Sweet Guy is on spring break this week. Alas, we will be home for most of it so I wanted to make the best of it. What could be more festive than a St. Patrick’s Day Decor themed table? St. Patrick’s Day Decor Using the colors of the Irish flag for inspiration I started with an Irish linen tablecloth with floral embroidery in shades of orange and green. Ireland is filled with “Happy Villages” so I thought I would use my china pattern, The Friendly Village. The green glassware was ... View the Post
DIY Wee Springtime/Easter Putz Cottages
This past weekend I needed a bit of glitter in my life so I created a DIY Wee Springtime/Easter Putz Cottages. I’ve done Putz Christmas houses many times prior but this was my first attempt at making springtime versions. DIY Wee Springtime/Easter Putz Cottages You can purchase Putz kits on Etsy and also make your own with medium weight chipboard and a variety of printables that you can find HERE. I have a Silhouette Cameo and they also have mini house templates you can create. Dyeing ... View the Post
Trash to Treasure Valentine Treats
A few weeks ago I talked about how I was making valiant attempts to clean my office/ sewing/craft room. Honestly, it’s going to take me some time. But I recently created some sweet treats from things I almost decided to throw away. Here is my Trash to Treasure Valentine Treats. Trash to Treasure Valentine Treats If you are a crafter you no doubt have bits and bobs of things sitting in boxes, tins, and folders. As I was cleaning I came across vintage doily placemats torn beyond traditional ... View the Post
Easy Raspberry Orange Trifle
If you are searching for a fast, easy and delicious Valentine’s Day dessert look no further. Delicious and Easy Raspberry Orange Trifle can be put together in under 15 minutes. Easy Raspberry Orange Trifle Here are the simple ingredients: 1 package of soft ladyfingers (I found mine in the Kroger bakery department) 1 cup of good raspberry jam The zest of one orange (used as a garnish if you desire) 1 cup of orange juice 1/2 cup of Grand Marnier liqueur 2 cups of fresh raspberries 1 ... View the Post
Regency Era Valentine Tea
It’s always such fun to plan a ladies' tea party. I find that it’s so much easier if you select a theme. Since I had decorated my house for Valentine’s Day with touches of Jane Austen a Regency Era Valentine Tea party seemed perfect. Regency Era Valentine Tea I knew that taking tea in the Regency Era could be both a simple affair … Afternoon Tea for Three (also known as A Stirring Conversation) by Charles Soulacroix …or one that was completely elaborate. I aimed for something ... View the Post
Romantic Regency Valentine Favors
Happy first day of February! Have you started adding any romantic touches to your home? Last week I shared areas in Storybook Cottage that I have decorated HERE and HERE. Today I am sharing a craft that helped transform the dining area into a heartfelt haven. Romantic Regency Valentine Favors. Romantic Regency Valentine Favors First I must start out by apologizing. I had meant for this to be a step by step tutorial. Then, my computer died and the new replacement computer has been a total ... View the Post
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