Monthly Archives: September 2011

The DIY Bench

Posted on September 28, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

Alberto has been itching for a bench under the big windows in our dining room for years now, but all of our furniture hunts have only turned up things that were too tall, too deep, too narrow, too short, or … Continue reading →

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Blue Jeans Vase

Posted on September 21, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We were going through our closets this weekend trying to clean out some of our old clothes. Generally we give everything to good will when we can, but Alberto found a pair of old blue jeans that he decided to … Continue reading →

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Vodka Sour

Posted on September 18, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

The final weekend of the summer season has finally arrived, and we’re not very happy about it…kind of sour, actually. Why not channel those feelings into our cocktail break, right? So, here’s a delicious and simple recipe for a vodka … Continue reading →

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Wooden Charger Clock

Posted on September 13, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

A few weeks ago we found a great wooden dinner charger at a garage sale, but it was the only one they had. What to do with just one dinner charger? Well, how about a clock?! We also bought a … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Martini

Posted on September 10, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We are starting to turn around on our opinion of flavored vodka. We recently discovered 360 Double Chocolate Vodka and we love it! And it has also given us the perfect excuse to try a chocolate martini. Our version uses … Continue reading →

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