Kitchen Witchery

Vegan “Cheesy” Pepperoni Herb Bread

This delicious bread can be made in your Bread Machine or baked in a load pan in the oven. Directions for both are included. Your kitchen will smell like a fine Italian restaurant while this dough is rising in the warmth of the bread machine, and while baking. Using plant-based cheeses and pepperoni, this traditional… Continue reading Vegan “Cheesy” Pepperoni Herb Bread

Creativity

The Art of Decoupage

In 17th century Europe, decoupage was considered the poor man’s art. During Victorian times, it became a popular hobby and was used to craft decorative books, boxes, vases and wall plaques. The art form gained new popularity in the 1970’s, as a way to revive Victorian styles and designs. But it can be used today… Continue reading The Art of Decoupage

Celebrations, Practical Magick

Mabon: The Autumnal Equinox

Mabon is the pagan holiday which is the autumnal equinox, or the first day of fall. It takes place on September 21st. Also known as the "pagan thanksgiving", this holiday celebrates the second harvest of the season. Nearing the end of the growing season, it is a time to clean up the garden and preserve… Continue reading Mabon: The Autumnal Equinox

Gaia's Garden

Terrarium Gardening

When summer is in full bloom, it’s hard to imagine a dark, dreary winter ahead. But there is no better way to enjoy indoor plants through the fall and winter months than in a terrarium or glass dish garden. If you enjoy beautiful rose bushes in your summer garden, consider miniature roses for an indoor… Continue reading Terrarium Gardening

Creativity

Introduction to Sewing

Sewing Can Be Fun! Fashion and design trends may come and go, but if you can read a pattern and use a sewing machine, you can create your own wardrobe or home décor. You can recreate a current trend in your own colors and patterns or create your own individual style. Patterns and fabrics are… Continue reading Introduction to Sewing

Kitchen Witchery

Preserving your Herbal Bounty

If you‘ve been enjoying your fresh herbs since they were big enough to start snipping and using, you have probably noticed a few things. First, you love the way the fresh herbs add flavor to everything you cook. Second, you probably have enjoyed some of the great craft projects that use herbs, for yourself and… Continue reading Preserving your Herbal Bounty

Creativity

Handmade Flower and Herb Papers

Email and text messaging have become part of our everyday communications. And as much as they are a necessary part of our lifestyle, it’s nice to remember the days of letters and notes on beautiful handmade paper. Imagine receiving a handwritten invitation or note on papers infused with herbs and flowers from a well-loved garden.… Continue reading Handmade Flower and Herb Papers

Gaia's Garden

Garden Journaling

Journaling and scrapbooking have become the most popular crafts in the country. When you are journaling, you’re writing about people, places, and events that have taken place. When you’re scrapbooking, you’re taking pictures and preserving them in a beautiful keepsake, recording important dates, times and places. Journaling in the garden combines the two into one… Continue reading Garden Journaling

Kitchen Witchery

Vegan Quinoa Patties With Spicy Sauce Recipe

A spicy sauce kicks these patties up a notch. This recipe makes 2 dozen slider bun sized patties and sauce. These patties are baked and are soft when cooked. They don’t form stiff burgers. Quinoa 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water ¼ tsp. vegetable bouillon Bring water and bouillon to a boil and stir… Continue reading Vegan Quinoa Patties With Spicy Sauce Recipe

Enchanting Home

Houseplant How-To

You’ve decided you want some houseplants to complete the décor in your home. You checked out some nurseries and home improvement stores to see what they have and found some plants that are suited to your indoor environment. Now what? Here are some tips for potting, watering, lighting and propagating your houseplants, as well as… Continue reading Houseplant How-To