Home Decor, Fresh Vignettes
Something unexpected happened a few days ago, so I will be taking some time off this week
The Painted Apron launched in August 2012, so I would like to celebrate my “blogiversary” by re-sharing some of my first posts this week…
My “city” kitchen is neutral with black and white accents. This is a great background for introducing just about any color
My favorite pop is red so when a thoughtful friend brought by some of her beautiful home grown tomatoes I made lots of plans for them
These beauties are currently hanging out on my kitchen island as a centerpiece. I have photographed them, eventually I will paint them and we will definitely eat them! The palette of black, white & red goes beautifully with touches of purple and green
I think I’ll make a Summer Slab Tomato Pie…no, Eggplant Parmigiana Pizza…..no, Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad …..decisions, decisions!
This “vegetable tower” centerpiece was made for a party at DD’s over the weekend. It was the perfect decoration for a summer party, set in the center of a large buffet table laden with platters of food. I did a mock up at home to make sure I had everything I needed
I used artichokes, pink eyed peas, cilantro, garlic, kale, tomatoes, parsley and peppers with a basil plant on top
I kept the color pops of red to a minimum so the overall look was mostly green, and would not compete with the actual food being served
I did this about three hours before the party, and radish tops and the parsley got a little wilty, so keep the delicates in the fridge and add them at the last minute
The large kale leaves were a great feature for the base
This vignette with watermelon, okra, jalapenos, and garden cherry tomatoes looks so summery and tempting
These tomatoes and banana peppers from my neighbors garden inspired this Garden Tomatoes cutting board
Great summer sale in my Society 6 Shop August 5 and 6
25% off everything!!
I will be back as soon as possible, because I will miss you, and sharing with you is such a joy for me…
Jenna
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I will be joining these fabulous parties and blogs:
Dishing it & Digging it, Happiness is Homemade Between Naps on the Porch,
Merry Monday Make it Pretty Monday Celebrate and Decorate,
Delicious Dishes Recipe Party Oh My Heartsie Girl Full Plate Thursday
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Jenna, I hope everyone and everything is ok! Happy !blogaversary. I share an anniversary with you this month. Take care!
Happy Bloganniversary Jenna! Grateful for your talent and inspiration. Hope all is well.
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We may have both been blogging in 2012 but I didn’t discover you till later, so this is extra fun. Happiest of blog anniversaries. I’m delighted you started blogging and that you have maintained this wonderful, fun and inspiring place for so long!
Unexpected is always concerning. I hope everything will be all right.
Happy Blog Anniversary!
Hope all is well, Jenna.
Happy Blogaversary, Jenna! You are an inspiration to all of us and we’re grateful you’ve been part of our lives through all these years! Take care.
Rosie
Take care, Jenna, hope that all will be well again soon. Happy Blogiversary!
I so enjoy sharing through your blog. It’s funny how we get to know one another through words and pictures.
Beautiful arrangement of decor and art. Sending the very best to you.
Jenna, always fun to bring out the “oldies” and your vignettes should be shared again and again. Hope everything is alright…….Hugs.
Jenna, hope all is well but understand the privacy too. I love the fruits and veggies and you are so talented.
Hope all is ok Jenna! Will miss you, but understand! Happy Blogiversary!
Happy bloganniversary. Hoping all is well with you and your family.
Happy Blogging Anniversary! You are so inspiring with every post.
I think my anniversary might be coming up too. Better check on that.
I hope everything is okay with you. Thinking of you and wishing you all the best. Happy Blogiversary!