DIY projects, thrifty home decor and easy crafts
These easy Pumpkin Spice Muffins begin with a boxed spice cake mix and end with a delicious streusel topping. Must have breakfast or snack for fall! Looking back on my years as a mom of many kids (and how did those years fly by so fast?) one of the best things I did for myself was to carve out time… Read More
This easy strawberry bread recipe is terrific with either fresh or frozen strawberries. Only one bowl needed and will make loaves or muffins! One of our favorite family traditions each year is strawberry picking at a local farm. This year the weather couldn’t have been more beautiful or the berries more perfect. You might say we spent a few… Read More
It was such a lovely day in my hometown yesterday. A brisk breeze accompanied the rays of sun shining on us from the heavens above. And then today happened. Wet, dreary with a forecast of wintry mush. I’m just going to close my eyes and pretend that I’m sitting on our deck with the warm breezes blowing…. instead of bundled… Read More
These scrumptious bread machine cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Our family has developed many traditions throughout the years. These include the many years we dressed as a cow on Chick-Fil-A Cow Day, the Christmas Village display we set up each year and Instant Russian Tea that is a part of our Thanksgiving… Read More
I don’t know about you, but I always thought making bread sounded so hard. Hours of slaving over the dough. Not anymore. I’ve discovered a secret weapon. The bread machine! This homemade hamburger buns recipe is just a measure and go one, but if you’re new to a bread machine I’ve left you a note on the recipe… Read More
This easy banana crumb muffin with a delicious streusel topping is great for breakfast or to accompany a meal. Can even use frozen bananas in the mix! When I saw this recipe I knew I wanted to see if the Banana Crumb Muffins would taste as good as my Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. None of my family are huge breakfast eaters… Read More
This easy chocolate chip banana bread is a great way to use up old bananas and is the perfect quick bread. Plus, you only need one bowl! What do you get when you combine bananas and chocolate chips? A most delicious chocolate chip banana bread to serve for family or friends. Whenever I take this recipe to get togethers… Read More