This post is written by contributing writer, Michele Augur. Decorating with found items is both frugal and beautiful! As we bring in items found on walks, our family savors the scents and colors of the season. I honestly don’t spend a lot of time decorating (and I’m certainly not trained in floral design!), but it [...]
Frugal & Natural Christmas Decor
by Michele on Nov 30, 2010 in frugal & simple, making a home, natural & green
Striving for a Peaceful, Organized Christmas
by Lindsay on Nov 29, 2010 in building the family, frugal & simple
Photo Credit Guest post by Kristi McKenney from Courageous Homekeeping. As hard as it is to believe, Christmas is just around the corner. Are you ready? Christmas is my very favorite time of year. I love the decorating, the snow…or at least the hope of snow, the lights, the family traditions, the presents, the cookies [...]
We Want to Hear From You – Reader Survey & Giveaway!
by Lindsay on Nov 27, 2010 in news & giveaways
As I pray and plan for a new year of blogging here at Passionate Homemaking, I would really appreciate your input! My goal has always been to serve and encourage you in your roles as wives, mothers, and homemakers, and want to continue in this ministry as the Lord leads. Would you take a moment [...]
Sweet Potato & Apple Casserole
by Lindsay on Nov 24, 2010 in recipes & kitchen tips
This is my favorite side dish for our holiday celebrations! It is simple, nutritious, and always receives rave reviews! Yes, it is certainly a bit of dessert with dinner. Yum! It’s even better prepared a day in advance, giving it more time to mesh the flavors. 4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch [...]
Lila Rose Giveaway: Flexi-Clips!
by Lindsay on Nov 20, 2010 in news & giveaways
Paula is a homeschooling mom of 7 who recently became an independent consultant for Lilla Rose. Lilla Rose sells beautiful, feminine hair clips as well as other jewelry. The Flexi-Clip, in particular, is a very unique clip in that it flexes around your hair with a metal stick that is attached that slides through to [...]
Let Nothing Stand Between You
by Kat on Nov 19, 2010 in faith & womanhood
This post is written by contributing writer, Kat. The Story Several years ago, I went to the grocery store with my first baby. She was sitting in a cart that had been sterilized to surgical specifications by my vast supply of wipes and cleaners. She played with a toy that would stimulate her intellect and [...]
Homemade Natural Chapstick
by Lindsay on Nov 17, 2010 in natural & green, recipes & kitchen tips
I frequently experience dry and chapped lips and often use chapstick as a means of solving the dryness and providing me with moisture and comfort to my lips. Today, I want to share with you a simple tutorial on how to make your own chapstick with 3 completely natural ingredients. They happen to be my [...]
One Thousand Gifts: Learning to See and Name Every One
by Lindsay on Nov 15, 2010 in faith & womanhood
Photo Credit One of my goals this year was to become a radically thankful woman. I know in my heart that thankfulness is key to true joy in this life. I know that I could truly experience the fullness of life when my heart chose to purposefully focus on the good. I know my life [...]
Bulk Herb Store Giveaway: Making Herbs Simple DVD set
by Lindsay on Nov 13, 2010 in news & giveaways
Bulk Herb Store is a delightful Christian family run business by the Easling family offering a wealth of freshly grown herbs, teas, herb blends, heirloom seeds, water filters, in addition to practical hands on lessons and tips for training the family how to use herbs for healing and wholeness. Shoshanna Easling, the owner of Bulk [...]
Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
by Lindsay on Nov 12, 2010 in recipes & kitchen tips
With the holidays just around the corner, we cannot miss out on a large pot of mashed potatoes! They are truly delicious when topped with gravy or simply eaten on their own. Mashed potatoes are a huge hit for our family, and we serve them with roast chicken, beef burgundy, and many other meat dishes. [...]
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