If you’re throwing a picnic, why not think outside the traditional peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and fruit salad? Instead, go for this loaded ham and havarti sandwich, with a hint of sweetness from a delicious homemade peach mustard spread.
Ingredients: For the sandwiches
1 boneless sliced heat-and-serve ham quarter
2 large navel oranges
1 (12-ounce) can cola
½ cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cloves
6 French or crusty bread rolls, halved horizontally
1 pound s...What screams summer more than an ice cream cone? This season, decorate your door with a beloved sweet treat that you won’t have to worry about melting!
Materials
Chicken wire
12-inch foam half ball
Wire/zip ties
Wire cutters
Pliers
Hot glue gun
Hot glue
Burlap
Brown flowers
White flowers
Pink flowers
Red flowers
String
Directions:
Using the chicken wire, mold a cone shape for the base of the wreath. Make sure that the top opening is wide enough for the foam ball to tightly...Summer is here, and with it, longer days and more time to spend outside enjoying the warm weather. Make the next three months memorable with these weeknight activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Stargaze for a few hours.
The clearer the sky, the better the view of the stars at night. Set up a blanket in the yard, get some snacks ready, and relax as you point out constellations with family and friends. Don’t forget the bug spray, or make these easy DIY bug repelling torches.
Watch movies...We’ve all heard the old adage that on particularly warm summer days, it could be hot enough to fry an egg right on the sidewalk. But sometimes it feels like we could do the same right on our car dashboards, too.
Depending on where you live and how long your car has been sitting, it’s internal temperature could skyrocket to more than 120°F, though with no air flow, feels even hotter than that!
Luckily, there are a few things you can do to help alleviate the hot air in your car, and prevent th...Perfectly patriotic pancakes—red velvet pancakes topped with fresh blueberries and a homemade whipped maple cream.
Serves 4
Ingredients: For the pancakes
1 cup flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 egg
1¼ cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4 teaspoon red food coloring
Ingredients: For maple cream and topping
2 cups heavy cream
¼ cup maple syrup
1 cup blueberries
Ingredients:
1. In a large bowl, whisk toge...You never get a second chance to make a great first impression. Nowhere does this saying strike a greater chord than in the real estate industry, where most buyers jump to a conclusion about a potential home after just one glance.
One way to make your home stand out is to consult with a professional home stager. The idea behind bringing in a stager is creating a positive and memorable first impression to prospective buyers.
Stagers not only help eliminate clutter, but also provide advice on...The 4th of July is one of the most exciting holidays of the year, with picnics, fireworks, and plenty of delicious food. Though this beloved occasion is a blast for American’s, our pets might not find the loud noises associated with the day, quite as fun.
If your pet is one of many affected by the fireworks displays and firecrackers, follow these tips to keep them safe and content.
Test for the quietest area of your home.
Look around your house for a relatively quiet place to keep yo...