jerusalem artichokes

When my mother comes to visit, she always comes with something yummy to cook up and oftentimes, she brings something new to try.    So, what...

happy labor day

Wishing you a wonderful weekend! ciao! fabiana

a different kind of lily for fall

Liriope is one of my favorite, easy-to-grow garden plants, and this time of the year, they produce tons of these lovely little lavender flow...

september sunflowers

Nothing says “September” more than a bunch of fresh sunflowers. And they are so affordable right now! ciao! fabiana

hi mom!

"It is not until you become a mother  that your judgment slowly turns to   compassion and understanding.  "  -- Erma Bombeck ...

a few of my favorite things

                   A quiet Sunday with a few of my favorite things…  my favorite flowers, peonies... a copy of one of my favorite books,   ...

pink peonies with blue and white

I am finding pink peonies everywhere right now, and I love how they look when they are paired with beautiful blue and white ceramic pieces. ...

sunday

“A Sunday well-spent brings a week of content.” ciao! Fabiana   photo via Country Living 

Easter table inspiration

  Just a little Easter table inspiration from Pinterest . jeweled bunnies  bunnies at Pottery Barn  vibrant napkins and tablecloths from Hen...

an elegant Easter table in pink

Mixing dish patterns is a great way to set a unique and fun table.  This table in Southern Living magazine uses light pink chargers and del...

spring is here!

We are welcoming Spring today and  loving these pretty flower arrangements using pussy willows . Pussy willows always remind me of being a ...