Hello my friends it has been awhile since I hosted my linky party and I will explain why later in my post. Today is Karins Kottage linky party #324 and I am so happy to highlight some great summer ideas. Today I am highlighting a patriotic door basket, An easy creamy peach tart, how to age terra cotta pots and a raspberry sauce recipe.

Karins Kottage Happenings

Since my mom passed away in June, I have just been taking time off from blogging. Loosing a loved one puts things in perspective doesn’t it? What is more important than spending time with family? My hubby and I hosted “grandkid camp” at our house with our grandkids and our nephew. We played some fun games and had a blast.

We have enjoyed the 4th of July and in Utah there is another holiday in July called Pioneer day with fireworks, BBQ’s and fun.

It is like two 4th of July’s! Reading about my pioneer heritage has been fascinating! They were strong and fierce!

Highlights from Karins Kottage linky party

I love terra cotta pots and this tutorial on how to age them is fabulous! WM designs shares all the details along with 22 other summer crafts for adults! I am going to check out all of her ideas.

I just found my moms hanging door basket and I can’t wait to use it on my front door and fill it with lots of flowers like this one from Common Ground! So pretty and festive.

It is so fun hosting Karins Kottage Linky Party #324

Our peach tree is full of peaches right now but they won’t be ready for a month or so. I can’t wait to try this easy creamy peach tartlet recipe from My Wee Abode! Any ideas on how to speed up my peach tree? hehe

Another summer favorite is raspberry sauce! I love to use this on ice cream, cakes and my fingers! Check out this raspberry sauce recipe from What the fork! You will not be disappointed!

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Karins Kottage

Welcome to Karins Kottage! There is always something fun going on! You would think after becoming an empty nester couple that our nest would be very quiet and empty but our Kottage nest is usually more full than what we started out with! You might find me hosting a birthday party or graduation party and a baby shower on the same weekend or a big outdoor get together with 25 of our friends and family in the backyard or maybe I might be in the kitchen trying out a new recipe for my hubby and I to grill on the BBQ for a quiet night for the two of us. I am passionate about entertaining and setting a beautiful table! I may or may not have an addiction to cloth napkins and fun salad plates oh and goblets too! I think I will always have a home decorating DIY project in the works as long as my hubby is on board with me haha. We have painted A LOT in the 6 homes we have owned in the 35 years that we have been married as well as re-done multiple pieces of furniture, added wall and ceiling treatments, replaced lights, bathroom fixtures and even tiled floors! I have sewn what seems like a million window treatments for our home as well as for family, made slipcovers, and duvets and even a formal dress or two!

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  • Thank you so much for the feature, Karin. I'm so glad you could celebrate with family during this time of loss. I came to comment and link-up, but the party was already closed. Bummer! Next time!

  • Karin,
    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother...Condolences to you and your family...
    Hugs,
    Deb

  • Welcome back! Sometimes family events must take prioroty. I'am sorry for the loss of your mom. It is not an easy thing. Time with grandkids? The best way to spend your time and days! That's a huge part of our summer this year. Thnaks. for sharing.

  • Karin, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I hope each day allows you some wonderful memories of "time with Mom" inspite of your sadness.

    Your grandchildren camp sounds wonderful! and having a pioneer holiday sounds tremendous too! I spent a week with my grandparents each summer and the memories from that time are so special. Know your grandchildren are loving their time with you!

    Thanks too for hosting your linky party! It is so kind of you to take the time to do that!

    Patty

  • I'm glad you took some time to enjoy your family and had fun with the grands after losing your mom, and I hope your heart is healing. I'm so happy to hear from you and it's great to have your wonderful party going again! Thanks so much Karin, and I'm sending hugs and best wishes!

  • Oh Karin! I hadn't heard that your mom had passed away. I'm sorry. Glad you have taken some time for yourself and family.

    Take care.

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