Unique St. Patrick’s Printable

I am absolutely IN LOVE with this St. Patrick’s Day printable by TaiDye Original You can go HERE to the blog post with the printable.

Know why? Because, even though I know the “luck of the Irish” is a traditional saying and concept, etc. and folks bandy about the saying, “I’m so lucky…” at the drop of a hat, hearing it always bothers me.

One of the images I have pinned on Pinterest says, “No, I’m not lucky. Yes, I am blessed.” And that is the way I feel. I guess luck is something I don’t really “believe” in. So, when I saw the printable above online, I was thankful. Thankful because, even in the midst of St. Patty’s Day festivities, blessings are being recognized and celebrated.

I know, I know, “luck” is just a word. But, it’s a word I’m not comfortable with personally. “Blessed” describes my life much better.

CY, Laurie

Silver Tray Wreath-ified

Hanging above my mantel these days…an old silver tray framed by a white twig and berry wreath, embellished with a magnolia blossom. Another decorative accent with the look of tradition, Old South, heirloom-iness, etc.

CY, Laurie

The Newest Thing: The “Pet Stache”

Mustaches are all the rage these days, right?! But have you seen…

The CAT STACHE?

And what about…

The KITTY PUCKER?

My cutie poo daughter made these adorable little mustache- and pink lips-on-sticks so our kitty cats could play “dress up” and be sophisticated and glamorous for the day (okay, for the minute!).
Don’t they look cute? My girl is the most creative person I know and I am so blessed to be her mom and be inspired by her creativity each and every day!!!

CY, Laurie

Pot of Gold Treat Bag with Printable {Pinterest Find}

Have you seen this adorable St. Patty’s Day treat bag idea? It’s been pinned tons of times on Pinterest, but I thought it was SO clever, I wanted to share it here on the blog, too!

You can go HERE to go directly to the blog where it originated and find out where to get the tag printable! Thanks goes to  It Is What It Is ! So CUTE!

CY, Laurie

Beadboard Art: Home State Love

We had some leftover white beadboard panels around the house, so I asked my husband to cut one of them down in to smaller sizes so I could make some art.

I have a Pinterest board I call “Where My Heart is Home” where I collect links related to my home state, city, town, etc. So that’s what inspired this art.

I enjoyed painting on this texture and the resulting visual effect. I have some other art ideas in the works as well for gifts, etc. that I’m excited about. I just love finding a way to use materials I already have sitting around my house!!

Have you used beadboard in your home?

CY, Laurie

Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies {St. Patty’s Day Plus!}

These scrumptious-looking Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies are a Pinterest find which I can’t wait to try! They will make a perfect St. Patrick’s Day treat – and also great for the holiday season and any other green-related day! (Think Earth Day, Arbor Day, etc.)

Go HERE to go directly to the recipe source!

CY, Laurie

Thrift Lamp Find: What Style Is It?

I was happy to find this table lamp at a local thrift shop recently. It’s nice and tall and solid wood, with a lovely carved design. I also found a perfect shade for it, in black. Thrifted the whole thing for less than $7!

I don’t know what style this lamp/carving is! Does anyone out there in blogland know? I would appreciate any ideas or direction! I’ve done a little research,  but haven’t come been able to narrow it down yet.

I have the lamp sitting on my thrifted sewing machine table in my dining room window right now. It looks so pretty in the evening,  softly lighting the room. Perfectly, inexpensively at home!

CY, Laurie