easter loveliness::

The beautiful spring came; and when nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also - Harriet Ann Jacobs

easter tidbits::

You know, one thing leads to another...
new friendships, the color wheel, old rusty collections, inspiring meetings, birthday greetings, a mother's love, a friend's gift, a new season, opportunity and faith.

Before, the time slips away from me like it usually does during any holiday. I leave you with this touching quote.

The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt in the heart- Hellen Keller

Easter joys to you and yours this Easter and Passover. Enjoy!
                                                     xxx Liz 

natural egg dyeing and vintage trim::

The sun was peeking through my kitchen window this morning as I gathered all the materials needed for this simple craft project: natural egg dyeing.
There are many recipes out on the web using veggies for this process. From blueberries to onions, I opted to dye eggs using a mild coffee instead. This project is very easy you'll want to create many decorative eggs in all kinds of patterns and hues. Tea can also be used but, I tried coffee first and I liked the outcome.

Here's what you'll need: 
large eggs {hard boiled}
mild coffee
vintage trims
vinegar
glue stick

How to:
Add 1 tablespoon vinegar to 1 cup mild coffee. Steep for 5 minutes or until desired color.
Let eggs dry thoroughly. Cut various vintage trims in all different sizes. Be creative..
I secured with a glue stick to hold trim in place. Elmer's should work too or any other glue you have on hand depending on drying time.

  Let me know if you decide to try this easy Spring project. I would love to hear all your comments.
  Have a great weekend.. Now, back to clean up my mess!
                                                                                        xxx Liz 

Easter::

            Sending my warmest wishes for a joyous Easter.
                 From, me to you and yours. Enjoy!

                                                                               xxx Liz

This Is Where The Easter Bunny Lives::

                              If you live in the Hudson Valley may I suggest Commodore Chocolate shop in Newburg, NY. It was on my list of to do's today. Lots of sweet treats to choose from. I think the Easter bunny lives here... I know it :)
                                                           Have a great Friday,
                                                            xxx Liz

A Blessing at Easter::

        
                                    
            For I remember it is Easter morn, And Life and Love and Peace are all new born. - Alice Freeman Palmer.
            Wishing You and Yours a Happy Easter!
                                             xxx Liz

Can't Forget The Peeps::

                       I went shopping yesterday, for some Easter goodies for the kids. Oops, I almost forgot peeps! Or did the peeps forget me? Three stores later... peep, peep. I think they were calling me. How could I forget my Daughter's faves. They are so cute, aren't they? No more dithering today.. I need to focus. I'll just eat more jelly beans. My candy of choice these days. Now, time to get back to my to do list! Are you ready for Easter? Me either!!
                                                              Peep, Peep!

                                                                   xxx Liz