Category Archives: Home Front

Prudent Pantry: Cast-Iron Face Lift

I have a collection of cast iron pans that hang in my pantry. I love them! There are certain recipes that just seem to taste better when cooked in a cast iron pan, like corn bread. Perhaps your cast iron pans need a facelift. To restore yours, use a nonmetallic scrubber to remove the rust.Continue reading “Prudent Pantry: Cast-Iron Face Lift”

OTHF Weekly Update

The week flew by. I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving. In case you missed any posts here’s the weekly update! Do you like Vera Bradley bags? Here is an opportunity to win a purse and wallet combo! Enter to win a Vera Bradley Mandy Handbag and Turn Lock Wallet. Enter here! I love gatheringContinue reading “OTHF Weekly Update”

Frugal Tips: Stress Free Holidays

I love gathering with family and friends over the holidays. Hosting a gathering can be expensive if you try to do everything yourself. Several weeks before the big day make a plan. I have an index card that I use every year for both Christmas and Thanksgiving. Finalize your guest list and confirm how manyContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Stress Free Holidays”

My Garden: Forcing Narcissus Bulbs

I love having fresh flowers in the house. During the summer months I can cut fresh flowers from my garden, but during the winter it takes a little more planning. By forcing bulbs you can enjoy fresh flowers during the dark days of winter. Not only will you be able to enjoy the blooms butContinue reading “My Garden: Forcing Narcissus Bulbs”

Frugal Tip: Saving Time and Money in November

I am always looking for ways to save money. As we approach the holidays the days are busy and full of activities. I try to take advantage of anything I can to help make the holidays less stressful, such as making double batches of holiday cookies over several evenings, and freeze to serve or distributeContinue reading “Frugal Tip: Saving Time and Money in November”

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