Jul 6

Quick Crochet: Round Cushions

I was browsing home goods, and looking for throw pillows for the Summer daybed. I didn’t find exactly what I was looking for, and I really wasn’t too happy with the price for throw pillows either. I had a bit of extra fabric on hand, and I decided to make some of my own.

I didn’t have a pattern for a round cushion, so I just kept crocheting around, and around until I liked size and the look of it.

I made two rounds, and crocheted the rounds together. I left a bit of space to slip in fabric to stuff.

I also made one in Red.

I made a simple round pillow form out of re-purposed  fabric. I slipped the form into the crocheted cover, and stuffed it. Then a simple whip stitch to close the form, and a little bit more crochet around the edge to finish off the pillow.

I think my second try turned out a little bit neater than the first attempt.

They turned out adorable, and fit the bed perfectly!

I started a yellow one last night for Agnes, and Dylan has requested a green one as well. I think I’ll make a few more for our bedroom too. Luckily they are quick to crochet. Each round took me about an evening to make. I’m starting to love quick and easy projects. This one saved some money on the decorating budget too.

Jul 6

June’s Favorite Photos

This post is a little late this month… It has been a fun filled, busy July already. I have lots of photos to share from the month of June, and lots more on the way from July.

Thade is still dodging the camera.

I caught him though, when he lost another tooth.

Dylan was all smiles, he loves a picnic outdoors.

He has been catching up on his Summer reading.

Miss Agnes loves the big kitty.

Agnes was happy at the Good ‘Ol Days parade.

All three kiddos are loving the trampoline. They enjoy the pretty outdoors when it isn’t too hot.

The tiny ones were snuggly and cute on the new Summer bed.

We had fun at the Good ‘Ol Days. We left just before it started to rain.

We also visited Redbud Nurseries. We took lots of photos, and came home with lots of plants too.

How I love some pretty KS skies. Daytime, or nighttime.

The Red Lilies bloomed, finally.

Miss Mia pup is happy to have everyone home to play with.

The big kitty not so much.

He just wants to nap.

 

Jul 3

Almost the Fourth of July

The kids are extra excited! I am getting a little excited too. Tomorrow is the Fourth of July, and everyone is coming up (or down) to visit.

Today we are cooking ahead a few dishes, and making some pies too. I also need to clean a little bit here and there. I think we’ll be outside for most of the fourth, so I’ll just tidy up a bit.

We went fireworks shopping last night, and we stocked up on a few beverages too. I can’t wait to celebrate!

 

Jul 2

June’s Tasty Treats

When it was June, I finally got back in the kitchen! I was feeling better, and ready to get back to baking.

I made some pies and some triple chocolate-caramel cookie bars.

We gave grilling a try.

I love homemade Apple Pie! With extra vanilla ice cream too.

I made some tasty Banana muffins too.

The family was happy when I made a big batch of Chocolate Chip Cookies.

I’ve been trying out different batches of infused water. This one was Apple-Strawberry-Watermelon, and it was delicious.

The kids requested a batch of Pepperoni Pizza Rolls. I always double the batch

I made an Apricot Duff, and Chocolate Bundt Cake too. I also crocheted a few dishtowels too.

July is here, and I’ve already been cooking non-stop! I’m happy in the kitchen though.

 

 

Jul 1

July’s Monthly Menu

Hello July! And hello Summertime favorite meals. I’m going to swap out a few of the meals for grilling on Friday nights when the weather permits. I’ve got lots of tasty meals planned for the month of July.

  • 7/1/2014: Chicken Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/2/2014: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 7/3/2014: Chicken Rice-a-Roni, Corn, Hominy, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/4/2014: BBQ! Pies! Fourth of July AWESOMENESS!!!
  • 7/5/2014: Pancakes and Bacon
  • 7/6/2014: Pot Roast with Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/7/2014: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, Cheese Dip,  and Re-fried Beans
  • 7/8/2014: Panko Chicken Sandwiches and Potato Chips
  • 7/9/2014: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 7/10/2014: Popcorn Chicken and Tater Tots
  • 7/11/2014: Nachos
  • 7/12/2014: Cinnamon Rolls, Bacon, and Hash Browns
  • 7/13/2014: Panko Fried Chicken, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Rolls, and Cherry Pie
  • 7/14/2014: Pulled Pork Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, Cheese Dip, and Re-fried Beans
  • 7/15/2014: Beef Rice-a-Roni, Hominy, and Broccoli
  • 7/16/2014: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, Cheese Dip, and Re-fried Beans
  • 7/17/2014: BBQ Pork Sandwiches and Potato Chips
  • 7/18/2014: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 7/19/2014: Belgian Waffles, Strawberries, Whipped Cream, and Bacon
  • 7/20/2014: Salmon Cakes, Black Beans and Rice, Corn, and Sliced Watermelon
  • 7/21/2014: Nachos
  • 7/22/2014: Spaghetti, Black Olives,and Homemade French Bread
  • 7/23/2014: Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 7/24/2014: Chicken Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/25/2014: Beef Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, and Cheese Dip
  • 7/26/2014: Pancakes and Bacon
  • 7/27/2014: Panko Fried Chicken, Hominy, Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, and Dinner Rolls
  • 7/28/2014: Chicken Soft Tacos, Tortilla Chips, Homemade Salsa, Cheese Dip, and Re-fried Beans
  • 7/29/2014: Popcorn Chicken and Tater Tots
  • 7/30/3014: Nachos
  • 7/31/2014: Pizza Rolls, Spaghetti, and Homemade French Bread

We are about half-way through Summer break, and it has been nice taking it easy. I’m not quite ready for the crazy-warm July weather, but I love cooking outdoors. Hope you are having a fun Summer!