I looked up my blog site on google this morning and saw that my blog has been mentioned by Heidi Klum! (See below). At first I though she w...

Many of my friends verbally share with me how much they like what I share on my blog, or post a comment as a Facebook response when I post ...

Welcome to the "After The Rose" Ceremony ...

To greet my guests: "Welcome!" Message in a Bottle Fashioned from a framed picture, embellished with sea shells, rocks, and a me...

Embossed shell plate, topped with a large sea shell (for now) sitting atop the rock-look tile . I am planning a "Sea Worthy" ...

My sister heard about this technique from a friend of hers. I tried it and it works-BEAUTIFULLY! Here's how you do this: Purchase a...

Over 20 years ago I started a teacup and teapot collection. The reason I decided to collect them was because they are magnificent to look...

Latest floral arrangement shows off Kale leaves, purple and lavender freesia, Star of Bethlehem, purple beads that color the water purple, s...

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...