Spring is FINALLY HERE! The flowers are blooming, my spring cleaning is done and SPRING is finally here! My mulch is down and the yard ready and maintained for the next several months. I like to keep things simple with window boxes and planters. Although it is still a little too early to plant those annualss as my Mawmaw used to say one should not plant anything until after Mother’s Day. I don’t think I’ll be able to hold out for another month because I feel like a caged bird ready to put those pops of color in my yard to enjoy! We have some beautiful outdoor décor from Willow House that you can enjoy as the days get longer and warmer. In the meantime it is almost time for EASTER. A family tradition growing up was for Daddy to color Easter eggs with us. I think he had more fun than we did and has continued this tradition with the grandkids. He always saves some of the eggs to make his famous pickled eggs. Our family’s egg hunt over the past few years has been held at my sister’s farm. We don’t use the colored eggs in the hunt but rather use the plastic ones and fill them with prizes, candy and even money. It is so much fun to watch the kids run all around the field to find that golden egg. After the egg hunt we always gather and have lunch with mom’s famous potato salad. If you are like me I always decorate my house for the season. Once again, I like to keep things simple. I have knick knacks that I love to rotate throughout the house. This time of year I pull out the bunnies, grass, moss balls and grab a few bags of jelly beans. I can make a simple arrangement by taking any decorative bowl and filling it with jelly beans or Easter eggs and place it on a tray. Set a ceramic bunny beside it, take a candle stand and place a moss ball on top of it and there you have a very simple focal point for any table. Keep things simple for this time of year and if you ever need any decorating tips please let me know. Thursday, April 7, 2011
Welcome SPRING!
Spring is FINALLY HERE! The flowers are blooming, my spring cleaning is done and SPRING is finally here! My mulch is down and the yard ready and maintained for the next several months. I like to keep things simple with window boxes and planters. Although it is still a little too early to plant those annualss as my Mawmaw used to say one should not plant anything until after Mother’s Day. I don’t think I’ll be able to hold out for another month because I feel like a caged bird ready to put those pops of color in my yard to enjoy! We have some beautiful outdoor décor from Willow House that you can enjoy as the days get longer and warmer. In the meantime it is almost time for EASTER. A family tradition growing up was for Daddy to color Easter eggs with us. I think he had more fun than we did and has continued this tradition with the grandkids. He always saves some of the eggs to make his famous pickled eggs. Our family’s egg hunt over the past few years has been held at my sister’s farm. We don’t use the colored eggs in the hunt but rather use the plastic ones and fill them with prizes, candy and even money. It is so much fun to watch the kids run all around the field to find that golden egg. After the egg hunt we always gather and have lunch with mom’s famous potato salad. If you are like me I always decorate my house for the season. Once again, I like to keep things simple. I have knick knacks that I love to rotate throughout the house. This time of year I pull out the bunnies, grass, moss balls and grab a few bags of jelly beans. I can make a simple arrangement by taking any decorative bowl and filling it with jelly beans or Easter eggs and place it on a tray. Set a ceramic bunny beside it, take a candle stand and place a moss ball on top of it and there you have a very simple focal point for any table. Keep things simple for this time of year and if you ever need any decorating tips please let me know. Thursday, March 31, 2011
Wheat Grass for Decorating!
to plant and use in all kind of containers especially since
Easter is just right around the corner.
I'll be using the Royal Street Urn from Willow House to spruce up my table.
Stop by any nursery to pick up some and have a green thumb!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
More decorating for SPRING!
Thanks to Carol Collins who let me come over and
take these pictures!
She is an amazing decorator. I'll be sharing some of her
ideas in the SEASONS to come!
Using the Willow House Napa Tray & Drake Lanterns for a Simple Spring Centerpiece.
Notice the fabric.....a small rug that she uses for a table runner!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Oh those Daffodils!
What a burst of SPRING when I am driving to Knoxville!Last week the girls & I stopped along the way to take a few pictures!
Don't tell, but they had to pick a few to take to mommies at work!
I don't think anyone is missing them yet!
We hope you are having a terrific MARCH and if you haven't peeked at
what is coming for April....
Each Hostess with a $500 party can pick the
Or the Charles Street Planter for FREE!
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Flower Pots for SPRING!
Are you ready for a little SPRING project?
It won't be long before we can start planting those beautiful flowers! Here is a neat idea to update your old flower pots with a little STYLE!
ENJOY this quick little video for a super tip!
http://www.mystyleshare.com/Videos/Detail/1734
Monday, March 14, 2011
Luck of the Leprechaun!
Did you know that for every 10,000 3 leaf clovers you can find
a 4 leaf one? Since St. Patrick's Day is later this week if the
Little Lucky Leprechaun doesn't show up
go out looking for a 4 leaf clover!
Do you think your chances are about the same- finding a little
green man with pointed ears or a unique clover?
No WAY! My dad can walk through the yard and in about 5 minutes
have a handful of good luck!
Need a 4 leaf clover - let me know and I'll get one for you!
Have a wonderul and of course LUCKY week!

Thursday, February 24, 2011
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea
amongst good friends and great home design.
Welcome to my new blog!
Ideas, tips, recipes and sometimes just stuff
from Willow House, friends and me!
Do you have ideas that you would love to share?
Please pass them on to me.
Enjoy!
The Dandelion Cafe ~ dreams and wishes do come true!
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