This DIY Succulent Wedding Favors project is so adorable and it's so easy peasy to make. And if you have a wedding or a hostess gift this is the perfect craft for you.Another cool thing about this project is that I share the printable paper, so once you download it, you can print as many as you like for your project. So, no need to buy a ton of expensive scrapbooking paper, just take your print down to the copy shop and make as many as you need. ... continue reading...
How to Create a Cozy Outdoor Living Space
Do you need help on How to Create a Cozy Outdoor Living Space for summer? Well, I'm including nine tips on how I create my outdoor rooms and what elements I include when styling.*The following post contains affiliate linksBut first, I should mention that I'm joined by some pretty fabulous bloggers today. And their posts are at the bottom of this outdoor DIY. We love sharing all our home decor ideas, and we hope you enjoy them too! ... continue reading...
How to Make Your Own Personalized Candles
How to Make Your Own Personalized Candles has been on my crafts list forever. So, I decided it was high time to tackle this fun project and share it with you. Well, I was super amazed at how easy a project it is!I love how this project came out, and I think you'll like it too! It only takes a few minutes to make, and you're ready to decorate your home our patio for the summer. ... continue reading...
7 Wonderful Flower Project Ideas
Are you excited to see my 7 Wonderful Flower Project Ideas? We have a talented bunch of bloggers today, and I'm delighted to share with you some of their inspiring flower blog posts.As you know that flowers are my passion (you can see for yourself in my latest how to create a floral bouquet) and they, bring such joy into my life, so I thought what a cool idea to share a post of a few flower ideas. So, sit back and grab a cup of coffee and let's get this post started. ... continue reading...
Mini Cheesecake Recipe
This Mini Cheesecake Recipe is such an easy peasy dessert, and it tastes gourmet. There are few things you can add to them depending on if you like blueberries, cherries, lemon, and whip cream. This basic mini cheesecake recipe and the sky's the limit. ... continue reading...
Thank You Tag DIY
This little Thank You Tag DIY is the cutest. I love that they are so easy to create. It just takes a couple of minutes, but it looks like you bought it from a charming boutique store.As some of you already know, I'm slightly obsessed with my French Macaron recipe. I have a friend who loves them so much that she is requesting them and wonders when I'm making another batch. Well, the reason I'm talking about them is that I recently put together this little thank you package with my cookies ... continue reading...
Simple Punch Recipe for Mother’s Day
Who doesn't love a Simple Punch Recipe for Mother's Day? Well, I thought I would share a sweet and delicious fruit drink that my husband made when we first got married. I love that it is good either with or without alcohol, it is up to you which version you prefer.But first off I need to ask you, are you planning anything special for Mother's Day? Well, we are going to visit my mom who just happens to be also celebrating her 95th birthday on May 12th! I'm super excited that her birthday this ... continue reading...
Fresh Spring Decorating Ideas
Are you in need of some Fresh Spring Decorating Ideas? Then look no further, I have brought together some of my favorite bloggers and their posts for you today. This post is jammed pack with great ideas so take a look!Here is my latest Spring Tour where the color pink and flowers abound!Did you know that Spring is my favorite time of year? There is something about coming out of winter's hibernation that gives me hope that nicer weather is on its way. Around here, summer is sweltering ... continue reading...
The Best Blueberry Buckle Cake Recipe
This dessert seriously is The Best Blueberry Buckle Cake Recipe, and I recently added a yummy icing which I'm so happy I made this change. If you need something sweet to go with your coffee or tea, then this is the best little treat.Margaret's Blueberry Buckle So, quite a few years ago, I tried Martha Stewart's Blueberry Buckle recipe, and I was so disappointed since it was a total flop. My husband being the cynic wrote his mom and got her recipe and on the piece of paper he titled it, ... continue reading...
Beautiful Spring Table with Fresh Flowers
Early this week, I gathered up some gorgeous lilacs for this Beautiful Spring Table with Fresh Flowers, and I'm pleased with how it turned out. Lilacs have an oldfashioned feel that takes my breath away.*The following post contains affiliate linksI always keep an eye out for any flower. Yes, I'm easily distracted when I drive and hike, and my eyes quickly spot gorgeous flowers that surround me. What most people see as just a freeway, I look at it as a field of wild lupines, poppies, ... continue reading...
12 Awesome Mother’s Day Ideas
Today let's talk about 12 Awesome Mother's Day Ideas for gifts! To be honest, I'm always wondering what gifts to get for our moms so this year I decided to take you on that journey with me. I have gathered the items that I consider thoughtful and unique gifts.*The following post contains affiliate links ... continue reading...
DIY Easter Table Decorations Ideas
Here are seven last-minute DIY Easter Table Decorations Ideas. Here are a few favorite tables from my blog friends that I feel are pretty special. I hope there is one in the mix that you like and will copy for your table this year or next.I created this Easter table last year and had a blast including the bunnies and the yummy carrot cake. A few of you used my table decor as a model for your table, and that makes me super happy. So, here are a few more from my friends for this DIY Easter ... continue reading...
Create a Gorgeous Mother’s Day Floral Bouquet
I hope you are ready to Create a Gorgeous Mother's Day Floral Bouquet today! The cool thing about my floral arrangement is that I used three flowers and greenery that you can buy at your local grocery store, roses, tulips, and eucalyptus. It doesn't get any easier than that! So, it was super helpful that I had a basic idea which flowers to place in my floral arrangement, but choosing out the colors was a bit more tricky. So, how cool would it be if I share with you the process ... continue reading...
How to Make Crepe Paper Flowers
How to Make Crepe Paper Flowers has been on my to do list for the last couple of years! With all my flower cherry blossoms posts you would think crepe paper flowers would have snuck into my studio. But, alas, here is my first post!*This post contains affiliate links This how to make crepe paper flowers post is a long post since I want to include a detailed tutorial, but please don't get intimidated. I show every step that you'll want to do to make these beautiful flowers. ... continue reading...
Gift Basket Ideas Pretty in Pink
You are in for a pretty fabulous treat since I'm sharing my latest Gift Basket Ideas project. I'm so happy that HomeGoods reached out to me to collaborate with them on a Mother's Day post.*This post is sponsored by HomeGoods, but all the opinions are all my own. It seems so fitting to create a Mother's Day tea basket since I am crazy about tea. As you know, HomeGoods has a great selection of yummy food, and so it was easy to fill this basket up with fun things. And if my basket isn't ... continue reading...
Homemade Lemon Curd with Printable Labels
Today I'm posting my Homemade Lemon Curd with Printable Labels. I feel that there is nothing better than a fresh lemon curd slathered on top of a delectable homemade scone. Also, I found that it is the perfect thing to make when your Meyer lemon trees are bursting with fruit!Welcome to my blog if you are joining me from Kristen's from Ella Claire. I always love her tours and all the creative printables that everyone designs. If you are new to Happy Happy Nester, then you'll want to poke ... continue reading...
Pavlova Recipe for Mini Nests
Well, I recently made some lemon curd and thought it would go nicely with my Pavlova Recipe. So, today, I baked some mini nests for Easter and topped it with my homemade English Lemon Curd and cute Cadbury chocolate eggs. The results are adorable and super easy to make.I'm Obsessed with Mini Nests I know Easter is just around the corner so I thought I should make a few of these cute spring nests. I originally planned on covering a wreath of them but then my friend mentioned she wanted a ... continue reading...
English Lemon Curd
Lemon Curd is one of my all-time favorites. Spread it on a freshly baked scone or even a yummy piece of toast with butter. And, I have the best Magnolia Table Scones recipe that will go nicely with a dollop of lemon curd.Lemon Curd I just love this recipe. My good friend, Mindy gave me this recipe, and she found it in an English cookbook that her mom gave her years ago. This authentic and wonderful cookbook, published in the mid-'60s. The recipe is easy and you only need five ... continue reading...
10 Non-Alcohol Summer Drinks For a Great Party
As Summer is approaching, I thought it would be fun to gather 10 Non-Alcohol Summer Drinks! My goal this spring and summer is to get more drink recipes up on the blog. So, you heard it here, new things on my blog schedule. But, in the meantime let's take a look at these yummy looking recipes.Yup, this is my first drink recipe! I love anything with tea, and so you'll find a few in the blog list below. ... continue reading...
9 Unique Easter Egg Ideas
Do you need 9 Unique Easter Egg Ideas? I'm always trying to find something different to do with eggs, and I think today I finally found something super cute and easy to make.For this project, I veered away from my typical flower theme and jumped into spring chicks and bunnies. So, I did initially plan on putting flowers on the eggs, but these cute animals kept calling my name. I couldn't resist. So, what better way to celebrate spring than with baby bunnies and chicks! ... continue reading...
Carbonated Lemon Iced Tea Recipe
So, when your garden is full of Meyer lemons, it only made sense to come up with a Carbonated Lemon Iced Tea Recipe. Our local grocery store sells the yummiest sparkling lemon white tea that is fresh and sweet. So, I got busy and picked a few of our lemons and came up with this great recipe.For this recipe, I did use a bottle of San Pelligrino, but I did end up using my Soda Stream which made the carbonation perfect. This ice tea is a refreshing drink, and I love that it has white tea ... continue reading...
