My hubby got me a new sewing machine as a Christmas present. I got a Bernina 590 which includes the machine embroidery attachment. Wow, is it ever nice!!! I learned to sew as a kid. Both grandma’s and my mom sewed. There were home economics classes in both jr. high and high school that included… Continue reading New Sewing Machine!
Category: Homemaking
Different areas of the home – life hacks, favorite tools
Reusable Paper Towels
*Updated 1/9/2025 – scroll to the end for the update In previous posts, I’ve mentioned that I am looking for ways to avoid the stores (thus saving money). I was at a garden show earlier in 2024 and one of the vendors was selling reusable paper towels. The vendor’s stuff was cute, but she didn’t… Continue reading Reusable Paper Towels
A Day in the Life – Probiotics
*a few of the links in this post are affiliate links. That means if you click and order something, I’ll make a few pennies. What does a day in my life look like? Most days are pretty similar. Some days I have more energy than others or get more ambitious than on other days. Rather… Continue reading A Day in the Life – Probiotics
A Day In The Life – July 2024
*this post contains affiliate links which means I’ll get a small commission if you buy something through one of the links below Whew what a day it has been and it’s only 2PM! Summer is here which means it’s backpacking season. I knew I wanted to get some food freeze dried to prepare for upcoming… Continue reading A Day In The Life – July 2024
Tea Towels
(This post contains affiliate links which means if you purchase something through this link, I’ll make a few cents) I started a new hobby this past winter and have continued as I wait for spring and all of the outdoor activities to begin – embroidery. Now that the outdoor activities have begun, I’ve set this… Continue reading Tea Towels
Strawberries
(This post contains affiliate links which means if you purchase from my link, I will make a few cents) It’s strawberry season here in the PNW. I’m very thankful for a u-pick farm nearby that has a variety of things I can pick. While they aren’t certified organic, they practice clean farming practices which we… Continue reading Strawberries
Raspberry Rhubarb Jam
Rhubarb – how I love thee and how I hate thee!!! Rhubarb causes so much excitement because it’s the first thing to harvest in the spring which means it is almost the start of gardening season. (Here in the Pacific Northwest, that season starts late and ends quick!!!) I also hate rhubarb – what in… Continue reading Raspberry Rhubarb Jam
Garden Update – May 2024 (later)
I know I already posted about the garden for the month of May, but I find myself walking around the backyard multiple times a day just to gaze at the dirt. There is something so satisfying about watching things grow. I have harvested rhubarb, radishes and spinach so far. The rhubarb is excelling! If only… Continue reading Garden Update – May 2024 (later)
Sourdough – It’s a journey
*links in this post are affiliate links which means that I may make a bit of money if purchased through my link For anyone who is frugal, I’m sure that making things for yourself from scratch is high on your list. It is for me!! I decided that after I retired, I would delve into… Continue reading Sourdough – It’s a journey
Reducing food waste – Freeze Drying
*some links below may be affiliate links which means if the item is purchased through the link, I may make a small commission Have you ever seen those foods/meals you can buy that are supposed to last up to 25 years? Those are freeze dried meals! Why would you want a freeze dried (FD) meal?… Continue reading Reducing food waste – Freeze Drying