Whew!

Wow, What have I been up to? Nothing. Summer vacation for two weeks in June was outta state. Then it was time to get my oldest son's birthday party in line and done. Then fourth of July parties. Now Football camp for my oldest son. Whew! Anybody else have a fast summer zooming by?
Because I am soooooo behind I have decided to share some inspiration photos. Something for me to look upon for motivation and inspiration once the kiddies are back in school and a few more hours are mine....

photos above DIYmagazine @ DIYideas.com

Check out this recipe: Yum!!!!!
Who wouldn't love these Strawberry Scones for breakfast?!

A new addiction to my busy days has been Polyvore.com

Check out their blog here!

Free to join and let yourself loose, art, fashion, interior.... word of warning: IT'S ADDICTIVE!!!!

If you join, look up the group Ensemble Avenue and join my group!

Best for last: DIY YOUR OWN FIREBOWL!

1. Find a lovely 10-inch diameter terra cotta bowl
2. Place a 13-ounce can of clean-burning gel-alcohol fuel in the bowl.
3. Surround the cans sides and bottom with tumbled recycled glass.

How dang cute is that?!!!!! Just remember to keep it safe and clear of surrounding areas and kids, etc. etc. etc.

'Till next time my bloggie friends! Enjoy!

Bring on the Spring feelings!

Are you ready for spring? I know, it is officially spring, but for most of us, it sure doesn't feel like it. We've mowed the lawn already, but the temperature just doesn't hit that spring level! And we have had soooooo many cloudy days! So many people are getting colds and flu. I've got such a busy week these next weeks. Doctors appointments, next week my oldest boy has his tonsils and adnoids out, plus tubes in his ears! I'm not sure how much "Kreating" I'll get to do. So I thought I'd cheer myself up with these great pics from DIYideas.com hope you enjoy it also.

Wouldn't it be nice to have an area all to yourself for JUST GARDENING! You and no one else are allowed to go in there. Now I'm thinking what a great place for an easel. So many ideas going off in my head for this one!

I could spend alllllllll day here! Just bring me my ice cold water, my magazines and a nap! *sigh*

Hen and Chicks- so easy to care for! These are part of the cactus family! So you don't need much water and you can leave it out in the winter and they come back every spring! (I'm in Indiana and my mom is in South Dakota and they survive winters here and there!)

Rye grass is sooooo easy to get and grow! I like this little grouping!

A lot of the neighborhoods have these tents that sit on their deck. I love the bamboo privacy fence they put in this one! That is a great idea! And those white curtains- makes it so soft and eases on the breezes!


This looks like a friend and a tall glass of ice tea belong there!

Have to end this post with this- a project, of course!
How cool is this? Use those cheap pavers to make containers!

Step One
Form the sides of the planter. On a flat surface, place four 12X12-inch or 8X16-inch pavers on edge to form a square. Tilt one paver over and lay a bead of landscape-block adhesive along each mating side. Then replace the paver. Do the same to the paver on the opposite side of the square. All four seams of the square should now be adhered. Make any needed adjustments to ensure that the pavers form a true square.

Step Two
Add the bottom. Apply adhesive along the upward-facing edges of the planter in a drop pattern rather than a solid bead. This will create small channels for drainage. Then place one 12X12-inch or two 8X16-inch pavers on top to form the bottom. Allow the adhesive to harden for at least 24 hours before moving the planter.

Step Three
Move the planter into position and fill it with potting mix; then plant your favorite ornamentals.

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