A Very Herb-y Gift Basket: Urban Jungle Bloggers

Hello sweet Friends! I made this nest of herbs basket as a gift for my Mom's birthday. Though my sign reads Herb-y Birthday, it could easily be adapted as a May Day or Mother's Day gift basket. This month's Urban Jungle Blogger feature is Give a Friend a Plant. Do you have a green...

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DIY Essential Oil Insect Repellent!

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Garden Fresh Centerpieces!

Greetings Friends! Has your weekend been relaxing? Spring is always a busy season here before the weather gets too hot but I try to alternate projects with down time in the garden. I really enjoy gathering and arranging blooms--the simpler the better! ...

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Friday's Find: Treasures from Mason!

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! I found a new place to hunt vintage treasures! Come check out today's fab finds... ...

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Earth Day Inspired Bird Feeder from Vintage Match Holder!

Happy Earth Day! Today's simple project may be the easiest repurpose I have ever shared. It took me longer to photograph than it did to assemble! Gotta love easy--plus it is fitting for the occasion... ...

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No Slipcover? No Problem!

Greetings Friends! A few months ago I freshened up my bedroom. In addition to updating the flooring, I rearranged some furniture. For comfort, I decided to move this cozy chair from another room but originally it was the wrong color. Today I'm sharing my solution--no sewing or...

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Friday's Find: Garden Goodies!

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Today's fab finds are something I can always put to use: goodies for my garden... ...

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DIY ~ Let Your Light Shine!

Happy Wednesday Friends! You know how I love a simple repurpose and since it can be a challenge to find creative lighting options why not make your own? Today I am sharing several of mine... ...

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Secret Garden Wedding Herbs

Greetings Friends! My love for herbs was the inspiration for Secret Garden Herbs. While I have posted several features about herbs, today is my first time to share my customers' creativity with these fragrant beauties. A big thank you to Janelle and Dana for photos! Here's just a few examples... Janelle's...

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Friday's Find: Texas Antique Week Part 2

Thank God it's thrifty Friday Friends! Today I am taking you on the second part of my day trip to Texas Antique week in Roundtop. I'll be sharing the rest of my treasures and a comparison of the shows I attended, as well as what I learned as a newbie. This glorious jadeite display...

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Garden Bench Refresh!

Happy Wednesday Friends! I try to take advantage of the mild spring weather by working on outdoor projects before the temperature rises. My latest endeavor was to refresh a tired garden bench... ...

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Nesting in the Garden!

Happy Easter! Have you made plans for outdoor festivities this weekend? Sunrise church services, Easter egg hunts and dining al fresco all come to mind with the lovely spring weather. The mild spring temperatures don't last long here in Texas so I have been spending as much time as possible puttering...

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My Day Trip to Texas Antique Week Part 1

Thank God it's thrifty Friday Friends! Today I am sharing my recent visit to antique week in Roundtop, Texas. This was my first time to go and I am excited to share the trip with you--grab a drink, get comfy and come along... ...

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A Hop Back: Garden Resurrection Tree!

Happy Wednesday Friends! Today we are hopping back to a previous Easter post. Early morning is my favorite time in the garden and I am often reminded of Mary's discovery so long ago... "He is not here; He is risen!" Luke 24:6 ...

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