by Kelli Donley | Jul 17, 2014 | Domestic Art, Heirloom Hacienda
There is something about a pile of cables that drive me nuts. I really didn’t like the way this corner of my home looked. There was a power strip underneath this piece of furniture and a dozen different cords running amok. Gah....
by Kelli Donley | Jul 14, 2014 | Domestic Art, Heirloom Hacienda
I’ve made more pesto in the last three months than ever before. The basil has done very in the garden this season, and when that ended — I’ve been buying these Trader Joe’s $3 bouquets. With a bit left, and zero desire to once again make or...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 12, 2014 | Domestic Art, Heirloom Hacienda
I am putting together a book proposal and trying a few new patterns. These headbands are so very handy when it is drippy hot outside and you just. cannot. get. those. damn. bangs. out. of. your. face. Phew. That does the trick. Wishing you cool thoughts and less...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 6, 2014 | Domestic Art, Flora and Fauna, Heirloom Hacienda
The last bit of summer was jarred and enjoyed this weekend. It was a great run for peppers and tomatoes this year! I haven’t forgotten the “Phoenix Tomato Growing Plan.” I”m working on the tutorial and will have it posted prior to next season....
by Kelli Donley | Jul 5, 2014 | Domestic Art, Heirloom Hacienda
If you’ve ever asked how to make mint chocolate chip cookies without having salad in your dessert — I figured it out. Cook the butter down slowly with a handful of fresh herbs. Strain them after 10 minutes or so and then cook with the butter as...
by Kelli Donley | Jul 2, 2014 | Heirloom Hacienda
I had a waffle dinner party last week. I didn’t realize we’d lose to the Belgians this week. I’m fairly certain my celebration of all things waffle didn’t help. Sorry, ‘Merica. In other news, the blog is fixed! Thank you Jason!...
