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Go-with-the-Grain PlyWood Artwork

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

creative living idea this week... With a little paint and a couple of shelves, unassuming plywood becomes an unexpected work of art. I just love to create these artworks. I used to think they … [Read more...]

Hot Picks for a Cool 4th of July Celebration Fun and Feast

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Oh how I love a celebration!! I also love shopping Wayfair.com for any occasion. Today I have combined my two passions and created some hot picks for a cool 4th of July Celebration. Check out my … [Read more...]

Antique Pie Safe Milk Paint Patina Restoration

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

This is a sponsored post as part of the Tide Oxi Blogger Challenge by P&G. #TideThat #BrightIdeas All opinions are 100% my own. The Ghosts of Furniture PastTM Epic Fail for Me! I have to admit a … [Read more...]

master bed pop of color wheel

A Beachy Spin of the Color Wheel Decor

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

master bed pop of color wheel

I have always loved color. From my wardrobe to my decorating style, color makes a statement for me. How then did I end up with a blah bedroom? This Wayfair Homemaker was compensated with a gift card … [Read more...]

The Wedding Crazies Have Officially Begun…Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook Be Dammed

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Social Media Has Taken Over My Life Okay...I had to have a serious talk with myself last night when Groomzilla had ruffled my oh so sensitive feathers falling from my overly lacy sleeves. I was … [Read more...]

Pasta Sauté Party Bar recipes

Pasta Bar Quick Dinner Ideas/Recipes

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Pasta Sauté Party Bar recipes

I have the kind of home where people pop in frequently. When they come for dinner, I like to have a few quick dinner recipes at hand, so I can enjoy my guests and not slave in the kitchen. Here is … [Read more...]

Party Ideas…A Colection of Outdoor Party Ideas I Really Like

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

You know I love a good party and am always looking for ideas and inspiration. This time I will feature one-of-a-kind Outdoor & Summer Party Themes and Ideas. Here are some of my new favorite party … [Read more...]

The multi-colored horse of my imagination

Week of Gratitude ~ My Imagination and the Multi-Colored Horse

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

The multi-colored horse of my imagination

This week at People for Others, Paul Campbell, SJ, is hosting a Week of Gratitude. Since gratitude is my word for the year, I find this especially helpful on my journey.  The theme for this week is … [Read more...]

Backyard Ideas and Dreams

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Oh how I want to be a farm girl. I have many backyard ideas and dreams. Every winter I begin to envision my summer backyard filled with lush fruit and veggie crops, chickens, bunnies, and living … [Read more...]

Southern Sunrise Birthday Breakfast #SeductiveTables

My Seductive Table for Two ~ Happy Birthday HIMself

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Southern Sunrise Birthday Breakfast #SeductiveTables

Shhhhhh. Don't tell, but I am creating a romantic tablescape inspired by Moll Anderson's new book, Seductive Tables For Two: Tablescapes, Picnics, and Recipes That Inspire Romance. The minute I saw … [Read more...]

Quick Valentine Craft How To – Recycled Quilt Hearts

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I love this easy and quick Valentine craft. You can find the step-by-step tutorial below plus a blanket stitch how to. I love quilts...old quilts, new quilts, quilt tops, quilt pieces...all quilts. So … [Read more...]

The Great Craft Swap Wandering Feather Walhanging

Fiber Art for The Great Craft Swap

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

The Great Craft Swap Wandering Feather Walhanging

I am participating in The Great Craft Swap with Wayfair Homemakers. Wayfair.com sent me a white European Damask 60" round tablecloth byViolet Linen to create with. And I was compensated for my craft … [Read more...]

#MoreThanJustaRug! @homedynamix @wayfair

A New Rug Adds Soft Playfulness to My Peaceful Retreat

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

#MoreThanJustaRug! @homedynamix @wayfair

My lanai is my peaceful retreat. I have my morning cup of tea there. I meditate there. I spend long evenings with friends and family there. I dream about the future there. The concrete floor is … [Read more...]

My Organized Pantry

Kitchen Storage: My Organized Pantry Makeover – Lesson Learned

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

My Organized Pantry

My pantry was a hot mess. This Wayfair Homemaker is on a mission to simplify and organize in 2015. I love browsing the pages of Wayfair.com for items to help me achieve that goal. I received … [Read more...]

GRATITUDE ~ Theme for 2015, What’s Yours?

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

EPIC brings GRATITUDE for 2015. So many blessings flowed into my life in 2014. I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude for my life. One year ago, I had no idea where I would land. There was a sense … [Read more...]

Madness, Miracles, Millions

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

I received a copy of the book to facilitate this review. The opinions are my own. Madness, Miracles, Millions A book by Joseph Semprevivo and Larry Semprevivo For every terrible event that … [Read more...]

St. Nicholas Victorian Tea Party Tablescape Centerpiece

St. Nicholas Tea Party ~ Victorian Christmas Celebration

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

St. Nicholas Victorian Tea Party Tablescape Centerpiece

It is time for feast and féte here at Angel Wood Cottage. Inspiration for my annual St. Nicholas Tea came from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this year.“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and … [Read more...]

Santa is Delivering Me this Wayfair Mirror

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Don't you love it when things happen serendipitously? Well, that is the story here. I have been searching, scouring, on my knees crawling through dirty flea markets trying to find an arch topped … [Read more...]

my music room Christmas tree

Holiday Home Tour – Music Room Christmas Tree

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

my music room Christmas tree

Oh Christmas Tree - Oh Christmas Tree - Musical Christmas Tree Music is a big part of my life and family tradition. Our family is musical...singers, dancers, instrumentalists, composers. You name it, … [Read more...]

My Breakfast Nook Christmas Trees

Holiday Home Tour – Breakfast Nook Christmas Trees

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

My Breakfast Nook Christmas Trees

I believe that your breakfast nook should be a bright an happy place to launch your day. Mine is a happy happy place...I hope. My decorating style is evident here - vintage, casual, with a dash of … [Read more...]

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DIYer. Graphic Designer. Creative. Foodie. Rebecca E. Parsons is a Renaissance gal with designers eye living happily where design meets new media. Rebecca is an award-winning graphic designer, writer, storyteller, digital and Photographic Artist, Dreamer, Lifelong Communicator and Blissful Wordsmith. Unconventional and delightfully curious, she is passionate about helping others find their visual voice through great blog design. She believes that every dream is possible and possible is everywhere!

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