Retirement Party Ideas….by Lita Lane

Published September 15, 2014

Retirement Party   A well-planned retirement party should be both light-hearted and fun while still honoring the career of the retiree and reflecting back on the accomplishment and contributions that the individual made during their tenure with the company.  ... Continue reading →

Ordering Wine

Published April 30, 2014

I'm not embarrassed to say that I enjoy a nice glass of wine with dinner when we decide to go out for the evening to a favorite restaurant. But many times I find the wine list quite overwhelming. Do we... Continue reading →

Beautiful Mother's Day Arrangement (or other occasion)

Published November 07, 2012

[caption id="attachment_1664" align="alignright" width="199"] Try to coordinate your flowers with your jelly beans...gorgeous![/caption] Mother's Day Bouquet   Have you given any thought as to what you would like to get your Mom this year for Mother's Day? Why not put... Continue reading →

Mother's Day Lunch Place Setting Idea

Mother's Day Lunch   This year treat your mother to an intimate lunch gathering in her honor. A small get together with the family or perhaps a few of her close friends would surely put a smile on her face.... Continue reading →

Mason Jar Garden Ornaments

[caption id="attachment_1658" align="alignright" width="198"] Any kind of metal garden stick would work fine for this idea.[/caption] Mason Jar Garden Ornaments   Decorate your garden this summer with these pretty garden luminaries. Mason jars are available at your local grocery store... Continue reading →

Hosta Ice Bucket

Hosta Ice Bucket   I love this time of year when we can entertain outdoors and the gardens are full of summer plants and flowers. There's something nice about heading out into the garden and snipping a few of our... Continue reading →

Floral Votives: Lavender

Published November 06, 2012

[caption id="attachment_1635" align="alignright" width="150"] Use lavender from your garden for this idea.[/caption] Floral Votives   Now that the warm weather is upon us it's a great time to head outdoors and spend some time entertaining. If you are planning a... Continue reading →

Floating Candles in Cylinders

[caption id="attachment_1632" align="alignright" width="202"] Use hydrangea heads from your garden for this.[/caption] Floating Floral     Creating a beautiful table centerpiece doesn't have to be time-consuming or arduous. If you keep the basic items on hand you can assemble something in... Continue reading →

Simple Table Arrangement

Published November 01, 2012

[caption id="attachment_1593" align="alignright" width="199"] Gerbera daisies can be purchased at local grocery stores[/caption] A Simple Table Arrangement   Sometimes at this time of year it's nice to put together a simple and easy flower arrangement. It may be for your... Continue reading →

Wedding & Baby Shower Ideas; White Miniature Box with Rose

Published October 02, 2012

Beautiful bouquets, floral centerpieces, sweets and savories all make up the fine points for a wonderful wedding or baby shower. It really is all in the details if you want to host a shower that will guests will remember. If... Continue reading →