DIY Garden Path

 

DIY garden path. Take a multi picture frame and fill with concrete. (Tip from a reader: Beeswax on the wood - or cooking oil will aid in the release).

This is thanks to

Homesteading / Survivalism

http://blushingbeebyme.blogspot.com/2012/07/diy-garden-path.html

The View From Our Kitchen

 

When we moved into our home we had a large field of 20 acres behind us. (it is not ours it is owned by a company that will not be building on it) I was worried about putting blinds up or something covering the back sliding door….well we have now been here 8 years and I never did put anything up! I love sitting at the kitchen table or outside and seeing the wildlife.  In summer they let the field grow long…it has some wildflowers and then once a few days a year they come to bail the hay. I love the fact that we have the field behind us and a retention pond next to us so very few neighbors. My son can shoot his bb gun and both kids have bow and arrows. Even though we are in town it is just a little taste of the country that I miss.

What do you love most about your home or where you live?

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“I Can Do All Things Through Him Who Gives Me Strength”

 

I made this my Facebook cover earlier today…

I just love it and this has always been one of my favorites

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Note To Self

 

 

Yet another great thing I found on Facebook today. I think this is something we all need to remember.

This is thanks to

The Healing Intuitive

http://blushingbeebyme.blogspot.com/2012/07/note-to-self.html

My Primitive Décor (Laundry Room Ideas)

 

As you can tell by my blog I love primitive things! I will slowly be sharing items that I have used in my home to make it how I love.  I just wanted to share……Maybe we can get ideas off one another.

 

 

Picked up this simple sign at Hobby Lobby. Thought it was cute for my laundry room. Found it on a 1/2 off sale.

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Chocolate Covered Pretzels Ideas

 

 

Happy National Milk Chocolate Day! "Like" this post if you LOVE milk chocolate!
Try combining salty and sweet flavors by making chocolate dipped pretzels! Get the how-to here:

http://to.ehow.com/MTeexk

 

This post is thanks to

eHow

http://blushingbeebyme.blogspot.com/2012/07/chocolate-covered-pretzels-ideas.html

Country Living

 

This photo is thanks to  www.myfourthirds.com

 

Found this photo today and it brings back memories of when I was much younger. (not our cabin but just reminded me of things when I took a look) We had a cabin in Eagle River Wisconsin (it was built by my grandfather) and we would always spend time there as a family in the summer. Driving there was always fun and we would stop by the local candy stores to buy some treats for our stay. (they are still there Country Store of Eagle River and Tremblay's Sweet Shop) The cabin was hidden off a road and had a winding driveway going to it. Surrounded by trees and a long trail in the back leading to the water. My brother and I would play in the woods for hours building forts and gathering wild blueberries to snack on. It was very primitive and we had a large barn and a outhouse. It was a place I will never forget and a place I wish I could have taken my kids. When I was around 9 my grandmother had to sell it I just remember crying the entire way home. The people that purchased our cabin knocked it down and built a modern day home. That was just unbelievable to me. Last summer we went to see my aunt who lives in Berlin Wisconsin and drove to the road that the cabin used to be on. We walked the street, took in the smells of all the pines. My kids could not understand what was so special about what used to be there. We could not get close enough for them to see the water from the street. Years ago they had cabins for rent but I really do not think they do that anymore. When we came home I shared many stories and showed them photos of the times at the cabin. My son really enjoyed about Uncle Jon and I setting up cans and shooting them with BB’s and fishing. I think my daughter would have loved sitting by the river, reading and using the boat to row to a little island and see the wildlife.  I hope in a few years we can look into renting a cabin…it won’t be the same as the one we knew growing up but I am sure that they can create there own memories and adventures.

 

Eagle River Downtown (the shops and the candy store) 

Below is a actual photo from Eagle River this is thanks to http://www.city-data.com/picfilesc/picc23001.php

 

So as I finish writing this post I was curious what you spent your summers doing when you were younger? Did you have a place that was special to you and your family? I hope you are all enjoying the summer, it seems like school is coming fast. I want to enjoy the time we have left!

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So True

 

 

Found this today on Facebook and wanted to share

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Ice Cream Time Saver

 

 

what a great idea! such a time saver for birthday parties- scoop the ice cream into lined cupcake pans & put them in the freezer. then just pull them out when you cut the cake & serve!

 

This post is thanks to

Homestead Survival

http://blushingbeebyme.blogspot.com/2012/07/ice-cream-time-saver.html

 

Find Me On Pinterest

 

 

 

Just see here

 

 

 

 

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Piggy Bread Recipe

 

These are just too cute!

Find the article here

This post is thanks to Homestead Survival here

 

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20 Brilliant Things To Make In A Jar

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Via: mycakies.blogspot.com

Start saving your old jam jars! From cakes to herb gardens, pies to photo frames, and even entire meals … here are 20 fantastic things you never knew you could make with a jar. (Above: red velvet cupcakes in a jar. Get the recipe here).

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Word on the street: salad in a jar is all the rage. As long as you layer it so the lettuce and dressing don’t touch, your salad can be made up to four days in advance and will stay fresh. When you’re ready to eat, just shake it! Get the recipe here.

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Cookies in a jar – a great gift idea. Assemble all the dry ingredients, layer them prettily and then label with cooking instructions on the back. Get the recipe and free printable labels here.

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For a rustic vintage look, display your photos inside glass jars and bottles.

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Chocolate muffin bread cooked in a jar. Yes please! Get the recipe here.

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Super sweet. Individual pies cooked in a jar. Use as a show-stopping dinner party dessert or attach thank-you labels and use them as wedding favours. Get some pie ideas here.

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Bread, cooked in a jar? Yes you can! These wholewheat, buttermilk and rosemary rolls will rival any ‘artisan’ bread from your local deli. Get the recipe here.

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A fabulous visual reminder of your favourite holidays. Create these memory jars by collecting souvenirs, photos, ticket stubs and found objects from your family travels.

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So let’s just cut to the chase – what about making all your meals in a jar?! Prepare a whole week’s feast in advance with these recipe ideas – including samosas, chicken curry, lasagne, salmon salad and more!

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There isn’t a child on earth who wouldn’t be wowed by these: rainbow cupcakes baked in a jar. Get the recipe here.

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Individual cheesecakes in a jar. Look, it has fruit on it – so it must be good for you, right? Get the recipe here.

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Suspended jars and tealight candles make a pretty stunning DIY chandelier.

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Get that campfire feel with roasted marshmallow cakes. These look evil but delicious! Get the recipe here.

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A great alternative to party ‘bags’ at an underwater themed birthday: use brown sugar, blue m&ms and lolly fish to make beach-in-a-jar.

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Assemble Christmas lollipops out of sweets and create an edible snow scene in a jar. Get the tutorial here.

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No space for a garden? Create an indoor wall planter with a few jars and a little bit of DIY. Get the instructions here.

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The perfect pick-me-up. Write your kids’ funny sayings on little pieces of paper and keep them in a jar. When you’re having a down day, fish one out for a guaranteed smile.

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Add a scoop of vanilla bean ice-cream and these cherry crumbles are perfection in a jar. Get the recipe here.

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A great way to pack for a picnic: individually portioned – a container and bowl in one! Get picnic jar recipe ideas here.

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Fun for cocktails or a garden party. Turn jars into drink bottles by drilling a hole in the lid, filing the edges and then spray painting in bright colours.

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