enjoying a relaxed cottage style life
Another Change is Coming In part of their "Spring Cleaning" of features and services Google had been offering (you can read about the some 70 features Google will be discontinuing here), Google Reader will be retired July 1, 2013. This is important news to those of you who love to keep up with their favorite blogs through RSS feeds. The … [Read more...]
Labeling Photos I have been having fun learning how to use Pixlr to add an opaque band with text to identify the content of a post in some of my pages. If you click on DIY and Cottage Garden you will find some of my handi-work. I am becoming more aware that getting posts organized is so very important to find certain posts and to find out how … [Read more...]
How to Add Glitter Effect Mouse Pointer or Fairy Dust My greatest desire for my blog is that it be an enjoyable place to visit. I want all things to come together, the pictures, text, music and bits of whimsy to be pleasing to my visitors. One of these elements is called the Glitter Effect Mouse Pointer or Fairy Dust. Over time I have … [Read more...]
Painted and Lace Mason Jars Versatile and Decorative Storage Mason jars are so easy to find - at garage sales, thrift stores, and just about any store. I have boxes full of Mason jars of all sizes in our cellar. They can function as vases, votives and as storage. I decided to follow some examples I found in … [Read more...]
Making Cold Process Soap I shared with you a while back that I was given the opportunity to review a book on soap making entitled, "The Natural Soap Chef" by Heidi Corley Barto. I have been very pleased with the format of this book. It is easy to read, easy to follow and quite detailed in the process of making soap. As Heidi wrote in her … [Read more...]
Learning From My Mistakes this is a capture of part of my first post, not too bad, but looking over the past posts I seeproblems that were caused by my posting method I did not understand at the timeWhen I began blogging over two years ago, every little step was a learning experienceand that is still the case today. Recently, I learned that … [Read more...]
How to Make a Grab Button You've tackled and conquered creating your own blog. You've figured out how to make your own Blog Header. Now, you want others to stay connected with you - to advertise your blog! You want to create a Grab Button! You can do this in a few easy steps. Designing a Grab Button can be … [Read more...]
AntiquedVerdigris 3rd Thursday - Thrifting/Crafting: I have been wanting to create a decorative look to my Four Seasons cast-concrete statues situated in their new home. I moved them from the northeast corner of the garden, the new White Garden, to the brick parterre garden on the west-side. I love … [Read more...]
Well, it now appears that Google Friends Connect is still working – not going away. That is good. I had, in my opinion, cluttered my sidebar with every means I found to allow you to stay connected. Some efforts were redundant I discovered. I am constantly learning. I will keep Linky Follow – I am quite impressed with it – I have … [Read more...]
4th Thursday - Thrifting/Crafts: Creating Headers and Buttons With My Memories Suite And Photo Editing Sites I have received a number of compliments on my latest headers and buttons. There are some very creative and very talented folks who can create wonderful blog headers, buttons and … [Read more...]
I am living my dream. Blessed with a wonderful husband I call Dearest and three amazing children, plus an awesome son-in-law, I find joy in creating a Delightsome life for us all. Now an 'Empty Nester', I find my passions in decorating, gardening, crafting, cooking and woven throughout the fabric of my life is my faith in God and my LORD Jesus Christ. Click here to contact me.
