Hello dear friends! Are you making plans for a springtime celebration? I made A Tiered Tray of Springtime Treats. A Tiered Tray of Springtime Treats I haven’t been visiting blogs very much this past month because I have been working as an intern at a museum. This is part of a requirement for my upcoming college graduation. The intern site is fantastic. My intern mentor and other co-workers have been really wonderful and I wanted to say “Thank you!” to everyone. The gang really ... View the Post
Favorite Easter Ideas 2017
It’s hard to believe that Easter is just three weeks away. A few years ago my kids told me to “Stop it with the Easter baskets and hunts Mom.” Sniff, boohoo. I am a firm believer that Easter baskets can be for everyone. I wouldn’t say “No” if any of these Favorite Easter Ideas 2017 showed up at my front door. Favorite Easter Ideas 2017 I might just need to plant some wheatgrass. A vintage book and watering can? Yes, please! I also would truly love a drawer full of ... View the Post
Lovely Ideas and Recipes for an Easter Tea
I adore hosting spring teas. I am always on the lookout for Lovely Ideas and Recipes for an Easter Tea. Lovely Ideas and Recipes for an Easter Tea Today’s post will include a few tried and true recipes as well as some new ideas that I am eager to try. Give me all the floral and egg garlands. Strawberry Tea Sandwiches look so yummy and are easy to prepare. I love a good lemon tart and these are so pretty! For warmer days doesn’t this Iced Raspberry Mint Tea look ... View the Post
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day! Because of a busy schedule this year I created small, simple vignettes here at Storybook Cottage. I used Grandma Jingles’ collection of antique Valentines and ostrich feathers. Happy Valentine’s Day! However, some groupings were accented with the pearl hearts that I shared yesterday. The entire family will enjoy the holiday with a simple pasta dinner. We will probably enjoy it in the cozy kitchen. How will you celebrate? Laura ... View the Post
DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts
These DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts are so easy to make and add the perfect finishing touch to romantic décor. The Supplies Wooden Heart Shapes Craft Paint in shades of white Craft Glue (I apply it with an old paintbrush.) Pearls (I used a combination of vintage and new pearls.) DIY Pretty Pearl Hearts For a smooth finish, you could sand the hearts. I was in a hurry and didn’t. I simply applied a layer of white, then champagne colored, paint. Some of the hearts were drilled ... View the Post
Front Door Valentine Décor
I love to use the softer shades of Valentine’s Day when decorating my home. This even includes the front door. Here is my Front Door Valentine Décor. Front Door Valentine Décor Back in December I had found this wonderful vintage inspired post box. It was filled with holly and pine clippings from the yard and accented the greenery with eucalyptus that was spray painted gold. However, I was ready for a change and thought a bit of romance was in order. Trying to use things I already owned ... View the Post
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