You know when you hit that part of the summer when you've really had just about all you can take of the hot, humid weather and you just want to enjoy something completely opposite of the season you're stuck in? Well, we hit that mark here this week and decided to have a little fun with planning a Christmas in July day! I've actually wanted to … [Read more...]
Recipes from my kitchen to yours!
April Fools’ Garden Dirt Cake
It's been a while since I last wrote a blog post featuring a recipe, and I just couldn't help but post this one on a day like today - April Fools' Day! If you're one for playing practical jokes, this one is on the very mild end of the spectrum, but it's perfect for families with little ones who might enjoy a tasty dessert after the joke's … [Read more...]
Have a Cup of Cheer + Hand Painted Mugs
Today I am calling for a celebration! Grab your cup of coffee - tea for me please - that's sitting by your computer right now and raise it with me and let's cyber-clink! The last 4 weeks have brought so many awesome new items to the Have a Little Faith Shop! Building an online shop, along with this blog, has been a dream of mine for a long time - … [Read more...]
Apple Picking in the Country
The bucket list for fall festivities has officially begun at our house! A few weeks ago our family kicked off the fall season with an activity that we love - apple picking! We are fortunate enough to live in an area that is surrounded by farms. One of the perks of living in the country is meeting your country neighbors. One such neighbor … [Read more...]
Our State Fair is a Great State Fair
Greeting friends! Is your summer winding down as quickly as mine seems to be this week? While we were gone on vacation this month there's one thing we missed out on that would've been fun to do, and that is visit our State Fair here in Wisconsin. Despite the simple entertainment of people watching, it's always fun to go to the Fair to see the … [Read more...]
Farm to Table Rhubarb Muffins
I gotta tell you, I am loving all of this great sunshine we've been having! Along with the frequent down-bursts of rain, my garden has also been really loving it, and doing well so far. One of the first fruits - or should I say vegetables - of my labor in the garden are my rhubarb plants. I have three of them planted along the back-end of the … [Read more...]
Naked Carrot Cake
Let me just start by saying...I apologize that I tend to open every post talking about the weather here in southeastern Wisconsin, but I do believe that Mother Nature has been majorly confused lately! The first few weeks of April have been colder and more snowy than much of our winter even was! All last week I felt so sorry for all the bewildered … [Read more...]
Happy Resurrection Day & a Roll Recipe too!
Yes, Lord...we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts. My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. Isaiah 26:8 NIV Happy Easter to you my friends! I hope you spent your day surrounded by loved ones and made wonderful memories while celebrating Christ's resurrection! Even though this … [Read more...]
Kiss Me, I’m Key Lime Pie!
Hi Friends! Greetings from sunny, tropical Florida where I am vacationing this week with my family! I've seen some pretty amazing views so far this trip. The warm weather and sunshine has done wonders to thaw my Wisconsin-winterized soul. Our family has been planning for this trip for over a year now and its been so worth it! I may be … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Chalk Paint
Every artist has their own favorite method, favorite style, favorite material to work with. For me, it's chalk paint. Chalk paint is really such a versatile product. It can be used to cover any surface - plastic, metal, wood - and requires minimal to no prep. Ironically, the paint itself does not contain chalk; it's simply named chalk paint due to … [Read more...]