! … [Read more...]