After clearing away the excess sparkle of Christmas my mantel sat bare for a few weeks. Soon after my thoughts turned to February and romance. I decided to create A Romantic Jane Austen Inspired Mantel.  A Romantic Jane Austen Inspired Mantel Many of you know from this past year’s Halloween creation that I adore Jane Austen. She is, in my opinion, one of the most romantic writers in the world. I recently found an entire set of Jane Austen novels at a second-hand bookstore. Their ... View the Post

Several eagle-eyed readers noticed two stockings hung with care during Part II of my recent Christmas Home Tour. Inquiries were made if I had created them or if they were purchased. I did make them and it was fairly easy Creating Stockings from Antique Lace and Vintage Doilies. Creating Stockings from Antique Lace and Vintage Doilies When I began planning the turquoise and peacock theme for the living and dining room I looked for stockings in that color palette but came up empty-handed. ... View the Post

It's always wonderful when you can multitask during the holiday season.  Tomorrow I am hosting several lovely ladies for a cookie exchange.  I always love to include flowers and greenery in my tablescapes. In keeping with the theme, I created individual floral arrangements in tiny baking cups. Deck The Halls with a Festive Floral Gift. Deck The Halls with a Festive Floral Gift Each arrangement took less than 5 minutes to create.  First cut a block of florist oasis to fit the paper ... View the Post