Archives for October 22, 2013

Homemade Yeast Rolls in 30 Minutes

Generally the words "yeast breads" and "quick" don't go hand in hand but here is a delicious contradiction to that generalization.  These rolls take just over thirty minutes (35 to be exact), but they bake up nice and fluffy just as you would expect any yeast roll to do.  They are a scrumptious rule breaker and you really must try them.  Here is the recipe: As usual when making a yeast bread, … [Read more...]

Children’s Art Wall

  I'm a proud momma.  I am a big fan of displaying my children's artwork and creations where they can see it and know that I appreciate it.  Unfortunately, I also dislike clutter, especially on my pretty and shiny stainless steel refrigerator.  This art wall is my way of corralling all of my kid's masterpieces into one neat not completely disheveled area.  Not only is it functional, it was also … [Read more...]

Pottery Barn Inspired Wood Map

You may remember that my little guy is currently in a pirate phase.  When I set out to decorate his room, I was looking for pieces that were easy to make, relatively inexpensive and could be used in different parts of the house when in case he changes his mind on decor.  As it happened, I was strolling through my garage looking for things to repurpose when I happened upon this plywood.  I have no … [Read more...]

Initial Wall Hanging

I have a confession to make.  I LOVE sales.  Please do not expect me to walk by those little red price stickers unfazed.  It just won't happen.  And don't even get me started on the clearance aisles at Target.  That is my kryptonite. Anywho, a sale is where this story begins.  As I was stalking the aisles at Michaels, waiting oh-so patiently for my kids to pick their own craft projects, I found … [Read more...]

Quick & Easy Bunk Bed Pirate Mast

While my own story may not be quite as exciting as that of Captain Phillips, I am slowly being taken over by pirates.  Well, one room in my home is anyway.  My little guy loves all things pirates right now and when it came time to redecorate his room it was an obvious choice for him.  He has a super neat set of bunk beds that my hubby made for him a couple of years ago, but my son is getting to … [Read more...]

Delicious Vanilla Chai Tea Mix

My hubby is a big fan of chai tea.  He will drink multiple mugs full of it a day.  It's so bad that he normally leaves a mug out so that he can reuse it throughout the day similar to what some might do with a water glass.  So when I ran across some recipes for homemade vanilla chai tea mix last year I decided to give it a try.  At that point, I had nothing to lose and everything to gain.  I … [Read more...]