Lemon and cranberry are one of those classic taste combinations we all love. When combined into a buttery scone and topped with a sweet glaze, it’s almost irresistible. This is my favourite scone recipe because the balance between sweetness and tartness is just perfect. In this post, I share my recipe for the best lemon cranberry scones in an easy to print format. I hope you love them as much as we do! This recipe makes 8 large scones. The preparation time is 20 minutes, and the baking time ...
Vintage Sofa Reupholstery of a Family Heirloom
Have you ever had a décor project that meant a lot more to you than just decorating? This sofa reupholstery project is meaningful to me because the sofa belonged to my beloved grandparents and was part of my life since I can remember. In this post, Vintage Sofa Reupholstery of a Family Heirloom, I show you the process of selecting fabric and finishes and how the project progressed over two years. I completed the work myself and took a long break when I was about 75% of the way through the ...
6 Indoor Plants Perfect for Farmhouse Décor
With the recent social distancing measures and more time spent at home, many of us want to add a little green to our homes. Plants provide a connection to nature, give us something living to care for, and help purify our indoor air. And they’re beautiful too! In this post, 6 indoor plants perfect for farmhouse décor, I share with you some of my favourite houseplants that compliment farmhouse décor. However, these plants would work equally well in a boho or modern style home. Additionally, all ...
Easy Rhubarb Coffee Cake Recipe
This time of year, and all summer for that matter, our garden has an abundance of rhubarb. In fact, it tends to take over the garden. I have several go-to rhubarb recipes that I make often. Baked goods in our home get eaten up pretty quickly with three growing boys! But this recipe is also great for a large gathering, such as brunch or an afternoon tea or coffee break. If you're looking for a delicious, easy rhubarb coffee cake recipe, you've come to the right place. I've tried to keep the ...
DIY Chalkboard and Chalkboard Art
I’m sharing this DIY chalkboard and chalkboard art project with you so that you can make your own chalkboard customized to whatever size you want. I had searched for a specific-sized chalkboard without success for months before I decided to make my own. It was much easier than I thought it would be. I’m also sharing my favourite method for creating customized chalkboard art and the transfer method. Best of all, you can change up your chalkboard whenever you want. The result is a new look for ...
Coffee Bar Décor through the Seasons
Around this time last year, I shared my post How to Create a Cute Coffee Bar in Any Space. I hope you’ll check it out to see how I turned a small corner of our dining room into a useful and whimsical spot. In this post, I share with you my coffee bar décor through the seasons. This includes twelve months of photographs showcasing different looks in each photo. If you are looking for seasonal ideas for decorating your coffee bar, you’ve come to the right place. Sit back, grab a coffee, and have ...
