Ahhhhh, Spring! That time of year when one of my most highly anticipated rituals comes to fruition; planting that glorious California spring garden. Who doesn't love the fresh buds on...

Remember our CA GROWN Garden?   It's been pumping out loads of fresh veggies and flowers for a year and my family and I have been enjoying every minute of it.  I've learned that I don't...

Who loves a good repurpose?   Or a NEW function for something you wouldn't ever believe could serve two purposes?     I took a traditional, run-of-the-mill Chicken...

Did you realize we have some awesome fruit that grows here in California in the dead of winter?  Thanks to the amazing weather and rich soil here in the Golden State, we can enjoy sweet,...

I'm so excited to share this post!  We have been busy planning, designing, building and filling the newest addition to our home.  I usually plant a garden every summer and it...

This is one of the funnest, most festive projects I have made to date!  What screams Fall more than a pumpkin?  Well, now you can use the quintessential October mascot for your...

It seems as though every year about this time is the same story.  We start seeing all the pumpkins arriving at the store; lining the walls, strategically stacked on each other.  Big,...

There is nothing worse on a hot summer day than going in for a cool sip of wine to find that your glass has warmed up to lukewarm status. You've probably done things to avoid this situation, like...

Looking for a fresh and unique idea for your Mother's Day table this year?  This concept is actually great for any occasion or even when you have some leafy greens left over and want a...

In case you hadn't noticed, radishes are dirt cheap right now, pun intended.  I got mine at the local grocery store for 44 cents per bunch!    I love the crunch and the bite of radishes, but...

So, I just couldn't stop at the Asparagus Vase!   I thought about what else I could cover in beautiful, fresh asparagus and the natural answer would be candles! The asparagus spears bring an...

Looking for a few new decorating ideas for Spring? Incorporating California grown asparagus into your spring tablescapes and home decor provides a touch of whimsy while still looking ultra...