by IngridBarlow | Apr 4, 2013 | Good on the tastebuds, Homestead Life
After looking at the book “Home Dairy,” I decided to try making butter. {Book by Ashley English–awesome blog here.} I thought about making the shake in a jar kind so the kids could help, but decided they would shake the jar for 30 seconds and then I...
by IngridBarlow | Apr 3, 2013 | Gardening, Homestead Life
I have a couple trays of seeds started now but decided that our south facing deck is warm enough for me to get some lettuce and herbs going. I pulled my old containers out and washed them using some water with a bit of bleach. I’ve read that this is what you use...
by IngridBarlow | Apr 2, 2013 | Homestead Life
I took the boys to the library today and was a total BOOK GLUTTON! So picture me trying to wrangle two boys the entire time. I finally get Espen in the stroller that does not steer properly. I have an armful of books in one arm. A big armful. And a paper grocery bag...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 31, 2013 | Uncategorized
Used Grandma Max’s mortar and pestle to grind the cardamom seeds for Easter buns. She would be proud. {I wonder what the Easter celebration in Heaven looks like…} Happy Easter everyone!
by IngridBarlow | Mar 29, 2013 | Homestead Life
My mom picked up this great rocking chair for me a while ago since she knew it would be the perfect one for recovering. I just moved it to our deck and I love it as an outdoor chair!! I decided it did need some freshening up though from this faded stripe fabric. I...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 28, 2013 | Crafting Concoctions
Last year my mom gave us an Easter egg decorating kit. We just put it to good use today. I had some very excited helpers! I actually didn’t let them do a lot…there wasn’t a lot they could do. Their duties were watching and putting on stickers once...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 27, 2013 | Homestead Life
I really wasn’t going to buy chickens yesterday. I mean why would I? Nothing was ready. I needed to do more research. And I had two little boys with me. But then we saw them in this box at the store and the people there were so nice, and they said chickens are...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
Well I really am hearing cheeping now! 12 little ones were purchased by me, Elias, and Espen this afternoon. I called to get Tony’s blessing first…I wouldn’t say I got a blessing but I did get a “you are your own woman.” That works for...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 26, 2013 | Simply Domestic
I told Tony I would probably not buy chickens today… But I know they arrived just after 2pm at a local store. I happened to buy some things a baby chick would need last night. And I have the perfect box to bring a few home in… I didn’t promise him I...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 25, 2013 | Simply Domestic
I’ve got chickens on the brain today! It all started when I realized that we needed dog food and that maybe the place we buy dog food also sells baby chicks. Well, they don’t. But they told me who does! One phone call later and my whole morning is shot...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 21, 2013 | Simply Domestic
After MONTHS of searching, hoping, and praying, we have finally found our home! I could not be happier!! It is a funky little house on 10 acres right next to my in-laws in the town that I grew up in. How great is that?! Plus it already has a chicken coop! I must be...
by IngridBarlow | Mar 1, 2013 | knitting
Done in record time. Oh how I love vacation!
by IngridBarlow | Feb 27, 2013 | knitting
Started a new project to the sounds of the ocean waves today! I’m a lucky girl to be soaking up the warmth of Florida this week. I believe the hat is called Sweet Pea from Purl Bee. I’m using yarn from my stash. I think it will be pretty. It’s going...
by IngridBarlow | Feb 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
And now I really must do better things with my time. Although I am sure Espen won’t mind his mother’s procrastination…
by IngridBarlow | Feb 21, 2013 | Uncategorized
We are Florida bound soon! Can’t wait to soak up the warmth. I made this bucket hat this afternoon for Elias. I think I’ll make another for Espen tonight.
