I had the incredible opportunity to see the Seven Sisters which are located just south of the White Cliffs of Dover in Sussex, England from a boat out at sea. I saw them a few years ago with my good friend Brittney, my late grandfather and my parents. It was the most beautiful coastline I’d …
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I’ve been to all sorts of afternoon teas and they are one of my favorite things to do. From afternoon teas in England, Scotland, on cruise ships, in the USA and others that I’ve hosted at my home, they are easily my favorite type of party—and sometimes you just want an easy tea party. Today …
21+ Mother’s Day Craft Ideas for Kids These easy and cute Mother’s Day craft ideas for kids are perfect for Mother’s Day gifts to make for moms and grandmothers. 1. Mother’s Day Handprint Flowers – Super easy to make and sure to be a beautiful keepsake. Includes a free printable. 2. Mother’s Day Fingerprint Art …
I love to put together tablescapes and parties for friends and family. Lately, I’ve been experimenting with using paper plates with designs on them instead of always setting out china. I love the pop of color that the paper plates add to my tablescape designs! I appreciate the easy clean up paper plates provide as …
Looking for thoughtful yet affordable Mother’s Day gifts? Here is a round-up of 17 Easy and Inexpensive Mother’s Day Gift ideas to show Mom your appreciation. From DIY crafts to heartfelt gestures, find inspiration to make her day special. 1. DIY Deluxe Pedicure Gift Box – This pedicure box would be great for most women …
Outdoor Planter Spring Faux Floral Arrangements. I made these arrangements for our front porch decor this spring (2022). I like to switch up our decor and reuse items that we already have to make things that are new. I really like the way they turned out and only cost me a few dollars each. For …
I love Norway! My late step-grandmother is from there and some of her family still lives there. She and my grandpa would rave about Norway’s beautiful scenery. So, last year we visited! Read about the Must See’s of a Norwegian Cruise here. I saw these plates, napkins and cherry napkin rings and thought that they …
I saw these darling horse statues at Ikea for $2.00 each and I wanted to incorporate them into my springtime front door decorations. Secretariat, widely known as the world’s fastest most resilient horse, is amazing! I named this front door decor after him. I found eucalyptus pots at Ikea for $5.00 each and I put …
21+ Easy DIY Spring Wreaths Spring is finally here, and I couldn’t be more excited. Here are 27 easy Spring wreath ideas you can make to add instant charm to your home. 1. Rose Wispy Grapevine Wreath – This is a great wreath for Valentine’s Day, spring, summer, and/or any time you need a wreath with …
I am constantly trying to find ways to celebrate Jesus Christ’s Resurrection with my family each Easter. I found a darling double banner with “He Is Risen” on one strand and with lilies on the other and bought it. I was going to put it on our mantel… Then I was gifted a pot of …
I love to make sourdough bread, french bread, and sandwich bread as well as homemade jams, jellies, and flavored honey butter for my family, friends, and neighbors. I usually gift loaves of bread, jam, honey, or butter weekly to a friend, family member, or neighbor with each batch of bread that I make. I gift …