Its such a sunny warm Spring day outside today. Flowers are sprouting out on the trees, and dandelions are suddenly appearing. Its a perfect day to sit outside with a cup of tea and plan the weekend Easter festivities. Today CCB Crew Member Peggy Terrell shares with us a fun bunny and mini carrots banner…
Only a few more days till Easter, can you believe it? And its the first day of Spring, that means warmer weather and outside adventures. Even a second Alice in Wonderland movie is on its way. Every time a rabbit project pops up, I think of Beatrix Potter and the Rabbit from Wonderland, scurrying around to…
Easter is only a few days away. Like many of us there is always so much to do before any holiday. Gifts, treats, décor and food preparation are always the main focus during the last week. If you want to get a little creative this Springy, Easter season, why not make a series of Easter…
Pastel colors like Peeps yellow and pink, chalky aqua, Robins egg, and fresh cream are all the soothing colors that come with the awakening of Spring and the celebration of Easter Day. Not to mention fluffy bunnies and baby chicks which make their appearance to farms, marketplaces and your own backyard. This time of year…
“It is the time you have wasted for your rose that makes your rose so important.” ― Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince….Such a great quote from The Little Prince. Time is has no bounds, no distance, no limits. With every second past, another second begins and ends again. As we sit back and reminisce…
Succulents are the hottest trend in gardening these days. Available in a ton of colors, low maintenance and great for decorating. Pink, green, yellow and muted colors are making up this plant palette. Housing these plants in concrete containers, brass or unconventional bases such as light bulbs and chandelier bases are part of this trend….
Nothing spells spring like a garden of fresh flowers starting to bloom. The sweet perfume air one smells when walking past fresh blooms. Farmers markets begin re-opening, veggies are at their freshest and flowers are wrapped in bundles waiting to fill that special kitchen vase. If allergies are an issue, why not buy artificial flowers that…
Who doesn’t love Rodeo Day or the festivities at the Kentucky Derby? The Derby is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky and is associated with many traditions. The Mint Julep, an iced drink with bourbon, mint and sugar is a traditional drink of the race. The Burgoo which is a thick stew of beef and vegetables is always…
“Birds of a feather flock together”and eggs do too. Nothing quite says Easter or Spring then farm fresh eggs, jellybeans, peeps and chocolate bunnies. Start gathering the sweet baskets, edible grass and candies, but please don’t forget the eggs. If you want to make a hit this Easter season why not create some faux egg…
Pillows are such an easy way to transform a room from season to season and holiday to holiday. Just tuck the old away and replace with a fresh pillow or pillow cover and your room suddenly looks fresh and new. Finished pillows are pretty expensive and they are actually so easy to make. You can start with a blank…