I used free tree trimmings and free pinecones to decorate my garden urns for the winter. I cut Thai basil. dusty miller, and roses from the garden for my entry table. I used free tree trimmings in this arrangement too. I made mini pavlovas for dessert one night with pomegranate arils and berries I pulled…
This post contains affiliate links. My eldest son needs a long, warm scarf. I have this beautiful herringbone brushed flannel that was just perfect for a scarf. It’s super soft. I didn’t have a long enough piece from what I had, so I sewed together two pieces with a french seam in the middle before…
When I was at a garage sale in October, I found an unusual king-sized bed skirt for $1. It had snaps every few feet, but there was no middle piece that went on the bed itself for the eyelet ruffle to snap onto. Fortunately, the ruffle itself was what I needed. The seller was asking…
I sewed a tree skirt for our tree from drop cloth I had. My husband gave two sons a haircut. My husband took a free course for one of his required continuing education classes for work. This class was also very close to home. Most classes he takes are 30-45 minutes from home, so one…
This post contains affiliate links. Spritz Cookies made with my grandmother’s vintage cookie press. These are the fastest and simplest Christmas cookies I’ve ever made. Can you imagine a December without shopping? No food to buy. No gifts to purchase. The chance to stay home: making cookies and treats from items in…
We picked the green tomatoes from the garden and began pulling the plants. There’s a possibility of a light frost in the day (which now looks like it may not happen! And it will warm up again after that) but they can ripen in baskets and colanders and we can of course fry some up….
Today, I’m grateful for all of you who read and comment. I’m grateful when you share your struggles and successes. Thank you for keeping this site positive and encouraging for all who read. What are you thankful for today?
Christmas 2016 I’m grateful for the chance to do some tidying in the house. I had visitors the last two days and it was a relief to have several things cleaned up and put away before they arrived. I did a little more Christmas decorating. I had bought a few small Christmas picks at 90%…
I am thankful for the scent of Meyer lemon blossoms that permeate the air when I go into the garden. What are you thankful for today?
I cut Swiss chard, basil, and garlic chives from the garden. I sewed and made presents for my children using fabric and supplies I had on hand. I sewed two Christmas stockings as a wedding gift using fabric I was given. I mended a hole in a shirt. I began decorating for Christmas using decorations I purchased…
I’m thankful for a quiet Sunday and simple meals. What are you thankful for today?
I’m thankful for the chance to work on some Christmas gifts yesterday. What are you thankful for today?