Happy Sunday, friends! I’m sharing a February Weekend Waterview from Lake Norman. Our weather has been all over the map this month—steam-fog mornings, snow, ice, and finally some welcome sunshine peeking through. One morning I spotted a Red-shouldered Hawk perched proudly on our dock post, made even more striking against the soft, foggy backdrop. He…
Save time in the kitchen with these easy recipes that make the most of your food processor — from cakes and cookies to pesto, scones, and no-bake treats. Happy Monday! I’m sharing the hardest-working appliance in my kitchen. . . the food processor! While the food processor is best known for chopping vegetables and nuts,…
Celebrate the cozy ritual of tea with a winter giveaway featuring Victoria: The Art of Tea Recipes & Rituals and a Snow Day Sips Winter Tea sampler. From smooth, citrus-kissed black tea to calming herbal blends and dessert-inspired flavors, this giveaway is all about slowing down, savoring the moment, and enjoying tea as a daily…
Create a cozy Valentine table with supermarket flowers styled into a romantic, long-lasting centerpiece—plus a blooming wine bottle bouquet that turns a favorite bottle of bubbles into an easy Valentine or Galentine gift. Happy February! Welcome to Monday Morning Blooms, our monthly flower series where we share seasonal arrangements, simple techniques, and the joy of…
When winter brings snow, ice, and gray days, the birds remind us to slow down and find joy in the season. From easy DIY bird feeders and cozy winter nesting décor to whimsical tables and tea-time treats, this winter birding roundup celebrates the simple pleasures of feeding, watching, and decorating with our feathered friends. Winter…
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be traditional to be meaningful. This heartfelt winter table brings together whimsical snowmen, cheerful cardinals, cozy layers, and sparkling red accents—celebrating love, cherished memories, and the joy of surrounding yourself with things you love all winter long. Happy Tuesday! I love putting together a table or centerpiece to add a…
Looking for Valentine’s Day table inspiration? Explore 16+ DIY centerpieces and tablescapes—from romantic and whimsical to cozy and creative—perfect for celebrating with friends, family, or someone special. I love putting together a table or centerpiece to add some fun and whimsy to celebrate the holidays! With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, I’m sharing…
Discover love at first sip with inspiration to celebrate Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day with a cozy Tea on Tuesdays table. ☕❤️ You find chocolate-infused black tea, vintage red transferware, easy store-bought treats, and winter table inspiration designed for sharing with friends and family. Welcome to January’s edition of Tea on Tuesdays, our monthly celebration of…
Join me for a look back at a year of flower therapy, gardening inspiration, and seasonal creativity around the Potting Shed. From DIY seed tape and free hydrangeas to peonies, pumpkins, pollinators, and whimsical tabletop gardening, this year-in-review celebrates the joy of growing, creating, and finding beauty in every season. Happy Thursday! How about a…
A Winter Nesting Tree extends the twinkle season with bird ornaments, snowy nests, pinecones, and soft white lights — a cozy way to brighten the house in January and February. Happy Monday, I hope you’re staying warm and cozy! I’m continuing the tradition of our Winter Nesting Tree this year, which honestly, I look forward…