Warming Soups to Chase Away Winter’s Chill
Cozy comfort food in a bowl and warming soups for winter’s chill. You’ll find recipes for chili and soup with hearty ingredients like Italian sausage, potatoes and pasta to flavorful veggies that pack...
View ArticleA Twinkling Winter Tree for the Cold Winter Months and Cozy Nesting
Extend the twinkle season with a Winter Nesting-themed Tree, ideal for the cold, gray winter months; decorated with bird ornaments, glittery nests, snowflakes, icy branches and pine cones. Happy...
View ArticleA Fun Winter Craft Project: Feed the Birds with DIY Birdseed Owls
Feed the birds with Owl Birdseed Treats! A hoot to make and a fun craft project and winter activity to feed your feathered friends. Happy Friday! How about a fun winter craft project to feed the...
View ArticleJanuary Blues and Blooms: Winter Nesting Tablescape and Arrangement
Beat the January Blues with some flower therapy and an arrangement of snowy white blooms. You’ll find additional floral and table inspiration. Happy Monday! I’m joining my blogging friends for some...
View ArticleWeekend Waterview: Snow Days
Happy Sunday! Here’s a little weekend waterview from Lake Norman. I always look forward to snow days as snow is somewhat rare for us. We haven’t had more than a dusting since since 2018. We received 4...
View ArticlePotting Shed Winter Porch and DIY Grapevine Wreath Garden Girl
Happy Friday! It’s it cold where you are? We’re heading into the weekend with a winter weather advisory bringing us another chance of a snow. I’m biding my time until spring with a little winter...
View ArticleHow to Finger Knit with Loop Yarn and Make an Easy Blanket
Create an easy throw blanket with finger loop yarn, no knitting needles or crochet hooks required! This is a fun winter project that you can complete in a weekend to keep you warm and cozy. Happy...
View ArticleCozy Comfort Food in a Bowl: Hearty and Warming Soup Recipes
Cozy comfort food in a bowl: hearty and warming soup recipes! You’ll find recipes for chili and soup with hearty ingredients like Italian sausage, potatoes and pasta to flavorful veggies that pack some...
View ArticleA Sparkling Winter Tree with Birds for Cozy Winter Nesting
Decorate a tree for winter to inspire cozy winter nesting. This bird-themed tree adds some sparkle and twinkle beyond Christmas for the cold, gray winter months; decorated with bird ornaments, glittery...
View ArticleMelt-in-Your-Mouth Snowball Cookies
Snowball Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth tender and buttery, filled with finely chopped pecans and covered with a blizzard of confectioners’ sugar. Happy Thursday! How about a sweet treat to enjoy with...
View ArticleWeekend Waterview: Beautiful Winter Sunrises and Welcome Sunshine Returns
Happy Sunday! Here’s a weekend waterview from Lake Norman. We’re off to a chilly start this morning for our neck of the woods, but looking forward to the sun returning and warming things up . . . a...
View ArticleA Cozy Winter Tea Tablescape with Snowmen, Cardinals and Sweet Snowballs
Embrace winter with a cozy tea setting for two by a Winter Nesting Tree. You’ll find snowmen, cardinals, a favorite winter tea blend and recipe for sweet snowball cookies. Welcome to the January...
View ArticleWeekend Waterview: Happy Sun-Days and Blue Skies
Happy Sun-Day! Here’s a weekend waterview from Lake Norman. Those of you living in the southeastern US like us, may be asking yourself, “What is that strange, bright ball of light in the sky?” Why it’s...
View ArticleWarming and Hearty Winter Recipe: White Bean-Sausage-Kale Pasta Soup
Chase away winter’s chill with this warming and comforting soup recipe. Puréed white beans make a creamy and hearty base for smoked sausage, nutritious kale and satisfying pasta. Use the smoked sausage...
View ArticleA Sweet and Easy Teatime Treat: Red Velvet Scones with White Chocolate Chips
Delicious Red Velvet Scones are a sweet and easy teatime treat! They start with a box of cake mix, are studded with white chocolate chips, and topped with a simple vanilla glaze. Welcome to the...
View ArticleChristmas in July Craft: Snowy Owls and Sparkling Nest Ornaments
Happy Friday! I’m sharing a Christmas in July craft project for those of you who want to escape heat and humidity outside and retreat to a whimsical snowy setting! These winter nests and snowy owls are...
View ArticleCozy Winter Nesting with Birds of a Feather and Sparkling Winter Tree
Decorate a tree for winter to inspire cozy winter nesting. This bird-themed tree adds some sparkle and twinkle beyond Christmas for the cold, gray winter months; decorated with bird ornaments, glittery...
View ArticleWinter Respite and Cozy Tea Table with Cardinals + Sweet Easy-to-Build Snowmen
Enjoy a winter respite with a cozy tea setting by a Winter Nesting Tree. You’ll find Snowmen, Cardinals, a relaxing tea blend, as well as ‘Easy-to-Build’ Snowman Cookies, a sweet treat and...
View ArticleKeep Your Teapot Warm with an Easy Hack & DIY Tea Cozy
Keep your teapot warm this winter with this DIY Tea Cozy and easy hack! A no-sew craft project with a hands on time of less than 30 minutes. Calling all tea enthusiasts, I have a fun hack and and quick...
View ArticleHow to Paint Macarons & Whimsical Tea Party with Feathered Friends
From cookie to canvas, find tips and materials to paint macarons and create edible art! A fun way to decorate and customize macarons for a tea party or gifting. You’ll also find a whimsical tea setting...
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