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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...]

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...]

St. Nicholas Victorian Tea Party Tablescape Centerpiece

St. Nicholas Tea ~ Victorian Christmas Tradition

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

St. Nicholas Victorian Tea Party Tablescape Centerpiece

It is St. Nicholas Day. That means it is time for feast and féte here at Angel Wood Cottage. This year the inspiration for my annual St. Nicholas Tea came from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. “I … [Read more...]

Thanksgiving Table Setting The Grateful tree

Thanksgiving Table Setting–The Grateful Table

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Thanksgiving Table Setting The Grateful tree

I love Thanksgiving. I love the planning, the prep, the gathering, and the counting of blessings. I love it so much, I chose Thanksgiving Day for my wedding. So when Wayfair.com asked for Thanksgiving … [Read more...]

bbq bites grilled strawberry cake

BBQ Bites Grilled Strawberry Cake Torte

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

bbq bites grilled strawberry cake

Today, I am playing with the Wayfair Homemakers. We are grilling up some great summer fun called BBQ Bites. I decided to contribute dessert as my Grilled Strawberry Cake Torte is one of my favorite … [Read more...]

Tall-Mango-Pineapple-Mojito

Chillin’ by the Pool with a Tall Mango Pineapple Mojito

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Tall-Mango-Pineapple-Mojito

I close my eyes and trace the chilled liquid as it slowly cools my parched throat. I can taste each of the exotic flavors one by one - mango, pineapple, lime, mint and rum. The frozen Chunks O' Fruti … [Read more...]

summer solstice fete table

Summer Solstice Fête for Two

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

summer solstice fete table

Our Summer Solstice Fete for Two occurs each year on June 21, when the sun is directly above the Tropic of Cancer. Celebrating 16+ hours of sunlight is a Florida ritual for HIMself and me. This … [Read more...]

a midnight fly over printable gift from Rebecca E. Parsons

Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun…Fun…Fun!!! DIY Halloween Gift 4 YOU!!!

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

a midnight fly over printable gift from Rebecca E. Parsons

Tonight upon your pillow Close your eyes and hide your head For the fairies and the goblins Will be hovering 'round your head... here is my gift to you... Happy Halloween to all my ghoulish … [Read more...]

Decadent candy apples with Snickers

Decadent Gourmet Salted Caramel Candy Apples

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Decadent candy apples with Snickers

The spirit of Halloween decor has overtaken me; I invited my neighbors to a Halloween Celebration Pumpkin Painting Party at the pool. (Rain came and moved it indoors.) I furnished the pumpkins and … [Read more...]

the orange in the glass of sangria with the ocean in the background

Quick and Easy Bring the Beach Tropical Sangria Recipe!

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

the orange in the glass of sangria with the ocean in the background

Bring the Beach Tropical Sangria Recipe Bring the Beach Tropical Sangria Recipe! We love beach-inspired entertaining here on Amelia Island. My guests often request that I make a batch of … [Read more...]

Egg cup bouquet

Easter Breakfast Tablescape ~ Table Decor with Easter Candy

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Egg cup bouquet

I love to cook. And I love to create a beautiful atmosphere for enjoying my food. Easter morning is no exception. After sunrise mass, we sat down to a joyous meal. This was really a 'break fast' meal … [Read more...]

rustic thanksgiving table centerpiece

How to Create a Rustic Thanksgiving Table Inexpensively

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

rustic thanksgiving table centerpiece

paid post Earthy elements grace our Rustic Thanksgiving Table this fall. A casual holiday feast will be served at the farmhouse table on the screened porch. Visioning and preparing a 'Feast & … [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...]

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...]

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...]

Wayfair-Last-Minute-Mothers-Day-Gifts

Wayfair Housewarming Party ~ Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Wayfair-Last-Minute-Mothers-Day-Gifts

Are you ready to party with Wayfair.com and some talented Wayfair Homemakers? I am hosting this month's Housewarming Party as we zoom in on Moms and gifts ideas for Mother's Day. I know...it's a … [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...]

Puppy Bowl Party Table Silk® Soy Milk #rethinkwhatyoudrink

Criminally Sexy Seafood Gumbo for Homegating

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Puppy Bowl Party Table Silk® Soy Milk #rethinkwhatyoudrink

It is football season! That means loads of excitement and loads of delicious food. I am cooking up some very special treats for the times when we homegate. One of HIMself's favorites is my Criminally … [Read more...]

Three Fun Ways to Serve Ice Cream

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Summer is a time for lazy days, picnics and ice cream. We start looking early for ways to cool down here in Florida! I imagine you do too. I love to entertain and make beautiful tables and food for my … [Read more...]

pitcher painted

Painting on Glass Ideas for Spring and Easter

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

pitcher painted

Here are some quick and easy painted glass ideas for your Easter or Spring decor. I have painted so many things this month as a member of the Plaid Street Team. I have come to love Folk Art Enamels … [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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