Wednesday, May 29, 2013

~Projects With The Paintbrush and Simple & Sweet Fridays~

I have seen so many blogs that have displayed ladders in their homes or in their gardens. Painting them different colors and placing flowers, books or collectibles on them.
Someone was going to throw this one away, so I rescued it from the trash and brought it home. I took out my Annie Sloan "Old White" Chalk Paint and dry brushed a coat of paint on it.
I really liked how the paint gave it a vintage look. 
I put it inside first, to see if I liked it.
Then I tried it outside, next to our old screen doors.
I had painted them with Annie Sloan "Duck Egg" Chalk Paint.
I love the old glass door knob. 
I'm still deciding which spot I like the best.
I wanted to share with you this next idea. I thought it would be a great afternoon project for  kids.
I bought a galvanized watering can and painted it with some white paint.
Then I took a marker and just sketched on the can.
The kids could draw anything and then have
 their own watering can for the garden.
A Simple Fun Project!



Happy Thursday everyone!
Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites!

Go check out Design Till It Shines' post Farmhouse Whites!
Diane will have you collecting vintage whites and kitchen collectibles to display in your home. She adds a romantic touch with flowers, so pretty!
Be sure to check out Diane's blog!

Go check out Penny's Treasures' post Flags on the Clothesline!
Penny shares her creative idea of displaying flags on an antique clothesline. Her old washing machines add a little whimsy to a cute memorial tribute!
Be sure to check out Penny's blog!

Go check out Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson's post Sneak Peek of Where I Will Create!
Jann will inspire you with her beautiful craft room. You'll love how she organized her cupboard wit numbered baskets. So creative!

Go check out Jann's blog!

Go check out At the Farmhouse's post Banana Cake!
Suzy makes the most amazing banana cake in a ring tin. She decorates it with icing and pecans. So Delicious!
Be sure to check out Suzy's blog!


Go check out Thimbles, Bobbins, Paper and Ink's DIY Faux Chalkboard Garden Signs!
Jennifer shares her idea of using an old picket fence and chalkboard paint to create whimsical garden signs. I love her free hand veggie pictures!
Be sure to check out Jennifer's blog!


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Tuesday, May 28, 2013

~Our Vacation in Squaw Valley & Our Nephew's Wedding~

Stan and I went to Squaw Valley for vacation and
 also went to my nephew, Beau's wedding in 
Reno for Memorial Weekend.
We saw where the 1960 Winter Olympics were,
it was so beautiful.

I loved seeing all the old buildings and scenery.


This is a photo of my sister, Bernadette,
 her son Beau, and her husband John.
This is our other nephew, John and his wife, Molly.
Their brand new 4 day old baby, Carter, and daughter Sophia and son Nolan.
Our niece, Jenay, 
 and my sister-in-law, Nancy before the wedding.
Nicole's bouquet was so pretty. 
I love the wedding wreath on the door. 
Everything looked so beautiful at Nicole's house.
Her mother, Sally, had made these cute flower seed favors.
Nicole's dress was gorgeous!

Beau and Nicole 
The Happy Couple
A Wedding We'll Never Forget!
Congratulations
 Mr. and Mrs. Beau Duckett!

Thursday, May 23, 2013

~Cooking with Flowers and Simple & Sweet Fridays #64~

I bought the new cookbook, 
"Cooking with Flowers"
by Miche Bacher of Mali B Sweets.
All the recipes looked so good.

I had to make the chocolate and lavender biscotti. 
A very easy recipe and they were delicious!
Wrapped them up and gave them to friends.
The next recipe I made was a Borage Spritzer.
Combine 1/2 cup Borage Basil Simple Syrup

1/2 cup Borage Vodka

3 cups Seltzer Water
8 Cucumber Slices
8 Basil Leaves

Borage Ice Cubes

A wonderful refreshing drink for Springtime!




Happy Thursday everyone!
Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites!

Go check out Little Brags' post Sneak Peak - Back Patio!
Christine is doing a great job redecorating her patio! She put a bucket and lantern on the table and pillows on the chairs that help tie the whole look together!
Be sure to check out Christine's blog!

Go check out Refresh & Renew's post Nautical Fun with Monkey Fists!
Aimee made these cute knots that look so great as  decorative pieces anywhere in her house! I can't wait to make some myself!
Be sure to check out Aimee's blog!

Go check out Sara Howe's post Bayou Bourbon Meatloaf!
Sara shows us a delicious meatloaf recipe. I can't wait to see how it tastes!

Go check out Sara's blog!

Go check out Eclectic Red Barn's post Vintage Picture Framed!
Beverly made the cutest vintage frame! I love the vintage beads and the burlap flowers!
Be sure to check out Beverly's blog!


Go check out My RoseinItaly's post Ispirazione!
I love how Manuela made cloth roses in shades of pink and white! They look beautiful!
Be sure to check out Manuela's blog!


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