Category Archives: Misc.

Wizard of Oz Party

Posted on August 1, 2022 by Phyllis

Phyllis  A Wizard of Oz Party is a fun theme for a special kid’s birthday! Ideas for this party include decorations, games, food ideas and a spooky walk in the woods! What fun the kids will have! There are lots … Continue reading →

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Spring Decorating Idea House – Part 1

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Phyllis

Three seasons a year, this idea house is decorated by a team of designers to highlight trends, re-purposed items, and seasonal ideas. This Spring Decorating post is the first of two posts containing many Spring ideas from this home. Hope you enjoy the ideas I have featured.

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The Bleeding Heart Flower and the Cinderella Story

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Phyllis

The Pink Bleeding Heart, one of my favorite flowering plants, is one of the first plants to bloom in the spring. It has lovely, heart-shaped flowers that are arrayed along arching stems like a string of pearls. It has a drop at the bottom and makes it appear to be bleeding. Let me tell you The Story of the Bleeding Heart Flower and The Story of Cinderella that lies within the flower Continue reading →

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Container Gardening – Thrill, Fill, Spill

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Phyllis

When container gardening, I’ve learned that the “Thrill, Fill, Spill” method really helps in  planning of what plants to use to crate a dramatic look.  Continue reading →

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Snowman Party Ideas for Kids

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Phyllis

“Mid-winter blues” call for some fun! Brighten up the day with a fun-filled Snowman Party. These ideas can be used for a Tea, Birthday Party, Sleep-over, or just any special day. Continue reading →

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Rose Tea Party or Luncheon Ideas

Posted on July 13, 2017 by Phyllis

I enjoy doing themes for teas or luncheons. It’s fun to carry out the theme in various ways through food and decorations. These rose tea party or luncheon ideas are ones that my sister and I did for a tea. Some are original and some we found through various sources. Continue reading →

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Cowboy Baby Shower

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Phyllis

Looking for ideas for a boy baby shower? This Cowboy Baby Shower is perfect for a little buckaroo! Decorations, food and game ideas are all included in this cute shower theme. Continue reading →

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Winter Sunset

Posted on January 4, 2016 by Phyllis

Most of the beautiful sunsets occur during the summer with the gorgeous colors mirrored across the lake. However, this winter sunset was awesome with the patterns on the ice. I had to take a picture and show that winter can be beautiful, too. Continue reading →

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Amazing Sunsets

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Phyllis

During the summer, we see some Amazing Sunsets! Each one is completely different. Even though it is take from our same yard, the colors, clouds, and water change to paint a different picture every time. Continue reading →

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My Bluebird Story

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Phyllis

An unusual place for a bluebird nest, but one where we got to watch all the happenings of hatching, feeding and caring for the bluebird babies. Continue reading →

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