Author: Jess

I sew, I mom, I wife, I drink coffee.

How to Felt Wool Sweaters (and what to make with it!)

by Jess, posted in Craft, Sewing, upcycle

If you've been around the blog much, you know I love to upcycle. I have a habit of picking up … Continue reading How to Felt Wool Sweaters (and what to make with it!)

Winter Books Kids Love

by Jess, posted in Back-to-school, Book Review, Homeschool, Kids, winter

One of my favorite things about the changing of seasons is the books! I store seasonal books separately from the … Continue reading Winter Books Kids Love

Get a Handle on Your Laundry with this Easy Laundry System

by Jess, posted in Homemaking, Motherhood, Parenthood

I used to be the mom with a huge pile of laundry on the church or bed. I used to … Continue reading Get a Handle on Your Laundry with this Easy Laundry System

Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Peppermint Optional!)

by Jess, posted in dessert, Recipe

Since going gluten free a couple years ago, I've been searching for and experimenting to find the perfect chocolate chip … Continue reading Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (Peppermint Optional!)

Handmade DIY Christmas Gift Ideas for the Whole Family

by Jess, posted in DIY, Gifts for Kids, Handmade Gifts for Boys, Sewing, sewing for boys, sewing for girls, sewing for home, sewing for women, sewing handmade gifts, Uncategorized

I've taken a couple years off of handmade gifts, but this year feels like the year to bring back the … Continue reading Handmade DIY Christmas Gift Ideas for the Whole Family

No Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

by Jess, posted in Uncategorized

We just celebrated my youngest son’s birthday this past weekend, so I whipped up some easy cream cheese frosting for … Continue reading No Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Easiest way to make a Pillowcase (a DIY tutorial!)

by Jess, posted in decor, DIY, Fall, Home Decor, Homemaking, Sewing, tutorial, upcycle

One of the simplest ways to change up the look of a room is by changing out the pillows. And … Continue reading Easiest way to make a Pillowcase (a DIY tutorial!)

Cilantro Lime Rice in the Instant Pot

by Jess, posted in dinner, Recipe

For years I couldn’t get my kids to eat rice. I love rice, so this bummed me out! I mean, … Continue reading Cilantro Lime Rice in the Instant Pot

Naturally Dyed Homemade Playdough

by Jess, posted in DIY, Gifts for Kids, Handmade Gifts for Boys, Homemaking, Homeschool, Kids, Motherhood, Parenthood, Raising Creative Kids, Recipe, tutorial

I've been making homemade playdough for years, but in the last few years, I've been experimenting with different ways to … Continue reading Naturally Dyed Homemade Playdough

Must Have Gift Guide for Women

by Jess, posted in Christmas, Uncategorized

It's that time of year when we're looking for Christmas and holiday gifts for the people we love. I really … Continue reading Must Have Gift Guide for Women