Are you ready to enjoy some Fall food? The temps where I live will remain warm for a while, but here are some recipes that really appeal to me for early Fall~ See if there’s anything might want to include in your menu this month The flavor/theme of the month is Falling into Fall Click … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Drawing and painting is just like anything else, it takes practice, practice, practice BUT here are some fun ways to turn practice into play! Keep a sketch book or pad of paper handy and doodle while you’re on the phone or watching TV When you see something you like, try drawing it for fun Zentangle … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Have you started to decorate for Fall? Now’s the time, the calendar is about to turn to September! Here are some things to add to your decor if you’re feeling crafty! Make a Pumpkin out of Household Items This one is made with fabric, ribbons, cinnamon sticks and a roll of toilet paper! Make a … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
What’s for dinner? A pie! It’s a perfect way to use up leftover bits of this and that A super easy one dish meal using a refrigerated pie crust It doesn’t have a top crust, so it’s basically a Quiche Fresh spinach, garlic, breakfast sausage, cream, mustard, onion, sweet peppers, eggs and Smoked Gouda cheese … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Next weekend is Labor Day weekend, and many in the USA celebrate with family and friends Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor and recognize the American labor movement and the works and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements in the United States. source Here are some ways to … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Recently we talked about Painting Flowers with Simple Strokes Today we are going to paint simple flowers into a beautiful bouquet It’s been a while since I’ve done any watercolors, and I just dove right in and painted a few simple stems I had so much fun, I decided to do another one for Fearless … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
As we flip our calendars to September, it’s time to add some Fall decor to our home A September Pumpkin stacked with flowers can be a centerpiece or a decoration Fill a glass vase or cylinder with real or faux baby pumpkins and add stems of leaves, pine cones, dried flowers OR Make a row … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Happy Tuesday! “Taco Tuesday” is a general term for enjoying tacos on Tuesdays It refers to a restaurant advertising trend, which gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s Taco Tuesday is similar to happy hour Restaurants vary in their participation, hours, and specials offered Businesses have advertised tacos on Tuesdays since at least 1933! source … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
Artichokes are a long time favorite at our house Our favorite way to eat Artichokes is to simply simmer them in water until very tender and serve with a Lemon Aioli dipping sauce Even my grandson, …| The Painted Apron
Photos of Lobster buoys have always grabbed my attention Probably because they are colorful and seem like they are full of stories to tell and I wanted to experiment this subject in different mediums Using the above photo, I did a quick rendering with colored pencils, and finishing it with ink Buoys in Colored Pencil … Continue reading →| The Painted Apron
It’s hard to believe tomorrow is August 1, but Yay, that means Fall is on the way! Today I’m sharing some tablescapes to inspire you to play! Say Goodbye to Summer in a very grand way~ …| The Painted Apron
To avoid dealing with question, “what’s for dinner? Think Boston Butt! Not only is it delicious right off the grill, there are many ways to enjoy it… HHjr, a grillmaster, cooks a …| The Painted Apron
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I love to keep a can or two of refrigerated biscuits on hand because they are not only delicious for breakfast, there are so many other ways to use them Pesto Parmesan Biscuit Bites are one of my f…| The Painted Apron
10 posts published by the Painted Apron during March 2024| The Painted Apron
When stress comes knocking at my door, I love to head to my studio and paint something abstract Abstract strokes are loose and free~ Just click on the painting titles for the full tutorials CC pain…| The Painted Apron
Watermelon is so delicious in the summertime, refreshing and cool… Eating watermelon is a great way to stay hydrated It is 91% water, low in fat, and a good source of Vitamin A & C It can…| The Painted Apron
One of the highlights of the summer for the fishermen in my family is Snapper Season The season is short-lived in the Gulf waters near our beach house, it’s usually from Memorial Day to the e…| The Painted Apron
This salad is loaded with summer vegetables and makes a satisfying summer meal Fresh summer corn cut from the cob [stand the cooked ears on a clean kitchen towel and cut straight down, the towel wi…| The Painted Apron
Welcome to the Fall Tablescape Blog Hop Thank you Rita from Panoply for being our hostess with the mostess! Are you feeling or seeing any signs of Fall? We are still experiencing hot temps in the S…| The Painted Apron
It’s time for the March Creative Craft Blog Hop! Thank you so much Sara from Birdz of a Feather for hosting this month Welcome, friends, readers and visitors from Purple Hues and Me I always …| The Painted Apron
It’s time for the February edition of the Monthly Creative Craft Hop A big thank you to Sara of Birdz of a Feather for being our hostess! Welcome readers, friends and visitors from Decorate a…| The Painted Apron
It’s time for the November edition of the Creative Craft Hop Thank you Sara from Birdz of a Feather for being our wonderful hostess! Whether you are coming from Sara’s or you are a friend, re…| The Painted Apron
