~Garden Party Cheesecake and Simple & Sweet Fridays #63~

I wanted to make Stan a special cake for his birthday, which was on May 10th. I thought we could celebrate it on Mother's Day because he was out of town. We had his mother over and a girlfriend's family over too. I know his number one love is gardening so, I knew I wanted to decorate the cake with a "Garden Theme".

I made a cheesecake 

and I found lots of miniatures to decorate with.

I made the garden tools out of different color chocolates.

 I found a mold that was perfect.

The candy rocks I found at a bakery.

I found these pots and potting table at a miniature store.

They looked perfect on the cake.

How cute is the garden hose and little rabbit?

I made these seed packets out of chocolate too. 

Everyone loved the cake especially, Stan.

We had a wonderful meal, enjoying each others company.

I hope you all had a wonderful 

Mother's Day with your families too!

Happy Thursday everyone!

Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites!

Go check out The Country Farm Home's post A $2 Ten Minute Slipcover!

Dru shares a great idea to cover a chair for only $2. A Goodwill find makes a fabulous slipcover!

Be sure to check out Dru's blog!

Go check out Fabby's Living's post Happy Mother's Day 2013!

Fabby sets the most beautiful table dedicated to all mothers for Mother's Day. You'll love her dishes, German urn, and detailed touches. Absolutely stunning!

Be sure to check out Fabby's blog!

Go check out Debbie-Dabble's post Garden Wreaths and Garden Blooming in the Backyard!

Debbie shares her beautiful garden and how she decorates with all her pretty collectibles. She'll give you lots of ideas to make a Garden Wreath!

Go check out Debbie's blog!

Go check out Penny Wise's post Cheers! Pink Champagne Cake for Mother's Day!

Christina shares a delicious recipe for champagne cake with champagne butter creme frosting. A wonderful heavenly treat for Mother's Day. You'll love her cute pink doves and a "Mum" banner, very sweet!

Be sure to check out Christina's blog!

Go check out Biljana Shabby's post Renovation of Old Furniture - French Hand Painted Armoire!
Biljana does a beautiful transformation on an armoire with a special technique. Inspired by an old house in Slavonia, she used a roller to create a one-of-a-kind amoire. Gorgeous!
Be sure to check out Biljana's blog!

Go check out Sweetbriar Dreams' post Is It Summer Time?
Chel shares photos of her beautiful garden and home. She'll inspire you to go outside and plant in your garden. You'll fall in love with the area where she lives and her cute dog, Coco!
Be sure to check out Chel's blog!

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~Surprise Gift For Mother's Day~

Stan surprised me with the most beautiful peony for Mother's Day.  

After endless attempts to try and grow them,

 he knew I'd be in heaven after seeing this beauty.

 When it first blooms it is the palest pink 

and a very slight yellow tint to it.

It is the prettiest peach color.

This is why I'm in heaven,

 I got the best Mother's Day present.

I wanted to share with you our maderense geranium.

I went to water outside and noticed how beautiful

they are on our hill. Purple Everywhere!

After cutting back our pumpkins,

 I realized how they look so whimsical,

 as if they could dance.

What do you think?

~Mother's Day Tablescape and Simple & Sweet Fridays~

I'm sure everyone is getting ready for Mother's Day.

 I decorated the house with the color scheme of purple.

 I had to add a little bling to my statue's headband.

Of course, pearls around her neck and

 she's holding some crocheted flowers.

I wanted to use some vellum paper I had for Mother's Day. I love the saying on it, 

"Friends Are Flowers In The Garden Of Life"

I thought I could use it for name tags.

 I dried and pressed some pansies.

I love how they turned out.

I found some pretty paper with a garden theme, 

and made some rosettes.

We will be having

some strawberry cupcakes for dessert.

Don't they look pretty under the cloche.

Here's how the tablescape turned out.

 I found some purple roses at Michael's Craft Store.

I used my lace tablecloth with a purple tablecloth underneath.

I made some purple pom poms with some tulle and hung them

 with the rosettes on the chandelier.

My mother had given me this beautiful pitcher years ago.

I thought it was the perfect centerpiece.

I added some butterflies too.

Some lavender next to my antique silverware.

I'm still planning the menu and will share it with you later. 

Can't wait to see all your wonderful ideas and creations.

Thank you again for always joining the party and giving  inspiration to all of us.

~Let The Fun Begin~  

Happy Thursday everyone!

Last weeks Simple & Sweet Favorites!

Go check out Chateau Chic's post Spring Tour!

Mary Alice shows us her spring home! She knows how to keep it simple with special antiques.

Be sure to check out Mary Alice's blog!

Go check out Lewisville Love's post Making my own Laundry Sign!

Lisa shows us how to make a laundry sign from a pallet of wood. The finish product is beautiful! I can't wait to make one.

Be sure to check out Lisa's blog!

Go check out Homespun's post REALLY Good Raspberry Coffee Cake Recipe!

Debra shows us how to make a raspberry coffee cake that looks too good to eat!

Go check out Debra's blog!

Go check out Curiosita Ellya's post Homemade Beaded Push Pins Inspired by Anthropologie DIY!

Ellya made these adorable beaded push pins! I can't wait to create my own to put on my cord boards!

Be sure to check out Ellya's blog!

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~Beautiful Treasures At Bon Bon's~

When my friend, Linda, from Northern California was here, we went shopping at Bon Bon's.

It's located in Solana Beach.

I know I've shared this store before, 

but they're always getting new merchandise.

 I knew Linda would 

love just looking at all their beautiful treasures.

Lots of wonderful chandeliers.

Lots of lights everywhere.

Of course, by the beach, they have a wonderful collection of shells.

My friend, Linda, having fun shopping.

I love this idea of driftwood and shells in the middle.

Gorgeous handmade crosses!

Love how they painted this beautiful detailed chest!

More unique handmade crosses.

Pretty Linens.

Pretty Vignette!

Collection of dishes and beautiful rugs.

Hope you enjoyed the tour!

If you're ever in Solana Beach try and stop by

 Bon Bon.

There's something for everyone!