My grandmother made sausage cheese bites every Sunday morning when I was a little girl. It was kind of magical, she always made breakfast before anyone was awake. The house would smell like coffee, cheesy sausage, and the Sunday paper. I was feeling a bit nostalgic a few days ago and decided to experiment with…
simple syrup
You can buy simple syrup, but why do that when it’s easy to make? Simple syrup is a great homemade gift. Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla and make vanilla simple syrup for you coffee loving friends and family! Here’s what you need for simple syrup: Heat two cups of water and pour into a bowl….
Embroidery 101
I have a quick and simple embroidery stitch to share with you guys today. It’s called a Back Stitch and I use it all the time, but first let’s talk about what you will need: + Embroidery Needle +Embroidery Floss Picking out embroidery floss is my favorite! For this project I used gold and different…
Bloody Mary
The Bloody Mary is one of my favorite drinks. It wasn’t until I enjoyed one with homemade tomato juice that I realized the full potential of a well crafted Bloody Mary. Very few drinks are as versatile as the Bloody Mary. When your looking for something refreshing on a hot day, something to warm you…
Tomato Juice
I love tomato juice, especially when it doesn’t have tons of salt and sugar. I think homemade anything is the way to go, so I’m happy to share my tomato juice recipe with you! This recipe only makes three cups so make sure you double it if you want more. Okay, let’s get started! + Eight…
Honey Syrup
Honey syrup is so easy to make and it’s a much healthier option than simple syrup. All you need is local honey and filtered water. Heat one cup of filtered water in a kettle. While your water is heating, pour one cup of local honey in a measuring cup. Then add your hot water and…