Holidays, Christmas in July, A Few Favorite Things
Is is hot 🔥 where you are? It’s pretty steamy in the South, let’s cool off with some Christmas in July! I have rounded up some favorite ideas… By thinking ahead, starting projects, and collecting recipe ideas, We won’t be overwhelmed! When the holidays are upon … Continue reading
Holidays, Happy Birthday USA!
🇺🇸 Happy birthday USA! 🇺🇸 So many events have been cancelled this year Yesterday morning didn’t seem right without our annual community 4th of July parade But with family together at the beach house We are enjoying life’s little pleasures … Continue reading
Recipe Box, Lazy Day Grape Salad
I have shared this recipe before, but its so perfect for summer meals and gatherings, it’s worth sharing again… Grapes are wonderful on their own of course by the handful or perhaps a glass of wine They are a delicious addition to salad Modern Waldorf Salad Even baked on a flatbread! Figgy Bleu Focaccia with … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Watercolor Chrysanthemums
I did this painting for the Doodlewash June challenge the prompt was “chrysanthemums” My inspiration photo is by Jerry Wang on Unsplash here I loved the blurred background and the crisp edges of the one bloom in focus I did the background first by laying down … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Keeping Cool with Watermelon
Let’s cool off with some watermelon today With higher temperatures on the way Watermelon is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day! I set a watermelon table for 2 It’s full of watermelon slices and has a … Continue reading
Fearless Friday, Hibiscus in a Blue Pot
Happy Friday! I am continuing to explore the wet in wet technique we discussed last week I find it fascinating to let the colors blend on their own and watch wonderful effects appear on the paper This painting, “Future Raisins” was painted for the Doodlewash May prompt of raisins … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Tray
I love having fresh flowers in and around my home At the beach house we have beautiful hibiscus and begonias But nothing to cut for arrangements… When HHjr brought home an array of beautiful produce, I thought, well, I can’t make a flower arrangement but I can make a vegetable … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Dishes, Fishes & Wishes
Playing with fishes and dishes today And wishing the Corona Virus would go away… Nothing beats a little color therapy to brighten the mood Make your spaces colorful, try not to worry and brood… Bright place settings … Continue reading
Tablescapes, Beach Bunny Carrot Brunch
Two weeks ago, after much debate about the current situation, my son, his boys, and I packed up our cars and headed to the beach house Originally they planned to stay a week, but as things escalated and kept changing, 1 week turned into 2… Yesterday, our governor issued Stay … Continue reading
Home Decor, Spring Fever
Today I rounded up some of my favorite Spring crafts, centerpieces and vignettes to give you ideas for bringing Spring into your home right now!! This MacCarrot door swag, so named because of it’s MacKenzie Childs inspiration, is a fun project that can be hung on a door or wall It’s … Continue reading
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