Let's Get Inspired

 I have been looking for a little inspiration, both in the kitchen and in the craft room.

Both of these first pasta dishes look so good, I am definitely going to try my hand at them.

The hubs does not like mushrooms, but does not mind the flavor of them.

Maybe I could make the second one with the mushrooms,

or substitute the mushrooms with something else.

Meatball Baked Ziti

One Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta With Mushrooms & Spinach

No Knead Bread
Yum!

Blueberry Cobbler

I have prepared and served these vegetable appetizers in the past,

they are a great way to serve vegetables with dipping sauce, 

especially since Covid.

Pizza Bombs

What a great appetizer, I'm sure you could use any kind of dough instead of sour dough starter.

This free pattern for knitting sheep is on Pinterest.

They would be adorable incorporated in to a hat or infinity scarf.

What a great card to use up scraps on, 

it would be so easy to put together.

I have been drying and pressing flowers, 

I thought these might be some good ways to use them.

A Little Something To Brighten Your Day

Such a cute gift with a printable tag.

I love this sweater...

the pattern can be purchased here, it is crocheted.

Isn't this a lovely way to end things..

Bits & Pieces

 I have been home the last few days after a handful of day trips.

Having fun and seeing beauty at home is never difficult.

The skies have been absolutely amazing lately, I wish I could photograph every single one.

This Female House Finch sat outside my window, as if waiting for me to take it's picture.

I finished up my Northwind Cowl

Knitted with Berroco Vintage Yarn Machine washable, 

52% Acrylic, 40% Wool and 8% Nylon

Each section is different, my favorite, the snowflakes on the bottom.

It is washed and blocked,

even though it is machine washable, I would definitely hand wash this item.

Now...let's talk about food!

When I bake, I like to start from scratch, with a good recipe.

But this box mix is really delicious.

Costing only a few dollars, it uses just only a couple ingredients, that you probably have on hand,

I highly recommend this coffee cake mix.

We have been feeling more comfortable about eating out.

I'll share two treats we had recently, but get ready for your mouth to water...

We had these pierogis that were amazing...

smothered in onions and drizzled with balsamic glaze.

Sour cream on the side, of course.

and at

The Beanery 

(they have the best salads and sandwiches ever)

I ordered a "Butterfly Lemonade".

I have never had this drink before and it was so good.

Once stirred, it's purple and delicious.

My daffodils are in full bloom, here they are facing the sun.

I need to get a better picture for you.

- find joy in discovering what makes your soul happy -