Find summer table and centerpiece inspiration with themes and ideas ranging from nautical, seaside, tropical, woodland, pollinator-inspired, tropical, patriotic and fresh-from-the-garden for your outdoor entertaining and dining. You’ll find DIY floral arrangements, flower arranging tips, creative centerpiece ideas and seasonal decorating inspiration for summer entertaining. Happy Thursday! I think alfresco or outdoor dining is at…
From winter citrus and spring bulbs to sunflowers, harvest hues, and Christmas cheer—this review and year of flowers highlights seasonal DIY arrangements, table centerpieces, and tips for making blooms last longer! You’ll find additional floral inspiration from my Monday Morning Blooms’ friends. 💐 Happy January and New Year! Thank you for your visits and kind…
Celebrate summer peaches with this moist loaf cake, topped with a sweet streusel layer and drizzled with a vanilla glaze. Perfect to enjoy with your morning coffee, afternoon tea or any time you slice it! Happy Monday! Summer is winding down with Labor Day approaching but the season still has some sweetness left to offer…
Beat the heat and enjoy the flavors of Earl Grey Tea in a no-churn ice cream in four easy steps! Ideal for a sweet summer teatime treat, no ice cream maker required! You’ll also find a refreshing cold-brew tea and summer tea inspiration from my Tea on Tuesday friends. Welcome to the August edition of…
Happy Sunday! Here’s a weekend waterview from Lake Norman. The Dog Days of Summer are behind us according to the calendar, but the dog days last through mid-September for Lola and Sophie.🐾🐾
Welcome August with sunflowers and find a method and tips to create a Wine Bottle Bouquet, for gifting or celebrating! You’ll also find steps to create an easy pocket napkin fold, and additional floral inspiration from my Monday Morning Blooms friends. Happy Monday! It’s one of my favorite days of the month, when I join…
Create an umbrella for your hummingbird feeder with this simple and affordable hack! This easy DIY takes less than 5 minutes and serves as a weather guard for your feeder, providing shade from the sun and preventing rain from diluting your hummingbird nectar. Happy August! Are you a hummingbird lover? I always look forward the…
Put your freezer to work instead of the oven, and cool off with this frosty no-bake dessert! Equal parts creamy and tart, with frozen lemonade imparting a concentrated lemony flavor, this easy pie features a gingersnap cookie crust. You’ll also find alternative no-bake cookie crust options. Happy Friday! How about a no-bake frozen dessert for…
Serve up some CharcuTEArie in teacups . . . a pretty and festive way to serve individual portions of charcuterie! Endlessly customizable for a tea party, shower or gathering and an easy way to entertain. You’ll also find a favorite and refreshing tea for summer and hibiscus tea cocktail. Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the July…
Plant some vintage charm in your garden by upcycling an old bicycle to garden on wheels! You’ll find steps and tips to plant bicycle baskets with flowers. Happy Friday! I’m sharing a fun project and a little gardening on wheels. . . petals for pedals and planting a vintage bicycle!