What a year it has been! I started this little blog barely over a year ago for my 40th birthday. The learning curve has been steep and the adventure joy filled. As I look back over the year and think about all the small victories and moments of frustration, I know for sure I wouldn't do it any different. I've learned about myself, my friends, my style and my calling. I sincerely hope you all have enjoyed what this little place on the web has brought to the table. I plan on spending time ... continue reading...
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Coconut Crème Cupcakes: A Very Versatile Party Recipe
Coconut Crème Cupcakes... I'm reluctant to share this recipe. It's that good. It's kind of my secret weapon. However, it was shared with me a long time ago and I must pass on the favor. People have very definite opinions about coconut and you may be thinking of passing by this recipe just because of the name. BUT... if I didn't tell you there was coconut in these cupcakes, you would never know! It really is cream of coconut, not the stringy coconut you may be thinking of and it's ... continue reading...
Artistic Advent: Week 5, Free Printable
Merry Christmas dear friends! We have come so far! I hope you have finished your book, The Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp.(affiliate link) If you haven't, that's ok...keep reading! It is a book to be enjoyed anytime. This week the project is my gift to you...a free Advent printable! As I pondered over the pictures in my head I know the last days before Christmas are filled with travel, wrapping, cooking and visiting. No one has time for projects. So I did it for you. The free Advent ... continue reading...
Gold Dipped Party Glasses: New Year’s Eve Ideas
In case your looking for some festive ideas to help ring in the new year I teamed up with some of my friends to bring you a whole slew of options! Be sure to visit the other exciting projects to see extra special ways to make this a New Year's Eve to remember! If you are looking for a fun hostess gift that won't break the bank, or your hosting yourself and want a little touch of whimsy, I have the project for you! Gold dipped party glasses! I bought these glasses at the dollar store, ... continue reading...
Artistic Advent: Week 4, Mixed Metal Arrow
Christmas day is rapidly approaching and I am prayerful you all are prepared with a warm heart to celebrate Jesus' birth. If all is on track you would have read Chapters 16 through 20 this week in our book. The Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp. (affiliate link) You can catch the other weeks here: Introduction, Week One, Week Two, Week Three, Week five Each day, as I followed along with Ann's poetic words, I saw arrows. Arrows of direction, defense, misdirection, my direction and His ... continue reading...
Artistic Advent : Week 3, Scarlet Heart Garland
This week we read Chapters 11-15 in our Advent book, The Greatest Gift. (affiliate link) If you are just checking in you can see the introduction, week 1, week 2, week 4 and week 5 here. Please don't be discouraged if you haven't read every day or have fallen a little behind. The daily readings are relatively quick and one doesn't necessarily build on the other, so you can skip ahead if needed. As I read through the scriptures and thoughts this week I visualized a scarlet thread. ... continue reading...
Christmas in Texas
Maybe the old scene of tumbleweeds and shootouts on Main Street come to mind when you think about Texas. If you live anywhere else, it's possible that is your image of the folks down South. Today just might change your view of the great state of Texas. My friend Stacey from Poofing The Pillows put together a Texas blog hop to show you how we do Christmas - Texas style! Be sure to visit the other Texas bloggers below to get a glimpse of the South this season! My taste of Texas is an easy ... continue reading...
Artistic Advent: Week 2, Clock Face Ornament
This week has been full of beautiful readings from our Advent Book The Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp. It's not to late to join in if you haven't already! Here is week one, three, four and five (remember the reading schedule "dates" do not necessarily correspond to the calendar dates) In this post you will find two videos. The first is me simply going over my thoughts from day 6-10 and the second is a few extra details about this week's project. The scriptures and readings this week all ... continue reading...
Checkerboard Table Makeover
I found this little side table for $5 at a garage sale. It was originally from Target, not anything old, and it was exactly what I was looking for! We have a fire place in our bedroom and I am working on cozying up the spot a bit. The room still has a ways to go. I decided a checkerboard would be the perfect detail to add to this treasure. Today I am linking up with my monthly furniture flipping friends to bring you guys projects that are all about THE DETAILS! It doesn't take much to ... continue reading...
Christmas Tablescape PLUS Idea Tour
We are just days beyond the turkey, but you may have noticed...it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! We decorated our house, including this Christmas tablescape, over the weekend and it was SO MUCH FUN. We didn't even break an ornament this year (yet)! I'm busy looking for fresh ideas to incorporate into my Christmas décor and the 27 other bloggers I have teamed up with this week have just the stuff I 'm looking for! #christmasideastour I hope you'll check out the links below for ideas ... continue reading...
