Monday, September 6, 2021

Artistic Garden Party


I hope you enjoy the tablescape and decorated mannequins at this garden party design. Live and artificial flowers are expressions of kindness. In this artistic medium I hope it evokes the creativity in you.

Saturday, July 31, 2021

SHS Costal Vibes


Good coastal vibes of the summer by the water. This tablescape won't make you crabby, it makes you happy. #goodvibesonly #summer tablescape #coastal tablescape
I love crabs, but I don't like picking them. Crab cakes are just right for me and here's my recipe:

I 16 oz. can of Phillips Jumbo Lump Crabmeat
(I purchase mine from Costco)
2 Eggs
1/4 cup of Unseasoned Bread Crumbs
1/4 cup of Mayonnaise
1 tsp. of mustard
1 tsp. of Old Bay Seafood Seasoning
Blend all the ingredients except the crabmeat. Fold jumbo lump crabmeat into wet ingredients, keeping it from breaking up. Form into balls by rolling into palms. Drop on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes at 375 degrees or until golden brown. Serves 3-4 depending on size you choose.

ENJOY!


Sunday, July 25, 2021

SHS Beach Blessing



Outside celebrations have been a great opportunity to social distant without losing the fun of being social. I created this table setting idea I hope you can use. Leesylvania State Park was such a great setting for this beach inspired tablescape.  


Friday, July 16, 2021

Friday, July 9, 2021

SHS Blooming Tables

I am celebrating summer, hope you are enjoying it too! Hydrangeas is one of my favorite flowers. Join me in my garden with these fun tablescapes ending with a little tea party.


This simple chicken salad was tucked into mini croissants.
Here's my recipe:
2 Diced Chicken Breast
2 Tbsp. of Diced Onion
2 Tbsp. of Sweet Relish
2 Tbsp. of Mayonnaise
Season with Salt and Pepper to Taste
Toss together vigorously.


These sweets treats will be a hit at any tea party and fun to make with children.
Just the right bite size and sweetness.
There's only three ingredients needed and no baking required .

Easy Cake Pops

Bakery Doughnut Holes
One container of Frosting
Container of sprinkles.

You will also need wooden sticks of skewers (cut to size).
Dump sprinkles onto a plate.
Pierce each doughnut whole with stick and dip and roll into frosting container.
After covering with frosting roll into plate of sprinkles until fully covered.
Tip: Smaller granular sprinkle cover easier.
Refrigerate if not consuming immediately, to keep frosting firm.

Friday, July 2, 2021

SHS July 4th 2021


Summer is officially here. Let's July 4th and Independence Day with these Ideas.
#july4th #celebratejuly4th

I believe in improvising whenever necessary. Tablecloths don't come in as many varieties as I wish and can often be pricy for a really nice one. A full size curtain is usually 50" x 84". The blue velvet curtain I used for this setting is from IKEA and measures 55" x 98". For full coverage, purchase one to fit your table and use a curtain (including shower curtains) as an overlay to bring in additional color to your table setting. Layering your coverings create a formal and elegant look.

Saturday, June 19, 2021

Juneteenth


Juneteenth is now a Federal Holiday. Celebrate with me as I honor some of the pioneers of this era in history.   #Juneteenth

Sunday, June 6, 2021

SHS Amalfi Coast Lemons


Travel with me to Amalfi, Italy to explore their beautiful coast and special lemons.

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Holographic Metallic Birthday Celebration


Celebrations for any occasions can be more exciting when you choose a theme, color concentration  or design. This past weekend we celebrated Birthdays and Mother's day.  This video will share the ideas I used in this celebration. Many of the items I used were purchased at the Dollar Tree Store.  Here is a list of the items you will see that were purchased there:
  • Balloons
  • Large cakes cutouts
  • Black foam boards
  • Holographic and Metallic tablecloth
  • Holographic votive cups
  • Blue curl gift bows
  • Metallic earphone cases
  • Holographic Slinkys
  • Party horns
  • Foil gift wrap
  • Battery operated mini lights
  Everything in the dollar store is $1. This was very inexpensive and beautiful for a home celebration.