Online Fun: Make Your Own Snowman
Every now and then we all need a little diversion from our ordinary routines and tasks. All work and no play will make us dull boys and girls,… Read More »
Holiday Treats: Snickers Cookies
I love these cookies. And judging by the amount of times I get asked for this recipe, I would say lots of other people love them too. What… Read More »
Holiday Treats: White Chocolate Munchie Mix
The Christmas season is upon us once again. It’s the time of year for tinsel and lights, parties and packages, peace on earth, goodwill to men, and …. Read More »
Homemade Pancake Mix
Pancakes are a simple meal that even beginner cooks can whip up with ease. And just as easy as making the pancakes themselves, is making a homemade pancake… Read More »
How to Color Easter Eggs with Silk Ties
Every year I like to color a few Easter eggs, especially if I can find a new creative and frugal method. Last year I tried all sorts of… Read More »
Pretzel Treats for Valentine’s Day
Don’t you just love the folks over at the M & M factory? We can count on them at every holiday season to crank out M & M… Read More »
Christmas Craft Flashback #4 – Mini Spool Tree
The last ornament in my Christmas Craft Flashback is this little tree made from wooden craft spools wrapped with ribbon. It’s a very easy homemade Christmas ornament, and… Read More »
Christmas Craft Flashback #3 – Felt Gingerbread Men
The next homemade Christmas ornament in our Christmas Craft Flashback are these cute little felt gingerbread men. Even though I followed a pattern from the fabric store, they… Read More »
Christmas Craft Flashback #2 – Stamped Tile Ornaments
It was seven years ago when I made these homemade Christmas ornaments using rubber stamps and small ceramic tiles. (I’m sure of the time frame on this one… Read More »
Christmas Craft Flashback #1 – Paint Stirrer Snowman
It was that time of year again when I was sorting through the Christmas ornaments I’ve collected. I’m not talking about the color-coordinated-shiny-ball kind of ornaments, mind you. … Read More »

I'm Bev and I love to share ideas for living a more creative and resourceful lifestyle with homemade alternatives we can make for ourselves. 




