As the air grows colder and the leaves turn vivid colors we have a few precious weeks to enjoy the beautify of outdoor entertaining. Eileen Biskerstaff, owner of The Seasonal Home, shows us how to usher in Fall with a stunning and simple family picnic. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: EILEEN BICKERSTAFF WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE GUIDE TO […]
Come join us for a magical holiday tour (to music…so turn up your speakers) of The Seasonal Home. Explore creative decorating ideas to use in your own home! BY EILEEN BICKERSTAFF Eileen Bickerstaff is a regular contributor to Southern Guide to Life. She is a speaker, DVD producer, and owner of a commercial holiday […]
Eileen Bickerstaff joins Southern Guide to Life as a regular columnist. She is a speaker, DVD producer, owner of a commercial holiday design firm, and owner of the popular website, The Seasonal Home. She is also the best-selling author of ‘Creative Family Traditions & Ideas.’ Read more from Eileen She will be bringing the same […]
Eileen is a speaker, DVD producer, owner of a commercial holiday design firm, and best-selling author of ‘Creative Family Traditions & Ideas.’ Eileen’s Column in Southern Guide to Life TheSeasonalHome.com Shop The Seasonal Home Eileen on Facebook † Eileen on Pinterest † Eileen on Instagram Eileen on Twitter † Eileen on Youtube † Eileen has […]
Who doesn’t love bunnies? Eileen Bickerstaff of The Seasonal Home shows us how to make an easy and inexpensive Easter yard decoration using sheets of Styrofoam, spray paint, garden stakes, and a little outdoor Spring ribbon. Eileen Bickerstaff is a regular contributor to Southern Guide to Life. She is a speaker, DVD […]
Nothing says Southern cooking like a Pecan Pie, except maybe Pecan Pie with a bit of bourbon. This Tennessee Bourbon Pecan Pie combines some of the best elements of southern cooking into a rich and silky smooth pie you will be ask to make every single holiday. Difficulty: Easy * Preparation Time: 15 Min * […]
Southern Table: Rustic Chic Autumn Desert Table
The golden Earthy tones of Fall easily lend themselves to elegantly rustic design. When you pair it with sumptuous deserts and fluffy buttercream you have a tablescape that your guests will not soon forget. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: JENNY KELLER WRITTEN BY: STAFF WRITER A two-tiered cake with rustic frilled buttercream icing takes center stage in this […]
Parties: Little Birdie Baby Shower
It may still be chilly outside, but it’s never too early to start dreaming of spring. Paula Biggs, of Frog Prince Paperie, shows us one of her favorite party designs. We certainly fell in love with it and we think you will, too! PHOTOGRAPHS BY: PAULA BIGGS @ FROG PRINCE PAPERIE WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE TO […]
Learn how to make this classic Fall wreath from Craftberry Bush. It’s sophisticated enough to grace your door or wall all year round. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: LUCY ATKINS WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE TO LIFE Lucy began with a foam wreath form, available at any craft store and many big box stores. She ripped an eight-foot long […]
Autumn and Thanksgiving decor isn’t all about bright colors. Sometimes the most stunning design is created with neutral tones and incredible textures. Learn how to turn a $5.00 thrift store find into a sophisticated Autumn design. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: KAREN @ SHABBY SWEET COTTAGE WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE TO LIFE Karen spent many years as the head […]
How To Make a Handmade Easter Bunny for Your Table
Mary, from ‘Life at the Cottage’, shows us how to make these perfect handmade Easter Bunnies. What a fabulous addition to an Easter table or decor. We fell in love with them and you will never believe how easy they are to make. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: MARY @ LIFE AT THE COTTAGE WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE […]
How To Make Easter Bunny Tea Towels
As Easter approaches, Taryn, owner of ‘Design, Dining, and Diapers’ shows us how to transform plain flour sack tea towels into the perfect holiday accent for your kitchen or bath. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: TARYN @ DESIGN DINING and DIAPERS WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE TO LIFE Shortly after Taryn’s first child was born decided to trade in life […]
Easter at Rippavilla Plantation
Looking for a memorable way to spend part of your Easter this year? Hop on down to Spring Hill, Tennessee for a perfect southern brunch at a restored Civil War era plantation. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: RIPPAVILLA PLANTATION WRITTEN BY: SOUTHERN GUIDE TO LIFE Spring Hill, TN – Just south of Franklin in the community of Spring Hill, is […]
Beautiful Southern Homes: Grand Design in Belle Meade
Located at the doorstep of history, this one-of-a-kind home blends historic Southern luxury with modern sophistication in the heart of one of Nashville’s most exclusive communities. Written by: Southern Guide to Life Photographs via: French King Realty Belle Meade, TN – Taking its name from the ‘Queen of Southern Plantations,’ the Belle Meade Plantation, this small 3.1 […]
11 Year Old Proclaiming Jesus Throughout Every Book of the Bible
11 Year old Josiah Willis proclaiming Jesus throughout the Bible in the Sunday morning services at Bent Tree in Carrollton, Texas on April 3rd, 2011.
A Legacy of Love and One Man’s Promise
One man’s love for his late wife inspired him to carry on her legacy and her passion for wildlife, and in particular the once endangered Trumpeter Swan. PHOTOGRAPHS BY: Jim Holt (Star Tribune) and Chris Lommel Photography WRITTEN BY: Southern Guide to Life Monticello, MN – There is no doubt that Sheila Lawrence had a love […]
Serve Breaded Eggplant on pasta, as a base for Tuscan Baked Eggplant Parmesan, or as a fabulous appetizer along with a warm marina dipping sauce.