From garden to tabletop, an elegant summer centerpiece of yellow roses, hydrangeas and lemons. Select your favorite flowers, vegetables and fruits – be creative and have fun!

Here are a few great tips for choosing the perfect components for a stunning floral arrangement.

Select blooms that are tight and just beginning to open.

Flutter into spring with this beautiful butterfly floral design.  It’s so easy, even I did it!

Begin by clipping the bottoms of the branches to desired and varied lengths. 

To continue your butterfly Spring-themed tabletop, dress your table in style with Beauville table linens from the Alsace region of France. 

Make this Mother’s Day one to remember by taking Mom on a bike ride and picnic she will really love !!    

The chill is still in the air, and we have a few more weeks of winter parties to enjoy!

We had an event up at Windsor Oaks Vineyards and Winery recently.

When I have made this in the past I cheated a bit, you can buy the pre made pie shell to save on some time!

There is no greater gift during the hectic holiday season than creating new memories with family and friends.  I always try to prepare as much as possible in advance so that along with my guests, I can enjoy the party as well. 

New Years Eve is the one holiday party that keeps on going…. in each country and in every time zone, someone is celebrating. 

Let’s welcome Autumn and the cooler weather it brings by hosting a chili cook-off “contest” party – it’s a unique way to get together with friends and have some fun!