Oilcloth garland hanging from garden shed roof

In: Crafts, Garden Crafts, Garden Shed and Decor, Seasonal Crafts

I’ve been working on a new craft project. One that I can use outdoors to decorate my garden for the season. I enjoy making banners, garlands, and bunting, but typically they don’t do well outdoors. So I decided to make this oilcloth bunting for my garden. Oilcloth is water-resistant and therefore can handle the moisture from the sprinklers. This fabric is actually made from vinyl with a cotton mesh backing.Read More →

In: Garden Shed and Decor, Inspiration

School is winding down, vacations are scheduled and the days are definitely getting longer. As summer rolls around, we spend more time outdoors in our yards and gardens. We have company over more often and many times these get-togethers will occur on the spur of the moment. Here are some tips for easy summer entertaining to make your summer life less stressful. 6 Tips for Easy Summer Entertaining… Keep ItRead More →

A bowl of Lentil Vegetable Soup with spoon.

In: Garden Fresh Recipes, Soups

When my husband and I first got married I didn’t know how to cook.  I was still in college and had not lived on my own long enough to learn how to cook anything but the basics.  My new best friend was Betty Crocker.  I taught myself to cook using that one cookbook that we got as a wedding gift.  What does this have to do with June’s Soup ofRead More →

Slice of Rhubarb Crunch Cake on a plate with whipped cream and fork.

In: Desserts, Garden Fresh Recipes, Herbs and Vegetables

My rhubarb is ready for harvesting.  The stalks are a beautiful ruby red and they are perfect for baking.  So I thought it was time for another rhubarb recipe.  Rhubarb Crunch Cake is a wonderful dessert that we have been eating for many years.  It was given to me by a dear friend and I am so grateful to her every time we eat it. This moist cake can beRead More →

Daisies growing in the garden

In: Flowers, Garden, Garden Basics

Raise your hand if you like flowers. There’s something so special about growing flowers in your yard and garden. But if you can bring them inside, that’s even better. They offer not only something beautiful to look at, but they give off a lovely fragrance as well. A number of years ago, I began planting a cutting garden so I had flowers to bring inside without using my shrubs andRead More →

Picnic basket with scale, vase and wreath.

In: Garden Shed and Decor, Inspiration

I remember my first vintage basket purchase. It was found at a yard sale over 10 years ago. I’ve always been drawn to baskets, but this was my first vintage find. It’s been a love affair ever since. I’m especially fond of the 50’s and 60’s wicker style baskets. Many vintage baskets have a wooden, hinged lid. Some have pull out inserts, while others have wooden stands for separating layers.Read More →

Roasted asparagus with garlic slices.

In: Garden Fresh Recipes, Herbs and Vegetables, Salads and Vegetables

Ahhh Asparagus.  It’s such a wonderful spring vegetable.  Loaded with nutrients such as Vitamin K, C and folate, as well as potassium, fiber and phytochemicals.  This perennial plant shoots up in the spring for just a month or two and then it is gone for the year. It is easy to grow in your garden but it does take a dedicated area that cannot be planted with anything else.  IfRead More →

Spring wreath on door.

In: Crafts, Garden Crafts, Garden Shed and Decor, Seasonal Crafts

Now that Spring is here it’s time to refresh our home decor.  Time to replace heavier bedding and blankets.  It’s time to set up the outdoor cushions.  And it’s time to replace the sweater wreath.  So let me show you how to make a new spring wreath for your porch or front door. There are so many wonderful spring flowers that you can use to make a new spring wreath. Read More →

Plates on a table

In: Garden Shed and Decor

There is something wonderful about a treasure hunt.  Do you remember going on Easter Egg hunts as a child?  Very seldom did we find the golden egg but we always came home with treats.  Or do you remember scavenger hunts where you ran from house to house looking for designated treasures?  These days I’m on the hunt for vintage collectables. Some of my favorite items to collect are vintage picnicRead More →

In: Garden Fresh Recipes, Soups

It’s finally time.  Asparagus season is here and the newly harvested vegetable is starting to trickle into the stores.  This bright spear is only available locally for the next month or 2 and we eat it in everything.  We grill it, steam it, roast it, bake it, stir fry it and even microwave it.  These yummy stalks are the star of my Soup of the Month for May… Asparagus, ChickenRead More →