This little shop has stolen my heart. Hand-painted silk scarves, pottery, paintings, hand-made cards and eclectic artisan gifts in a rustic, serene setting. If you’re local, you must visit Barn In Bloom! I’ve had several delightful chats with owner and creative, Sarah. (Be sure to check hours first: open Wed. – Sat. only.) Savor homemade…
Kitchen Demolition Derby (You’re Invited!)
Hope you’re having a great weekend and welcome to the chaos! (Like you needed more, right?) Chaos with a capital C. I’ve mentioned we’re in kitchen remodeling mode around here. We’ve been selling off our current kitchen piece by piece on Craig’s List and the stove went Friday. Buh bye. My dining room table… So how…
Favorite Things #2
Happy weekend and a few of my faves! I KNIT THIS CRAZY SCARF! And enjoyed every minute. (And love wearing it too.) Story here. (Always a story.) If you want directions, let me know. Very simple. And just when we’d almost lost faith in humanity, THIS! (Grab your tissue box.) This daddy serenading his baby girl –…
Frosty New England Morning
Nothing quite like a Frosty New England Morning. I remember as a child, wandering the Rhode Island woods behind our home the morning after a freshly fallen snow. Eerily silent, save the sound of the snow crunch underfoot. All is fresh and clean and new. Each tiny branch dressed as a bride in white. These…
Keep Reading to See If You Are The Prize Winner Today
I didn’t even mention previously that we’re having prizes here on THLG this weekend. We are. Truth is, you’re ALL winners, but I only have two prizes. So please keep reading to see if You Are The Prize Winner today. Something mega exciting happened here last Tuesday evening while my family was quietly (?) sitting…
How to Store Basil
Fresh basil is my all-time favorite green herb for snipping into spring and summer dishes. But how to store basil to keep it fresh for longer than a day or two? Learn easy tips to store basil so it lasts for a week or longer! I love the sweet, peppery taste of garden fresh basil!…
Pain au Chocolat (Chocolate Croissant Recipe)
Pain Au Chocolat (Chocolate Croissant Recipe): Light, flaky, chocolate-filled buttery croissants with chocolate drizzle. Impressive bakery-style pastries. Easily made with store bought croissant dough (in the tube) in the refrigerated case. (Use chocolate sticks from King Arthur Flour or chocolate chips.) As I sit inside, cozy and warm, musing on this dreary late March Monday…
Best Maple Syrup Recipes
Today I’m sharing some of my Best Maple Syrup Recipes! If you know me at all, you know I’m a true blue New England girl who loves her maple syrup. I counted the other day and there are nearly twenty maple syrup recipes here on the blog! So woo hoo. Even as a little kid, I…
How I Save Money on Electricity
I sure do love saving a buck. How about you? I’m always on the look out for different ways to save money, whether it’s using coupons and Groupons or turning off the water while brushing teeth and washing dishes. I tell my boys if we can save money on necessities like food, electricity and water,…
Willy Wonka Christmas Ball Wreath
This Willy Wonka Christmas Ball Wreath is a fun and sparkly way to welcome the Christmas holidays. Easy to make too. Just hot glue Christmas ornaments of various colors, shapes and sizes onto a styrofoam wreath form. Add a bow and hang to dispense instant Christmas cheer. I know, I know. Why am I posting…
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