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Far From Normal

Parenting, Homeschooling & Life Lived Happily Outside the box

Quinoa Blueberry Muffins

March 6, 2014 by Krista

Looking to get your morning off to an amazing start?? (Or maybe sneak a delicious afternoon snack?) Well I have something for you! I am always on the lookout to beef up food to keep the teenager full. It is swim season… he is a bottomless pit. I love quinoa, and all of its health benefits. […]

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Easy Delicious Pretzel Rolls

February 4, 2014 by Krista

I tend to be a little late with trends. I’ll see things floating around for awhile, and whether its fashion, home decor, or food I’m not one to jump in with both feet. Things have to grow on me a little. I have to figure out if I like the idea, the look, the what […]

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DIY Vick’s Vapor Shower Disks

January 20, 2014 by Krista

I have been ill. I whined  wrote about it  a couple of days ago. I’m on the mend, but battling a hellacious amount of snot. Thankfully I made up some of these shower disks before the germs attacked me so I have them on hand to help de-snot-ify myself. These are easy to make up […]

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Burt’s Bees Copy-Cat Lip Balm

January 13, 2014 by Krista

Make sure you can find this later   now!!    So, I’ve mentioned my super awesome friend Holly several times on this blog. She’s the kind of friend who brings you family dinner when you’ve had surgery, who will can 4 million ears of corn with you, who you can discuss gardening and raising chickens […]

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How to Make a Sleeping Bag for Stuffed Animals

January 12, 2014 by Krista

Meet Monty and Dewdrop, two of Daniel’s very best friends. They go everywhere with us, and each and every night they sleep with him. On Christmas Eve a new friend was added to the mix. A fun little guy who came courtesy of Gernie (my Mom) his name… be prepared for the originality is…Sock Monkey. […]

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Whipped Coconut Oil Body Butter

December 18, 2013 by Krista

Have you been to the mall this Christmas season? Have you checked out the prices on lotions and creams? How about the ingredient list? Not only is this gift quick and easy, but it is also something you can feel good about giving! Once again this whips up with minimal time and easy to find […]

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Altoid Tin First Aid Kit

December 17, 2013 by Krista

Make sure you can find this later   now!!  My 12 Days of Handmade Christmas was temporarily interrupted by the plague. It descended upon my house and despite my best efforts to avoid it and prayers that I had super momma immunity it got me… So I’m  a little behind and just getting my next […]

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Eggnog Truffles

December 14, 2013 by Krista

*This is a sponsored post on behalf of McCormick. All opinions are my own.  So I took these little bits of deliciousness to my book club last night. They were a hit! The book club girls were lucky that any of them even reached the meeting with me after my boys (including the hubby) tasted […]

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Relaxing Lavender Rosemary Foot Soak

December 12, 2013 by Krista

On the 9th day of Christmas my true love gave to me… some soak for my to-oo-ooo-tsies. Does shopping have your feet aching? Do you need a great teacher gift? Do you need another super simple gift for someone on your list? Seriously this is more simple then my simmering potpourri. Minimal time, minimal ingredients, Wonderful […]

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Altoid Tin Doodle Kit

December 11, 2013 by Krista

Make sure you can find this later   now!!  Today’s gift is a fun little stocking stuffer for the kiddos on your list. Perfect for long car rides, waiting in restaurants, to keep quiet in church… anytime they need a distraction. I’ve included crayons and little pieces of paper to go with them. Also a […]

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Christmas Scent Simmering Potpourri

December 10, 2013 by Krista

This post is dedicated to my very best friend Jesse. She is at home with an infant, a toddler, and a teenager… her hands are slightly full. She also has a big ‘ol southern family that loves homemade gifts. Hence I am sending out love in the form of my easiest handmade gift in this […]

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Up-Cycled Sweater Stockings- 12 Days of Handmade Christmas

December 8, 2013 by Krista

These up-cycled sweater stockings are a great way to reuse a sweater and make into a beautiful decoration or gift!!     “The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there.” I love stockings, and what better to give as a gift then a beautiful stocking, […]

Filed Under: Crafty Stuff, DIY & Crafts, Home Decor

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix- 12 Days of Homemade Christmas

December 7, 2013 by Krista

The 12 Days of Handmade Christmas continue!! We got snow last night, a beautiful coating of tiny snowflakes that look like glitter. In my opinion there is nothing in the world that makes you feel Christmasy-er than a world of white! When mother nature gets in on the decorating action you know the season is […]

Filed Under: DIY & Crafts, Food

Homemade Dog Biscuits- 12 Days of Handmade Christmas

December 5, 2013 by Krista

On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me…. Treats for my puuuupppyy! Not everyone on your list has only two legs! So today we’re cooking something up for our four legged friends. These have been taste tested and approved by the pickiest dog in the world. Our black lab Buddy. He […]

Filed Under: DIY & Crafts

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