Monthly Archives: September 2015

Double Chocolate Banana Bread

Can’t get enough chocolate? This Double Chocolate Banana Bread satisfies that longing! It is such a moist and delicious bread. You can vary this recipe and make it just regular Banana Bread, too! Nice to have two options in one recipe. Continue reading

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Fall Decor Idea House Part 3

Do you remember from Part 1 that this Fall Decor Idea House featured a lot of salvaged wood? Well, in this part 3 of the series, you’ll see more uses for it. Perhaps one will inspire you to do something similar in your own home. Part 3 takes you into the stairway, wine room, photo gallery room, guest room, and bathroom. Wow, that’s a lot of territory and ideas so let’s get started! Continue reading

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Fall Decor Idea House Part 2

Phyllis Welcome to Part 2 of the Fall Decor Idea House! This time we are touring the dining room, kitchen, and small vintage bathroom off the kitchen. You’ll be surprised at some of the re-purposed items. Throughout this home, done by … Continue reading

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Wheat Pictures

Phyllis You see wheat used as fall accents in a lot of arrangements. It’s symbolic of the fall harvest time. These easy Wheat Pictures are a unique addition to your fall home decor. Hang them among pictures on a wall … Continue reading

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Fall Decor Idea House Part 1

Phyllis Welcome to a tour of the Fall Decor Idea House 2015. Several decorators completely overhaul this lovely old home with new trends and seasonal decor three times a year. You’ll see re-purposed vintage items in unique ways along side … Continue reading

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DIY Fall Napkin Rings

Phyllis This DIY idea is probably the easiest, fastest, and most inexpensive way to add style to your fall or Thanksgiving table. These DIY Fall Napkin Rings look so good and add just the right touch to your table setting. … Continue reading

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Freezing Tomatoes the Easy Way!

Phyllis There is nothing better than a fresh, ripe tomato from the garden! The flavor is wonderful, but often you get more than you can eat! Now what? How do you quickly and easily save them for soups, chili, or … Continue reading

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Sweet Gum Ball Ideas

The Sweet Gum Ball Tree produces sharp, round seed balls which can be used in crafts and arrangements. Lots of ideas for crafts and decor using these Sweet Gum Balls. Continue reading

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Chocolate Zucchini Cake

Does Chocolate Zucchini Cake count as a vegetable or dessert? Perhaps if you eat it with your meal; its a vegetable. But if you eat it later; it’s a dessert! Either way, this recipe is one to use again and again. It is moist, delicious, and doesn’t need frosting! Continue reading

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Amazing Sunsets

During the summer, we see some Amazing Sunsets! Each one is completely different. Even though it is take from our same yard, the colors, clouds, and water change to paint a different picture every time. Continue reading

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