The seaglass used in all the artwork has been collected from the shores of the Sea of Japan. It is collected by my family and we spend hours designing with it. I am Carolina born and raised by the Atlantic Ocean. The treasures and finds along the sea are so magical . The prints are …
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even the dull and ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they …
Winter is coming and it is time to remember your feathered friends. I love putting out birdseed and suet , watching the birds come in to feed. Their songs can brighten anyone’s day. In my yard, I have such a variety of birds that visit. I don’t have a favorite as each on them are …
Last year, I received an adorable Christmas gift. It was a framed old vintage red truck with led lights shining in its wreath and headlights. It graced my mantel and I didn’t want to pack it away after the holidays. Guests loved it and all wondered where I got it. So I asked my friend …
Pecans are a staple in many recipes. To ensure you have the best quality nuts for your next dish, harvest pecans as they drop from the trees. Do not wait and try to harvest them all at one time at the end of the season. “Harvest your pecans promptly for best quality. Don’t let them …
1. Try everything twice. On one woman’s tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph: “Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!” 2. Keep only cheerful friends. The grouches pull you down. (Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!) 3. Keep learning. Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever… …
‘Tis the season for apple picking — and along with it comes the smell of cinnamon and spices. And don’t forget caramel with all types of sprinkles, nuts and chocolate bits. Apples , apples, apples. Remember learning that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. What is so special about this beautiful fruit ? . …
September is apple time. My apple tree is full of little apples this year. And when I think of back to school, I think of apples. September brings us warm and cozy scents, colors of reds, yellows and greens . What has all those wonderful colors…….Apples! They way they smell, the way they crunch, the way …
Hydrangeas are the quintessential romantic summer bloom!!! Their big, moppy heads and little clusters of flowers are iconic! A bountiful bouquet of them cut and arranged on a table is pure heaven. Hydrangeas are one of the best loved flowers around! But like many things, these dramatic beauties can be a little bit of a …
Succulents are a drought-resistant plant, and oneof the more popular and well-known varieties isthe basic aloe plant. The leaves and tubers of succulentsare generally fleshy and water-filled. The best part of using succulents in your garden or home is they are easy to maintain, and even themost-unsuccessful gardeners can attain a flourishing crop of plants …
In Carolina on any given summer day, you are likely to find a mess of corn still in its husk at your back door. Carolina is known for its agricultural and farming . The best agricultural colleges in the states are in North Carolina . And one thing you learn is always plant more …
1. Try everything twice.On one woman’s tombstone she said she wanted this epitaph:“Tried everything twice. Loved it both times!” 2. Keep only cheerful friends.The grouches pull you down.(Keep this in mind if you are one of those grouches!) 3. Keep learning.Learn more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever… Never let the brain get …
A simple and fun way to add a decorative touch is a Mason jar herb garden. Most herbs are extremely easy to grow and growing them in a jar is easy peazy as long as you provide plenty of light and proper drainage. A couple of herb garden Mason jars tucked into a bookshelf or resting in …
Spring is officially here ! And it has put me in the mood to change the look of patio furniture. What better way than to update cushions and pillows. I have so many pillows and they are still in very good shape. This year I decided I would make Pillow Wraps to add to them . They add …
Imagine a room filled with 55,000 chocolate Easter Eggs wrapped in purple foil all ready for delivery. The smell of peanut butter and cream cheese together with melted chocolate . That is what you will find at the Kernersville First Presbysterian Church each Easter season. Volunteers from the church begin the Lenten season hand dipping chocolate …
Chocolate lovers, it is time once again to celebrate. January 10 is annually recognized as National Bittersweet Chocolate Day. Bittersweet chocolate is chocolate liquor to which sugar, cocoa butter and vanilla have been added. It does have less sugar and more liquor than semisweet chocolate. Unlike milk chocolate or white chocolate, it does not …
Do you need a silhouette cameo machine ? Do you like crafts and creating ? Do you always need another monogram ? If you answer yes, you just might want to invest in a cameo. Sewing has always been a passion for me. When I retired, I invested into an embroidery machine and began the …
On a cold winters day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day, which is celebrated annually on January 8 th. More and more people are celebrating this national holiday. So much so greeting card companies have cards to send your favorite people celebrating the …
We are getting ready for the first snow in the Carolinas. 2017. And they promise it will be a big one. To a East Coast Carolina Girl, any snow is big . The water and bread shortage has begun and the snow doesn’t arrive until midnight. Other necessities like wine, movies, evaporated milk and sugar …
There is a feel of Autumn approaching. Fogs across the fields in the morning and leaves falling from the trees. Nights cool quickly and the warmth from the fire pit feels perfect. It’s never too early for cheesecake and this recipe is a hit with a cup of coffee sitting by the fire. And it …