Home Tour - Part 3 Quick Background - It's true. We're living a dream. In case you're new around here, let me catch you up. As empty nesters we wanted to downsize, but not too much. Living on one level is important, because we plan to stay here until.... well, you know. Like … [Read more...]
She Shed or Sacred Man Space?
Shed Final Reveal When we started thinking about this shed renovation project (initial brainstorming post is here) we didn't have a vision of a division. Even when we got to the real planning stage (you can check that out here) the idea of his space and her space didn't occur to … [Read more...]
Easter Table
Easter Table with Centerpiece I find it so satisfying to put together a "special occasion" table and use what I already have. I love trying to make it unique and different in spite of using elements I find around the house. The only thing I bought for this Easter Table was a few … [Read more...]
Life Hack: Keep Food Hot or Cold Until Time to Serve
My Secret Weapon to Keep Food Hot or Cold No, I'm not talking about a chafing dish or a warming oven, or even a crockpot. I'm going to share my secret that costs under $12 and you can use it over and over again. You can even take it with you to a potluck or covered dish dinner. … [Read more...]
Marbled Easter Eggs – Three Methods
How to Make Marbled Easter Eggs I decided I wanted to make marbled Easter Eggs after looking at the hundreds of ideas for decorating Easter Eggs. There are so many great ideas out there, but I had to narrow it down to one look, and even then, there are several ways to make … [Read more...]
Budget Bathroom Makeover Update
Hey y'all! As you know, I have been renovating my bathroom super slowly. The initial plans/ideas were posted a couple months ago (check those out here!) but I've been working on this bathroom longer than I care to admit. This is my first time undertaking a project like … [Read more...]
Cane Grinding 2016
What is a Cane Grinding? It's many things. It's an event. It's a family reunion. It's a covered dish meal. It's a barbeque. Yes, there is grinding of sugar cane to extract the juice and then cooking the juice to make syrup. But, most of all, a Cane Grinding is a time for family … [Read more...]
Nightstand (with Bling) for the Master Bedroom
The Time Has Come Okay, y'all. We've been in the house over a year now. A new nightstand for the master bedroom was on my to-do list before we ever moved in. Uh, that didn't happen. But, I'm thinking the time has come to move on from the fiberboard round table with tablecloth … [Read more...]
Workshed Makeover Plans
It's taken a while to get back to our workshed redo, but we're just about ready. Back in August I wrote about what we wanted/needed out of the shed. You guys had some great ideas and input. Read Our Shed - Where Do We Go From Here? if you want to catch up. Essentially we're … [Read more...]
Best Projects of 2016
What a fun opportunity to reflect on the Best Projects of 2016 from Biscuits and Burlap. Many of you know that my daughter Sara and I blogged here in 2015 strictly for fun and to document the construction process of my house. That story starts here with our decision to … [Read more...]
Wildlife Tree Party
Fun Tradition while the kids are out of school! Last weekend Mom and I got to volunteer at the cutest event: A Widlife Tree Party! I just wanted to share the experience with y’all because it would be a great idea for a neighborhood or class party, too. The first thing you … [Read more...]
How to Add a Special Touch to Your Christmas Decorations
This is almost embarrassing it's so simple. I've found through the years that a few pieces of ribbon can add so much to your Christmas decorations. It's easy, inexpensive (okay, cheap), available in a wide array of colors and you don't need any special skills. You can embellish … [Read more...]
Gift Guide for the Southern Football Fan
Football Gifts especially selected for the lover of southern football. To say that college football is an important part of life here in the South would be a gross understatement. We live and breathe football. Our pacifiers have our parents' team logo. Our first words are "Sic … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Bourbon Lovers Gift Guide
Do you have a bourbon lover in your life? We do. Two of them, in fact. Sara's brothers, Will and James, (Pam's sons), have become quite knowledgeable about this aromatic, southern whiskey. They shared their expertise with us as we put together The Ultimate Bourbon Lovers Gift … [Read more...]
Budget Bathroom Remodel Plans
Budget Bathroom Remodel I am so excited to be tackling my "master bathroom," I can hardly wait to share it. Now, why would I put "master bathroom" in quotes, you ask? That's because this bathroom is smaaaaallllll. My house is actually a 2 bedroom/2 bath townhouse built in 1984 … [Read more...]
Fall Table with Wild Grapevine
This fall table will be great through the month of November, including Thanksgiving. What sets it apart is the use of neutrals, with just a pop of a dusty blue and the wild grapevine woven around the basket and candles. Wild Grapevine Foraging Now I didn't go … [Read more...]
Baby Quilt (Even if You Don’t Quilt)
A baby quilt for someone special! Many of you have heard our news! My fourth grandchild (and Sara's fourth in the niece/nephew brood) was born recently. James "William" came into this world at 8 pounds and 6 ounces and was 21-3/4" long. I know all grandmothers say this, but he … [Read more...]
Cornhole Boards – Build Your Own
Turns out, building cornhole boards is a pretty easy and economical project. Buddy did the woodwork and I did most of the finishing. Regulation Cornhole Specifications Each board is 24" x 48"The top is 4" off the ground at the front and 12" off the ground at the backThe … [Read more...]
The Best Sewing Machine (and SUPER Affordable)
Okay, y'all, we have never had a product review on Biscuits and Burlap. It just makes sense to share how much I LOVE my sewing machine with our readers. This post is not being sponsored in any way. I am not an expert at sewing and I am not an expert on sewing machines. I … [Read more...]
Having Fun & Creating an Electronic Legacy
This is one of those times that we step outside our usual box. I'm a member of a wonderful, supportive group of 50+ year old bloggers and we're blog-hopping starting today with a common thread -- our maturity. There should be lots of interesting posts and, as I write, I'm curious … [Read more...]
Ikebana Inspired Floral Arrangements (Southern Style)
Ikebana is considered an art form and originated in Japan in the 15th century. I've always loved the clean, simple lines, and like to try my hand at one of these floral arrangements occasionally. Years ago I took a short class and there is one thing I never forgot. Unless … [Read more...]
