The first time I saw the movie 'It's Complicated' I don't think I followed the plot much at all. I was too busy drooling over the gorgeous home that Meryl Streep's character, Jane Adler, lived in. And, making mental notes of all the delicious food too! I knew I would be making Lavender Honey Ice Cream ASAP! It is delicious beyond words! Just sweet enough, but the floral notes of fresh lavender really steal the show. Not long after I made it for the first time, we ... continue reading...
Beginner’s Guide to Cricut Blades
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Cricut blades are what make this dynamic cutting machine so versatile. With the range of blades available, the project possibilities are endless. If you are new to Cricut or if you are thinking of purchasing your first machine, you may be wondering what the heck are all the different blades used for. Today I will give you a crash course on the different types ... continue reading...
How to Build a Fireplace
Have you ever wanted to know how to build a fireplace? That is what I need to know about 5 years ago when we built our first fireplace. We have now built two in our home, one very different from the other. We have a more formal one in our living room, and have just built this more rustic one for our family room. Both this fireplace and the first one we built are made for electric inserts, not for wood burning or gas fireplace inserts. There are so many realistic electric ... continue reading...
Peanut Butter Cookies
Sometimes when I am baking I forget to follow my own rules. That's what happened when I made these peanut butter cookies recently! This is my favorite recipe, one that I got my mother, who got it from her mother. Simple, easy ingredients that I always have on hand. Somehow, between creaming the butters and the sugar, and sifting the dry ingredients I had to stop and wash the floor. It could have had something to do with the long awaited arrival of above zero ... continue reading...
Market Flower Monday – Hand Tied Bouquet
Welcome to another edition of Market Flower Monday! This past weekend was a stellar weekend for early spring weather and for fresh flowers at the market! The selection was much better than it has been in a long time and I may have gone a little over budget. I did however have enough flowers to make this beautiful hand tied bouquet plus some for next time! In fact, the weather was so nice I actually did all my flower arranging outside and even managed to record a video that I have ... continue reading...
23 Easter Tablescapes
Welcome! I am so glad that you have stopped by today. If this is your first time visiting Red Cottage Chronicles, you may not know how I love to style pretty tables for every occasion. Several times throughout the year Chloe from Celebrate and Decorate hosts a week-long tablescapes blog hop and this week it is all about Easter tablescapes. At the end of this post you will find links to all the bloggers participating this week, but first I am delighted to be sharing our Easter ... continue reading...
Easy Birthday Cake Recipe
Since May is right around the corner, and with it comes 5 family birthdays, I got to thinking about my epic fail at making my oldest daughters birthday cake several years ago. This is the story of why everyone needs an easy birthday cake recipe. And, the recipe I am about to share is so easy, and so yummy it may just become your family's go-to cake recipe too! Not that many years ago I decided to make my daughter an awesome birthday cake. Something rich and decadent! I set ... continue reading...
10 Genius Thrift Store Upcycle Projects
Reduce, reuse and recycle. Three words I was raised on. I am so glad to see it is now actually the trendy thing to do! And, a new word has been added the phrase too. Upcycle! Who doesn't love combining Pinterest for fun upcycle projects?! When I was young it they meant cutting up jeans behind repair to make patches for ones that still had some life in them. Or, putting egg shells and coffee grounds right into the garden to supplement the ... continue reading...
Creamy Lemon Squares
If hyacinths are the scent of spring, then surely lemon is the flavor of spring! I may have mentioned it before, but I have a love for all things lemon! These creamy lemon squares are no exception. The lemon flavor is out of this world. They are slightly sweet, tangy and smooth as silk. The crust is tender and delicious. A light dusting of confectioners sugar is an extra touch that helps to balance out the tang. Although, that tangy burst of ... continue reading...
Easy Spring Flower Arrangement
Welcome to the first Monday of spring! It also happens to be Market Flower Monday here at Red Cottage Chronicles. If this is your first time visiting, every other Monday I share my love of fresh flowers by sharing easy flower arrangement ideas for you to try. I always try to keep the cost below $20, and this week my total for two bunches (3 different blooms) was just $16. It is now officially spring and although last week I shared with you how to arrange flowers ... continue reading...
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