Follow along to see how we gave an old piece of furniture new life and how to chalk paint. Simple to use, chalk paint can be used for many different farmhouse projects. Old Pieces Add Character We have a lot of hand me down furniture. But when we first got it all, none of it […]
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Homemade Dish Soap With Only 3 Ingredients
Versatile, non-toxic and simple. Nothing beats an effective and homemade cleaning product. Learn how to make this DIY Homemade Dish Soap. Dishes are never ending in this household. I am home all day with the baby which means three meals a day in the kitchen. Mix that with my love for cooking and dishes are […]
Maple Apple Pork Chops with Roasted Fall Vegetables
Juicy pork chops with crispy roasted fall vegetables, all topped with roasted apples and a touch of maple. Everything about these Maple Apple Pork Chops with Roasted Fall Vegetables screams F-A-L-L and I am here for it. Combine the yummy flavors with the idea that this is a one pan meal and this meal is […]
DIY Natural Fall Wreath | Dried Apple and Greenery
Fall is on its way and it is time to cozy up this farm for the season. Join me in making this DIY Natural Fall Wreath with Dried Apples and Greenery. I am getting so excited for fall. We really love fall around here. Since the temperatures reach over 100 during the summer, I am […]
Sourdough Pie Crust
A buttery, flaky pie crust is comforting no matter the time of year. The sour flavor from this sourdough pie crust cannot be beat and is perfect for any pie. We love pie during any season. Creamy pot pie, apple pie, even quiche is great year round. And my favorite part of Fall and Winter […]
5 Natural Baby Essentials to Simplify your Life
Babies honestly do not need much; diapers, clothes and somewhere to sleep. Read on for 5 natural baby essentials to simplify your life. Baby Essentials I was in for a surprise when I had our first baby. I was told that our house would be taken over by baby gear and that babies are so […]
How to Roast a Whole Chicken
Buttery, juicy chicken with a crispy skin is one of our favorite meals around here. The only way to pack this much flavor into chicken is by cooking a whole chicken. Today I wanted to share how to roast a whole chicken with tips on how to get as much flavor as possible. It really […]
How to Sew a DIY Kitchen Towel with Loop
Simple, beautiful and functional. This kitchen towel is perfect for your kitchen or for a gift. Check out this easy, beginner project. This is a great project for a beginner but introduces more skill than just a straight hem. Double sided, a top stitch and added strap for a loop gives this DIY kitchen towel […]
Summer Garden Tour and Mistakes
Summertime means garden time. However, I am no professional gardener. Join me for a Summer garden tour while I discuss what I have learned this year. Gardening is fairly new to me. We always had gardens when I was growing up. I remember long rows of vegetables and tall stalks of corn. While I walked […]
How to Make Homemade Yogurt
Homemade yogurt is not only a healthy and delicious snack but it is also versatile. Learn how to make yogurt at home for cheap! I love the sour taste of fermented dairy like kefir or yogurt. My favorite way to have these is in a smoothie. We generally have smoothies for breakfast and smoothies are […]
Florals and a DIY Summer Planter
Florals and a cut garden have so many purposes around the farm. Besides adding curb appeal and landscaping, they can be cut to use in the home for natural decor. Today I am sharing floral tips as well as a fun, DIY summer planter! We have just recently moved to a new property and we […]
Country White Sandwich Bread
Fluffy, soft, and so easy to make- perfect for sandwiches, with jam or even french toast! This country white sandwich bread is a staple. Other than sourdough, I regularly keep a loaf of this bread made up. Bread is probably one of my favorite things to bake. There are so many variations and ways to […]
Building Our Farmhouse: First Steps
We are what?? We are building a house!! I could not be more excited…and scared. Follow us along in the process to see how we contract our own farmhouse and do some work along the way. Deciding to build our farmhouse Phew. This is a big decision to make. We have always said we wanted […]
How To Make A Sourdough Starter From Scratch
A sourdough starter is a staple in my kitchen. Besides making so many easy meals, it is a much healthier way to consume grains. Sourdough adds so much flavor that I just cannot get over. Follow along to learn how to make a sourdough starter from scratch, so that you can start enjoying the taste […]
Farmhouse Antique Haul
There is no doubt I love antiques. Antique shopping makes me so happy but I have found that it can be easy to come home with junk if you do not know what you are looking for or know your style. I love a collected look and the charm that antiques can add to my […]
Farmhouse Nursery Tour
Light, bright and collected. Come see Ila Dawn’s nursery in our farmhouse nursery tour! I am so excited for this post because it is my favorite room in our farmhouse at the moment! This called for a celebratory farmhouse nursery tour! It is the most completed room and while not 100% done (is anything ever […]
Black Pepper Sourdough Biscuits From Scratch
Soft, fluffy and full of flavor. These are the BEST black pepper sourdough biscuits and we love them in our family! We eat biscuits a lot. With dinners, as breakfast during the week, as sandwiches, the list goes on. There’s just something about a warm biscuit with a slab of butter that makes my heart […]