Easy Red White And Blue Mason Jar Vases
If you have followed me for awhile you know how much I love red white and blue celebrations. This Memorial Day might be a bit different because of Covid-19 but nonetheless we can still celebrate!...
View ArticleDinner party under our backyard tree
Last Sunday we had the family over for Sunday dinner. We decided to eat outside because it was so nice. We set up a dinner party under our backyard tree for the grandkids. Creating the table area We...
View ArticleFiesta Baby Shower Taco Salad Bar
This is “nacho” average baby shower I am amazed that I just realized that I never posted about my daughters baby shower that we had two years ago! I was working back then and my posting ability was...
View ArticleOutdoor Dinner For Two In Backyard
My hubby and I love to spend time out in our backyard as much as possible! Grilling is another favorite so tonight I created a pretty outdoor dinner for two in the backyard. I just wanted it to feel a...
View ArticleLearning how to make pasta in Italy
While in Abruzzo Italy we had the amazing opportunity to have a cooking lesson learning how to make pasta in Italy. It was totally a dream come true for me! I mean really who does not want to learn...
View ArticleLinky Party- Happy 4th of July
Welcome to another week of Centerpiece Wednesday Linky Party- Happy 4th of July! I love red white and blue and I was very inspired by all your Tablescape ideas that reflect this. Plus I am a huge fan...
View ArticleWelcome to Centerpiece Wednesday- July 8
Once again welcome to Centerpiece Wednesday- July 8 It was such a pleasure to see so many fabulous patriotic ideas linked up to Centerpiece Wednesday last week. I just love the 4th of July where we...
View ArticlePicnic in the Woods
Sunday we went for a drive up in the mountains to beat the heat and I decided to bring along a few things for a picnic in the woods. It was such a gorgeous day up there and about 13 degrees cooler...
View ArticleRomantic Outdoor Dinner
Inspired by the new book French Country Cottage Inspired Gatherings by Courtney Allison. I decided to try and create a romantic outdoor dinner at home for my hubby and myself. I am so excited to share...
View ArticleCenterpiece Wednesday Party time!
I love Centerpiece Wednesday party time! Each week I am so excited to see what everyone shares! Truly I get inspired to try some new things whether it be to try a new recipe, a new tablescape idea, a...
View ArticleDIY Tiki Bar Surf Party in backyard
What started as an idea for a tea party with my grandkids turned into a kind of Moana Surf party in the backyard with a DIY Tiki Bar! I had more fun than they did My sweet hubby and I created the DIY...
View ArticleI should be in Capri Italy right now
I should be in Capri Italy right now! But of course we all know why I am not. I am missing the gorgeous green aqua color water that surrounds the island. It is absolutely stunning there! The colors of...
View ArticleTomato Ricotta Basil Tart | Karins Kottage
This is such a great Tomato Ricotta Basil Tart anyone can make. It is so easy and made with simple fresh ingredients. It is the perfect summer dinner or lunch! I found this recipe on Table For Two...
View ArticleEasy Rustic Outdoor Fall Wedding Reception
I adore outdoor wedding receptions especially in the fall when the colors are so spectacular! The bright orange pumpkins, cornstalks, colorful fall leaves, twinkling lights…ahhh it just speaks to my...
View ArticleHow to Create a Fall Tablescape
How to create a Fall tablescape Idea using Gold, Peach and Purple colors! When my daughter Emily turned 26 I decided to have a nice Fall Sunday dinner for the family and there ended up being 17 people...
View ArticleRomantic outdoor grilled dinner and dessert
I shared our Romantic outdoor dinner at home tablescape yesterday and now I am sharing the details of all the food! As the sun started to set we started the grill. Our Romantic outdoor grilled dinner...
View ArticleMake Some Easy Coastal Napkin Rings
The other day I did my first LIVE on Facebook teaching everyone how to make a Coastal Christmas Wreath. In the video I also showed everyone my dining room and how to make some easy coastal napkin...
View ArticleHow to create outdoor fall tablescape easily
This post may contain affiliate links and I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. You can read my full disclaimer here. During this Autumn season it is...
View ArticleBest Family Halloween Celebration
We had the the Best Family Halloween Celebration yet! Who would think we would with all that is going on in the world today? COVID, UNREST, POLITICAL CRAZINESS, You name it 2020 has had it! So to have...
View ArticleHow to Decorate For A Fall Birthday Dinner Party
We celebrated our youngest daughter Emily’s 30 birthday last Monday! I want to share with you how to decorate for a fall dinner party that is really easy! Emily is pregnant with her second baby and...
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