Save Money: Buy Replacement Pyrex Lids or Covers

Pyrex Replacement Lids

We use Pyrex products religiously in our household, from measuring cups to storage containers. I love the durability and ease of use the glassware provides. However, only recently did we notice a sudden breakdown in the plastic lids used on our Pyrex storage containers. Instead of buying a whole new set (actually, we have a [...]

New Apple TV Delivers More Than Movies

Apple TV Review

I’ll admit that I’m an Apple fan. You either love ‘em or hate ‘em. I’m a lover. When Netflix made its recent debut in Canada, I decided to purchase the Apple TV in order to stream movies from the service directly to our TV. It’s only one of numerous perks from the sleek little device [...]

Basket Weave Crochet Scarf (Unisex)

Red Men's Crochet Scarf

I’m happy to say that I’ve completed my first ‘Wrapped in Red’ scarf for donation to the Orphan Foundation of America. The unisex scarf is made using a basket weave crochet pattern I found online and it’s a great beginner project. It crochets quickly and uses only two basic crochet stitches!

Poppy Seed Dressing & Cashew Salad Recipe

Poppyseed Dressing Recipe

A family favorite, cashew cream cheese salad with poppy seed dressing is one of the first recipes I copied from my mother’s recipe card file. I took the recipe to college and made it occasionally when I was missing home. I even made it once for a work event and everyone raved about it. A [...]

Crispy Buffalo Wings Review & $50+ Giveaway!

Shake'n Bake Crispy Buffalo Mix

Are you ready for football season? While I’m not a ritual football viewer, the sport holds a place in my heart. Every Thanksgiving, my father would have the TV on and would gather the men around to cheer and jeer. I know the sport mostly through osmosis and I associate it with the holidays. Although [...]

Italian Cream Dessert Vintage Recipe Card

Italian Cream Soda Recipe

When I first saw this recipe card, I thought that it was for some sort of beverage. I figured it was a cream soda concoction which I don’t particularly care for. However, after reading through the card, it’s clear this is something far more special. It is a combination of a milk-based gelatine that is [...]

Launching ‘Wrapped in Red’ Scarf Campaign

Wrapped in Red Scarf Campaign

With another long, cold winter slowly approaching, I am beginning to plan for crafting projects. I always have the passion to try making new things but don’t always have an intended recipient. This year I am determined to spend my efforts on projects that will do some good and benefit people I’ve never met. So, [...]