When we have friends over for dinner and are serving wine, I set this oil painted canvas outside my front door. I believe it creates the fi...

I can still remember a dinner I attended at my friend Dory's house years ago. She served 24 of us delicious spaghetti, a perfect salad ...

This weeks floral arrangement was so beautiful. We featured Gerber Daisies, Dahlias, bright yellow lilies, purple liatris and green Bells o...

A few things to know before you purchase your burlap: 1. Buy at least 12 inches more than you think you will need! 2. Burlap comes in differ...

When my son, Chris, moved out a couple of years ago, I had this mural painted in what is now the guest room. I wanted this painting to re...

Parties are such great fun, full of festivity, and they affect every one of our five senses. I LOVE parties! Have you noticed that not too m...

1. Thou shalt RSVP ASAP! (Respond please, as soon as possible). The hosts have graciously given you the special consideration of an inv...

Beautiful Red Peony Amazing Pink Peony Stunning in my kitchen Right after I made it! My floral decorating classes are getting better and bet...

The "High"way or the "Fair"way? I am ashamed to say that when a friend was telling me a story of how she had been wron...

I love America and I love decorating for and celebrating the Fourth of July with friends each year. It really launches summer for me. For ...

These napkin rings and place card holders are easy to make but do take time. I watched a video on Michael's.com of what you can do with...

Click on photo to enlarge In November, I acquired a new granddaughter by marriage. As a new member of the family, I wanted to ex...

Last night, I learned how to make this beautiful tropical flower arrangement. The lady who has made the arrangements for Citrus City Grill ...

"Its amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit. " Harry S. Truman (Often quoted by Ronald Reagan) I ...

I'd love to hear: What made it special? What food was served? What was the entertainment like? Did you create your own party? ...

Everyone I know loves Mexican food! That's what I wanted to serve this evening, so I set out to plan a Fiesta Mexicana. Additionally...

Use your Easter wreaths year around when you feature "bird" themed events! "Light as a Feather" Cucumber Mint Sandwiches...