Drying hydrangea flowers can be tricky. One thing to think about is the timing. Once you get it right, you will have gorgeous dried hydrangeas for years. Learn more through the link in my profile.
This hearty lasagna recipe has an Italian sausage and ground beef sauce and uses four different cheeses for the most delicious and satisfying lasagna you`ve ever tasted. Bake it in a deep lasagna pan or split it up into two pans and freeze one for later. You will be so happy that you did. Recipe = link in Bio
Fun in the summertime. On vacation, my sister and I made these adorable clay fish. I turned mine into a wall hanging while she made a wind chime. See all the details of this easy craft and make your own through the link in my profile.
If you are growing herbs, you probably have more than you can possibly use. Why not preserve some for the winter? There are several ways to do this, and some work better than others depending on the plant. See more through the link in my profile.
Arroz Con Pollo, aka Spanish Chicken and Rice, is a delicious one-pot dinner that feeds the whole family. Get the recipe through the link in my profile.
Have you tried eco printing on fabric? It`s a great nature craft that allows the dyes and shapes of leaves and flowers to be printed onto fabric with moisture and heat. Learn more about this interesting craft through the link in my profile.
You won`t believe how easy these paper flowers are to create. Each one comes out prettier than the next, with basic supplies and a technique that`s amazingly simple. Easy enough for kids and pretty enough for an event like a shower or small wedding. (see the link in my profile)
Here`s an easy chicken dinner recipe that is inspired by chicken piccata but does not have capers. As someone who is not a fan of capers, I leave them out. However, you can certainly add a couple of tablespoons to the end if you like. Either way, you`ll have a delicious chicken dinner made in one big skillet. Get the easy recipe from the link in my profile.
Recycled wine corks come together to create a beautiful cork board for messages, pics, and any notes you want to display in a beautiful way. Learn how easy it is to make one for yourself using the link in my profile.
This wildflower is commonly called Queen Anne`s Lace. You`ve probably seen it growing in fields and along roadsides. It makes a nice cut flower for arrangements, but be careful, there are a few lookalikes that are pretty dangerous to touch. Learn more about the history and identification of this sweet flower through the link in my profile.
Here`s a great way to use veggies and herbs from the garden or farmer`s market. It`s a simple tart made with puff pastry and grilled veggies. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or sliced up as an appetizer with drinks by the pool. Get the easy recipe through the link in my profile.
Create beautiful works of art with embroidery thread when you try this fun off-loom weaving idea. There are many, many options, and not one will look bad. Learn more about this interesting art form through the link in my profile.
If you are growing lavender, you may wonder how you can harvest it for use in the home. There are many ways to use lavender in cooking, self-care, and to scent your home. Come learn more about this wonderful herb through the link in my profile.
Corn and zucchini is a great combination, and this delicious summer fresh chowder proves the point. Perfect for your garden harvest and easily found at the grocery store, this recipe is warm and comforting. And it freezes well so you can have some anytime you wish. (recipe = link in profile)
Did you know that you can make a cute little crossbody bag with a pair of old jeans? It`s a super easy sewing project that anyone can tackle. See how to recycle your worn jeans through the link in my profile.
Here`s a fun and easy summer craft that you can use to decorate any room in the house. It`s a simple replica of an old fashioned bee skep. See how easily you can make one through the link in my profile.
Have you tried making Parmesan cheese crisps yet? They are so easy and delicious. Leave them plain or add your favorite seasonings. Great for snacks, dips, or a pretty and tasty addition to your charcuterie board. (recipe = link in profile)
The solution to wild grapevines showing up in the garden is to make stuff with them. You`d think there was a vineyard growing on my property at one point, but no, I just have rogue vines showing up. So I started making things with them. Today it`s a little basket used to plant a pretty wild geranium plant. See how you can use your wild grapevines to create a pretty basket like this, or other ideas through the link in my profile.
Have you ever heard of a bug house or bug hotel? It`s a structure you can make and place or hang in your yard to attract pollinators and predatory insects. It`s easy to do, and you can find most of the supplies right in your backyard. Learn more about this fun summer project through the link in my profile.
Have you ever tried Carmen peppers? They are not hot. In fact, they are a little sweeter than a red bell pepper. I stuffed some with ground turkey and cheese for a delicious low-carb dinner. Get the entire recipe through the link in my profile.
