It has been raining cats and dogs around here, so I'm so ready for a Pretty Pink Spring Home Tour. Glad you can join me today and if you are new to my blog, a warm spring hello. Tana from Your Marketing BFF is hosting this wonderful spring blog tour, and I'm so honored to be included. I hope you enjoyed Marissa's tour at My Casa di Bella her home is so stunning!*The following post contains affiliate linksA. Pink Candle Stick | B. Harper Stacked Glass Candlesticks | C. Eclectic ... continue reading...
Cute Ways to Use a Cake Stand
I always love to come up with Cute Ways to Use a Cake Stand. I have plenty of them hanging around our home, some are out and some are in storage. But, nevertheless, they have things decorating them at all times. It is a simple way to add interest to any space. Fun with Cake Stands I published another post ( 12 Bloggers and 12 Creative Cake Stands) quite a few years ago and I remember it well. There are so cute ways to use a cake stand. I'm going to show you how my cake stands are ... continue reading...
Our Secret to a Yummy Seafood Stew Recipe
I'm sure you are wondering what Our Secret to a Yummy Seafood Stew Recipe is all about. Well, after many years of cooking this Cioppino dish, I found that the key is to simmer the wine for a whole day. The wine creates a rich broth that accompanies the clams, fish, and crab perfectly.This Cioppino is a family recipe This recipe is a long time family favorite, and I'm not sure where my mom, Amy found it. We had an Italian neighbor that gave us a lot of great recipes, and I'm assuming that ... continue reading...
Pretty Tissue Paper Flowers Tutorial
Today let's talk about Tissue Paper Flowers Tutorial. Spring is the perfect time to start crafting paper flowers while you wait for the real ones to bloom. I love that for this project I used of all things, Kleenex! Yes, you heard correctly I used a few sheets of kleenex. The results are these adorable and realistic cherry blossoms.Another Tissue Paper Flowers Tutorial My last paper cherry blossom craft is one of the most popular posts on my blog. So, I decided since everyone likes it, I ... continue reading...
How to Create a Cozy Hygge Home
Today my sweet friends and I are going to show How to Create a Cozy Hygge Home If you have been following along I posted weekly on Hygge. It has been a fun series and I've enjoyed sharing my thoughts and ideas with you. Next month is all about comfort food, so I'll be sharing my family favorite recipes. But, back to how to create a cozy hygge home.Happy Saturday! I hope you have some fun things planned for today or Sunday. Well, grab a cup of coffee and let's take a look at what has been ... continue reading...
5 Hygge Essentials for Your Home
Let's talk about the Hygge Essentials for Your Home. There are five things I consider when trying to add hygge to our homes. These are simple elements that instantly add a ton of happiness to a home.*The following post contains affiliate links 5 Hygge Essentials for Your Home Before I begin, if you are wondering what hygge is all about, then might I suggest that you check out this post to find this Danish way of living.Ok, I love that this concept embraces a coziness which brings ... continue reading...
Yeast Cake Recipe: Savarin des fruits
You might say that I'm a bit obsessed with this delicious Yeast Cake Recipe! Well, you might say I'm addicted to The Great British Baking Show. This unusual French cake is not super sweet but it is soaked in a lovely orange syrup of Grand Marnier. I can't wait to share with you all that I learned about this wonderful cake.What is a Yeast Cake? I wondered this exact question when I watched The Great British Baking Show. Today, I'm so excited to share with you the things I learned. I love ... continue reading...
The Big Question: What is Hygge?
Looking back over the month, I now realized that I should've titled the first blog post, What is Hygge? Oh well, it's not too late to answer this big question. Enquiring minds want to know!The Big Question: What is Hygge? *The following post contains affiliate linksLast week, I attempted my first post on it, and I showed how to add hygge in our home with flowers. But, I must admit that for about a year, I thought to myself, "what is hygge?" I kept asking my friends, and we all looked ... continue reading...
Add Hygge To Your Home with Candles
If you want to light up a room naturally, you'll want to Add Hygge To Your Home with Candles. It is an easy way to bring a cozy vibe to any room. I recently rounded up all my mercury glass votives and lit all the candles, and I love the results. So, with a few additions to any space, you can transform it into a lovely welcoming setting.Add Hygge To Your Home With Candles Our home has a few advantages when it comes to a cozy atmosphere. Our ceilings are the standard height, so the lower ... continue reading...
Free iPhone Screensaver
Well, I'm a bit late sharing this Free iPhone Screensaver post and so my apologies. Not sure how it happened that we are almost halfway through the month of February. Anywhoo, did I mention that I'm enjoying this pretty photo of my hydrangeas this month and I hope you like it as much as I do? Free iPhone Screensaver for February *This post contains affiliate linksSo, as of January, I started a monthly program in which I give away a free iPhone screensaver. I am a bit late ... continue reading...
9 DIY Valentine’s Day Ideas
Since Valentine's Day is drawing near, I thought why not round up my 9 DIY Valentine's Day Ideas. I thoroughly enjoyed creating these post and I hope they inspire you to celebrate this fun holiday of love. DIY Valentine's Day Ideas Well, let's waste no time and dig in to all my Valentine's Day posts. This is a round-up all crafts, recipes, table decor and decorating! ... continue reading...
Heart-Shaped Pancakes for Valentine’s Day
We had one mission this past weekend, to make Heart-Shaped Pancakes! You see most evenings we watch one episode of The Great British Baking Show and the other day they had to make 12 identical lace pancakes. Well, my husband and I were totally up for this technical challenge, and we were pleasantly surprised by the results.Ok, these heart-shaped pancakes may look amazing but don't be intimidated. I'm here to let you know that they are so easy to make. If we can make them, then you can make ... continue reading...
How to Bring Hygge Into Your Home
Have you ever wondered How to Bring Hygge into Your Home? Well, today is your lucky day. My friends and I have joined forces to bring you this post. And just maybe we will inspire you this winter to add a bit of cozy into your home. Saturday Homes Series 1I'm so delighted to announce that I have a new blog series with my sweet friends. Ashley | Modern Glam Rhonda | Hallstrom Home Leslie | My 100 Year Old Home Every Saturday we will be coming together in a weekly post and sharing our ... continue reading...
DIY Heart Wreath Tutorial
This DIY Heart Wreath Tutorial was inspired by one of my trips into the San Francisco Flower Market. I spied one of these cute heart wreaths at a vendor's shop, and I had to make one. This wreath is seriously an easy project and perfect for Valentine's Day. DIY Heart Wreath Tutorial If you like wreaths and you decorate for Valentine's Day, then you will probably want to make this vintage style wreath. And this craft doesn't get any easier than this DIY heart wreath tutorial! ... continue reading...
How to Hygge for Spring with Flowers
How to Hygge for Spring with Flowers is a post that so needs to be published. And what better person to do that than me! I adore anything flowers, so I rounded up some of my favorite floral bouquets to inspire you.Have you heard of Hygge? Yes, you don't need your glasses you read the word correctly. Well, hopefully, I can shed light on what it is exactly. Also, maybe we both will have a better understanding of this term and how it relates to your home. Btw, this floral bouquet is from my ... continue reading...
Dyeing Fabric with Avocados Skins and Pits
When I was looking for a pillow project and deciding on my material, I came across Dyeing Fabric with Avocados: Skins and Pits. Did you know that avocados create a beautiful pale pink dye that is so pretty on cotton material? I'll show you how easy it is to dye cloth in this post.Dyeing Fabric with Avocados Skins and Pits Yes, you heard right, in this post, I'm dyeing fabric with avocados. I used avocados to dye my cotton material, and it is a gorgeous pale pink color. So, if you have some ... continue reading...
Magnetic Hanging Jewelry Organizer DIY
Is your jewelry all strewn in a drawer? Well, my niece asked if I could design magnetic Hanging Jewelry Organizer DIY so she could display her jewelry on her bedroom wall. So, I got busy and created a cute organizer that has the prettiest holders with a little sparkle. ... continue reading...
5 Reasons My Crate and Barrel Sofa is the Best on the Market
Since so many people ask me about my Crate and Barrel sofa, I thought what better time to talk about this great piece of furniture. I must mention that this is not a sponsored review it is a genuine sofa review which include my own experience with the couch.*The following post contains affiliate links ... continue reading...
Raspberry Filled Valentine’s Heart Cookie Recipe
Do you need a Raspberry Filled Valentine's Heart Cookie Recipe? These heart-shaped cookies are the perfect dessert for Valentine's Day. ... continue reading...
Best Tuna Casserole Recipe
This the Best Tuna Casserole Recipe that we have made for years. This recipe is my husband's comfort food and there is nothing like a warm yummy old fashioned tuna casserole for dinner. ... continue reading...
Amy’s Special Cornbread Recipe
This Special Cornbread recipe comes from my mom, Amy's recipe collection. It has only six ingredients that make it so simple to make. You'll want to enjoy it with a bowl of soup or a warm bowl of chili. ... continue reading...
