How to Make a Thankful Tree
A Thankful Tree is a great way to help children (and adults) focus on being grateful for what they have. While November is a great month to make this craft, it can be made throughout the year.
We decided to create a Thankful Tree and write something we are thankful for each day. Now, a thankful tree is nothing new, and I am sure you have seen many different ones floating around on Pinterest, but... read more ❯
How to Cook a Pumpkin
Do you know how to cook a pumpkin? I didn't until a few years ago when stores started running out of canned pumpkin around Thanksgiving.
Not only is it easy to cook a pumpkin, you can store the extra pumpkin in your freezer for several months!
Many recipes suggest cooking a pumpkin in the oven. However, since I live in Florida and didn't want to turn on my oven in the 90+ degree heat I decided to... read more ❯
Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
At our home, we have a pretty traditional Thanksgiving. We eat turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and plenty of dessert. We also take lots of naps.
This year I've decided to shake things up just a bit. I'll be smoking our turkey, because the flavor is indescribably delicious, and we'll be serving these Pumpkin Dinner Rolls to dazzle the whole family.
These dinner rolls get their amazing golden color from delicious pumpkin puree. Yum! Adding a tiny amount of... read more ❯
DIY Compost Bin
Do you want to make your own compost bin? Do you want to start composting but don't want to buy an expensive composter? This DIY compost bin is so easy to make and costs less than $20.
It's free if you have an old trash can that you don't need anymore. Not only is it inexpensive, it takes less than 30 minutes to put together. This DIY compost bin was so easy, my kids were able... read more ❯
Coffee Filter Valentine's Day Bouquet
By contributing writer Jordon
I have been looking for an excuse to try this craft out. I made a Valentine's Day bouquet for my son's teacher out of coffee filters. It turned out so cute, and I cannot believe how easy it was! It really got my mind going with other bouquet ideas I could do. But for now, I will share with you how to make a Valentine's Day Bouquet using coffee filters.
Coffee Filter Bouquet
Supplies... read more ❯