Today is the Fashionista’s birthday! A few weeks ago I asked her if she wanted to do anything special. She sent me the image below. So It’s A Pancake Party. It’s A Pancake Party A pancake party! Yes!!!! It seems fitting as she was born at 5:56 in the morning. Love the vintage syrup containers and happy canisters. I absolutely adore this happy paper and embroidery hoop mobile. You can view the full instructions HERE. A topping bar would be so much fun! How cute are these party ... View the Post
St Patricks Day Food and Fun
St. Patrick’s Day is sneaking up on me. I sat down last night to get inspired. Here is St Patricks Day Food and Fun. Long-time readers of my blog know I love out-of-the-box and inexpensive ideas. Repurposing sweaters as “vase warmers” yep, it’s a winner. St Patricks Day Food and Fun Indeed the entire scene is perfect for those who may not quite have a St. Paddy’s “spring” in their step. The paring of teal and kelly green is lovely. This idea made me happy and I just might steal ... View the Post
Graduation Celebration
Yesterday my eldest child and only daughter graduated from ASU. We had a Graduation Celebration! Graduation Celebration The evening before the ceremony we planned an intimate gathering to kick off the celebration. The school colors are deep red and gold. This was a stroke of luck for me since I knew that I probably wouldn’t have time to create yet another tablescape before Christmas Eve when we will host yet another (but substantially bigger) gathering. Heavy white damask napkins ... View the Post
Valentine Cookie Pop Topiary
Thank you all SO very much for your kind comments on the Valentine Bon Bon Boxes. Now, onto today’s tutorial, the Valentine Cookie Pop Topiary. Valentine Cookie Pop Topiary As promised I have the second part of the tutorial today. The “cookie pop” is oh so easy to make and completely adorable just on its own. You will need one box of double stuffed sandwich cookies, pink or white candy melt and lollipop sticks. I purchased all of the items at Wal Mart for around $5.00. You will also ... View the Post
Thinking Outside the Lunchbox Mommy Duel on the Playground
For many it’s that time of year again. The annual “What do I pack my kid for lunch?” blah’s. I used to have this same dilemma until I came across a few blogs that feature Bento lunchboxes. For those of you unfamiliar with the art of Bento, it is a single-portion meal originating in Japan. A traditional bento consists of rice, fish or meat, and one or more pickled or cooked vegetables, packed artistically in a box-shaped container. I will stop right here and let you know I DO NOT take it to ... View the Post
Moelleux au Chocolat et Casseroles de Cuivre
I adore chocolate. That is not a secret to anyone who knows me. While in France I made some wonderful Moelleux au Chocolat (chocolate lava cake). It was a bit of heaven when paired with the local fresh red raspberries. Here is how to make Moelleux au Chocolat et Casseroles de Cuivre Chocolate Lava Cakes and Copper Cookware. Moelleux au Chocolat et Casseroles de Cuivre Now you know how I love my copper! I wrote a post devoted entirely to the subject matter ... View the Post