Crock-Pot Greek Yogurt

by | Aug 21, 2014 | DIY

Ok so I’m finally going to write about this amazing tool I’ve used to save money on yogurt all year long. The tool is one you probably already use on a weekly basis. It’s old school, and that’s how I roll. The tool? My slow cooker (AKA: Crock-Pot). Yes!! You heard me…...

A Family Tree Gift Everyone Will Love!

by | Nov 21, 2013 | DIY

With Christmas around the corner, and budgets being stretched farther than ever before, I’ve been looking for ways to include homemade gifts a part of our giving this year. The trouble with homemade gifts though, is that I definitely don’t want to give a gift more...

Spray Paint to the Rescue

by | Sep 23, 2013 | DIY

Our basement bathroom needed a change. After living in our house for nine years, the walls were still white, and I really wanted to update it with some of my newly acquired French décor. First, I decided on a dark plum color for the walls that would coordinate well...

Pinning or Pining

by | Aug 29, 2013 | Trends

I love Pinterest. Pinterest drives me crazy. I accept that I am fully a quandary of magnificent proportions. Pinterest is an amazing conglomeration of creative inspiration and culinary wonder. It has the ability to make me WANT to cook. It has the power to make me...

Cuppa Cool Beans

by | Aug 15, 2013 | DIY, Trends

I love me some coffee. LOVE. However, in the hot days of summer, sipping from a steamy mug makes me a bit flustered. Since I opt to not cause hot flashes whenever possible, those are the moments a smooth, iced java beverage beckons me! I laugh as I type this because I...