The Cost of Ignoring HVAC Maintenance: Why It Matters

Your HVAC system works tirelessly to keep your home comfortable, whether it’s battling summer heat or winter cold. However, like any other mechanical system, it requires regular upkeep to perform efficiently. Ignoring HVAC maintenance can lead to unexpected breakdowns, increased energy bills, and costly repairs, not to mention the discomfort[Read more]

The Hidden Dangers of Ignoring Drain Problems

Your home’s drainage system plays a critical role in maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and overall functionality. Yet, it’s often overlooked until a major issue arises. Ignoring drain problems can lead to significant consequences, affecting your home, health, and finances. Here’s why addressing drainage issues promptly is essential and how drain repair[Read more]

Fearless about Firsts – My First Knit Socks

Though I’ve been knitting for 10+ years now, there are still many stitches, techniques, and projects I have yet to try. Only in the past 5 years have I started to place more value on the craft of knitting and crocheting and trying to improve my skills and learn more.[Read more]

New Yarn Stash Buster – Infinity Scarf

Well, in case you were wondering, my stash of yarn still exists! It’s slowly dwindling, but with every new project I take on there’s always that awkward half skein left over. And that’s exactly how I acquired the yarn I used in this project! I originally used this yarn to whip[Read more]

To John, on our First Anniversary

A year ago today we said “I do!” I remember waking up that morning, not sure that I could believe the day had come – we’d been waiting for what seemed like forever! I remember the giggly giddiness welling up in me as I walked up to you for the[Read more]

Manly Scarf Just in Time for Autumn Knitting

Ever since I first learned how to knit, scarves have been my go-to project. They’re pretty straight forward to make, have a purpose, and are fun to wear or give away! Though I’ve definitely made more scarves than I have fingers on my hands, I can honestly say that I’ve[Read more]

The Adventures of the Cable Knit Sweater

Since marrying my husband last October, John and I have learned a lot about one another. I’ve learned that John enjoys crafting a cup of coffee each morning, that he geeks out over board game “news” as he anticipates the release of a new expansion for his current favorite game,[Read more]

Download Your FREE “Fun in the Sun Hat” Crochet Pattern

As promised, today I’m sharing with you my first crochet pattern for FREE! This “Fun in the Sun Hat” is a quick project and suitable even for beginners. I probably wouldn’t recommend it as a first project, but once you have the hang of the double crochet stitch there’s not[Read more]