Here at Hoffman Media, we truly value each and every one of our customers. Without you all, we couldn’t possibly produce all of the fun projects, books, and magazines that bring joy to our lives. To say thank you for all your years of loyal readership, we’re doing a customer appreciation sale for the first time ever: What are you …
My sister’s birthday is June 22. While to most this day is just the day after the 21st (and summer solstice) and before the 23rd, in our family it is THE DAY the world stops and the attention of the world should be on her. The funny part is, she will relish the thought that I am writing this as …
Arranging flowers is as simple as taking the first step. And do they brighten up a room. You just need to grab some of your favorite flowers, a vase, and some floral foam. This mixed spring bouquet is so easy to make, you’ll make it time and time again with different blooms throughout the seasons. Just for you, I’ve included …
I have featured some of the most talented people on this blog. Two of our gracious ladies have sent beautiful items to giveaway as gifts to the followers. Do you remember talking with Cindy Cloward of Riley Blake Designs? Well she has a sure-to-be-beautiful new line of quilting fabrics, Penny Rose, premiering in September, and I can hardly wait. But …
Father’s Day is always a big deal in our family. My dad is 85 years old, and he is still going strong and enjoying life. Growing up, Father’s Day meant making his favorite dishes and dessert. He loves a good cherry pie, but it was only several years ago he confessed that it is his favorite. Mom always made the …
One of my favorite I Love Lucy episodes is when Lucy modeled the wool suit right after she got a major self-induced sunburn. You remember, she burned herself to keep Ricky from killing her for buying the expensive Don Loper dress. But the pain she was experiencing from the sunburn, while very comical, was felt by everyone who watched. Prior …
My friend John Croyle is the founder of the Big Oak Ranch. Rising to recognition as an All-American defensive end at the University of Alabama during head coach Paul “Bear” Bryant’s tenure, John had to decide whether to play professional football or to start a children’s home. In August 2014, John and Tee Croyle will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the …
There are people in your life that you have always hoped you would get to meet, and it is a beautiful thing when your paths actually cross. I got to meet one of my dream ladies: Annie Sloan! Annie Sloan, who developed the decorative paint Chalk Paint® over 20 years ago, is one of the most creative women I know. …
There are certain fragrances we encounter that can trigger an emotion or a memory. I remember how wonderful my grandmother smelled when she was slathered in Jenkins lotion. There is just nothing that matches that fragrance. Baby lotion does the same thing for me—oh that wonderful pink Johnson & Johnson baby lotion and powder. Evergreen fragrance reminds me of the …
One of the outstanding editors with whom I have the pleasure of working is Brooke Bell. She is the editor of Taste of the South magazine (and special collector’s issues like Southern Casseroles). She brings to our readers a new look at wonderful Southern classics. I love great Southern food, and when I see the offerings in Taste, I am ready …
