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Reduced Salt Half-Sour Fermented Deli Pickles

Laboring in my garden and harvesting my own food is rewarding. What is not rewarding is when I open a jar of my own fermented pickles and spit them out in disgust. That is what happened to me when I tried various pickling recipes found on the internet. For me they are way to salty, inedible for my palette.ContinueContinue reading “Reduced Salt Half-Sour Fermented Deli Pickles”

No Drip, Two Ingredient Popscicles

Such an easy homemeade recipe, with only two ingredients! The yogurt melts slower than a water based popsicle which is nice because my toddler likes to wander with them a bit. Less mess for me to find later. Plus way healthier for kids than sugar filled popsicles. All you need: Yogurt- your choice on flavor/type. IContinueContinue reading “No Drip, Two Ingredient Popscicles”

Essential Oil Blend for Headaches: DIY Roller

I have sinus headaches constantly because of my year round allergies.  One way I get through it instead of taking ibuprofen and tons of allergy medications( these all make my drowsy even non drowsy medication) is to use essential oils.  Peppermint is my go to oil because it helps me the most with headaches andContinueContinue reading “Essential Oil Blend for Headaches: DIY Roller”

Air Plants- Living Art DIY

My co-bloggers returned from a vacation to sunny Florida (read more about the trip) and did not bring me back a typical plastic magnate as a souvenir. Instead, a bag of air plants and Spanish moss were my gift. Being from Michigan, my first instinct was, “Well, these are gonna die.” Surprisingly, they made itContinueContinue reading “Air Plants- Living Art DIY”

Berry Cheesecake Mousse

I am loving summer for all the berries that are in season! I went to my local farmers stand today and was able to score 4 pints of black raspberries for $5.00! Today also happens to be my husband’s birthday, I decided to treat him to a fantastic dessert! For the Graham Cracker base: Take aContinueContinue reading “Berry Cheesecake Mousse”

Pimp My Playset: The Plans

My hubby picked up a used playset for our toddler a few months ago and she loves it. However, the playset itself is in need of some TLC. This post is all about the plans for the playset. Whether is happens the way it’s planned will remain to be seen. For now these are theContinueContinue reading “Pimp My Playset: The Plans”

3 best Alternatives to Dryer Sheets

I have had horrible itchy reactions to dryer sheets in the past, so I decided to do some research on what they are made of.  My skin is sensitive and I found out that dryer sheets are full of chemicals that can cause reactions and other health issues.  I wanted to share with you a shortContinueContinue reading “3 best Alternatives to Dryer Sheets”

Mr. McGregor’s Scarecrow

A tutorial on how to make Mr. McGregor’s scarecrow. All my life I have loved The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter. It is a childhood classic that I have read to all my children and now to my grand children. It is out of love for this author and book series that IContinueContinue reading “Mr. McGregor’s Scarecrow”

Facial Cleanse

I have been using Rosehip oil on my face every night before bed as a moisturizer, toner, healer, and cleanser. I recently added a new oil to my collection, sandalwood. Every 2 weeks, or month, or however often you need it, treat your face to a cleanse. This cleanse will clear the skin of dirt,ContinueContinue reading “Facial Cleanse”

DIY Litter Box

My husband and I have a Bengal cat, for anyone that does not know what exactly that means let me tell you. It means you will never sleep past 6:30 again, it means that even with the largest litter mat your floor will still be layered with litter. It means that you can’t leave anythingContinueContinue reading “DIY Litter Box”

Homemade Dumplings

When I decided to make dumplings this week I had to ask myself what a dumpling was. So in this generation of accessible knowledge, I asked google. “dump·ling ˈdəmpliNG a small savory ball of dough that may be boiled, fried, or baked in a casserole. a pudding consisting of apples or other fruit enclosed inContinueContinue reading “Homemade Dumplings”

Easy Homemade Fries

Some days when I get home from work, I look at Josh and ask him what he would like for dinner. We both think for a moment, and then say “Fries.” There is nothing more easy, stress-free, and delicious as homemade fries. They take a few minutes to prepare, take time in the oven forContinueContinue reading “Easy Homemade Fries”

DIY Butcher Block Countertop

Doing a kitchen remodel is no easy task. Check out Mar’s before and after to see what I mean. If you’ve been considering re-doing anything in your kitchen a great place to start is the counters. While Mars opted for granite (which looks amazing) we have chosen to go with butcher block. It’s very affordableContinueContinue reading “DIY Butcher Block Countertop”

Sushi Galore

There is something very special about sushi. It cannot be judged, because every piece is unique. It can be anything you like! Josh and I LOVE trying all different kinds, we always get one roll each that is our favorite, and then one roll that is new for the both of us to try. ButContinueContinue reading “Sushi Galore”

DIY outdoor Rug on a Budget

Summer is right around the corner, and I want to fix up our deck for the summer season.  My first DIY is an outdoor rug.  Now if you are like me, and want to save money any chance you get than this DIY will be perfect for you!   Rugs can be super expensive, andContinueContinue reading “DIY outdoor Rug on a Budget”

The Art of Kokedama

My heart swells when I’m in my woodlot and I feel at ease. I could stay for hours just drinking in the sounds, smells and textures of all that is around me. There is something about moist moss that I am drawn to. The bright green patchwork gently compels my spirit to reach down and touch it as if itContinueContinue reading “The Art of Kokedama”