A Blog For Your Seasonal Home
Bringing you homemaking tips, festive food, and seasonal stories. Coming to you from the DC Metro area, by way of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Welcome! Stay and get cozy.
Recent Posts
Pinnacle of Fall: Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkins can take us through the whole fall season. From divisive pumpkin spice beverages in September (I’m firmly pro-latte) to wholesome pumpkin patch picking in October, the whole festive season is guided by these orange gourds. And what better food to encapsulate the flavors and spices of the season than a pumpkin pie?
Autumn Home Checklist
…When gutters are full of debris they pull away from the house, sometimes taking the fascia boards with them and leaving your roofline poised for leaks. Water overflowing from full gutters can also cascade into your home’s seams, coming into your house, so don’t overlook this item.
When Life Gives You Lemons…
Now is the season to use faux fruits and patterns. Seriously, go wild. You can’t overdo this in a kitchen, and I’ve tried. These days you could have citrus fruits coming out of your ears and as long as you’ve got a cute sign saying “easy peasy lemon squeezy” I guarantee no one would bat an eye.
Cabinet Care 101
Cabinets hold emotions. And plates, and that one lid that doesn’t go to anything- But lots of emotions. Why? Because the decision of whether or not to spend the money on a big purchase can be fraught with stress and worry.
Hygge By The Hearth
A fireplace can be the heart of a home during cold Winter months. The tips below will help to keep your home safe and cozy. So why are you seeing a fireplace post in Summer? Keep reading to find out…
Dad’s Famous Cookies
This recipe also has a special place in my heart: It is a recipe that was handed down through generations of my family. My Dad made tons of these cookies when I was growing up (and still does!), and we kids helped as well (lots of licking of the -unplugged- beaters at the end, before the scrumptious tradition of eating raw dough fell out of fashion).
Yearly Homemaking Checklist
Give yourself the tools to tackle your home this year! This checklist offers maintenance, housekeeping, and tips for a well-managed home.