For the first time since moving to our charming home, I was able to create a mixed bouquet of flowers from the garden. The roses and lilacs came with the property and last year I planted the sweet peas. I am beyond excited that I was able to create this delightful arrangement with what I…
Archives for April 2013
Photography Monday: Doors of Frederick
Located less than an hour from Washington, D.C., Frederick, Maryland is a charming historic town. Founded in 1745 by German settlers, Frederick is a city rich in heritage, opportunity, and innovation. Located between the Civil War battlegrounds of Monocacy, Antietam, and Gettysburg, Frederick was ransomed from burning during the war and became a hospital town…
Cricut Friday: Frog Card
My dear friend’s wife, who received the Happy Mushroom Card, is on the road to recovery. I wanted to send another card to her to cheer her on. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Cricut machine Cricut/Creative Memories Tiny Treasures cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folder cardstock adhesive Fold the royal…
Crafty Today: Border Thank You Card
Being a scrapbooker, I have lots of scrap paper left over from various projects. This thank you card is a great way to use up those scraps. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Creative Memories Border Maker Creative Memories Border Maker cartridges circle punch patterned paper cardstock adhesive Fold the tan…
Crafty Today: Gift Card Holder
To be honest, sometimes a gift card is the best gift you can give. Why not put your creative spin on it and make the gift card holder to house the gift card. You need the following tools and supplies to create this project: various punches patterned paper cardstock adhesive 3/8″ mini Velcro dots corner…
Photography Monday: Christ Church
Christ Church in Alexandria, Virginia, was built more than 235 years ago to be a parish church to meet the spiritual needs of its parishioners and the community. It still continues that tradition today along with preserving its incredible history. Some of its most famous parishioners include George Washington and Robert E. Lee, who attended…
Cricut Friday: Embossed Thinking of You Card
I was inspired by this card that a dear friend pinned on Pinterest. You need the following tools and supplies to create this card: Cricut machine Creative Memories/Cricut Tiny Treasures cartridge Cuttlebug machine Cuttlebug embossing folders Creative Memories Border Maker and cartridge cardstock adhesive Fold the white cardstock so it is a finished size of 4.25″x5.5″. …
Record Store Day
If you know a vinyl record lover, then Record Store Day is the place to be. Starting in 2008, Record Store Day was created as an event to celebrate the art of music. Special vinyl, CD releases and promotional products are made exclusively for this day as well as artists making special appearances and giving…
Purple Passion
My husband has a love affair with purple. Purple clothes, purple potatoes, purple carrots and now purple asparagus. He had a short list of items to purchase at the farmers market. He surprised me with purple asparagus and I loved the idea. I made Pesto Pasta with Purple Asparagus and Peas. Lots of p’s in…
Photography Monday: Doors of Alexandria
Alexandria, Virginia, founded in 1749, has a fascinating history and many of its historic buildings are still preserved today. We strolled through part of historic Alexandria and I was enchanted by the doors of the historic homes. Each entrance was its own vignette filled with charm, formality and sometimes a touch of whimsy. Next week,…