Happy Easter!

It doesn't get any better than this Easter! The weather was perfect. Food was yummy and egg hunt was fun. I would write more about it but I am "egg-hausted" (I know...a bad joke).

table setting - "Springy" plates and burlap runner

another view

Aunt Chrissy arrives and being the "Queen of Staging" - adds this chair for more punch.

close up on place setting (above) -- kids table (below)

And the egg hunt begins - clue:

There is an egg hanging in a tree,

if you find it… you can have it for free.

clue:

A swing looks like a chair in the air,

Go to it now, you'll find an egg there.

clue:

We all have an angel that looks over us,

Find one now and make a big fuss.

Miss B, Mister J and Mister W on the hunt...

bunny made by Miss B

Happy Easter from our front door to yours!

Mantel in the making...

I'm still on the quest to re-do my mantel. I started the "fantabulizing" process this weekend with a trip to Shutters. Here's just a small corner of the mantel. It is already looking more "loved" - amazing what a little greenery and color can do. The planter on the corner will be sprayed cream but not today since its a rainy, dreary Monday. I love the "33" (our house number) because it brings in a little whimsy and more "green."

PS: if you are in need of a mood-lifter this rainy day - head to the Shutters blog. Our customer's home has been featured in designNJ. It will instantly transport you to summer and flip flops.

"before" in photo below

Spring!

Spring has finally arrived at 1:32PM today...and none too soon. Wishing everyone lush gardens and happy flowers!

pretzel tin of daisies from Chris's home

London lovelies....

A friend and former colleague of mine shared these lovely shots from London. These were taken last year outside her favorite store, Daylesford Organic. It looks like my kind of place. I covet the green metal table and chairs. Thanks, Lynn for transporting me to Spring even if for a moment!

photos courtesy of Lynn Carlson Popat