Yesterday morning, I noticed so many people photographing their breakfast and sharing it on Instagram. So I was inspired to do the same. I made a fresh egg cooked inside a slice of 7 sprouted grains bread, seasoned with fresh thyme, sea salt and pepper. I toasted the bread in olive oil first, then cut…
At the Willetta restoration, we created a large closet off of the dining room by enclosing a portion of an old adjacent storage area. The purpose of this room is to become the silver, crystal, linen and china closet. I’ve always wanted a separate space to store my “stuff”- large trays, candlesticks, tablecloths, dishes, silverware…
My friend and neighbor, Dawn, invited me to a spontaneous DIY Girls’ Night Out at Porter Barn Wood in Phoenix. I have to chuckle because I don’t believe I’ve ever gone on a Girls’ Night Out. I am so swamped that when I do have a moment, I tend to spend it here at Bella…
I wanted to make something for my husband and the wonderful crew I have at the Willetta restoration. One of my husband’s favorite desserts is homemade cherry pie. I did think about making a whole one but we’ve been trying to eat healthy since the first of the year and I knew a huge pie…
February is the month of romance. I do some limited decorating for this fun holiday-who doesn’t love the colors of red or pink! As with most holidays, I am interested in its origins, its traditions and why we celebrate. Here are a few fun facts about Valentine’s Day. 1. The most popular theory about the…