Category Archives: Spiffy Decor

Rockin’ the Garden

I am a novice gardener . . . you know, the kind that still freaks out when there are spiders in the dirt and has to repeatedly call her Dad to ask if it is finally time to plant the cucumber seeds. I’ve never had a green thumb, or even wanted one, until recently. I thinkContinue reading “Rockin’ the Garden”

Snow Day To Do List:

Seeing as how I was highly grumpy when facing ANOTHER 16.5 inches of snow today (BLARGH), I decided it would be best to stay productive. Here are some snippets of what I did today, in hopes that they might inspire you out of the White Witch Blues. (Ahem: always-winter-never-Christmas, yes?) #1: Make Homemade Cocoa-Based Brownies! (IfContinue reading “Snow Day To Do List:”

JOYEUSE St.Valentin!

Happy Valentine’s Day!!! Check out  some of the notes that I shared with Friends  (and students!) on this lovely day: And. . . because laughter is just wonderful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=LDWJn3IwiaM My handsome valentine: The cupcakes I made for my students:  The adorable sweet notes that I received at work today! A very Happy Valentine’s Day toContinue reading “JOYEUSE St.Valentin!”

Soda Shoppe Sock Hop!

It‘s a Soda Shoppe Sock Hop!!! What better way to brighten up the winter months than with the charming colors of the fifties and the sweet classical feel of a soda shoppe? Think  of young Jimmy Stewart serving up soda fountain drinks. . .      via Now, as my three student Dance Committee volunteers and IContinue reading “Soda Shoppe Sock Hop!”

LOVE-ly Ideas!

via Top Ten Inspirational Ideas for VALENTINE’S DAY! #1: Make & Share the best medicine via and via #2: Walk in Love via #3: BUBBLES BUBBLES BUBBLES! via #4: Give Caffeine To Those You Truly Love via (go to “Eat Drink Chic” for the free printable) plus, if you are feeling especially loving, and can bake, youContinue reading “LOVE-ly Ideas!”

Name That Drawer!

This afternoon, I wanted to avoid awkwardly standing around while our (incredibly attractive) handy-man came to do some work on the apartment. . . SO, I organized the kitchen shelves. After organizing, however, I realized that my roommates might be confused by the new placements. . . which is why I decided to make .Continue reading “Name That Drawer!”

Branching in?

Spending time with one of my favorite people is NEVER a chore. . . and our most recent weekend was no exception! We revisited an old haunt, and walked away with amazing new books! With considerable pinspirational eye candy we tackled making stellar headband-roses . . .  and succeeded! I’ll have to share my pictures of that one someContinue reading “Branching in?”

Revolutionizing Jacob Marley

Jacob Marley was an expert on chains. In the 1938 film “A Christmas Carol”, Ebenezer Scrooge is brought face to face with his old business partner, Jacob Marley, who laments,   “I wear the chain I forged in life! I made it link by link and yard by yard! I gartered it on of my ownContinue reading “Revolutionizing Jacob Marley”

Belated Independence

Where did July go? I know, I know, it’s not over just yet, but I am shockingly behind myself on practically every front, which would be woefully embarrassing if I lacked a reason, but (thankfully?) my excuse is as timeless as a tacky 80s flick. Yessiree, I got mono. Before you ask, NO, I haveContinue reading “Belated Independence”