DIY Watercolor Sharpie Pillow

Please bear with me and my bird obsession.  I had so much fun playing with Sharpies and alcohol in this sharpie craft.  (Rubbing alcohol that is).  Funny aside, I went out for a drink with another mom the other night.  Between the two of us we spent $23.50. I feel like by the time I …

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As Told by The Daughter

This isn’t a normal blog post. It isn’t a recipe or top 10 finds off of H&M. This post is written by Undercover Diyer’s 10 year old daughter. Yes, I was the headless hippie in that one post. I am dedicating this post to organization. That may have been covered by the true Undercover Diyer, but …

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Hidden Paradise – Alpine Bog Walk

My town has a little secret.  It is home to a very rare thing. It’s an enchanted place.  You can imagine fairies and sprites in the dappled sunlight. Or, you can look for the real life endangered species in this rare Alpine Bog Boardwalk.  There are 17 of them here.  Right in my backyard. Be …

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Caramel Chocolate Rice Krispies Treats

Don’t judge this recipe by it’s picture.  These things are so much better than this picture looks.  Swear. Ingredients: 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal 1 Bag of mini marshmallows 3 T butter 1/2 bag of Chocolate chips, melted 1/2 bag caramel candies, melted 1.  Melt butter in a pan. 2.  Add mini marshmallows to melted butter and …

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The Perfect Father’s Day Gift

Ok, quick post.  Really sort of a public service announcement.  Father’s Day has to be one of the most difficult holidays to buy a gift for. This year, I have the perfect gift to get your dad person in your life. Can you guess what it is?  That is the Razor Pit Razor Blade Sharpener.  …

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Retro Recipe – Honey Almond Apple Puffs

Second installment of retro recipes!  Here’s the first one, Glazed Chicken Wings.  And, in case you missed it, my retro recipe endeavor is inspired by the 40th Anniversary Betty Crocker’s Cook Book.  This week I made Honey Almond Apple Puffs and I can tell you with certainty that they are delicious. You know what makes …

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