Today I received an unexpected gift from an acquaintance. I never knew he was so talented and I was humbled that he would gift me with a piece of his art. I was having a not so good Monday at the office and this was a little blessing that made my day so much brighter. I have known Roger for 7 years and had no idea that he is such an accomplished wood carver. The little hummingbird you see here is all hand carved and painted by him. Amazing work!
Category Archives: homemade
Handmade by me
I took a purse class at a local quilt shop and here’s what I made—LOVE the fabric. The pattern we used was the pleated tote by Jen Giddens. ((sorry…can’t remember who the fabric is by))
Popcorn!
As an adult I’ve never taken the time to make popcorn on the stove. It’s always been microwave popcorn. I finally decided to change that and give the stove top popcorn a try. I have very fond memories of my mom popping corn this way..as a child I loved shaking the Hamady bag after mom …Read More
Gourmet Caramel Apples
Made gourmet caramel apples with the kids the other night. I remembered to take some photos to share with you. Start with yummy Honey Crisp Apples: Crush up lots of yummy toppings: Melt some caramel balls (are these a great invention or what??? no more unwrapping lots and lots of caramels): Prep your apples:Dip apples …Read More
Yum!! Raspberry Jam
Up bright n early this a.m. to make some raspberry jam This was easy peasy to make. Just mash up some berries, mix in 1 1/2 cups of sugar and a packet of no-cook jam preserve (from Ball). Put in freezer containers and you are all done. Love easy recipes. Do you have an easy …Read More



