Thankful for a Step Back in Time
Autumn Pioneer Festival Every fall I like to visit the Autumn Pioneer Festival because it reminds me of how self sufficient people had to be during the westward expansion of... Read more » The post...
View ArticleThe New Settlement Cookbook & Christmas Memories
A Classic American Cookbook My parents gave me this copy of The New Settlement Cookbook a few years ago after a trip to one of our local antique shops.... Read more » The post The New Settlement...
View ArticleHow to Make Jack Wax and Hard Maple Candy
Sweet Maple Treats Jack Wax (also known as Maple Taffy, Sugar on Snow, or Syrup on Snow) and Hard Maple Candy are easy treats to make any time of year.... Read more » The post How to Make Jack Wax and...
View ArticleThe Victory Garden of Tomorrow Review and Giveaway!
The Victory Garden of Tomorrow I recently received two super cute flour sack towels to review for The Victory Garden of Tomorrow. These towels are great for drying dishes, wiping hands,... Read more »...
View ArticleCast Iron Envy
Cast Iron Cookware at the Autumn Pioneer Fest Last weekend was the annual Autumn Pioneer Festival in Belvidere, Illinois. I try to make it there every year to see all... Read more » The post Cast Iron...
View ArticleScenes From The Pioneer Fest
Scenes From The Pioneer Fest The Boone County Autumn Pioneer Festival gives visitors a glimpse of early settler life in Northern Illinois each September. I thoroughly enjoy spending an afternoon......
View Article‘Rosette: A Novel of Pioneer Michigan’ ~ Interview with the Author
Rosette: A Novel of Pioneer Michigan Interview with Author Cindy Rinaman Marsch I’ve always loved historical fiction, especially from the pioneer days. So, to say that this new book by... Read more »...
View ArticleHow to Make Dutch Cheese at Home – Eric’s Recipe
How To Make Dutch Cheese at Home You’ve heard of Edam and Gouda, but have you ever heard of Eric’s Grandmother’s Dutch Cheese? I’m guessing not. When immigrants came... Read more » The post How to...
View ArticleDIY With Dad and Tour of His Workshop
DIY with My Dad! Take a tour of his workshop and see some of his creations and the hand tools he uses to create them. He has quite a collection! The post DIY With Dad and Tour of His Workshop appeared...
View ArticleCarduni Made with Burdock Leaves
Carduni made with burdock leaves is another great dish you can cook up from foraged greens. This is a great way to save money and eat healthy! The post Carduni Made with Burdock Leaves appeared first...
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