Painted Hydrangea Centerpieces

We have a huge hydrangea bush at our house and I have never really thought about using them for decorations.  Well, maybe for dried arrangements but not fresh.  I was trying to think of a 4th of July centerpiece, as I was picking up tree clippings, and saw the hydrangea’s. Just white they are beautiful but since I am a little paint happy lately I wanted to try red and blue.  Read More


Raspberry Pretzel Dessert

Growing up my mom would make a dessert that will always be one of my all-time favorites.  This is the perfect combination of salty and sweet.  What a beautiful dessert for the 4th of July – just add fresh blueberries to the top for a red, white and blue look. Read More