A Morning Cup of Joe

Sip your coffee & find inspiration with “A Morning Cup of Joe” – DIY projects, recipes, & home decor ideas. ☕✨

Good morning, dear friends! As you savor the first sips of your morning coffee, allow us to extend a warm invitation to “A Morning Cup of Joe.” It’s more than just a Linky Party—it’s a weekly rendezvous where creativity comes to life. With a delightful blend of DIY projects, tempting recipes, and captivating home decor ideas, each edition promises a fresh infusion of inspiration to kickstart your day.

Join us on this journey of imagination, where every cup is a sip of creativity waiting to be unleashed. Whether you’re a seasoned member of our vibrant community or a newcomer eager to explore, know that you’re not just visitors; you’re cherished members of our extended family. So grab your favorite mug, settle in, and let’s embark on this enchanting adventure together. Welcome to “A Morning Cup of Joe”—where inspiration knows no bounds.

Joe, Pete and I would like to wish each and everyone of you a wonderful Morning! We can’t wait to see your creations this week. Did you hear… we had a little bit of excitement up here in NJ and the surrounding area… a 4.7 Earthquake… it was crazy and we even had an after shock. I know it was no where near what our friends in Cali and across the world feel but scared us for sure! Here’s wishing you all an amazing weekend filled with all good things! Thank you all for all your well wishes! Love you all!

Baked Eggs and Potatoes – LOULOU Girls

Time to Break some Free Range Eggs… get out the Potatoes and make an incredibly delicious Breakfast for the Family! Quick…easy… budget friendly and oh so good!

Homemade Granola Salty and Sweet – It All Started With Paint

Linda is going to make many Granola Lovers Happy with this Sweet and Salty Delight! Chockful of nuts, oats, sweet raisins and more! Fabulous to sprinkle on cereal, nut butter toasts, yogurt and just to eat as a snack! Oh the possibilities are endless! Bookmark this one… it’s quick… easy and yummy (I would suggest you make a double batter!)

Easy Blueberry Crisp – Kippi At Home

Did you know that Blueberries are the healthiest fruit on the planet? You simply can’t eat enough of them! I think that fact takes away the guilt of eating this yummy in my tummy Blueberry Crisp!!! But friends… let’s face it… we have to add that big scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream to this warm ambrosia!!! Sure wish I had some right now!

Best No Fail Strawberry Shortcake – MY wee ABODE

Julie is sharing her special recipe… one that you should take out any time you might be having someone over because it is a totally no fail creation! It’s sooooooo easy… sooooooo yummy… everyone will fall in love with it! Look fabulous too! Come on over and see how simple it is to put together in a snap!!!

Hershey’s Chocolate Syrup Cake – The Kitchen In My Playground

This recipe had me a Hershey’s Syrup!!! It is something that I grew up with because my Dad was addicted to ice cream and Hershey’s Syrup and had to have it every night! (My Mom and I did not have it every night and watched him eat it and not gain weight lol) either way… it was part of the fabric of my life lol!!! Now our friend Tracey has created a cake staring this sweet delight and I can’t wait to try it! To try it! PS… This syrup works magic when you are cheating with boxed brownies… add the syrup instead of the water and an extra squirt…adds a good chocolatey burst!

Cinnamon Roll Brunch Bake – Miz Helen’s

Wondering what to make for Sunday Breakfast? How about a REAL CROWD PLEASER like Cinnamon Roll Brunch Bake!!! Can’t you picture the family smelling the sweet aroma!!!! The great thing is too that you can serve everyone at once a warm and delicious treat to enjoy! A must make!

Easy Peach Salsa – Homemade On A Weeknight

Looking for something a little bit different to add to your Tacos… chips… or how about adding this to the top of your Avocado Toast and so much more~ A little sweet and a savory… the perfect combination. Keeps in the fridge for days and is always ready to sprinkle some major flavor on your favorite dishes.

Easy Grilled Asparagus Recipe – That Guy Who Grills

Looking for that perfect side dish? How about some Easy Grilled Asparagus!!! I personally would be happy with these yummy spears of goodness as my main meal with a salad! You have to give these a try! Oh… they also make a wonderful grilled veg sandwich on a nice crusty sub roll!

Cabbage Vase For A Floral Arrangement – Cloches And Lavender

How absolutely amazing does this creative…whimsical and compostable vase look!!!! Oh how I love natural things becoming a part of decor in the most unique and fresh way!!! Just think of all the possibilities oh and let us not forget we can use red cabbage too! You are going to find the step by step pictures with this tutorial. You will be a pro in no time! Be sure to visit Cindy for all the details and start creating!

Mushroom Garden Decorations and How To Paint Pots – Olivia Hern

Want to add a touch of Whimsical Delight to your Magical Garden? Well then you are going to love Olivia’s new project…she is going to show you how to create adorable little Mushroom Decorations for your Garden! They are sure to draw some adorable little Gnome families!

DIY Cute Tabletop Organizer Using Metal Cans – Steph Creates!

Steph has a fun project for you today that you can create using recycled tin cans and some pretty supplies! In the end you will have a fabulous organizer that will adorn your desk top or any place you choose to use it! You can make this in so many styles… color combinations and more! The sky is the limit!

How To Epicycle An Old Picnic Basket – An Organized Season

Just when you thought that a Thrifted Item couldn’t be saved…you find out that indeed it can be! Come on over to An Organized Season where she is going to show you step by step how she restored this baskets BEYOND it’ original glory!!! Keep your eyes peeled for one of these beauties next time you are in a Thrift Show!