I usually don't decorate much for the 4th of July, but this year I decided to make this DIY Paper Stars for 4th of July Garland. This festive craft is a simple paper project, and it will dress up any door or wall for the holidays.Are you ready for the Fourth of July? Since it is a busy time of year for our family, I wanted to come up with a project that isn't too difficult to make. So, for this paper project, all you have to do is a print, cut, fold, thread the ribbon, and you have a ... continue reading...
10 Refreshing Summer Dessert Recipes
Here are 10 Refreshing Summer Dessert Recipes for your family. Among this mix of desserts are quite a few fresh fruit treats which all look so delectable.Janine | Happy Happy Nester I just published this fresh strawberry mini tart recipe. The filling is a French Sabayon that is creamy and the perfect combination to the tart strawberry. The flakey crust holds the contents in a fun size individual serving. ... continue reading...
Home Renovation Ideas on a Budget
Around here, Home Renovation Ideas on a Budget is a way of life. I believe that my husband isn't happy unless he knows that everyone in the family is wise with their purchases and spending. So, when our deck was showing its age, an inexpensive solution had to happen.My friends and I thought it would be great to round up all our home remodeling projects for this blog post. So for today's blog hop, I'm sharing home renovations ideas on a budget. I'll be listing everyone's project and blog ... continue reading...
Container Gardening Ideas
My post for this beautiful day in May is Container Gardening Ideas. Yes, summer is around the corner, and now is the time to get ready for planting your pretty containers. Well, I have quite a few simple flower pots around our patios and so here is a peek into our planters.*The following post contains affiliate links.A Gathering of Gardeners So, I have another treat for you, and I was recently invited by Cindy from Rough Luxe Lifestyle to participate in one of their annual garden ... continue reading...
Creamy Mini Strawberry Tart Recipe
The grocery stores are full of strawberries, so today I'm sharing my Mini Strawberry Tart Recipe. You could say that I'm a bit obsessed with little individual sized tarts, they are so dainty and cute and the perfect size for a dessert. The filling is a creamy French Sabayon Recipe that is the best buttercream that I have ever tasted.Growing up in Orange County California, there were orange groves and strawberry fields all around our home. Spring was always bursting with strawberries, and ... continue reading...
Casual Table Setting Ideas For Every Day
My Casual Table Setting Ideas For Every Day always includes flowers and beautiful glassybabys. Also, this table is dear to my heart since these roses are the first blossoms of the season.Our dining room table is always ready to go with a white cotton table cloth since it is the perfect canvas in which to create a casual table setting ideas for every day living. If you have the essential items like cake stands, candles, vases, linens, and plates, you are ready to create a beautiful table ... continue reading...
DIY Succulent Wedding Favors
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...
