I made this denim quilt when I was pregnant with Rachel (who is now 11). It was an easy sewing project using some old jeans and some flannel. You can make these quilts any size...from a crib quilt size to a full-sized quilt...and they are so warm! The small quilts work well for lap blankets too! If you are interested in making a denim quilt, click here for some online instructions. If you … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #18: Bon Bons
It was my sister who always like to make these around the holidays...and they have always been a favorite! These would make a cute little gift wrapped up in a pretty Christmas tin (that is if any are left to make it into the tin!). Enjoy! Bon-Bons Mix the following together: ½ cup butter, softened 1 cup peanut butter 2 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla Form into … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #17: Knitted Baby and Child Ear Warmers
I have the privilege of sharing with you a cute pattern created by one of my readers, Jackie. Jackie is offering this pattern as a free gift to you. She knitted these ear warmers through the years when her daughter was little many years ago and now she wants to share the pattern with us. Below you will see a picture of the ear warmers I knitted...I am not an expert knitter, so even a beginner … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #16: Toffee Candy
I made this easy candy one year and I couldn't believe how GOOD it was! These are so easy to make and would make a great gift packaged in a pretty Christmas tin. Enjoy! Yummy Toffee Candy On a baking sheet, spread out: 1 sleeve of Saltine crackers In a small saucepan over medium-heat, melt: 1 stick butter 1 cup brown sugar Once the mixture is gooey, pour evenly over … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #15: Crocheted Coasters
These coasters are an easy project that won't take too long to make either! They are so pretty too! Crochet a set of 4 coasters and tie together with a pretty ribbon for a wonderful gift! Have fun! Pretty Coasters Size = 5 1/4 inches in diameter Stitches used: Chain, Single Crochet, Double Crochet, Slip Stitch Materials: 4 ply Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn such as Sugar and … [Read more...]
Homemade for the Holidays #14: Ginger Snaps
Here is another yummy recipe for you! These Ginger Snaps are SO good! Make up a big batch of them, put a dozen or two in a nice Christmas tin, and attach a pretty tag and ribbon...a wonderful gift for a friend or neighbor! Enjoy! Ginger Snaps 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup molasses 2 eggs 4 cups unbleached flour 4 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 … [Read more...]
Convenient Food by Briana Thomas (Giveaway)!
UPDATE! We have a winner! First I want to thank all you ladies who entered. I wish that I had more copies to give away! But the winner for this giveaway is: Megan - gustafsoncrewschool@.... Look what I got in the mail today -- Briana Thomas's brand new cookbook, Convenient Food. It looks amazing! I have been wanting to get her first cookbook, Necessary Food, and just have not got around … [Read more...]
