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Why They Called Us Vagabonds
I found this article from my childhood family life recently. I enjoyed reading it and think it's a good look into my dad's mindset, especially: . . . . . . . . "Freedom," said Joaquin De La Luz, "is not all luxury." He should know. De La Luz, his wife Gypsy and their...
Herb Olive Oil Recipe
My friend Cheri made a version of this oil one weekend as a delicious part of a girls weekend breakfast. It's herbaceousness with just a touch of saltiness is so incredibly tasty. It's perfect drizzled atop a plate of toast, fresh greens, and a fried egg, but it's...
Multiple Ways to Use a Garland for Decorating
Christmas garland doesn't need to be limited to staircases or doorways. In fact, it's an inexpensive way to add a festive touch to your home during the holidays. Here are some ideas on how you can decorate with a garland around your home. I like to hang garland from...
How to Make a Christmas Tablescape
My love of nature often manifests itself in the way I decorate our home for the holidays. This year, I've made the most of out a beautiful cedar garland I purchased from Costco by using as the foundation for our Christmas tablescape. Here are the step-by-step...
Huckleberry Peach Pie Recipe
My favorite summertime pie, full of juicy fresh-picked GreenBluff orchard peaches and wild huckleberries from Mount Spokane. Ingredients 2 Discs Grandma's Pie Dough (You can find my recipe here) 5 cups peaches, sliced (about 5 medium peaches) 1/2 cup...
Grandma’s Pie Dough Recipe
You can't judge a book by its cover, but you can judge a pie by its crust. This is hands-down the best pie crust ever, adapted from my mother-in-law Mary Jane's recipe. It's buttery, rich, flaky and unforgettable. You can make the dough, wrap it, and freeze for baking...
IT'S ME, SERENA!
In 2002, I was dreaming of creating a fun and happy little event to sell my vintage and handmade goods. In 2002, I held my first event in my neighbor's barn along with a handful of friends. The sale became wildly popular and began attracting visitors from across the country and recognition in national magazines. Today The Farm Chicks Vintage & Handmade Fair fills the Spokane County Fairgrounds and features hundreds of creatively and carefully curated spaces packed with vintage and handmade goods. Many describe it as a bucket list event, magical, inspirational, and the best event of its kind in the USA. I describe it as the best weekend of the year!
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AROUND THE HOME
Cute Displays with Everyday Objects
Growing up with very little was a blessing because I was able to see the beauty in the everyday objects that are often overlooked. That's what you do when you don't have much. I discovered that you can make anything special and festive with just a little bit of...
Instant Cabinet/Cupboard Makeover
One way to add Christmas cheer (or any season for that matter) to your kitchen is to add wrapping paper to the cupboards. You can line the back of the cupboards, inside the doors if they're glass, or line the inset panels on the front of your doors. Simply cut the...
My Crafts Room Space
At one point in our last home, I got tired of not having a crafts space and got an idea to incorporate it into my tiny office nook. It ended up turning into such a bright and happy multi-use space, perfect for crafting and office work. Jenny Doh featured the space in...
