Finding a varied and nutritionally sound menu for dinners each week is often a struggle! My method for rotating dinner menus isn't a bad one, so I thought I'd share with you. I set up a master menu, a list to which I add new dishes as both I learn to cook them and the … Continue reading A Master Menu
Do you hand embroider? This monogram project has been rattling around in my brain and then my sewing box for some time. If you're a long term reader, you'll realize I have started this project fitfully! While you may not be able to tell from the end result, I did not plan the embroidery … Continue reading Hand Stitches
When we talk about cleaning our homes, we often refer to "systems", meaning habits that we put in place that keep our homes clean almost automatically. These are daily habits that keep our homes running smoothly, even when life is busy! Here are a few of my home "systems", gleaned from the many, many homemaking … Continue reading Cleaning Systems
Hi! Have you ever been on the hunt for a clothing item and it is just not available that year or season? That happened to me this week. I want a long jean skirt, and couldn't find the style I'm wanting. My mind jumped to the donation pile in my closet, where a pair of … Continue reading A Jeans Merge
With a large family, our kitchen needs cleaning every time I turn around! I love having a group of young people in our home, so it's a happy occurrence that they are eating well, and making messes that require some input from mom. Some days, my older children need a hug and a 'have a … Continue reading Kitchen Cleaning Tips
We're on the cusp of Autumn. The air is a little cooler, and school is beginning around the country! Our own young people have begun in earnest on their homeschool and college classes this year. We're still gathering materials that will be fun to study, but we're mostly set and started well! Autumn always makes … Continue reading Autumn Creeps In
Hi! I have clothing on the brain lately, so I wondered if any of my readers do, too! While perusing a modest clothing group, a sweet lady recommended this Youtube video on capsule wardrobes! This video simply blew my mind! I took Colleen Hammond's Polyvore template, created a Polyvore account, and then mixed clothing that I … Continue reading Polyvore Clothing Mixing
I was recently contacted by a sweet lady all the way out in Texas! She wants me to work on a beautiful antique top to get it finished! I'm excited about this project! Please excuse the poor lighting, but this one really is stunning! I pray that everything I do to the top will enhance … Continue reading An Antique Remake
Hi! Ok, I fibbed a little. My Farmer's Wife 1930's quilt isn't finished. The piecing is finished, though, so it counts? Maybe? The piecing is done and borders are on, bringing one very long term project to a stopping point. I have backing chosen and ready, but no plan for quilting as of yet. Hand … Continue reading Farmer’s Wife 1930’s Finish
"A thrifty housewife is better than a great income. A good wife and health are a man’s best wealth." ~ Charles Spurgeon Imagine that? Charles Spurgeon placed great value on a thrifty housewife! Let's think of ways we can be that thrifty housewife and be a blessing to our husbands! It all starts with attitude. … Continue reading Frugal Friday-A Thrifty Attitude
