Power LED lights via USB
LED strings powered via USB

I was really tired of the rat's nest of extension cord, wall warts and multiple cables feeding the three 30ft LED strings in our living room. Then a couple of weeks before Christmas it hit me: LEDs consume 5V DC, USB supplies 5V DC, newer wall receptacles with USB can supply enough current. Put them all together and this just might work.

Eclectic Bedside Table

Eclectic Bedside Table

Pia inherited a small antique file cabinet piece from a friend and immediately knew she wanted it to be a bedside table. Just the right size, and two small drawers with a sliding divider inside, make it the perfect fit next to her bed. But how to attach legs without having to make extensive changes to the old piece? Turns out the bottom of the cabinet is inset about 3/8" from the bottom of the sides. Inspiration struck: We can loosely rest the cabinet on a 3/8" plywood platform.

Homemade Pasta

Homemade pasta recipe.

Vegan Fall Barley Salad
Bowl with Vegan Fall Barley Salad

This is an easy recipe to prepare. It is yummy and healthy. Enjoy!

Shredded BBQ Chicken Burgers

Homemade burger buns topped with BBQ shredded chicken.

Banana Bread or Muffins

Delicious and moist banana bread or muffins that are perfect for breakfast. Makes one loaf or a dozen muffins. This is also a great base recipe for other muffins. Just leave out or replace the bananas with other fruit. Some variations are listed at the end of the recipe.

Cheese Crackers
Quick and easy dairy-free cheese crackers

Quick and cheesy crackers. Dairy free.

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