Archive for Category: "Home+Made"

Cute Party Packages + Thank You Cards

Cute Party Packages + Thank You Cards

Happy Friday everyone! I don’t mean to brag, but I am so proud of my husband.  His design skills amaze me daily.  The boy is so talented and has such a great imagination.  I actually enjoy his opinion when it comes to colors because he has such a designer eye.  I think it is so [...]

Choosing to See Joy

Choosing to See Joy

Another Monday means another start to a busy week. Rubbing my sleep-filled eyes to begin my day, I know that I’m going to need strength not my own to keep me going.  Grocery shopping, house cleaning, work on the e-book, pick the twins up from school, cook dinner, attend sewing class….my chores and responsibilities almost [...]

Lessons In Love (From a 2 year old)

As many of you know I have the most precious 2 year old daughter any parent could ask for! She is dainty, sweet, kind, and gentle. She is also tough, loud, and demanding when she wants to be. As I was thinking about what I would write this month (taking valentine’s day into consideration) the [...]

Christen’s Kitchen: Decadent Meals with Dessert

Christen’s Kitchen: Decadent Meals with Dessert

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, here are some meals and desserts that are sure to satisfy your love’s taste buds: Pan-Fried Chicken with Creamy Sauce Chocolate Honey-Almond Tart Slow Cooker Melt-In-Your-Mouth Short Ribs Raspberry Cheesecake Pan-Fried Chicken with Creamy Sauce: This is a meal that I put together by combining two staples in [...]

Christen’s Crafts

Christen’s Crafts

Since I’ve been making the girls’ Easter dresses, I haven’t had much time for crafts.  Still, I couldn’t help but share these fun ideas via Pinterest!  Happy Crafting!!!!   Source: tidymom.net via Christen on Pinterest Source: raegunwear.blogspot.com via Christen on Pinterest Source: rebekahmerkle.blogspot.com via Christen on Pinterest Source: playathomemom3.blogspot.com via Christen on Pinterest Source: etsy.com [...]

Sewing Tips & Tricks

Sewing Tips & Tricks

On more than one occasion, I’ve had a new mom come up to me and say, “I would love to learn how to sew.”  We then get into a discussion about sewing, smocking, embroidery, and how in the world to get started.  I thought it might be fun today to share with y’all some of [...]

Christen’s Kitchen: Cookin’ with Cranberries

Christen’s Kitchen: Cookin’ with Cranberries

I love cranberries any day of the week but especially during the colder months of the year.  They are sweet but have a slightly sour bite that makes them a great addition to any meal.  Below are three recipes that I love to use with cranberries: Spinach Salad with Home-made Cranberry-Walnut Croutons Spinach salad might [...]

Christmas 2011

Christmas 2011

Another Christmas has come and gone.  A tree once full of life is now bending slightly, needles falling to the ground.  The  wrapped presents have all been opened leaving a trash can full to the brim with the beautifully crafted paper.  Leftovers have been divided among family members all going their separate ways.  Even though [...]

Dessert with Friends

Dessert with Friends

Thanks to Duncan Hines for sponsoring my writing. There’s no limit to the baking possibilities, so grab your favorite Duncan Hines mix and Comstock or Wilderness fruit fillings and Bake On! www.duncanhines.com. Last Thursday, Raleigh and I hosted our small group Christmas party.  I had so much fun spending quality time with such great friends! [...]

Party Time

Party Time

We’ve been little party hoppers these days.  Between birthdays, christenings, and baby showers, we have certainly made the rounds!  It has been so much fun to be part of our friends’ special occasions.  Here are some of the festivities we have partaken in over the last month: Maralee and I attended Camryn & Claire’s Christening.  [...]