The Woven Stitch Some stitches whisper.The woven stitch? She speaks—softly, beautifully, with structure and soul. If you’re looking to add rich texture, visual interest, and a little “how did you do that?” energy to your needlepoint, the woven stitch deserves a front-row seat in your stitch vocabulary. Let’s break it down. What Is the Woven …
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Easter Egg Arrangements
One of my favorite things about Spring and Easter are the beautiful organic decorations and arrangements and vignette to be made! And the sweet, little Easter Egg arrangement I’m sharing today is my favorite. So easy to make and just think of all the fun possibilities! Group them together down the center of the table …
Pecans are Falling
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 …
10 Things to do after 50.
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… …
Apples Apples Apples
‘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 ? . …
Gracing Your Home with Hydrangeas
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 …
The Beauty of Succulents
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 …
Oh What to do with all this corn ?
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 …
10 Things to Do after 50
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 …
Easy Peazy Herb Jar
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 …
Pillow Wraps
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 …
National Bittersweet Chocolate Day
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 …
National Bubble Bath Day
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 …
Hot Chocolate and Snow ..
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 …
No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake
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 …
Me Before You
The movie came out June 3rd; but before you go to the movie, read the book . The book is definitely better than the movie. And you relive the book as you watch the movie unfold. If you cant make the movie, and you want the best summer read of the year, This is it.. …
June is filled with back yard grilling, catching fireflies, water fun and games. And lets not forget that June is the month of the Bride. I recently attended an outdoor wedding. The wedding was Shabby Chic theme and the reception party was a blast. The wedding had many homemade games and fun things to do …
HELLO JUNE !
Awww. June is here. I love summer and June brings summer . Pollen has long gone. Foliage and flowers are in full bloom . The trees look lush. The weather is warm during the day and breezy at night. I love riding the winding roads of Carolina in my convertible, just listening to the night …
DIY Sea Glass and Shell Charger
While visiting Japan , my husband was lucky enough to walk the shore of the Sea of Japan daily. He took beautiful pictures of sunrises and sunsets and fishermen checking their nets. His favorite pastime was collecting the sea glass. And it is abundant in the area we resided. All sizes and colors washed up …
Wine Bottle Tiki Lights
Summertime is approaching and the bugs are back. Living in Carolina, you are going to find yourself outside. Whether it is back acre, by the pool, playing corn hole in the yard or just relaxing at dusk on the deck, those pesky little skeetzers come around. I found the perfect way to reuse my wine bottles and deter …