We enjoy making steaks at least once every 2 weeks. We will often toss them onto our barbecue grill when the weather is nice. During the cold winter months we will pan-fry them on the stove-top or toss them into the oven. When it comes to seasoning them...we make our own dry rub steak seasoning and … [Read more...] about How to Make a Dry Rub Steak Seasoning
How to Take Care and Store Metal Cookie Cutters
Cut-out cookies are one of my favorite type's of cookies to make. Yes, they're time consuming...but they always taste great! Besides that...my grandchildren enjoy getting into the kitchen and helping me make and decorate them! It becomes a great family bonding session while teaching the kids … [Read more...] about How to Take Care and Store Metal Cookie Cutters
Peanut Butter, Fruit Jam and Marshmallow S’mores
Do your kids enjoy eating peanut butter and jelly sandwiches? If so, they'll probably like these peanut butter, fruit jam and marshmallow s'mores! My 10 year old grandson and 16 year old granddaughter love them as an afterschool snack. They're easy-to-make using a microwave oven. Older kids can make … [Read more...] about Peanut Butter, Fruit Jam and Marshmallow S’mores
Get Organized with Clear Zippered Storage Bags with Carrying Handles
The new year means new organizing opportunities in my home. I'm on a mission to downsize and get things organized in every room in our home. Throughout the year I'll be sharing with you some of the products that I'm using and tips that I learn along the way. First up...I needed some clear zippered … [Read more...] about Get Organized with Clear Zippered Storage Bags with Carrying Handles
Quick and Easy Classic Chicken Salad Recipe
Every time we have a little bit of leftover chicken I like to turn it into delicious chicken salad. You can use white meat, dark or a combination of both. I use whatever is leftover! You only need a few basic ingredients that you most likely already have on hand. The quickest and easiest way for me … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Classic Chicken Salad Recipe
How to Gently Clean Wicker Storage Baskets
I enjoy going thrift shopping and one of the things I love to thrift are wicker storage baskets. I use them all over our home to keep things neat and organized. With that said, I always give the baskets a good cleaning before using them in my home. You never know what kind of environment they came … [Read more...] about How to Gently Clean Wicker Storage Baskets
Preview Sunday Week of January 11th
Today is Sunday January 11th, 2026. This coming week, we have some fabulous new blog content coming your way. Here's a small preview of things coming up this week on the TCC blog. Cleaning Tips for the New YearSeasonal Craft Projects to MakeNew Easy to Make Recipes to TryHome Organization … [Read more...] about Preview Sunday Week of January 11th
Painting on Broken Seashells – A Great Beginner’s Project
Taking walks on the beach is one of my favorite outdoor activities to do. While I'm walking...I'm often picking up seashells to use in various arts and craft projects around my home. One thing that I always notice while out on the beach is how other people toss back the broken shells or just leave … [Read more...] about Painting on Broken Seashells – A Great Beginner’s Project