Saturday, May 31, 2014

tallulah janes weinie dog rescue ranch

a large fenced in area with little houses.....a wading pool.....a big shady tree...a gazebo with seats so they can sit and watch the world....

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Savannah Georgia vacation.....

Sorrel Weed House Ghost Tour and Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil Tour
and if I can drive thru McIntrye and find Honey Boo Boos house.....bonus!

Thursday, May 15, 2014

Monday, May 12, 2014

a patio bar....

What a great way to upcycle pallets into a bar for the patio! Use 2 pallets attached together then use a few stepping stones to create the top. http://www.welke.nl/photo/avanderzee/leuk-als-afscheiding.1399147282

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

cookie in a cup

Amish Broccoli Salad

Amish Broccoli Salad...
This is to die for...
1 head broccoli, chopped
1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound bacon, fried and crumbled
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

making a penny ball? I think I will!

http://lisamendedesign.blogspot.ca/2012/06/penny-ball-tuesday-tidbit.htm
Have you ever made or seen a penny ball? I saw these images when I was rambling around Pinterest and thought how clever! I have always loved spheres in gardens, but most of the ones I have been drawn to are quite expensive. This one piqued my interest, because it could be made with pennies. All you need are a bunch of pennies and an old bowling ball to make a beautiful garden sphere, that not only repels slugs, but also makes hydrangeas blue? I think this could be a fun summer project! The pennies don't patina like 100% copper does, but what a great looking sphere to add a little interest to your garden. You have to use a really strong glue like Amazing Goop in Home and Garden or marine formula because it is UV resistant and waterproof according to Beth Evans Ramos of a Greener Life. House of Hawthorne has a tutorial here. I am going to start saving my pennies now so I can make a penny ball with my kids this summer! Of course we have to find an old bowling ball too but that shouldn't be so hard, right? Finally, a purpose for a penny other than weighing down my purse!
I did it! of course, I decided to layer my pennies in somewhat of a design....I LOVE the way the sun shines on it and makes it sparkle!

Saturday, May 3, 2014

I declare....I do want to go to the Kentucky Derby 2015 to celebrate my 50 years on this earth!

and I want to wear a ridiculous hat and high heels and a classy suit dress....and try to drink a mint julep!

Friday, May 2, 2014

finally got the first batch of Super Laundry Sauce done! smells good.....

patio set from pallets!

I love this patio set upcycled from pallets! Here are a few other great ideas too http://www.goodshomedesign.com/recycle-pallets-turn-unique-pieces-furniture/