Spotted: New York Mouth

Ever think to yourself, "What am I going to get the person who seems to have everything?"  Well how about a compilation of artisinal goodies delivered right to their door.  I love receiving a gift that takes days and days to try every delicious item enclosed and hopefully so will that hard to buy for person in your life.  Check out all the goodies at New York Mouth.

Love and Lemons

If you want to incorporate some healthy eating into your routine but not give up any flavor then this blog is for you.  Check out Love and Lemons for many great recipes for your seasonal vegetables and fruits.  The photography is stunning as well.

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Tiny White Daisies
I love this striped look.

Inspired Taste
Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal

Donkey and the Carrot
Great way to display your house number.

Carzy Cook
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail...yum!

Pickler

Last week I was picking up my monthly allotment of mason jars which I use for yogurt parfaits in the breakfast packages when I was approached with this question.  “Are you a jammer?” to which I was like “Huh?”  Meanwhile I was picturing myself playing air guitar in my head…thinking…I’ve been known to be a jammer.  When it dawned on me that she had some questions regarding jam as in jelly.  

I have been a “jammer” before in my lifetime but would not consider myself someone who should be giving any kind of advice on the subject.  However, I am thinking of becoming a pickler.   I love pickled vegetables served along meats, in drinks and served in bowls for a tasty snack.  Here is the recipe that I am going to try next week sometime.  However, when I become a “pickler” I think I would like a cooler term to throw around next time I’m shopping mason jars.  Any thoughts?

DIY: Personalized Mason Jars

This is a fantastic idea for a bridal shower, backyard bbq or even Sunday brunch.  In this post they used masking tape to add the hearts but I can't help but feel that a template might be easier.  Any way you do it the idea is fun and cute.

Spotted: Barkboard Rustic Chalkboard

I spotted this awesome combo at Olive Manna.  Now I went through phases with both chalkboards and the rustic tree inspired look but have since moved on.  I must say though the combo is making me reconsider.  What I love most about this piece is the versatility.  It could be used as signage,  a tray for cheese and appetizers or loaded up with lovely mismatched vases for a centerpiece.  The best part is no need for storing you can hang it on your wall for all kinds of lists and inspirational quotes until your next get together.

Stone Fruit Galette

When I need a little inspiration or even just a little pick my up I love to browse Tartlette to see all the beautiful and delicious creations.  I must say this stone fruit galette did the trick.  This will be on the menu this weekend.

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Glitter Guide
Peonies add just the right pop of color.

Emmaline Bride
To Sprinkle or not to Sprinkle.

All people quilt
Love the idea of pulling family heirlooms out of the moth balls and making them a focal.

Bakers Royale
Strawberry Shortcake on the Go.

Trend Alert: Concrete

Let's face it.  I run across alot of trend alerts in NYC and some I love and some are just meh!  But this one kind of called out to me...concrete.  I like the industrial vibe as well as the versatility that the pieces offer.  Here are a few of my favorites.


Concrete Low Dresser

Pebble Side Table

Concrete Tealight Totem

Concrete Fruit Bowl

Concrete Tiles by Dex

DIY: Rose Petal Ice Cubes

These ice cubes would be a welcome addition to any get-together.  They would look lovely in fresh squeezed lemonade or even as a way to kick up a pitcher of water.  You can use any untreated edible flowers or if you have some herbs that are going to be thrown away...try putting them in ice.