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I am so excited to share "Mother's Day Gifts for the Gardening Mom," hosted by the incredibly talented Kari of Thistlewood Farms. It was an absolute thrill to partner with Hometalk and the amazing pool of talent that they brought together. So, grab your gardening hat because you're going to be blown away! First up, Laura from Finding … [Read more...]
It's a warm , sunny afternoon, and that couch is calling my name. In just a few short minutes, I'll be snuggled up under this blanket... drifting off into a fantastical world, filled with colorful dreams. I'll wake up to the sound of my girl walking through the door on this Friday afternoon, ready to start her … [Read more...]
Now that I'm finished, almost, with the first room in my House Beautiful series, I'm ready to start on the living room. I had fun rearranging and playing with accent pieces and accessories last night. And the room looks good, but it's missing a few important elements: pattern, sparkle, and a statement piece. The easiest way to add … [Read more...]
in the foyer Tip #1: Fresh flowers welcome family and friends. Trader Joe's has a nice selection of fresh flowers at a great price. in the living room Tip #2: natural elements are a great way to bring the outdoors in. Tip #3: Add life with color. Change out warm winter throw … [Read more...]
With some rearranging, a mixture of old and new and a little DIY, the teen lounge is now both a fun and functional hangout. It's a great place to kick off your shoes, sit back and relax. It's my daughter's landing-place after school each day. Once she walks through that door, she's in teenage heaven; her very own Narnia where she gets to … [Read more...]
I waited two looonnng weeks before we installed the new Possini White Flower light fixture from Lamps Plus in the teen lounge. I had a general knowledge of how to install a light fixture, but I didn't have the confidence to do it myself. So, we asked a friend for some help. Be sure to turn off the light switch, as well as the … [Read more...]
It's the first day of Spring! To celebrate, I'm going to share the gardening process from planning to planting. Let's get right to it! First, know your hardiness zone. This information will tell you which plants will thrive in your climate conditions. To find your hardiness zone, visit this site and enter your zip code. How much … [Read more...]
Do you wish you had a green thumb? Well, please join me and my fabulous co-hosts today on "After Class with Mrs. Hines" for some helpful tips on preparing your garden for Spring. We'll join Leo and Jane at their Cottage on the Crossroads where they'll share tips on getting a vegetable garden ready for Spring. And we need … [Read more...]
For years, I've wanted my very own, real live vanity tray. Like the one I bought Mrs. Hardy, my first grade teacher, for Christmas. So, I've waited and waited to find the perfect tray. Then, one day recently, as I was taking down a picture that I no longer wanted, it dawned on me that I could repurpose it as a vanity tray. I quickly … [Read more...]
I opened the door to check for a delivery, and there it was. Knowing exactly what was inside the package, I removed the lovely seal from Sutton Place Designs, and opened the carefully wrapped tissue paper to reveal a beautiful, blue ticking table runner, custom-made just for me by Ann. I had been imagining it on the dining room table long … [Read more...]
Welcome to Mrs. Hines Class where we celebrate life, one lesson at a time. Whether it's creating memories, sharing recipes, or conquering a DIY project, there's a lesson waiting for you. 
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