How to create a succulent dish garden easily with a few plants, a container some rocks, and soil. With Mothers Day a week away I thought I would share how to create a succulent dish garden. This garden is super simple to make and is a lovely gift idea for any of the women or…
How to create a Spinning Succulent Centerpiece And so ….the Industrial Vintage hardware spinner arrived. And instead of the typical way I would have used this piece, I decided to create a spinning succulent centerpiece. I imagine, I could have used this Industrial Vintage Hardware Spinner for a lot of things…
I wrote this post specifically for the green and non green thumb plant lovers. You know who you are….we won’t tell. Succulent gardens….. Aren’t they pretty? The definition of a succulent, is a plant that retains water. That’s why the leaves are generally thick and full looking. For the non-green thumbs, they require little maintenance…
Truth be told, I’m easy to please when it comes to gift-giving….but don’t tell my hubby and kids, until after Mother’s Day. It seems like just yesterday, that I was opening the sweet homemade crafts and cards that the kids made in school. Luckily I still get a homemade card but the gift options may…
My favorite tips to care for houseplants….and you don’t need a green thumb.
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas….under $20 that would make the most thoughtful gift for your love Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas….under $20 With Valentine’s Day two weeks away, it’s time to start shopping for your sweetheart. I put together 10 gift ideas that anyone would love and they are all under $20.00. Even better! I love this…
5 Low Maintenance Houseplants that anybody with or without a green thumb can grow and enjoy in their cozy home. I must admit, I was blessed with a green thumb that seems to get greener with age. Kinda like fine wine or the wrinkles on my forehead…just keeps getting better! 🙂 But I am blessed….
Getting you all set for Cinco de Mayo with food, decoration and drink ideas One of the elements of a cozy home is being able to entertain, comfortable….in my own home. Whether it’s 1 or a guest list of many, providing an effortless event of food, drink and decor helps everyone feel comfortable and…
10 Hostess Gifts Under $10 that you hostess will sure to love With the holiday season upon us , I like to stock up on a few hostess gifts that I can take with me when visiting friends and family. As long as I can remember I have showed up with a little something for…
3 Last minute Cinco de Mayo ideas When we hear Cinco de Mayo most ( including me) would think celebrating with a good ole margarita with some chips and salsa. Although it sounds like the perfect plan to celebrate, Cinco de Mayo is much more then that. In a nut shell, Mexico had trouble paying…
Houseplants that will instantly create a cozy home Welcome to another Cozy Living Series. If you missed last months, you can catch up here. Today I wanted to share houseplants that will instantly create a cozy home. I am including a few of my favorites that I have around my home at Duke Manor Farm. Besides…
Hanging Spring basket using live plants and flowers Typically the wreaths that I make for each new season are assembled with faux blooms and greenery, but this Spring I wanted to try something different. I wanted to create a hanging spring basket using live plants and flowers. I love the look of the fresh plants…