Heather says It’s a little weird to be asked to review a book on procrastination. The jokes nearly write themselves, right? I can’t review the book on procrastination because I’m going to write my own book on procrastination, and I’ll start tomorrow. Most of you are here for life skills of some sort, learning how … Read more
Heather says: I find seeing to be rather important. One of the downsides of my new job with FeedBlitz is that I’m sitting in front of a computer screen 40ish hours a week + whatever time I read or work on Home Ec 101 things. The downside to that? Eyestrain. The cure? Rest your eyes? … Read more
Heather says: I was sent a copy of the Taste of Home Cooking School Cookbook for review. (You can check out my policy on reviews up there in the navigation bar under Site Administration and Disclosure, exciting stuff, I guarantee.) I really like this cookbook, IF you keep in mind that it is geared for … Read more
Heather says: Agate Publishing sent me a copy of Baking Basics and Beyond¹ by Pat Sinclair to review for the Home Ec 101 community. As with most households, mine is currently in the midst of a busy season. The book has been sitting on my center island waiting for me to make the time to read it … Read more
Brian says: As honorable as it might be to be able to conjure up a library of recipes off the top of one’s head, the fact remains that even professionals need to reference a page or two out of the good book. But thanks to the cataclysmic tidal wave of the “Self-Help Era”, there are … Read more
Heather says: Amy has shared a fantastic tutorial on making dried tomatoes at home. They look amazing and I think I’m just going to have to make some as tomatoes come into season. Step By Step Easy Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipe.
Heather says: I am pocket deprived, I am also anti-purse. I’ve always wondered how hard it would be to add pockets to the skirts and dresses I have. I found this tutorial poking around on the web today and it seems like it solves my problem simply. Enjoy! materials needed: sewing machine, thread, seam ripper, … Read more
Heather says: I don’t quite know where to begin with this. I suppose I must say I find it ridiculous, mostly because when I wear jeans, they get dirty. Maybe, maybe if I had a super fancy, only wear out to events pair of jeans I would consider the jeans freezing trick an option. However, … Read more
Heather says: Here’s a quick and easy vegetable / snack idea. It’s pretty much no effort and sounds like a good spin on the usually plain Jane raw cauliflower. Give it a try. Marinated Cauliflower | Feels Like Home.
Heather says: Looking for some fun, kid friendly ideas for St. Patrick’s Day? Head over to Balancing Beauty and Bedlam where Jen has put together recipes for shamrock cupcakes and punch. Enjoy. Food for St Patricks Day.