Hooray for the Red, White & Blue!
Happy 4th of July!
Pineapple Salsa
Are hot dogs and hambugers part of your summer menu plans? Amp them up with pineapple salsa! Even though most people think Mexican and spicy when salsa is mentioned in the culinary world, it is actually a term used widely in other languages, meaning sauce This wonderful topping is so easy to make, you can … Continue reading
Pesto Parmesan Biscuit Bites
I love to keep a can or two of refrigerated biscuits on hand because they are not only delicious for breakfast, there are so many other ways to use them Pesto Parmesan Biscuit Bites are one of my favorites Canned biscuits, cut into pieces, and tossed with pesto and Parmesan cheese Couldn’t be easier and … Continue reading
Turn a lantern into a Centerpiece
There is no rule that a flower arrangement must be the main focus of your tablescape… Try mixing things up with something unexpected! Have some Hot Pink Fun in the Summertime! This is one of my favorite lanterns It’s very simple and lends itself to just about anything Here it is full of different textured … Continue reading
Flower Bouquet with Simple Shapes
I often say that drawing is simply a matter of combining shapes This simple bouquet really demonstrates the method I used this photo for my model {Pinterest, but no source} I liked it because it was easy to see the shapes of the flowers and leaves I began with a very light pencil sketch Then … Continue reading
BLT Pie
I think just about everyone loves a good BLT, so why not a BLT pie! I have made lots of tomato pies, a Southern summer favorite, and this one is topped with lettuce and loaded with the ever popular, Bacon HHjr planted “chocolate sprinkle cherry tomatoes,” their skin is sort of “dark chocolate green” They don’t actually … Continue reading
Red White & Blueberry Danish
We look forward to celebrating the 4th of July in the USA, with Fireworks, Flags, Grand Old Flag and Decorations Flip Flops, Firecrackers & Flags Even if you don’t celebrate the 4th of July, it’s fun to add red white & blue to your summer menu, like these Berry Pancake Stacks And this Red, White … Continue reading
Easy Breezy Summer Dips
Dips are always welcome at any type of gathering or a before dinner nosh In the summer, chances are you want something cool These dips will put a smile on everyone’s face, including yours, because they are so easy breezy to put together! Daisy Dip looks so pretty and as everyone starts to dive in, … Continue reading
Abstract Painting
When stress comes knocking at my door, I love to head to my studio and paint something abstract Abstract strokes are loose and free~ Just click on the painting titles for the full tutorials CC painted this with watercolor when she was 3… She was Fearless! Acrylic is my favorite medium, it allows me to … Continue reading











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