A beautiful sunset washed the sky with the prettiest pastel colors as I was driving home from work the other night. A soft shade of lavender swirled around hues of pink and pale blue. Behind it all was the glow of the sun and it was mesmerizing. The artistry in the sky inspired reminded me…
This lavender-inspired bedroom has me dreaming of spring. Looking at the photos, I can imagine how wonderful it smells as you nod off to dreamland. Lavender is recognized as a sleep aid and is said to help alleviate stress and anxiety. Sounds like the perfect remedy for sleepless nights! I love the simple botanical…
One of my favorite scents in the world is calming lavender … its sweet floral and herbal fragrance with balsamic undertones. One of the easiest ways to infuse its intoxicating scent throughout the home is with candles. I’ve found that dried lavender doesn’t diffuse throughout a room as quickly and evenly as a burning candle….
We’re still in the throes of winter, many of us are quarantining, and I thought it might be nice to focus on a little bit of luxury. What better way to unwind and de-stress than with a therapeutic soak in the bath tub? Â Add fragrant, homemade lavender rosemary bath salts to your bath for increased…
Lavender is one of my favorite scents and it offers so many wonderful benefits. This time of year when I struggle with cabin fever, I enjoy its calming fragrance that reminds me of the garden. I rounded up some of favorite lavender projects that you might want to try – just click on the links…
Have you ever noticed how certain fragrances transport you to another place and time? Cross the threshold into any bakery where cinnamon rolls are fresh out of the oven and you’re sure to flash back to a Saturday morning when mom was baking and you were impatiently waiting for sweet rolls while watching your favorite…
Lavender is one of my favorite fragrances and there are so many wonderful things you can do with this flowering herb. Use lavender in beauty products; use it as a garnish in salads or as an herb when cooking. Bake them into cookies and breads to enhance the flavor of food. You’re probably familiar with…
Yesterday Old Man Winter decided to dump his frosty self all over our neck of the woods to the tune of about 5 inches of snow. I’m not quite ready for it, but rather than wallow in my sorrow, how about a charming home tour instead? I think you’ll love Deb’s home. She blogs over…
Have you ever canned fruits or vegetables? I didn’t start canning until a few years ago. I was always afraid to do it, thinking it would take a ridiculous amount of hours. Well, I’m happy to say canning food is fairly easy and it doesn’t always take all day. Case in point, this recipe for…
Lavender is a nostalgic fragrance and one my favorite scents to bring into the home. As part of the Homemade Beauty and Household Product showcase, I’m going to show you how to make lavender potpourri. If you want to see more DIY beauty and home products, be sure to visit the other blogs in the…
Want an easy project you can make quickly that smells oh so good? I’m here to show you how to make lavender dryer sachets. Yes … dryer sachets! In a matter of minutes you can have pretty, lavender dryer sachets that you toss into your dryer to make your laundry smell fresh and beautiful. The…
The June/August issue of Country Living magazine arrived in my mailbox and there was a snippet about making lavender linen spray. Â Since I had leftover dried lavender buds from making sachets, I thought I’d put my stock to good use. Lavender linen spray is very easy to make and is far cheaper than buying it…
French Lavender is one of my favorite scents and I’ve been wanting to make lavender sachets for the longest time. I finally found a source for inexpensive lavender buds and placed an order immediately. It’s so easy to make these fragrant little sachets! Simply follow these 5 easy steps and you’ll have pretty little sachets…
Are you ready to tie on your virtual shoes and take a walking tour of beautiful Washington DC and its epic historic homes? There are so many interesting neighborhoods, gardens, museums and more in our country’s capital – it’s hard to fit everything into a single trip. Hubby and I were there last week and…
Red attracts attention more than other other color. It’s equated with love, passion, strength, energy, and even danger. The color can be a dynamic way to enliven a tired room when done right. Here’s 11 red decorating ideas to inspire every room in the house. Photo by Kathryn Ivey Interiors Red is typically a bold…
Most of us layer our beds with quilts and blankets during the fall and winter season. When spring rolls around, it’s time to pare back and lighten our bedrooms into a springtime sanctuary. This transformation can be as easy as changing bedding or adding a new plant or flower arrangement. Check out today’s collection of…
