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Weekly Inspiration for Your Nest

Boutique of the Week Decor

Pretty Paper Peonies for Sale

Check out this Great Collection of Paper Peonies For Sale on Etsy. Today to Mix & Match with an Assortment of Colors from Pink to White! Summer is coming soon, and it's time to get the flowers out! We live in California, so the summers here are hot and sometimes unbearable. So, unfortunately, some of my flowers tend to wilt faster in the heat. If you have this same issue, you're in luck because I have different styles and types of Peonies made out of paper to cure the wilting! ... continue reading...

Decor DIY

How to Make a Simple Floral Arrangement

Flowers are my passion, and a Simple Floral Arrangement can be quick and still stunning.  I thought it might be helpful to explain how I create a simple flower arrangement. Let's start at the beginning, so you know the basics. You see, my friend, Jodie, read my article Creative Floral Arrangements and had a few questions for me in regards to flower arranging. So today's post addresses some of her questions.  ... continue reading...

Crafts Decor

How to Decorate a Paper Lantern DIY

Do you want to learn how to Decorate a Paper Lantern for your home? This pretty lantern is so cute hanging outdoor or in a fun bedroom. Customize it with any paper that matches your home decor. These unique lanterns are one of a kind and look like something you bought from a expensive boutique store. You don't even have to be crafty. If you have a paper lantern and a pair of scissors and some glue, that's all you need for this project. ... continue reading...

Cakes & Cupcakes Desserts Recipes

Bakery Style Carrot Cake Muffins (Chocolate Chips)

Here are the best Bakery Styled Carrot Cake Muffins with a delicious crumble topping. Not only do these muffins have a crumble topping but they also have chocolate chips inside as a bonus! I love the combination of a moist carrot cake and crumble. The chocolate chips just add a nice touch and richness. This is a fun and delicious recipe to share with friends and family for any occasion! ... continue reading...

Boutique of the Week Fashion

Cute Casual Summer Outfits

Summer is coming, and it's time for a new wardrobe. Here I have listed 7 Cute and Casual Summer Outfits to start your 2021 season with good vibes and even better style! Whether it's going to the beach, hanging out at home with family, or going out with friends, these outfits fit every occasion! From shoes to women's clothing to accessories, this is where you can find some summer outfits for women! We want you to feel good in what you're wearing, especially during the summer where time is ... continue reading...

Cookies Desserts Recipes

The Best Crunchy Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie

I want to shout it from every rooftop that I finally have the Best Crunchy Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe. But, creating this cookie hasn't been an easy task. You might say, that I've been a bit obsessed for the last couple of days trying to perfect my mom's chocolate chip recipe. And after four seven batches of cookies, I finally had success. If you like a crunchy cookie than this is the cookie for you! It is packed full of chocolate chips in every bite. I promise you that you ... continue reading...

Desserts Recipes

Chocolate Chip Scones (Creamy and Fluffy)

These creamy and fluffy Chocolate Chip Scones are the only scones you need in your cookbook. They are topped with a layer of raw sugar which makes their crust a bit crunchy. These cream scones are easy to make, and they don't contain butter or eggs. Yes, you heard correctly. They are butter and egg-free. But, the key that makes them so moist and creamy is the whipped cream. ... continue reading...

Decor Decorate DIY Gift Ideas

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 ... continue reading...

Saturday Chitchat

What’s Cooking in the Kitchen

This weekend, let's take a look at What's Cooking in the Kitchen! We've been busy over here and I'm excited to share all the recipes. This French Apple Custard Tart is a pretty special recipe and dessert. And I'm happy to say that it's now on the blog! Today's post is all about baking and cooking, so you're in for a big treat. ... continue reading...

Recipes

French Apple Custard Tart with Puff Pastry

If you like custard, you'll love this unusual apple custard tart. But don't just take my word for it. Bake my French Apple Custard Tart in your kitchen, and I promise you will fall in love with this wonderful dessert. I love apple desserts so much that I have another post of 11 Apple Tarts. Today, I just made one of the recipes, and I must say that it is now one of the best apple tarts I have ever had. ... continue reading...

Dinners Fish Recipes

Easy Cod Fish Tacos (with Homemade Taco Sauce)

I love Easy Cod Fish Tacos! These tacos have a delicious coleslaw dressing that tops the crunchy red cabbage. The fish is simple to prepare and it's goes well with the creamy homemade taco sauce and fresh vegetables. We add shredded red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, avocados, and cilantro to our tacos. But, you can add whatever vegetables or fruit you prefer. That's the beauty of this recipe. ... continue reading...

Appetizers Recipes

Trader Joe’s Charcuterie Board

Do you need an easy Trader Joe's Charcuterie Board? This step-by-step includes a shopping list of yummy meats, crackers, cheese, and chocolates. Trader Joe's has such a wide assortment of cheeses, meats, crackers, chocolates, and sauces. They're the perfect source for creating a delicious gourmet charcuterie board. ... continue reading...

Gardening

How to Start a Hydrangea Plant

How to Start a Hydrangea Plant from cut flowers has been on my gardening bucket list for about a year. I was pleasantly surprised to see the results of the little experiment I conducted last winter. Our little experiment started in January. And then the stem cuttings were planted in the spring of the following year. We divided up the hydrangea stems into two batches, water and dirt rooting. The results were quite fascinating. ... continue reading...

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