MAGNOLIA MARKET ~ Waco, Texas
Do you recognize these silos? If you are fans of the show “Fixer Upper” or follow Chip and Joanna Gaines, you will know that this is Magnolia Market in Waco, Texas. My daughter and I took a road trip to visit the Texas Coast. On the way home, we came back through San Antonia and […]
Natural Alternatives to Costly Chemical Household Products
I just ran across this great article on Homestead.org about Natural Alternatives to Costly Chemical Household Products. This article not only covers the normal kitchen and bath cleaners you normally find but it also covers rust cleaner, paintbrushes, metal cleaners, tar removal, and automotive care. Here is a sample of what you will find: Automotive Care […]
SPRAY DRIFT FROM AERIAL APPLICATION OF PESTICIDES
I’m watching this helicopter make turns over my house while spraying over nearby timberland. If anything actually lives this year (it hasn’t survived in the past) it will no longer be organic and all eggs that my chickens lay today will need to be thrown out. As you can see, the chemicals are sprayed almost […]
How to grow Cucumbers
When to Plant Cucumbers Sow seeds directly into prepared rows or hills one to two weeks after your last spring frost, and make a second planting a month later. Where summers are short and cool, start seeds indoors under bright fluorescent lights two weeks before your last spring frost. If kept moist and warm (above […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ RESTORATION IDEA HOUSE TOUR
Farmhouse Restoration Idea House Tour ~ SOUTHERN LIVING Southern Living always has beautiful home ideas. I hope you enjoy looking at this weeks farmhouse as much as I did. These ideas from our first-ever renovation of a historic home offer inspiration for floors, ceilings, and everything else. Stair Hall Reclaim lost space under the stairs. […]
WHY YOU SHOULD NOT WASH FRESH EGGS
WHY YOU SHOULD NOT WASH FRESH EGGS I usually don’t wash my eggs until I am ready to use them unless it’s been raining and they are dirty. I have done extensive research before making this decision and realized that they stayed fresh much longer if unwashed whether they were refrigerated or not. […]
Farmhouse Friday ~ MAGNOLIA HOUSE, TEXAS
I’m super excited for this week’s Farmhouse Friday ! I actually talked my daughter into making a 1 1/2 hour detour so I could go see the house. In case you are not familiar with the Magnolia House, it belongs to the Fixer Upper stars Chip & Joanna Gains. Yep, that’s me. The Magnolia […]
Grilled Chicken-Finger Fajitas with Peppers and Onions
Grilled Chicken-Finger Fajitas with Peppers and Onions Ingredients 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream 2 teaspoons taco seasoning or Mexican seasoning blend 1 pound chicken breast tenderloins 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning blend 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon bottled hot sauce (such as Cholula) 1 fresh poblano pepper, stemmed, quartered lengthwise, and seeded* 1 red sweet pepper, stemmed, quartered […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~
When you see the inside of StoneGable house, you will fall in love with it just like I did. The photos below come from her “summer” look but you can check out all of her home tours at her blog StoneGable. Yvonne says that summer at StoneGable means being outside in the garden and long summer […]
How to Grow ~ BELL PEPPERS
HOW TO GROW BELL PEPPERS Planting Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost date. The temperature must be at least 70 degrees F for seed germination, so keep them in a warm area for the best and fastest results. Start pepper seeds three to a pot, and thin out the weakest seedling. Let the remaining […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ Farmhouse 5540
This weeks farmhouse comes from Farmhouse 5540. It’s a cozy farmhouse in Pennsylvania that is bright and beautiful. This is just a sneak peek so go check out Megan’s blog where she is renovating, decorating and creating in an 1867 Pennsylvania farmhouse. She is very detailed oriented with her decorating, even giving you the paint […]
Impossibly Easy BLT Pie
I ran across this recipe on the Betty Crocker website and it looked so good, I had to share it. Ingredients 12 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 oz) 1/2 cup Original Bisquick 1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 3/4 cup milk 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 eggs 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 cup shredded lettuce 6 thin […]
Our Newest Chicks
I was excited to come home from vacation and see new baby chicks. Ginger is my mother hen and I usually let her raise all babies. The three chicks with black coloring are Polish babies and the yellow one is a silkie.
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY – A Burst of Beautiful
Alicia and Nick at A Burst of Beautiful have a beautiful, light-filled home. I’m so excited to be able to share it with you today. You can check out their website and entire home HERE. KITCHEN The author states that the kitchen is her favorite room in the home. I can see why… it’s beautiful ! […]
Vinegar Vs. Dishwasher Rinse Aids
I ran across this article about using vinegar as a natural dishwasher rinse aid over at Handy and Homemade. There are a couple of suggestions on how to use the vinegar in the dishwasher (put in your rinse aid dispenser or put in a bowl on the top rack) I have been […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ TEXAS
When I ran across this farmhouse, I knew I had to share. Using my two favorite colors, blue & green, the interior designer Marci Barnes from M. Barnes & Co created this beautiful home. Located only an hour from Dallas, this house has about 4,500 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4½ bathrooms, plus a pool house. The dining room […]
HOW TO GROW TOMATOES
Planting If you’re planting seeds (versus purchasing transplants), you’ll want to start your seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the average last spring frost date. Select a site with full sun and well-drained soil. For northern regions, is is VERY important that your site receives at least 6 hours of sun. For southern regions, […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ CITY FARMHOUSE
The Farmhouse this week comes from City Farmhouse. I love how white and bright this farmhouse is but instead of looking cold, it has a cozy neutral feel. I hope you enjoy the tour as much as I did.
Vegetable Garden Layouts / Plans
I have been trying to plan my new vegetable garden. I have spent hours on Pinterest searching for the perfect layout. I never thought it would be this hard to decide on a garden plan. I have been planting in my little 4 x 8 square foot garden for years but alas, the boards decided […]
CEDAR HILL FARMHOUSE ~ TEXAS
The owner of this beautiful home says she finds “French country style is very warm and inviting, and it’s the most compelling to me because it’s a combination of beauty and comfort.” She definietly brings her love of French country design into her home. Hope you enjoy the tour. An antique bed covered with mosquito […]
How To Grow Cabbage
Spring is here and everyone is back in garden mode, including me. I’m trying to decide what I want to plant, how much to plant, and where I’m going to put my garden this year. The boards around my square foot garden finally gave out so I’m starting from scratch this year. Expect to […]
FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ BATHROOMS
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FARMHOUSE FRIDAY – DINING ROOMS
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FARMHOUSE FRIDAY ~ LIVING ROOMS
Here is over a dozen farmhouse inspired living rooms. Which one is your favorite? DIGS DIGS DIGS DIGS INSTAGRAM – YELLOW PRAIRIE INTERIORS DWELL BEAUTIFUL FARMHOUSE 5540 POPSUGAR HOW TO DECORATE HGTV PERFECTLY IMPERFECT SOUTHERN LIVING CITY FARMHOUSE TALK OF THE HOUSE
