St. Patricks Day….. …..is the first Spring holiday heralding in warmer temperatures, green vibrant colors, and the ever so important cocktail or two. I have assembled some DIY projects, crafts, and nibbles that are near and dear to my heart. From Mossy Mushroom containers to adorable Shamrock napkins made from dish cloths, there’s sure to…Continue Reading “Festive St. Patricks Day Decor & More”
St. Patricks Day is hands down one of my favorite holidays. The first heralding glimpse into the spring season that lies just around the corner. Not to mention, the perfect excuse to celebrate all things Irish, even my flawless rendition of that twangy Irish jargon. That being said, your St. Patty’s Day decor does not…Continue Reading “St. Patrick’s Day”
Ain’t a whole lot that can beat a sandwich that’s built around a fresh, juicy, summer tomato and lots of mayo. Well, almost nothing. Elevate that sacred, Southern sandwich by layering Fried Green Tomatoes, lemon-garlic aioli, and crispy bacon between slices of toasty french bread. The result is a sandwich to rival all others. RECIPE:…Continue Reading “Fried Green Tomato Sandwich”
If you happen to read the article about me that my great friends over at Southern Living so generously published on their website, you’ll be well aware that fried foods are not my favorite things to whip up when I’m in the kitchen. Maybe it’s the fact that they’re so incredibly bad for my cholesterol,…Continue Reading “Fried Green Tomatoes”
Leftover egg shells have so much more potential than heading to the compost or trash can. They can easily become adorable mini place card holders and the ideal way get that Springtime vibe. Small eggs, candies, or even old timepieces make great takeaways for guests. Pair them with floral dinnerware for that extra bit of…Continue Reading “Egg Shell Place Cards”
Complete your St. Patricks Day celebration by accenting your table with shamrock napkins. These super simple DIY napkins are sure to bring out your inner Leprechaun. Look no further than the look holiday section of your home supply store and consider buying theme dishtowels in a bold shamrock pattern. Fold the towels in half, cut…Continue Reading “DIY Shamrock Napkins”
A variation on the evergreen dough bowl centerpiece is by using a wooden toolbox filled with magnolia and cotton. Learn how to make a wooden toolbox here: WOODEN TOOLBOX These effects can range from muscle and back pain, rash and upset stomach are some of the most active people in the entire world. tadalafil generic…Continue Reading “Magnolia & Cotton Arrangement”
The bespoke theme colors of Halloween are hands down purple and green. There’s just something downright ghoulish when you pair them together. So I couldn’t resist pairing them up in this magnificent tablescape. Purchase dark green pumpkins in the darkest shades available. It’s definitely alright if they have a bit of lighter coloring mixed in…Continue Reading “Ghoulish Green and Purple”
Ahhhhh Labor Day. The unofficial, but official holiday that signals an end to summer and ushers in the boldly colored leaves and cooler temps of fall. Labor Day to me is a little bittersweet. Part of me yearns for fall but still wants to hang on to those airy, bright days of summer. Luckily there…Continue Reading “Labor Day Decor”
Pickling vegetables is a delicious way to utilize all that extra produce from the garden or farmers market. With a long shelf life and the perfect crunch, pickled okra is a great compliment to meals and of course a good bloody mary. Fresh okra, gets packed into sterilized jars with green tomatoes, lemons, garlic, and…Continue Reading “Pickling Okra & Green Tomatoes”