NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

Freezer manicotti

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This recipe is yummy, makes a ton, and is actually simpler than I expected. It also freezes really well. If you are only cooking for 2 (or even 3), consider splitting this into three 9-by-3-inch loaf pans. REPEAT: This recipe can easily make three meals. Bake ManicottiServes 6 to 8Adapted from “The Best Make-Ahead Recipe” […]

Cool breeze – my view on yard sales

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I have not typically been a huge yard sale-r. It takes a few things that I don’t have – the desire to get up early, directional skills and the time to spend going to garage sales. However, I may have changed my tune. The last two Saturdays, I got up and went to yard sales […]

I spy with my little eye…

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You may not recognize the scarlet beauty. Perhaps this will refresh your memory. I know some of you will be mad at me for painting that fun, chippy little scale. But, I think that crisp, fire engine red was just what she needed. And, now she just loves her new home amongst the Fiestaware. Who […]

On Big Lots

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I’ve always thought garden stools were cute, but can I be frank? Who has the money to spend on these things? I’m looking at you: Pottery Barn. ($159) Overstock. ($123.99) Target. ($169.49 ON SALE?) And, although cute, I wondered if they were a bit trendy for my taste. You see, I usually don’t buy things until […]

Greek Grilled Chicken & Proper Asparagus

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Hello, friends. I’m back with another freezer meal. Although it also makes a pretty darn good non-freezer meal, too. But, first, the background:When Ryan travels, I eat out a lot. I just get bored and wanna get out of the house. I mean, who’s there to listen to me talk? 😉 But, on Saturday night, […]

You-musts

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You must: check out these awesome, DIY and recycled garden markers at Notes from the Heartland. make a monogrammed beach towel like Pink and Polka Dots. create this awesome, transportable height chart a’la Cottage and Vine. (I’m seriously considering making ones for Ryan and I. Is that strange?) drool over these awesome and unique lamps at […]