Author: Rachael Evans
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Pantry Stash Tips
A few weeks ago, I went through my whole freezer stashing method as a means of saving money and being prepared in the event of a disaster. But now I want to talk about something even more practical – the well stocked pantry. Most people don’t have an extra chest freezer, and if your fridge Read more
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Weekly Meal Plan 3/8/2026
Have you noticed that March is already going by faster than 28 days of February? Fortunately, that means more sun and better weather are on the way. I can already feel the shift away from soups and stews to wanting more fresh, crunchy foods. But, I recently learned that in Chinese medicine, we need warming/wet Read more
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Weekly Meal Plan 3/1/26
February is finally over! I don’t know about you, but it has been a hard month for me. That said, being able to cook and prepare meals for my family is truly a privilege that I don’t take lightly. Not only is it economical, but I am able to control the ingredients to ensure we Read more
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DIY Faux Marble Countertops {From The LCH Archives}
[Original tutorial from Lovely Crafty Home, 11/13/2019] Surely I must be the last person on Earth to execute some kind of DIY countertop makeover. In our last house we did have laminate, but it was newer and “granite” style. Overall it served us well, holding up great over the 10 years we were there. When Read more
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Weekly Meal Plan 2/22/26
February is both the shortest and the longest month, and I will die on this hill. It’s literally the month that never ends. I think partly because people are ready for Spring, and the anticipation makes it feel longer. But also, it’s just a really transitional month. You’re coming off the holiday train, New Years Read more
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The Ultimate Brown Paper Floor Guide {From The LCH Archives}
[Original tutorial from Lovely Crafty Home, 11/9/2011] My brown paper floors are by far my most viewed content, at the top of the list for FAQs, and seen more on Pinterest than anything else I’ve done. It was even featured in several magazines, like Natural Home & Garden, and WNC Woman. I think that’s kinda cool Read more