I've rounded up a collection of 10 summer centerpiece ideas that are unique and would be great for an outdoor or indoor table. I think I've covered most of the things that remind of summer: nature, flowers, fresh vegetables, fruit, fresh herbs, seashells, and aquatics. I'm still working on getting my house decorated for the summer months. I … [Read more...]
New Look
image via There have been a lot of things going on behind the scenes lately at Joyful Scribblings which is why I haven't been posting as regularly. If you've been reading my blog you'll notice things look different now. The content and information I share on my blog is still the same, I just switched to a different blog … [Read more...]
Angel Macaroons
I love easy recipes that don't require a lot of ingredients. This angel macaroon recipe is one of those recipes. It was originally published in the 1999 April/May issue of Taste of Home. I'm proud to be part of the Taste of Home network of bloggers. Most of the Taste of Home recipes I've tried have been crowd pleasers including these angel … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Weekend Inspiration
Things are going to be busy for me this Memorial Day weekend. My son graduated from high school last weekend and I'm throwing a party for him. In the midst of all the chaos, it's also my 24th Wedding Anniversary. Since I'm in party planning mode I thought I'd share some ideas to help you celebrate Memorial Weekend. I shared this … [Read more...]
Putnam Northern Mint Juleps
Memorial Day is a week away and I've asked my friend Anne to share her delicious Mint Julep recipe. It's a great way to start the summer. Enjoy! Hi, I'm Anne Putnam, and I will occasionally be sharing recipes on Dawn's blog. I love cooking, eating and drinking, so when I find a good recipe I enjoy sharing it! I hope you will enjoy my little … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Artwork for Your Walls
image from The Handmade Home I've been searching for photos and artwork for my bathroom gallery wall. I have an overabundance of photos I've taken over the years however, I don't own a lot of artwork unless it was drawn by my children. I recently discovered several options for inexpensive artwork from other bloggers that I follow. … [Read more...]
A Thoughtful & Easy DIY Gift
My friend Angela shared with me a brilliant, easy, inexpensive and thoughtful gift idea. For lack of better words, I'm going to call it The I AM BOX. What's even better is that her husband came up with the idea to make it for their daughter as a birthday gift. I think some cash was also included with the gift, but I love … [Read more...]
Easy Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
This is one of my favorite go to Chicken Parmigiana recipes. It's from the Southern Living Our Best Easy Weeknight Favorites cookbook. The cookbook has lots of great recipes that I make from time to time. Their eggplant parmigiana recipe is also one of my favorites. Add a side of pasta and a salad to this chicken parmigiana and you have a … [Read more...]
DIY Graduation Wreath
I'm in party planning mode right now for my son's graduation and I'm a little picky when it comes to decorations. Since it's my son's graduation I have to tone things down a little. My daughter's graduation decor will be a whole different look. Since most of the people coming to our open house already know where our house is … [Read more...]
Recipes in a Jar: Lemon Berry Trifle
These cute little lemon berry trifles in a mason jar make the perfect treat for dessert or a snack. You can make them ahead of time and they'll keep in the refrigerator for several hours. Lemon berry trifles are so easy to put together that even your kids can make them. With Mother's Day coming up this weekend, they would make the perfect treat … [Read more...]