Monthly Archives: January 2008

New look for Joyful Abode

Take a look and let me know what you think. I need to play with the header so that when you make your window smaller, all of the houses still show. (And I need to get rid of some pixely noise that happened for some reason.) And I think I will probably get rid of…

Vertical Stripe Scarf

Vertical Stripe Scarf

This scarf should crochet up in no time at all, to get you through these last days of winter (or the first days of Fall, depending on your hemisphere of residence). It can be any length you want! You will need: Two different colours (referred to as A and B) of Lion Brand Homespun Yarn,…

SO Amazing Roast Beef

SO Amazing Roast Beef

I like my roast beef rare and flavorful… I found a super-simple recipe and altered it so that it achieves both of those goals flawlessly AND sets up a great gravy base in the process. (In case you’re wondering about that fantastic bakd potato, I rubbed it with olive oil and sprinkled with kosher salt…

How to display your apron collection, or part of it anyway

How to display your apron collection, or part of it anyway

Excuse my bread machine cord and the fact that the machine is sitting on a stool… this is what happens in a kitchen with no counter space. Anyway, I just clipped some of my favorite aprons up using clothespins. I’ll rotate some of my not-so-favorites with more-favorite aprons as I find them. You know how…

Chocolate Covered Fruit Goodness

Chocolate Covered Fruit Goodness

Step 1: Get some fruit. Wash it and make sure it’s dry. In my case, the fruit was cherries. Step 2: Dump some chocolate chips in a bowl. More than you think you’ll need. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir. Repeat until the chips are melted. Step 3: Stir in a…

Delicious Bruschetta -ish

Delicious Bruschetta -ish

This bruschetta-ish recipe is one I made up about a year ago, and it’s so easy and delicious. You will need: A can of tomatoes, diced A can of black olives, sliced Balsamic Vinegar Italian herbs EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) Italian or french bread, sliced Cheese – Mozzarella or whatever you have (I used…

Hi! I'm Emily. I'm a Navy wife and brand new stay at home mom. I cook simple, delicious, grain-free recipes, do crafts, decorate on a budget, and keep a happy home. I breastfeed, babywear, cloth diaper, and co-sleep, but I'm not a hippie.Want to know more?