As we move into the holiday season it’s time to think about gathering around your table. Spending time with friends and family brings us so much joy. And when you’re with the ones you love, that’s all that really matters. However, it’s nice to set your table with pretty decorations to make your meals and family feel special. Finding just the right centerpiece can feel overwhelming with everything that goesRead More →

Use what you already have available to decorate your garden for the season.

When the new season rolls around, do you run down to the craft store or garden center and purchase items to add to your garden decor? They have the latest and greatest on display and you can visualize that new container, pillow or chalkboard on your porch. But then you start to feel a little guilty because when you walk through your garden shed or garage you see last seasonsRead More →

Every year my town hosts a Secret Garden tour where you can explore the latest and greatest ideas for your garden. The host gardens are filled with wonderful ideas to create magical corners in your garden. As you wander through these gardens you get a sense of peace. But the best part is that you can come away with garden decor ideas for your own garden. Although some gardens canRead More →

Pinecone Cottage Retreat in the Spring.

With the change of seasons comes spring cleaning in our homes and gardens. You’ve been getting your yard and garden spruced up. But now it’s time to tackle the garden shed. Maybe your shed became a dumping ground during the winter months. In the late autumn, you stored all of the garden decor that needed protection during the winter. Then seasonal decorations and holiday gifts got stored in there andRead More →

Vintage flower pots and containers in the creative garden.

I love to use vintage containers in my garden. They are longer lasting than many of the newer containers sold today and they add panache to your garden decor. I want to share how you can shop for vintage garden containers so that you can fill your garden with beautiful and functional finds. There are so many different containers that you can use in your garden. But there are someRead More →

Vintage thermoses on display for the winter.

Do you remember as a child going on a picnic with your family? Your mom packed the basket and you piled into the car and went someplace fun. Like the park in a neighboring town. After you ran and played for a while, out came the basket. And in that basket was a delicious meal. I don’t really remember what we ate. Probably peanut butter sandwiches. But the fun partRead More →

A autumn hued bouquet of flowers setting on a table.

We’re less than 2 weeks away from Thanksgiving. I’ve been planning and organizing for the holiday. And thinking about my table centerpiece. Doesn’t everyone spend days wondering how to decorate their Thanksgiving table? With no flowers left in the garden, it’s time to turn to my local grocery store. I want to show you how to set your holiday table with grocery store flowers. You can actually make some lovelyRead More →