I’m celebrating winter in the Potting Shed with snowmen. . . Both inside and out! Snowy white & wise owls have flown the coop to make way for snowmen. . . And while the weather outside is frightful, snowmen make winter dining more delightful. A bucket of Ol’ Man Winter’s Road Salt is filled for ice…
I’m sending hearts your way in the form of Nutella-filled cream cheese hand pies, perfect for Valentine’s Day and to share with your sweetheart! I used my favorite pie crust recipe with cream cheese for these heart hand pies. The dough comes together quickly in the food processor and you can make it a day ahead,…
I’m looking for the beauty in winter while we’re surrounded by shades of gray and a blanket of fog. While there is nothing prettier than clear blue water reflecting blue skies, there’s something mysterious and a little magical about the quiet beauty and winter landscape of the lake. Especially in the early morning when the light is just starting…
The forecast is for chili weather and I’ve been looking for new recipes. I found one for Smoky Turkey and Sweet Potato Chili that I could make in my slow cooker in my January issue of Southern Living magazine which appealed to me for two reasons: 1. I made a new year’s resolution to blow…
I’m at the table with birds of a feather and Belmont Round Red Leaves Dinnerware in the Gourmet Basics Collection by Mikasa. Gourmet Basics by Mikasa Belmont stoneware is available in a prism of colors~ blue, green, black, and red. Plates are available in both a round, traditional shape or a square shape for a modern interpretation for…
I’m pulling out the red and gold and some blooming inspiration for a table for Valentine’s Day! With Valentine’s Day a month away and my 5th blogging anniversary on January 15th, it seemed fitting to celebrate with a dinnerware giveaway to help romance bloom on your table for Valentine’s Day! In celebration, I’m giving away a 20…
Are you looking for some pigskin playoff food or gearing up for the Super Bowl? I’m always looking for an excuse to celebrate anything with a potato and Food Network Magazine (FNM) came up with 32 potato skins toppings to match each NFL team which makes watching football a little more palatable for me! We noshed on…
Brrrr. . .Baby it’s cold outside, but perfect weather if you’re a snowman or snow woman! After the Christmas sprucing of the porch and taking down the tree, my back door of my Potting Shed looked cold and barren and in need of a little winter love. Years ago I saw a grapevine snowman wreath in Southern Living magazine. Various…
A little winter sunrise and waterview to kick off your weekend . . . Hope you’re staying warm & cozy in your nest!
Happy New Year! Thanks to ALL for your visits, comments, shares and pins in 2014! I’m sharing my Potting Shed 2014 year in review, where I puttered and played more than potted. I did find a little inspiration for some projects as well as an excuse to celebrate the seasons and holidays. Here is a recap and highlights…