Dollar General Crafternoon
Hello there! I’ve been busy crafting and just couldn’t wait to post this! My college bestie, Chris, was in from Colorado last week. He, Jim, and I got bored….like we do…and decided a challenge...
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Wishing Wednesday (Week 5)
This week of wishing begins with a moment of reflection. I can get caught up in the stuff that isn’t happening and focus on what appears to be stifling my progress. I think this...
Wishing Wednesday (week 4)
Hello there! Wishing Well Wednesday is here again and I am so glad to be at this point. The last few weeks were devoted to determining what we want. I know that seems pretty...
Wishing Wednesday (week 3)
Hello Again! This is week three of the Wishing Wednesday series. Last week, I wrote about simple things we can do to get to the truth about what makes us happy. It may seem...
Wishing Wednesday (Week 2)
Welcome to week 2 of this Wishing Wednesday series. [In case you missed it, you can find week 1 here.] This week is loaded with the fun stuff. We get to brainstorm about all...
Wishing Wednesdays
A new series looking at the wonders of wishing well and other methods for getting the life you want. Tried and true methods.
Christmas recycle Craft
Quick craft with items you already have on hand…old lightbulbs, paint and a sock for a hat
In the woods…
Next steps in our plan to open our shop are in play. We have been surveying our place and find that the easiest way to get to the back woods and to our commercial...
UFOs and other life lessons
What is your knitting trying to teach you? UFOs were a clear indicator of Attention Deficit Disorder.
More kitchen updates….
Creative (and frugal) design leads to literal trash to treasure farmhouse light fixture.
Redemption Fairy
Redemption from the Graphics Fairy… After the major failure I had over the weekend, I needed to have a success. That success came quickly and surpassed even my wildest imagination. After re-painting the Painting NIghtmare I...
Kitchen Redon’t
Painting over oil based paint with acrylic leads to a huge flop for my kitchen redo.
Chicken Tractor
Our Chicken tractor is finally complete. We’ve been working on it in the evenings after work. We found the plans here. The instructions were easy to understand and the project was a lot...
Accidental Garden
Well it begins with leaving most of your seed collection outside on a rainy day. Step two involves leaving said seed collection for a couple more days in warm weather.
By day 3 you have an array of baby sprouts. This was not all what I intended to
Finally Fall
Finally Fall on our little Farm The crisp and cool weather is a most welcome guest on our little slice of heaven. The trees are beginning to give the warm glow of reds, yellows...
Thug Life
Buddy lives a Thug Life This little darling is Buddy….he is the farm jester and is always up to something. He knows no boundaries or social grace. He will try to eat your hair...
Great Dollar Store finds!
Decor on the CHEAP! Don’t judge…please. With two kids in college and a new house to renovate, my crafting and decorating budget has all but gone. I love this time of year and can’t...
Simple Burlap Wreath (Autumn and Christmas Update)
For tutorial on making the basic wreath look here I added a couple floral stems for a more Autumnal look. I wanted it to be understated and not too glitzy so as not to...
Predators in the mist….
Okay, maybe that’s an overly dramatic post title, but, the drama seen around here lately warrants some real attention. A few weeks ago I woke to find goats tap dancing on our picnic table....
Living my Legend
Losing a Legend Just got an email about a Life coach that I follow with interest. His emails always full of encouragement and excitement. Often so much so, that I’ve wondered if his work...
Fall Wreath in 15 Minutes
Make this simple burlap wreath in just minutes. Use coordinating fabric to change the look as often as you like. Materials: 1- 24 inch Wire Wreath form 2.5 – 8 inch natural burlap I bought my...
3 Steps to Like-New Sofas
(No painting involved) As part of my Ely Room Vacation Decor project, I decided it would be best to salvage the couches I was considering throwing out just a few short months ago. Living...
Ely, MN Inspired home decor- The ultimate staycation!
Since the Big Move, we have been surprisingly busy doing things around the house. One of the fun challenges was creating a nice place to relax after long days of mowing and rounding up goats...
I’m in a Jam…Let’s Wine about it!
I’m in a Jam I recently found a large batch of Mustang Grapes growing along the dirt road and entrance to our new Homestead. I was thrilled to get picking but didn’t know how...
Parcel Post Dandy Cowl
This easy to knit Dandy Cowl is perfect for Houston climate. I used a cotton yarn instead of wool to extend the season of use.
The Big Move
The Big Move…finally!
After what felt like an eternity, we are all moved into our new home. There is definitely some hard work ahead, but the satisfaction and peace of being here is nothing short of blissful.
Moving to a bigger piece of Texas!
Things have not gone as smoothly as I had hoped with this move. We are still on track to get a 5 acre parcel of Texas heaven, but it appears there will be another week delay. Buying and selling a home has been classified as one the great stresses of adult life….now I know why. I have moved many times before, but my past moves have involved new construction homes in established subdivisions. The two things I want most to get away from.
10 Moving Mistakes and How to Avoid them
Check out local supermarkets for boxes, they generally throw them out on a regular basis and they can tell you exactly when to stop by. I especially like boxes from a liquor store. They have nice compartments that are perfect for moving fragile items. Another inexpensive suggestion is the moving wrap I used for my books. I also purchased some plastic tubs knowing that I could get use of them for storage at the new house.
You’re really getting my goat!
To most this idiom is an expression of anger or frustration ie. “Billy pulled my hair at school today and really got my goat!” For me, it is an exuberant exclamation of joy! ie. It’s my birthday and Jim is really getting my goat!!!
Time stands still…when you are selling a house!
We are officially OVER the love of the last house we didn’t get. As many of you may know, it was a Foreclosure that was going to cost an additional Hundred Grand in repairs…that’s...
The Break Up
It’s been over a month since I’ve posted. So (though I have no project to share) I thought I would at least post an update. We are quickly approaching our move out deadline. I...
The road leads back home
This past week was a real drag. Why mince words? I mean, it was really shitty! It seems the entire family has had some form of the flu or strep since February. I have...
Menus, Magnets and Misfortune…
Menus… Hey all! I thought I would share a quick tutorial on this super easy, but very handy menu craft. First, a confession…I have known that I spend waaay to much money eating out....
Tag-I’m it!
Tagline Brainstorming: I have done quite a lot of research on how to write a great and catchy, sure-to-bring-the- masses-to-your-site, original tagline. They recommendations are varied, so I’ve decided to answer a few of...
Eggs at last!
My hens have begun to produce eggs again- at last. After a few months sabbatical, the ladies are turning up the soil, readying it for early spring sowing.
Tillmanator – Box Cardercycle 1000
Introducing: The Tillmanator Box Cardercycle 1000! Jim has completed the redesign of my box carder. I have been asking for this contraption since we joked about how awesome it would be. I should have...
DIY Gourd Craft – Just Gourd for it!
DIY GOURD CRAFT- Simple yarn bowl made using a harvested gourd and minimal tools. Easy 30 minute craft is a perfect gift for the cherished knitter in your life.
Great Upcycled Greeting Card
Upcycled greeting card into a very professional looking notepad. Great way to make the sentiment last through out the year. I think I will find many uses for the Zutter Bind it All.
Where do I go from here?
So for now, I will hold onto Thoreau’s sage advice and Go confidently in the direction of my dreams and live the life I imagined and hope that I meet with success unexpected in common hours.
February Garden Planning
February garden plans include freshening up keyhole beds and starting some lettuces and root vegetables. The first signs of sunshine and I am itching to get into the garden.
Free Valentine’s Day Banner
A quick an easy craft, just in time for Valentine’s day! It’s free when you subscribe.
Easy DIY- Journal
An easy DIY Valentine Gift! Make this journal with materials that you probably already have on hand.
The Perfect Gift Box for your Valentine!
DIY: Make the Perfect Gift box for your Valentine using 2 sheets of cardstock paper.
Steampunk inspired corset and fascinator.
Grommets and Lace My first attempt at making a Steampunk corset turned out as nicely as I could’ve expected since I used only materials I had on hand. The fabric was from an old...
36,524 Days
Celebrating the 36,524 days In one week, I will embark on a 700 mile journey through the great state of Texas. My family and I have rented an RV to travel from Houston to...
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