Building our Walnut Dutch Door (or “DIY Door-ty”)
Dutch doors were very appealing, but they were only available from custom door builders which drove the cost way up. So, of course, what else were we to do except design and build our own!?
Recent Posts
How To Make Pumpkin Puree
Making pumpkin puree is easier than you think and it tastes delicious. Fresh pumpkin makes any recipe even more delicious.
Mini Pumpkin Pies
Mini Pumpkin Pies What’s as cute as cupcake and perfect for fall? Mini Pumpkin Pies! This perfect little dessert is a handheld, easy to make and adorably cute. Want to learn how to make your own pumpkin puree? Learn how here!
Quick and Easy Hummus
We love hummus in our house. We eat it with vegetables, pita bread and even spread it on sandwiches. One of the best parts of hummus is that it is so easy to make. With just a few ingredients, hummus can be made in just […]
Royal Icing
Royal Icing I love using royal icing to decorate cookies. It gives them a clean, beautiful finish but also tastes great. What You’ll Need: 2 tablespoons meringue powder ¼ cup water(plus more for thinning) 4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract How To: In […]
Candy Corn Pinwheel Cookies
These cookies are a festive twist on a favorite holiday candy. Although they are adorable, they are not made like a normal cookie. They take a bit of time and a lot of patience. Every autumn we inevitably end up with a bag of these […]
Sturdy Clutter-Free Garage Shelving
We designed and built these custom shelves to make the most of our garage storage space.
Foldable Custom Trailer
We generate a lot of debris from our various projects, but don’t have a truck to haul it away. Initially, we would just pile it up in the garage until we could borrow a truck. However, this got old pretty quick and it took a […]
Taut Line Hitch
We find that one of the most useful (more obscure) knots is the Taut Line Hitch. We use it for tying down loads in our trailer (and when folding it) and we even use it to help support items that are being lifted about head […]
Perfect Sugar Cookies
Perfect Sugar Cookies I’ve made plenty of sugar cookies over the years and this is always my go-to recipe. The cookies come out perfect every single time and they are delicious. Typically powdered sugar isn’t used in sugar cookies but it makes a big difference […]
Garlic and Herb Seared Salmon
Garlic and Herb Seared Salmon This is so delicious and easy to make. It is crispy on the outside but perfectly cooked on the inside. The garlic and herbs perfectly blend with the lemony butter finish. Our son can be a very picky eater and […]
