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June 16, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Favorite Alton Brown Recipes

Favorite Alton Brown Recipes

Lenny and I used to love to watch Good Eats on The Food Network. Good Eats was a TV show where the host, Alton Brown, decoded culinary customs, explored the origins of ingredients and explained why you cook certain foods a certain way. The what, when, why and how of cooking. I have always been interested in how and why. How do you do that?

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June 15, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Refinishing Furniture with Chalk Paint

Refinish furniture with chalk paint

Happy Monday friends! What a privilege for me to start out the week by sharing another DIY project with you! As you know, summer is around the corner here and it’s the perfect time to be thinking about brightening your home decor with a little chalk paint magic aka refinishing furniture with chalk paint. I’m extra excited this Monday because I’ll be guest posting over at Kenarry: Ideas

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June 14, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Our Sailor Girl Visits Hong Kong

Our Sailor Visits Hong Kong

It’s quite amazing to me to think that my “little girl” is on an enormous ship and is sailing somewhere in the Pacific Ocean as part of a mission of the United States Navy. Still doesn’t register with my mind that this is real or possible. In fact, our sailor girl just recently paid a visit to Hong Kong! Who would have ever thought?! Our sailor

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June 10, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe

The boys men in my family love pork. Pork chops. Porkloin. Loin. Bacon. Bacon. Pork roast. Pulled pork. Barbecue pork. Roast pork. Well, you get the idea. I like pork, but I definitely don’t have the love for it that they do. But, I do enjoy cooking for them and trying out new recipes. Well, have I got a Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe for you!

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June 5, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

DIY: Father’s Day Gift Ideas

6 DIY Father's Day Gift Ideas

Father’s Day 2015 will be here before you know it – Sunday, June 21st! It’s time to find some DIY: Father’s Day gift ideas, if you haven’t already. If the dad in your life is anything like the my Lenny, then what he’d really love for Father’s Day is something from the heart. I’ve scoured the web in pursuit of some homemade or handmade Father’s

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June 4, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

My Favorite Computing Gadgets

My Favorite Computing Gadgets

Do you remember how old you were when you first started using a computer? Well, for those of you who are younger than me, they’ve probably always been a part of your life. But, for me, I remember when I first began using a computer on my job and eventually in my home. I thought I would share some of my favorite computing gadgets with

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June 2, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Exciting news from Kenarry: Ideas for the Home

Exciting news from Kenarry: Ideas for the Home

I’m just busting at the seams and can’t wait to share with you some exciting news from Kenarry: Ideas for the Home.  Several weeks ago, I applied to a Call for Contributors to be a part of the 2015 Creative Team at Kenarry: Ideas for the Home. Well, I can now share with you the exciting news that The Birch Cottage was selected to be a

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June 1, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

High School Graduation

High School Graduation

What an eventful weekend, full of mixed emotions as we celebrated Owen’s high school graduation. Owen is our youngest child and he graduated from high school on Saturday. While we are immensely proud of Owen and so excited about his future, it just seems sad for his childhood to come to an end. We have so enjoyed watching Owen grow up! Although I’m sure most

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May 29, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Road Trip – Fort Gordon

Maternity Photos

Lenny and I took a little road trip this past Memorial Day weekend to see our soldier and his beautiful wife in Fort Gordon, Georgia. We left as soon as we got off work Friday evening and arrived at Fort Gordon on Saturday around noon. Except for the fact it took us a couple of hours to get through security and obtain our pass, it

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May 28, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

The Art of Manliness

The Art of Manliness

I realize I’m not a man, but as a mother, I realize the importance of young boys learning from their father’s, grandfathers, uncles, older brothers, or role models of what it means to be a man and how to grow up to be a young man of integrity. The Art of Manliness is a website that features articles, tips, tutorials, videos and even podcasts on

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May 27, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Father’s Day Tribute – DIY Belt Rack

DIY Belt Rack for Father's Day

Now, for my Father’s Day tribute, I wanted to share a project that I thought would be easy enough for families to make and something that dad might actually enjoy having. I actually got the idea from reading an article on The Art of Manliness blog.  Have you visited or heard of The Art of Manliness? I think it’s a really cool site, so be sure

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May 26, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

DIY Light Fixtures

7 DIY Lighting Projects

Farmhouse Light with Chicken Wire This light fixture from The Wood Grain Cottage is absolutely one of my favorite DIY light fixtures of all time. I just adore it and can’t wait to find someplace in my home to incorporate it.  Industrial Bathroom Fixture This Industrical Bathroom Fixture from Snazzy Little Things has trendy written all over it! I would love to incorporate this style

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May 24, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Memorial Day

Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery

Traditionally, Americans celebrate Memorial Day as a kickoff to summer with family gatherings, cookouts, camping and backyard barbecues. But, Memorial Day is supposed to be a time for us to remember those military men and women who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. I hope as you enjoy this day with your family, that you take just a moment to honor those who have

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May 23, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Just a boy and his dog

Just a boy and his dog

There’s something about seeing just a boy and his dog that makes you think all is right with the world. Owen is the baby of the family and he will be graduating from high school in just a few short days. Amazing! Remo is our German Shepherd. We think he’s adorable. He’s recently started growing gray little whiskers, which, in our opinion, just makes him

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May 21, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Photo Collage Monogram

Photo Monogram Collage

I was just thinking what a great Father’s Day gift this Photo Collage Monogram would make! Dad could place it on a book shelf, mantle or hang it on the wall. This simple photo collage monogram would make a great family project. Just in time for Father’s Day! I found this project over at It’s A Ginger Snap and it is super easy and inexpensive to make. All

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May 19, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Pico de Gallo Recipe

Pico de Gallo Recipe

I have always been a BIG fan of salsa, pico de gallo and, of course, cilantro. My taste buds just come alive thinking about cilantro! This Pico de Gallo Recipe is my all time favorite. I use it as a base for so many dishes. Every since Lenny and I made our road trip out to California last summer and experienced “Taco Tuesday” at the Rockin’ Baja

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May 17, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Beautiful flowers from a beautiful girl…

Refinishing Furniture with Chalk Paint

I know most parents think their children are special, talented, gifted, beautiful and/or handsome. I’m no exception. Lenny and I have seven children and although they have some similar traits, they are each uniquely and wonderfully different. I talk a lot about Kristen these days because she’s the youngest girl and she’s off serving her country in the United States Navy. I received these beautiful

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May 16, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Puerto Morelos, Mexico – Part 1

Puerto Morelos Mexico by The Birch Cottage

I am all the time telling the kids that I’m going to run away from home with their dad. So, this past Spring break, that’s exactly what we did. We ran all the way to beautiful, sunny, relaxing and welcoming Puerto Morelos, Mexico! Located in the Yucatan peninsula, midway between Cancun and Playa del Carmen, you’ll find Puerto Morelos to be the perfect tranquil spot.

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May 15, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

How to refinish a table using chalk paint

How to Refinish Furniture with Homemade Chalk Paint by The Birch Cottage

Today I’m just thrilled to show you one of my most recent furniture makeovers. We have a small console or table we use in our entryway. The table was an Amish-made oak table that belonged to my mother-in-law. The table was fine just the way it was, but I really am in love with the white finishes, especially the chalk paint finishes. So, I decided

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May 13, 2015 by: Pamela Baker

Make a shabby chic wood tray from repurposed fence pickets!

Shabby Chic Wood Tray from repurposed fence pickets add just a touch of farmhouse charm!

I am super excited to share today’s reclaimed wood DIY project with you! Making this shabby chic wood tray from repurposed fence pickets was an easy and rewarding DIY project. It’s just the perfect little piece to add a touch of farmhouse charm to your decor. Of course, I think all our projects here at The Birch Cottage are either adorable, clever, beautiful or simply

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