Go “Nuts” for Spring this WinterSome people go stir-crazy waiting for Spring to come. After you read this you might decide it’s better to “go nuts” instead!
A bright floral spring display and fragrant aroma is always welcoming when snow is on the ground and old man winter keeps reminding us that he is still in charge.
A Wine BouquetA perfect gift for your host or hostess is a nice bottle of wine. We have all seen the velvet wine bags sold in stores these days - they're nice, but they lack individuality. Even worse are the plastic bags that your liquor store will offer. Don't do it! Over the years, I have created a wine bouquet wrapped around any bottle of wine that I offer as a gift. It takes little time, and people will stop and notice this charming way you present a bottle of wine, and your host or hostess will feel especially appreciated.
Creating a Pumpkin Centerpiece BouquetYou can bring your garden indoors with a small pumpkin and create a festive splash of fall color in your home.
MAR-LIGHT Glass BouquetMoonlight, twilight, and now Marlight, with my MAR-Light bouquet-in-a-glass.
Terrarium: A MAR-velous Glass GardenI get a lot of enjoyment from my terrariums as they are intriguing to guests who always find them interesting and beautiful.
Winter Delight NarcissusAs all my garden winter chores end, I find myself seeking a project that rewards me with color and interest in my home throughout the cold winter months.
Holiday WreathsAnyone can purchase a wreath for the holiday, but other than that ready-made red bow, what real interest does it have?
Tricks & Treats Halloween is arguably the most paradoxical of American Holidays despite its ever-increasing popularity.
Lost In TimeI, for one, want to enjoy keepsakes and that means using them and not hiding them in a closet or cupboard.
Pom Poms By MarOver the years I refined my process only to be trumped by Clover, a clever pom pom maker manufacturer.
Making Honeycomb Beeswax CandlesI love this project, and you too will see just how simple and fun this project is to do.
Which Way Does The Wind Blow?Weather vanes add so much interest to the total look of a house. Antique weather vanes are collector's items and can be centuries old.
Something Old Is Something NewI went to tag sales, estate sales and even live actions in hopes of finding some poor old shutters in need in need of new life.
Cheap And Chic Orchid DisplayAlthough inexpensive orchids are never much to look at in the store, they have great potential for a lot of creativity and style.
MAR-velous Moss BallsMy moss ball collection has grown over the years as I have found that the addition of the green color and texture can highlight almost any room in the home.
Preparing A Rose DisplayUsually when given roses, our first reaction is to put them in a vase with water. Here are some suggestions for presenting your roses in an elegant display.
The Pleasures Of A Potting Shed/Garden Studio:One of the earliest illustrations of a potting shed structure appeared late in the 1600's in a German volume on farming and gardening by W. H. von Hohberg.
