enjoying a relaxed cottage style life
It is cold and rainy today in Central Georgia, but in my kitchen, these Cherry Blossoms are making it quite cheery. I took a few branches and divided them amongst two vintage buckets I have. Love their patina. I placed these buckets in the corner of my kitchen. I had to cut some of the smaller branches and not wanting to lose a single bud … [Read more...]
Anchor Hocking Storage Jar I have shared this corner of my kitchen several times - showing the changes in decor throughout the seasons and holidays - this is one thing I always remove while taking pictures - that is before I painted it. It was one of those 'aha!' moments. I didn't think a large jar full of granola bars, crackers and cookies … [Read more...]
Debbie Doo is doing a special challenge this week in her Copy Cat Party. Recognizing that we are inspired by each other, she expanded the party to include inspirations we find from fellow bloggers or from Pinterest. ********* This worked out very well for me this week. I had been changing things in part of my kitchen and there was one spot … [Read more...]
French Bottle RackFrench country is the underlying decorating theme in my kitchen. I was thrilled a few years back when my neighbor commented that my kitchen looked like it was a Provencal kitchen. I change the decor out seasonally, but the underlying elements of French Country remain. The walls are a sunny yellow, blue and red accents, dried … [Read more...]
Favorite Projects 2011 For her Wow Us Wednesday blog party, Kim at Savvy Southern Style asked that those interested in participating submit their favorite project or room redo for 2011. Looking back, I am thankful for blogging in that I have been able to keep track of those things I have done over this past year. It is hard … [Read more...]
Lighting I was noticing while visiting my friend Maria’s home that she had some type of lighting on nearly every tabletop in her home. I filed this away in my memory to revisit. The soft-light ambiance created by these small lamps, electric candles and even Christmas … [Read more...]
What is it? My heart is just tripping over with joy and laughter. So pleased with myself, I held up the two pumpkins I had just made and shared with you all. First to my daughter. Quizzical look. What is it? Can’t you tell? No. Pumkins. Aren’t Pumpkins supposed to be orange? It’s decorative – I … [Read more...]
Distinguishing Elements of Style A look at Country French Can you tell by looking at a decorated room the style the owner was attempting to portray? I think that certain styles are easily distinguished. Shabby Chic timeworn look, soft, pastel colors, feminine, cottons and linens, … [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.
