Author Archives: prettyplainjanes

diy cinnamon and honey mask

We have covered many diy masks in almost a year of this blog.  All I have loved for various reasons, all worth using again and again.  I hate to say that I have a favorite but admittedly I do and … Continue reading

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eighteen weeks

Jeggings, long sweatshirt and scarf – the official wardrobe for the first half of my 2nd trimester.  Pregnant or not a long cozy sweatshirt is just about the most comfortable thing a girl can slide on, no?  Especially now that … Continue reading

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pretty plain janes etsy shop *now open*

Several months ago Shan and I discussed the possibility of PPJ opening an etsy shop.  Well today is the day and we could not be more excited to let this adventure begin! I have been designing artwork for my home … Continue reading

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spanish chickpea and spinach stew with ginger

By now you’ve made your fall/winter go to soups several times.  All delicious and comforting and I am sure your family’s favorites.  Come January though you may be looking for something a little different.  This would be your something different.  … Continue reading

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baked fruit oatmeal

Here lately I’m all about breakfasts that feed the masses.  It may be the fact that our normal table of three has doubled to six, with my sister-in-law and two neices visiting for a bit, so the more food to go … Continue reading

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