DIY KITCHEN ISLAND WITH KEN

Give an Old Dresser new life by turning it into a Kitchen Island!

Your First Apartment: Kitchen Essentials

Have you or do you know of anyone who has just moved into his or her first real apartment? Right now they’re probably busy outfitting their kitchen, and they most likely need a little help. Although the basics will do, you don’t want to waste hard-earned money on tools that are either flimsy or overpriced. Equipment testing has proven the following to be highly recommend as the best in kitchen gear that won’t break the bank.

Mini Christmas Trees, An Extra Touch

Seventeen years ago I decorated my very first mini-Christmas tree. Flipping through a magazine one day I came across a photo of a small tree for a baby's room. Ms.E was 6 months old at the time and I thought a tree dedicated to a baby's first Christmas was a  brilliant idea. Why had I never thought of this before? It was genius. Inspired really. Well, I'm sure you can see where this is headed, after the first mini I never looked back. Now there are trees in every room of our home. There are years when I would rather NOT decorate every tree, but it's tradition here at Porter Central and the kids wouldn't have it any other way!

Spread the holiday cheer in your home with mini decorative Christmas trees. Your Christmas decorating should not be concentrate only around your mantel and family room but throughout your whole house. Put around as many as you like in different themes to keep them interesting. Enjoy the following eye candy. You just might find something here that peaks your interest starting a new family tradition in your home.

Are You A HUNTER GATHERER?

Are you a hunter gatherer? Someone who loves to forage?  No, not the society of people that lived thousands of years ago, but circa 2012 at a flea market near you! Do you gather together in one space the things you have a passion for?

This little wooden rooster on wheels was my very first find. He sits in my kitchen window. 

10 Kitchen Supplies To Make The Holidays Easier

If you don’t have the basics for cooking a holiday dinner, you should probably head to Target and buy yourself some kitchen basics that won't break the bank. Before heading out, check my list of 10 things to look for to make Thanksgiving and Christmas a bit easier. In my opinion.....