Flowers Galore!

Wednesday,  30  JUNE  2010

Tulips are the quintessential flower of Spring and Summer.  I am very fond of the classic single color bouquet but a colorful mixed arrangement is always an option.  Having fresh flowers in my flat is a must and I stumbled upon a great book, “The Art of Floral Arranging” by Eileen W. [...]

Cocktail Hour!

Monday,  27  JUNE 2010

It’s Cocktail Hour!  Time to set up your home bar and enjoy a tasty libation!  I don’t have the room for a lavish home bar but a groovy bar is still within my grasp.  I’ve chosen a space and set up bar on a large tray on a serving table.  Select the [...]

Container Craze

Thursday,  23  JUNE  2010

No matter where you live, containers can add pizazz to the ordinary, create color and pattern to an area and provide high points in the landscape. Container gardening requires less time, space and energy than inground planting and is just as much fun.  You will find pots in every size, shape and [...]

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall.....

Monday,  21  JUNE  2010

Mirrors are great for reflecting open space in a room.  They are used to add light to a room, or to give an area a more open feel.  When selecting a mirror for your room, think big!  The bigger the mirror, the more light it can reflect.  Large mirrors provide the room [...]

Light & Healthy

Saturday,  18  JUNE  2010

Eating healthy just feels good!  I don’t like to be unrealistically thin or deprive myself of the foods I love, but I like feeling great, having more energy and keeping myself as healthy as possible.  Other benefits are sharpening your memory and stabilizing your mood.  By planning ahead you can create and [...]

Space Makers!

Thursday,  17  JUNE  2010

When you have an urgent need for more space you have to get a little creative.  We have a huge inventory of movies and music.  A disc wallet is an ideal storage solution for organizing all kinds of compact discs: Audio CDs, DVD and Video Game Discs.  Easy flip pages lay flat [...]

Capture a Memory!

Saturday,  12  JUNE  2010

Pictures give you a chance to freeze the happiest moments in your life.  The first day in our new place, surrounded by boxes, and a ton of work to do, we dropped everything and captured a gorgeous sunset.  We will have that memory forever!  Check out Photography 101 tips for taking great [...]

Cappuccino Bar!

Friday,  11  JUNE  2010

Moving is Fun?  Well, if you start out right, and by that I mean setting up your coffee station first!  You will have energy to get through all those boxes!  My Espresso Machine is simple to use and makes a great Cappuccino every time.  That is all we drink at my flat!  [...]

Graduation!

Wednesday,  2  JUNE  2010

My youngest is graduating today and wanted to share with you a great place to create your own announcement. A perfect fit for my very easy going Senior!  Congrats Class of 2010!!!!!

Here is another example: my daughters party announcement for the big day.  Adding a favorite quote adds a special touch. Get [...]

Raspberry Butter!

Tuesday,  1  JUNE  2010

Starting Breakfast with yummy butter and a warm croissant is all I need to get me going.  Raspberry butter is one of my favorites. A great treat for house guests!

Combine a stick of unsalted butter, at room temperature,  1/2 cup raspberry preserves and 1/8 teaspoon of kosher salt in the bowl of [...]

"I just want to create something delicious."
   

Delicious Words to Live By......

  Delicious Words to Live By

Delicious Recipe of the Week.....

Delicious Recipe of the Week.....

Strawberries with Vanilla Pound Cake