It’s so nice to find something refreshing yet nutritious on a hot August afternoon! I am enjoying this wonderful smoothie as I write this post today, and it’s delicious. The addition of basil might seem strange, but it really adds…
Cabinet Refresh with French Flair
My office space desperately needed more storage as I had books and supplies stashed in nearly ever corner. It was clearly getting out hand and needed some storage ideas. Instead of purchasing new, I searched my home in an attempt…
Lemon Cranberry Loaf with Icing
So easy and delicious! Is it as bread or is it a cake? I love the lemony flavor blended the tartness of the cranberries. This combination has just the right amount of sweetness and if you love lemon, like me,…
Updated French Wire Baskets
A few years ago I purchased several lined wire baskets from Amazon. The intention was to use them in a cabinet to help organized some of my crafting and project items. While they have worked very well for their purpose,…
Healthy Avocado Microgreens Toast
One of my favorite easy and healthy meals is avocado microgreens toast. It’s wonderful as a light meal that can be prepared in a snap. I will make this often during busy days, and this crunchy avocado perfection is incredibly…
Adding Pinch Pleats to Ready-Made Curtains
Today I have an easy sewing tutorial on adding pinch pleats to ready-made curtains. Anyone can do this – I promise. To get this look you will need: This simple technique adds so much character to curtains; giving a clean…
A Graceful Cookie Valentine
Your heart is Graceful… a sweet sentiment for a special Valentine. My inspiration behind this is based from 2 Corinthians 9:8 “God is able to make all grace overflow to you, so that in all things, at all times, having…
Freshening the Dining Room
Our current dining room has served us well for 15 years. Join us on our redecorating and renovation project. The journey begins! A few years after we moved into our home, I purchased a dining set from Ballard designs which…
Classic Chicken and Dumplings
Enjoy this easy to make classic chicken and dumplings when you need something warming, cozy, and comforting for dinner. So simple and delicious and ready to enjoy in an hour. * Dairy Free Option ** Gluten Free Option Ingredients Dumplings…
Winter Bedding Refresh
By the time February nears here in New England, winters seem as if they are lasting forever. I find myself longing for spring, or at least a little evidence it is coming soon. To help ease through the last dreary…
TLC for dry winter hands
Cold winter air along with home heating can be drying to the skin, especially hands. Not to mention we are washing our hands more frequently due to flu and virus season. For these reasons, hands can become irritated, raw, dry,…
