Delicious Summer Recipe – Blueberry & Cherry Bars

July 6, 2010

in Desserts, Jessica Heights, food

via katydidandkid.com

This recipe presents a fabulous way to use fresh summer produce, breaking out of the cobbler/pie mold. Perfect for guests, or a nice brunch!

These “breakfast” bars would make a delectable dessert too, especially topped with vanilla ice cream!

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DIY: Kids’ Book Nook

July 3, 2010

in DIY, Interior Decorating, Jessica Heights, Organization

via prettyhandygirl.com

This tutorial takes you step-by-step through the process of creating a “book nook,” or reading area, for your kids within the space of a closet. Certainly a charming addition to any child’s room or play area!

Naturally, this project could be adapted to suit an adult’s room as well!

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DIY: Vintage Inspired 4th of July Decorations

July 2, 2010

via designdazzle.blogspot.com
This article offers a collection of beautiful vintage inspired crafts {and links to tutorials} to adorn your home for Independence Day!

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Interior Decorating and Personal Style

June 30, 2010

Your house does not have to be a carbon copy of someone else’s favorite style, void of your own personality and uniqueness. There are so many ways to reflect YOU in your home.

via theinspiredroom.net
First, I love that this article, which appears on a decorating blog, encourages uniqueness and individuality [...]

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The Ins and Outs of Community Supported Agriculture (CSA’s)

June 27, 2010

CSA stands for “Community Supported Agriculture.” It means that a farmer partners with members of the community, who pay him a fee at the start of the season and/or promise to work a certain number of hours on his farm in exchange for produce throughout the season. It’s a great way for a [...]

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How To Make Custom Drop Cloth Curtains

June 26, 2010

In case you don’t already know, drop cloths are awesome because they’re already hemmed on all 4 sides. No sewing! It was ridiculously easy to take a pair of 6′x9′ drop cloths from Home Depot ($10 for the pair!), add some trim and turn them into a pair of custom-looking drapes for the [...]

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How To Roll Cookie Dough Without the Mess!

June 25, 2010

Today Cheryl is showing her tidy secret for rolling sugar cookie dough. {As in, her kitchen is not covered in a mountain of flour, like mine usually is!} I am *so* trying this! div class=”posterous_quote_citation”>via universityofcookie.com

This is probably the BEST tip on how to roll cookie dough I have ever [...]

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How To Make Any Project A Success

June 24, 2010

The two most important things when you are doing a project are motivation and inspiration.  Because when you are motivated and inspired, you will find a way to make it happen.

via thenester.com
In this encouraging, motivational article, readers are encouraged to arm themselves for any DIY project with what the author deems are the [...]

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A Lived-In Home

June 23, 2010

And THEY are the Very Important People who matter. THEY are the ones I want to impress. Because when they’re grown and gone (insert tears from me), they aren’t going to remember if I changed out the throw pillows seasonally or if I had matching lamps on my nightstand.
via asoftplace.net
This is such [...]

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How to make Faux Fireflies in a jar

June 22, 2010

Look how cute this faux fireflies in a jar craft is!

Growing up in the Midwest, you could find your yard aglow all summer as the sun went down and the fireflies filled the air. Jar in hand, kids would collect one or more in a mason or mayonnaise jar creating firefly lanterns. [...]

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