It was October and while one list is pumpkin everything, my other list was screaming “It’s time to start making homemade vanilla extract!”. Why? Because it’s officially over-the-top baking season now! It’s unbelievably easy to make your own vanilla extract. All you need are vanilla beans and vodka, plus the containers you will be using […]
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Vanilla Coconut Cake
This recipe contains no flour, but is so moist and delicious! Easy steps that kids can help with too! 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 6 eggs 1 box (11-12 ounce) vanilla wafers, crushed 1/2 cup milk (1%, 2%, alternative) 1 1/2 cups flaked coconut 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 teaspoon ground […]
Glass Grolsch Bottles
16-Ounce Grolsch Style Clear Glass Bottles By Brew Brothers I have been dabbling in making various household items with the focus on cleaning products and a little bit into beauty products. One of the things I have learned is to never pass up a great opportunity to try out containers; I normally up-cycle containers from […]
Homemade Dog Treats
I searched the pros and cons of various ingredients for dogs plus tested out various consistencies and found my personal favorite blend. My dogs, Eva and Mitzi, drool when these come out of the oven. Save money and know you are giving your fur-baby some healthy and delicious treats. Yes, you too can eat them! […]
Laundry Soap
DRY Laundry Soap: This is by far the least amount of ingredients when it comes to homemade laundry detergent. Three key ingredients that you can get from Amazon, Wal-Mart, or Smart & Final definitely year round: Zote Soap Bar / Washing Soda / Borax. Yes, I know the history of Borax and that is why I end up […]