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Three Simple Steps Explaining How To Propagate Grapes
Propagating Grapes is such an easy way to start your own little vineyard. After visiting a local winery and learning all the basics from the masters I took everything I learned and tried it on my own. Haak Winery is right down the road from me. They, along with many other vineyards, open their doors to the public to let them come in and participate in picking grapes and/or pruning back the vines. This can be such a fun family event AND if you are blessed – they will a lot of the time let you take home the vines to play around with and try to grow your own.…
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The Best 3 Ingredient No Pectin Black Raspberry Jam Recipe & The New Love of Your Life
If you’re looking for a no-pectin black raspberry jam recipe, you’ve come to the right place! Black raspberry season in Northern Illinois was in full swing last June, and we made the most of it with bars, jam, and pie. With about 7 cups of berries still in the freezer, I’m considering another pie or maybe some mini pies next. This simple, no-pectin recipe highlights the rich, natural flavor of black raspberries without relying on added thickening agents. It’s perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a straightforward way to preserve these delicious berries. If you’re interested in exploring more homemade spreads, be sure to visit our Jams and Jellies page,…
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This Minestrone Soup is my New Favorite Italian Dinner!
A couple of years ago, my husband brought me some Minestrone Soup from the Olive Garden. I was put on bed rest after my surgery, and as for me cooking, well… it was not happening. Haha, I had never had their Minestrone Soup before, but after one bite, I was in heaven!! And I knew I had to add it to my arsenal of family meals. I spent a while trying to figure out a recipe that I loved. After a few trials, I finally perfected something that was not only delicious but is super easy to make! This recipe makes a huge pot of soup. But it is simple…
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How to Start a Small Garden That Will Thrive
Starting a garden can seem really intimidating, especially if you’re a newbie (like me) and you don’t have a whole lot of space (also like me). I live in a small townhome with a teeny tiny backyard, but I wanted to have a garden for my daughter and me to learn and explore in. So, we built ourselves a small vegetable garden! Sure, there were some ups and downs the first year, but that is to be expected! Overall, it was so much fun building it with her and watching our plants grow! The real reason we started this garden was because of the pandemic! We kind of got tossed…
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Attaching a filter to a Stock Tank is super easy.
With all the amazing decorating ideas online about styling the perfect backyard stock tank pool, there are very few that talk about how to set it up. I spent hours on top of hours trying to figure out exactly what and how to do it. Not only did I get excited and jump in the stock tank pool world without knowing what I was doing, but I also bought one that had bumps and lumps in all the wrong places and I was so lost on how I was going to hook up a filter system. But all my research paid off and I have had my tank up and…
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The Best & Most Simple Black Raspberry Bars That You’ll Crave All Year Long—Watch Out for Those Thorns!
Man, do I LOVE black raspberries! Tiny and seedy little raspberries were graciously planted by the birds in my hometown in Illinois. This summer, we got the surprise of the year when we were walking in the back of my MIL’s property and found a TON of black raspberry bushes. I think we found a new section of bushes every day that we went out there, and we collected a bunch of berries every time we went. The first thing we made with them was Black Raspberry Bars. Get inspired with more amazing dessert recipes by visiting From Scratch Desserts. This post contains affiliate links. This will not cost you…
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Homemade Tortillas have quickly become a Family Favorite around here!
Who doesn’t love a homemade tortilla!?? I know my world would not be complete without tortillas. Mexican food is my favorite!! Most everyone in my family loves it as well. The only picky one is my oldest daughter. But when I am making these for everyone, it is simple enough to press a couple out and make her some pizza pockets. This post contains affiliate links. This will not cost you anything, but it helps us to offset the cost of running the blog. We only share products we use and would recommend to a friend. Thank you for your support! Click ‘HERE’ for more info. This tortilla recipe is so easy…
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Moon Activities from Space Camp that are Fun & Easy
This week was Space Camp for us and we did a lot of activities that kept our campers busy and having fun learning a bit about space. The first day of camp was about the moon so we chose two activities to do! One of the activities was an orbiting project so the kids could see how the moon orbits the Earth and how they both orbit the sun. The next activity was the classic Oreo phases of the moon! That one never gets old. Our campers were between 5 and 10 and these activities were fun for all! The younger kids needed a little extra help so the older…
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Plan Out Your Homestead With These Simple Steps
Starting a homestead has been a dream brewing for quite a while. Yet, it is a venture I am really just beginning to jump into. I have had so many ideas swirling around in my head. Chickens, gardens, bees, and more. Can there be more? ALWAYS! I have dabbled with growing small gardens, poured over books, and researched so many things. I finally hit a point where I was like, “ENOUGH DABBLING LISA!!! It is time to jump in!” And just l like that – I jumped! (wink) There really are so many things that go into the thought process and planning of starting this venture. And as much as I…
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Easy American Fruit Flag Skewers and Fun 4th of July Activities
American fruit flag skewers are a simple, fun, and festive way to celebrate the 4th of July with your kids — especially if you’re looking for a last-minute holiday activity that involves food and a little creativity. I’ll be honest, I’m usually scrambling for ideas right before a holiday hits. The 4th tends to sneak up on me, and between everyday life and the summer rush, I often don’t get to the cute Pinterest crafts in time. But this year, we pulled off a sweet little project just in time — and my daughter loved it. These red, white, and blue fruit skewers come together quickly and double as a…
