Monthly Archives: August 2015

Upcycled Can to Vase!

The definition of an “upcycle” is to “reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of a higher quality or value than the original”. This Upcycled Can to Vase certainly fits that description. Not only are you reusing the can, but, also, reusing a corrugated cardboard box! It make a perfect textured vase for a flower arrangement. Continue reading

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Fall Tablesetting

Using the colors of burgandy, gold, and green together certainly look like fall, too! The combination of these colors in the centerpiece, placemats, dishes, goblets, and napkins, comes together to make a fall tablesetting. Continue reading

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Spaghetti Salad

This Spaghetti Salad recipe makes a huge amount. So, if you’re making it just for your family, you may want to cut the recipe in half. It is a hearty salad and one which you can add just about anything to it. Continue reading

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Salsa Goddess Dressing Recipe

Here’s a recipe for a great taco salad dressing that I call Salsa-Goddess! It is easily mixed together from four ingredients. Three of the ingredients are easily found. One is my secret ingredient I use for my Guacamole, but it also adds wonderful flavor to this Salsa-Goddess dressing. Continue reading

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Miniature Gnome Garden

I have done a couple posts on miniature gardens lately and that started me on creating this Miniature Gnome Garden. At first, I thought this idea was way too much work, but when I got into it, I saw lots of possibilities. It became fun, too. Living near a wooded area, gave me ample supplies to make this. Continue reading

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Sunset Art Project for Kids

I was inspired to do this Sunset Art Project for Kids because we enjoy such beautiful, colorful sunsets at our home. There are never two just alike. It is like an original painting by God! Continue reading

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Pickled Beets (no canning)

Are you a fan of pickled beets? I really enjoy them on a tossed salad or used as a side dish for dinner. Since I don’t grow beets and I’m not a person that does canning, I rely on donations of pickled beets from friends. UNTIL NOW! Continue reading

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Daylillies – Easy Centerpiece

It is always nice to have fresh flowers in your home. They add such a special touch. Well, I have Daylillies in my garden. The blooms don’t last long (hence the name Daylilly), but they are beautiful in a low glass bowl. Continue reading

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