Vintage Inspired Lamb Cake with a Modern Twist
Mar 11, 2024 | Holidays, Recipes
Growing up, I remember my Mother making a lamb cake in a Nordic Ware cake mold. To Daddy's delight, she covered it with seven-minute whipped frosting and a lovely coating of fluffy white coconut. She served it on top of her beautiful milk glass cake pedestal covered...
Join us for an author meet and greet with Lian Dolan
Mar 11, 2024 | Special Events, What We're Reading
During the pandemic, our book club pivoted immediately to virtual meetings, so our club never missed a meeting. Happily supporting our efforts to continue our community, author Lian Dolan joined us to discuss her 2020 book The Sweeney Sisters. What a delight she is....
Tips for a Simple Easter Tablescape
Mar 11, 2024 | Holidays
Does anyone else feel we were ringing in the new year just a few weeks ago and are now preparing to celebrate Easter? Honestly, where has this year gone? This Easter, keep things simple and focused on bright colors. I found a set of six faux grass placemats on...
Visit Texas Tulips in Pilot Point – Truly Farm to Table
Feb 27, 2024 | Gardening
Mr. Twist and I had a fun day date at Texas Tulips and I couldn't wait to share all the details so you can plan to cut your tulips before their season ends. Texas Tulips is an easy drive to Pilot Point just north of Dallas. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 8...
February is Heart Month: This Post Changed my Life
Feb 27, 2024 | It's Personal
February is Heart Month, designated by the American Heart Association to raise awareness of women's risk of heart disease and stroke. One hundred years ago, in 1924, the American Heart Association was founded. From humble beginnings, the AHA has grown into the...
She taught me how to prepare fabulous food, entertain guests with style and design a traditional home with a pop of color and a splash of animal print. Share my fondness of blending Mother’s mid-century style with a modern spin.