Updating the light fixtures was a given when we bought this house. The style fit the Tuscan theme the previous owners had going but not the light and contemporary open look we want. The kitchen pendants are one of the first things you see no matter where you enter the living area so they are […]
Four Secrets to Roasting a Moist and Tender Turkey
Turkey — tender and moist. Crispy and golden on the platter. A twelve to fourteen pound bird that roasts in 2 and a half hours instead of 4. What creates this magic? Mayonnaise makes the turkey moist and tender. And no, there is no mayo taste — just tender turkey. The bird turns out a […]
Busy Monday 241
Note — Sorry for any inconvenience. We were offline in the middle of the night for maintenance and will be again Monday between 1 and 3 am Central Time — If you are having trouble linking please let me know via fb. Thanks. We’ve had a long Indian Summer — just perfect! We’ve gotten so […]
How to apply decorative nailhead trim
We used decorative nailhead trim on a quick and easy upholstered headboard. Nail head trim can be used in all sorts of upholstered projects. So this a separate post for reference in whatever upholstered project you happen to be creating. That and the headboard post was getting way too long! 🙂 Nailhead trim comes in […]
Slow Cooker Honey Pork with green beans
Honeyed Pork and green beans cooked long and slow in the slow cooker. Easy delicious one pot dinner. I tend to buy meat only when it is on sale. Usually I end up with several pieces of meat that need to be frozen or cooked immediately. This recipe works either way. Make it it right […]
Busy Monday 240
Looking for the current Busy Monday Linky Party for November 13-16? Here it is: Busy Monday 242 Just back from a quick outing in the nearby state park — such a perfect fall day. I’m so glad you’re here — hope your day was perfect, too!! Featured from last week: IgoBOGO — Apple Fritter Rings […]
Welcome! I’m Charlene. I love to share quick and easy recipes, whatever I’ve learned in our last DIY project – anything that helps make life easier, better and more fun!! I hope you will find inspiration and add a pinch of joy to your day!