Easy outdoor table decorations
Sometimes, I simply feel lazy when it comes to changing out my outdoor dining table decor. This is one easy idea that anyone, anywhere can do. I just grabbed a few of my terracotta pots and some fresh herbs (hint, hint- trader joes has really great herbs that are cheap). I have a few on my outdoor table …
SEED Library
Ok, people, you’re going to want to sit down for this. I just learned that most local libraries have what’s called a “seed library”. They are often local veggies, flowers and herbs that you can pick up for FREE! You don’t even have to be a library card holder. Most libraries have a small amount of different …
Door Knob switch
Slowly but surely, I am saying goodbye to the touches of the 1970’s in our home. We have had these door knobs in our home since moving in and they hurt my soul EVERYDAY! I wish they were cool mid-century handles but they are not. Plus, the cat was about to figure out how he can open doors! I wanted …
IKEA
Let’s face it, everyone can find something at IKEA. As most of us, my first apartment was filled with pieces from goodwill and IKEA, it will always hold a place in my heart. Living in the bay area, I’m fortunate enough to live close to one. I took a little day trip last week and picked up a few basic …
Let’s grow something…
While today may be gloomy outside, I’m ready for spring!!!! I’m looking forward to the warmer days spent outside in my garden. This year I’m really hoping to grow my own pumpkins, last year was didn’t yield any 🙁. I’ve started growing my seeds inside this year, in my DIY shoe box containers ( easy and …
Simmer Pot
Weekends are the days I usually have a simmer pot going, especially in the gloomy winter months. I love the way they can infuse the air in our homes. You can be so creative with what you add to them, it can be quite fun. With citrus-like weeds out in California, I can almost always find some lemons …
New Rug, oh la la…
Ok, let’s chat about kitchen rugs for a minute. They take a beating, clean up lots of dropped food and all while looking pretty. Seems like a hard job! I wanted to change things up in our kitchen and get a more “kitchen” friendly rug that wasn’t hideous. It needed to be fashionable, washable and virtually …
Valentines Day
Hello to all my lovers out there. The very hallmark holiday of Valentine’s Day is here. Whether you’re single or have been together a lifetime, today is about love. Loving yourself and all the others in your life. Roses are always a good idea, but not necessary to me. I think just the little things …
Cookies, anyone?
Since today was “cold” and raining, I decided to have a fire in the fireplace and make some homemade chocolate chip cookies. If you personally know me, you know that my “cookies” are royalty. My secret recipe has been a fan favorite for years and people go crazy for my cookies, especially warm. Giving …
First signs of spring
As winter is still in much of the US, on the California coast we live in a bit of “different” seasons. This year in my garden, I planted spring flower bulbs. I usually plant seeds but I thought I’d try something new. I was out wandering in my garden and found these hyacinth’s and daffodils started opening …
