There’s no flower that symbolizes the holiday season like the Poinsettia. This leafy, red and green flower is bright and beautiful and as you’ll see in this post, this popular plant is quite visible around my home this time of year.... View the Post
Holiday Kissing Ball
Have you ever seen those hanging holiday balls, suspended by a pretty ribbon and covered in cranberries? Well this is my twist on that idea with fragrant, natural botanicals substituted as the main ingredient creating a unique and unexpected addition to holiday decor.... View the Post
Fall Harvest Quilt
One look at the trees and you’ll likely agree that Mother Nature is at her most spectacular this time of year. I love to soak up the brilliant colors and I think this fall harvest quilt project is fun way pay... View the Post
A Bushel of Apples
Who doesn’t love a beautiful apple orchard? A recent family orchard-excursion not only yielded a ton of apples for us but also sparked the inspiration for this fun-filled post for you. Grab a cup of java or better yet, pour yourself some... View the Post
BOO TO YOU
(fall fun, scary scrapbooking and sweet treats)
Have I ever mentioned that Fall is my favorite time of year? Well, it is. It's my absolute favorite season. I'm sure I'm not the only one who loves the beautiful colors, the crisp, breezy air and the whimsical Halloween symbols that represent... View the Post
End of an Era
Memory Makers Magazine
When I first started scrapbooking about 10 years ago, I had no idea what a huge hobby and major industry it would become. In those earlier days “scrapping” was nothing like the rage it eventually became. At that time there were... View the Post
Decorative Desk Decor
On just about any desk you’ll likely find an assortment of loose supplies just waiting for a little bit of organization. This project will not only get those loose scattered pens and pencils in one place, but at the same time create some... View the Post
Sweet Waffle Cones
Can you believe it’s September already? While the Summer season is clearly winding down, it’s still a little toasty on some days in my neck of the woods. If you’re in the same boat and looking for ways to cool... View the Post
Plentiful Cookbooks, Photography, Julia Child
and Pistachio Pudding
I have a weakness for cookbooks. There, I said it. That wasn’t so bad. Yes, a cookbook weakness is definitely what I have. I’m sure I’ve mentioned my passion for fabric and patterned crafting paper here before, but now I’m adding cookbooks to that list.... View the Post
Two For You
(giveaway results)
Thanks so much to everyone for participating in my blogiversary giveaway. I really hope your interest in blogging was piqued, not only by my review of Blogging for Bliss but also from all the wonderful responses fellow bloggers left. I... View the Post
Blogging for Bliss
(and a blogiversary book giveaway)
I've been blogging now for two years and every now and then I still get a familiar question, "Lisa why do you blog?" Well, I could certainly go on and on about that but perhaps the simplest answer has to do... View the Post
Pretty in Pink
If you're like me you can never get enough of a great apron project. I love the look of my latest apron with its sheer fabric and complimentary crisp, pink cotton. It's a perfect combination of soft textures and subtle color.... View the Post