Single Stone Decal On the Set of ATH!

Single Stone Studios on Our Set

Our friend Shelley from Single Stone Studios comments on her visit to the set of Around the House with Matt and Shari where she taught us how to use her fabulous decals. A couple of weeks ago I, along with my husband and business partner, Billy, had a great time with Matt and Shari on…

Home Decorating Essentials: The Letter C

Alphabet Must Haves - The Letter C

It’s on to the letter “C” in our quest for versatile home essentials that follow the letters of the alphabet! And remember, this alphabetical list is meant to tell you about items that you can purchase for your home that are always either a good buy, very versatile or functional along with being attractive.  I’m…

Ideas on How to Embellish Your Bed Linens

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Embellishing items that you already have around your home is a great way to freshen up the place without spending too much money.  For instance, how about giving your plain sheets and pillowcases a little lift with simple embellishments that make them look like a million bucks? How about embroidery? This photo is taken from…

Corn Chowder Gets It’s Flavor From Bacon

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What a tasty, creamy corn chowder that will warm you up on a frosty evening.  Add in a nice salad and warm bread and you are done! Corn seems to get a bad rap when it comes to nutrition.  Apparently it goes in one ear and out the other, (if you know what I mean),…

Ratatouille is Layered Eggplant and Zucchini

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Even if you try this ratatouille dish and decide you aren’t a fan, (I don’t know how that could happen) its fun to make because it is so pretty and colorful. The reason I tried this dish is two-fold; first, to satisfy or need for new and interesting vegetarian recipes, and second, to make the…

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Add 4th of July Flair to Baked Goods

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Cookies and brownies are 4th of July staples - spice them up with holiday decor and make them the hit of the party. I have a sugar cookie recipe that I love but I know that the store bought sugar cookie dough is certainly fast and easy.  In either case, if you are making sugar cookies…

You’ll Love These Patriotic Jell-O Recipes

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Everyone loves Jell-O so why not try these special recipes from the manufacturer – I did and was very satisfied! Patriotic Jell-O Recipes?  I know it sounds silly, but my family really does enjoy good old fashioned Jell-O!  About this time of the year I start seeing all the creative things you can do with Jell-O…

Try These Four Steps to Have a Perfect 4th

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Holidays can be a lot of work but if you concentrate on these four simple steps, you’ll be ready for a perfect 4th in no time! Remembering…playing…and eating…all while looking good!  It’s an easy four steps that you already do but this year let’s co-ordinate it a little bit.  You all know I love the…