Log Home Blog by Honest Abe Log Homes, Cabins & Timber Frames

Posted on Dec 12, 2012

Christmas Edition: A Collection of Photos

This cabin was inspired by those found in the Appalachian foothills of Tennessee. Built using Honest Abe’s Genesis log system. It features chinking (that stuff between the logs) on both the inside and outside, though this log system can be built without it. Exposed heavy timber ceiling beams add rustic appeal. It may be...

Posted on Dec 12, 2012

Honest Abe Monthly Receives National Recognition

Honest Abe Log Homes received numerous national home building accolades as part of the 2013 Jerry Rouleau Awards for Excellence in Marketing and Home Design presented by the Building Systems Councils (BSC) and the Log Homes Council, part of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Honest Abe Log Homes was honored on Oct. 2,...

Posted on Dec 12, 2012

Snapshots From The Job Site

Customer: Doug Williams and Noreen Bania Sales person: Darlene Dawson of Bear’s Den Log Homes Crew: Legacy Home Builders Log Profile: 8 “x 8” D-Log Floor Plan: Custom Clearbrook 60’ x 32’ Doug & Noreen, like so many other log home prospects, attended one of the many log home shows that are available throughout the...

Posted on Dec 12, 2012

Aebleskiver

makes 30 aebleskiver 4 large eggs, separated 2 cups cake flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, melted Scant 2 cups milk (2 cups less 2 tablespoons) 1. In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with an electric mixer until thick and pale. ...

Posted on Dec 2, 2012

Best Floor Plans of 2012!

Throughout the course of 2012, we’ve shared with you some great plans. That is not bragging though, because we didn’t make them great. Instead, our customers did. Most of these plans are homes built by Honest Abe customers. They represent a lifetime of passion, and many years of planning for some. They may not be perfect to...

Posted on Nov 21, 2012

One Father’s Legacy

Nearly fifty years ago, the father of George Busch purchased a small lot on Nolin Lake in Kentucky. On it, he built a quaint three room cottage, as was typical in the community. At that time, small weekender cabins were constructed to provide basic necessities and shelter to families who would spend summer weekends enjoying the...

Posted on Nov 21, 2012

The Inspector & The Crew

“Joe & his crew did an outstanding job from the time they arrived until they finished. Thanks from the inspector and me on a job well done!” – Tim Johnston Customer: Tim & Connie Johnston Sold By: Dan Smith (Murfreesboro Model) Dry-in Crew: Isenberg Log Homes Builders, Inc Log Profile: 8×8 D-log Roof Style: Heavy...

Posted on Nov 21, 2012

Hannah’s Apple Pancake

Serves 1 generously: 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 1/4 cup milk 1 apple (Hannah prefers Golden Delicious) 1 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 large egg 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Pinch of salt Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Melt the butter in a 5-inch cast iron skillet over low heat. While the butter...