Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Burlap Hearts

I have been really liking anything made of burlap lately.  I have been seeing burlap creations on Pinterest.  So, I took my Pinterest inspiration and created a burlap heart of my own.  I didn't have a small nest but, this worked out. 


I had an old lace applique that worked out really well on the smaller heart.

These are very easy to make.  I just cut a heart pattern out of newspaper or notebook paper.  I sewed the two pieces together, turned , and stuffed the hearts with fiber-fill.  Then decorated with whatever I had on hand.   Create some of your own for spring!
 
Sherry
 I will link this to:
A Return to Loveliness  at A Delightsome Life
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
White Wednesday  at Faded Charm
What's It Wednesdays  at Ivy and Elephants
Wednesday Show Off  at Elna-Sudden
Air Your Laundry Friday  at Freckled Laundry

Sunday, January 29, 2012

Pinning Spring

 
Is anybody ready for spring yet?  It isn't far away.   I have noticed since Pinterest I never lack for ideas to try for the blog.  Here are some ideas I have been pinning for spring. 



source: BHG via Sherry on Pinterest

source: Maison Charmate via Sherry on Pinterest
  Sherry

I will link with:
Pinning and Singing Party with Natasha at 5 Minutes Just For Me  
Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper 

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Sweetheart Cinnamon Rolls

A really simple treat you can make for your Sweetheart on Valentine's Day are these heart shaped cinnamon rolls.

Now, you can use your favorite recipe and make these from scratch, or you can do it the easy way like I did and use a canned ready made cinnamon roll from you local grocery.

I shaped the rolls on the cookie sheet like this.  I really wasn't very neat about it.  I looked at them and thought, Oh these will never turn out picture perfect.

But, my speedy assembly didn't really make these cinnamon rolls look bad.  They cooked up really nicely anyway.

So, pour your Sweetheart a a cup of tea and give them a Sweetheart Cinnamon Roll.
Enjoy!
Sherry
I will link this to: 
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
This Chick Cooked at This Chick Cooks
Friday Food at Mom Trends
Foodie Friday at Designs by Gollum 
What's It Wednesday   at Ivy and Elephants  
Thriving on Thursdays  at Domesblissity
Crazy Sweet Tuesday  at Crazy for Crust
Your Cozy Home Party  at Cozy Home Scenes

Monday, January 23, 2012

A Rose Tea

I am having a rose themed tea today in honor of Rose Chintz Cottage's 2nd Birthday of Tea Time Tuesday.  

 This rose teacup is by Kent Pottery.

 This teapot is decorated with ceramic roses.

This little vintage plate is covered in roses.  I made my cinnamon rolls heart shaped.  I'll show how I did that tomorrow.

And, to make it complete a few vintage linens.  Happy Birthday to Tea Time Tuesday!  It is always fun to pop over and visit Sandi at Rose Chintz Cottage who lives on the beautiful Prince Edward Island.  Go and check her blog out.  
 Sherry
 I will join:
Table Top Tuesday  at A Stroll Thru Life
Tea Time Tuesday at Rose Chintz Cottage
Tea Cup Tuesday at Martha's Favorites
Tea Cup Tuesday at Artful Affirmations
Tea Party Tuesday  at Sweetology 
Tuesday Cuppa Tea  at Antiques and Teacups
Tea For Friends  at Bernideen's Tea Time Blog
A Return to Loveliness  at A Delightsome Life

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Brown Transferware Love!

I had a lucky win a few weeks ago.  I won this giveaway from Alison at The Polohouse.
If you haven't visited her before you are in for a treat.  She lives in a polo barn and stables that have been converted into a house.  Think Ralph Lauren, this is the classic good looks you will find in this equestrian styled house. It is just gorgeous!

Alison even had these cute little tags with a polo horse on them.

So, what I won was this beautiful old brown transferware platter.

I look for brown transferware all of the time and I can never find any.  I was so excited to get this!

I also have this soap dish.

 She also gave me this cute soap imported from Sweden by her friend.

And these sweet little puppy salt and peppers.   Thank you again Alison!  I am a very proud owner of these goodies and the transferware.  
  Sherry
 I will join:
Show off Your Cottage Monday  at The House in the Roses  

 Seasonal Sundays at The Tablescaper

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Pinto Bean Chili

This spicy southwest flavored chili has long been a favorite of mine.  I got the recipe out of Great Good Food by Julee Rosso.  I changed up the recipe a bit to make this, I will put a note on the bottom about how I did it.  Lots of good flavors and veggies in this for a healthy chili.

Pinto Bean Chili

1 Tsp canola oil
2 cups diced onion
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 pounds lean boneless chuck, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 Tsp paprika
2 Tsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp minced fresh oregano
2 Tbsp chili powder
2 cans (28 ounces each) plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped, with their juice
1 cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper
1 cup coarsely chopped yellow bell pepper
1 cup coarsely chopped orange bell pepper
3 cups beef broth
3 cups pinto beans, soaked overnight and drained
1/2 cup minced fresh basil
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro


  1. In a large stockpot, heat the oil over low heat.   Add the onion and garlic and saute' for 5 minutes.  Add the meat and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until browned.  Sprinkle with the paprika, cumin, oregano, and chili powder, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.  Stir in the tomatoes, peppers, broth, and beans.  Bring to a boil, partially cover, and simmer for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  2. Taste  and adjust the seasoning; stir in the basil and cilantro.
Serves: 12

Note* I used cannellini beans in this.  They were what I had on hand, canned from the supermarket.  I also used left over chuck roast from a pot roast instead of starting from scratch.  It wasn't 2 pounds of beef.  This made the recipe easier.  I just threw it all in the crock pot and heated it up about 4-5 hours on low.   I also only used a single green pepper to save on cost.

Enjoy!
Sherry
I will link this to: 
Wow Us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
This Chick Cooked at This Chick Cooks
Friday Food at Mom Trends
Foodie Friday at Designs by Gollum 
What's It Wednesday   at Ivy and Elephants  
Thriving on Thursdays  at Domesblissity

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Time For Angels


An Angel in the House

How sweet it were, if without feeble fright,
Or dying of the beauteous, dreadful sight,
An angel came to us, and we could bear
To see him issue from the silent air
At evening in our room, and bend on ours
His divine eyes, and bring us from his bowers
News of dear friends and children who have never
Been dead indeed, as we shall know for ever,
Alas! we think not what we daily see
About our hearths, angels that are to be.
Or may be if they will; and we prepare
Their souls and ours to meet in happy air,
A child a friend, a wife, whose soft heart sings
In unison with ours, waiting for future wings.

Leigh Hunt 1784-1859

 Sherry
 I will join:
Show off Your Cottage Monday  at The House in the Roses 
Table Top Tuesday  at A Stroll Thru Life
Your Cozy Home Party  with Cozy Home Scenes
Tea Time Tuesday at Rose Chintz Cottage
Tea Cup Tuesday at Martha's Favorites
Tea Pot and Tea Things Tuesday at Breath of Fresh Air
Tea Cup Tuesday at Artful Affirmations
Tea Party Tuesday  at Sweetology 
Tuesday Cuppa Tea  at Antiques and Teacups
A Return to Loveliness  at A Delightsome Life

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Home Sweet Home #49

Hello and welcome to Home Sweet Home!  Today I am showing off a winter table.  We haven't had a very cold winter.  Yesterday it was 56!  But, I am sure we will have some cold days yet.  So, I just put the chili in the crockpot and put out these pretty dishes.
*Today the internet is acting squirrely so I'm putting this on early.

I love how I have been seeing trophies used in decorating.  I thrifted this one right after the New Year and it is my favorite new find.  If you are interested in how I took this photo shoot.  I give the play by play on my photography blog; The Charm of Home Photography, click the link to view. 

Now, I would like to feature some posts that got my attention from last week's Home Sweet Home!  

Liz at Rose Vignettes showed off her carnations in her monthly party Fresh Cut Friday.

Samara at The Dressing Room had a great kitchen makeover.

Linda at It All Started With Paint had a great entry makeover.

Erin at Just*Grand showed off the evolution of her drapes in her beautiful homes.

Linda at Coastal Charm had a great DIY bathroom makeover.

Thank you to all who join me at Home Sweet Home!  It is awesome to have you here!  
Sherry
I will join these ladies today: 
Inspiration Friday At The Picket Fence
Vintage Inspiration Friday at Common Ground 
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
Fridays Unfolded  at Stuff and Nonsense
Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Farmhouse Friday at LaurieAnna's Vintage Home
Thrift'n On a Thursday  with Savvy City Farmer


Guidelines for Home Sweet Home Party:
Attention: To link up with inlinkz you must have a permalink back to this party in your post or they will not allow you to link.  
Link up anything in your home or garden.  During the holidays, I'll love seeing neat shops too!
My button is on my sidebar for the party, if you want to use it.   If you are new here I hope you will become a follower. Please don't link up more than two posts.  No Etsy link ups or direct advertising, please.  Please visit some of the other blogs and get some great inspiration.  Thanks.:)
Now let's see your beautiful homes!