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, Peter, and I would like to wish you all an amazing Friday Morning! We can’t tell you how happy we are to have you here with us! Can’t wait to see what you have in store for us! I have to tell you what happened this week… it actually happened last week but I forgot to write about it (don’t know how but I did!). I was sitting at my desk in my studio/office… My desk is. facing a big sliding glass door that leads onto a large deck which then leads into the fenced in back yard (the layout is important for the story lol). Anyway… I had the drapes open and had looked up for a moment because I thought I saw a large shadow (I was really scared because it was human large!) So I was frozen for a second but then I saw a shadow coming back (there is big blind spot where the deck wraps around the house so I couldn’t see that) then all of a sudden I see this HUGE nose or should I say snout… it was a full grown Black Bear! Thank God the girls (Alie and Georgia) didn’t go out at that time)! Without much ado… the bear climbed down the side of the deck and went on their merry way. Mind you I live in suburbia… I mean we have trees but no woods… there are some woods like a mile away). Called the police (I am always afraid because I don’t want anything to happen to the animal but I wanted to let them know and alert people in the neighbor hood to keep their dogs in or be very careful. We did see the bear once more about 1/2 hour later in our neighbors backyard that borders ours. The police came just to check things out but the bear was gone when they got here. This has NEVER EVER happened before but the moral of the story is I guess it can happen anywhere. I feel so sorry for the bears… we have eaten up so much of their land they don’t know where to go (deep sigh). All of my Jersey friends here… please beware and be safe! Sending hugs and love to all!!! Now let’s party!
Small Round Side Table – Sadie Seasongoods
Transform your space with a stylish Small Round Side Table from our friend Sarah. This DIY project is perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room.
Easy DIY Napkin Rings For A Garden Party – WM Design House
Add a charming touch to your garden party with Easy DIY Napkin Rings from Wendy. These simple and elegant rings are sure to impress your guests.
Three Simple Ways To Create A Faux Topiary – An Organized Season
Learn Three Simple Ways To Create A Faux Topiary with An Organized Season. These creative ideas are perfect for adding greenery to your home without the maintenance. Perfect for those of us with black thumbs!
Dollar Tree DIY Metal House Decoration – Steph Creates Things
Create a charming Dollar Tree DIY Metal House Decoration with our friend Steph. This budget-friendly project has a rustic flavor your decor will love.
Coffee And Afternoon Tea Station – Penny’s Treasures
Set up a cozy Coffee And Afternoon Tea Station with Penny’s Treasures. This delightful idea is perfect for enjoying your favorite beverages in Penny’s Oh So Cottage Chic style.
Printable Summer Bucket Lists – Krafty Planner
Get ready for fun with Printable Summer Bucket Lists. These lists are perfect for planning exciting activities for the whole family.
Spring Front Yard – Debbie Dabble
Refresh your outdoor space with inspiring ideas from Debbie Dabble’s Spring Front Yard. Discover beautiful ways to brighten up your yard this season.Debbie has that special touch!
Style Lavender Pots 5 Different Ways – Cloches And Lavender
Discover how to Style Lavender Pots 5 Different Ways with Cloches And Lavender. These creative ideas are perfect for adding a touch of country charm to your decor.
A Reflective Mother’s Day Vignette – master “PIECES” of my life
Celebrate mom with A Reflective Mother’s Day Vignette from master “PIECES” of my life. This heartfelt and beautiful display is perfect for honoring Mother’s Day. Even though Mother’s Day is over… I had to share this wonderful creation.
Blackberry Cobbler Recipe – Kippi At Home
Indulge in a delicious Blackberry Cobbler Recipe from Kippi At Home. This classic dessert is easy to make and perfect for enjoying fresh berries.This is on my list to make SOON!
Chocolate Chip Cookies Simple Recipe – Fluster Buster
Bake up a batch of irresistible Chocolate Chip Cookies with this Simple Recipe from Fluster Buster. These chewy cookies are a timeless favorite. YUM!
Energy Bites – LouLou Girls
Boost your day with tasty Energy Bites from LouLou Girls. These healthy and delicious snacks are perfect for a quick pick-me-up and they are mighty tasty!
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Thank you for hosting this lovely linkup. Have a wonderful weekend
Hi there Steph! Hw are you! Always great to see you and your creativity here each Friday! Sending hugs and wishes for a fabulous week!
Thank you so much for including my Morning Coffee and Afternoon Tea Station in this week features. Have a wonderful weekend!
Hi there Penny! How are you! It was my pleasure to share a cup of tea with you! Sending hugs and wishes for a wonderful week!
Thank you so much for including my Summer Bucket List printable with this week’s features! I hope you have a fabulous weekend.
~ Maria
Hi there Maria! How are you! Always great to see you and your creative and oh so useful printables! Sending hugs and wishes for a fabulous week!
Wow, that’s scary. I don’t miss seeing a black bear in our yard every afternoon in our old house. We would have 3 or 4 every day strolling in the yard it was scary. Now we have bunnies and a few deer. Thanks for hosting and featuring my lavender pots! Hope Joe and you are doing well.
OMG Cindy… 3 or 4 every day! EEEEEESH!!!!! The doggies must have gone nuts barking all the time! I guess you didn’t use your backyard much. Glad you don’t have those visitors in your new home! Thank you for always dropping by and sharing your amazing creativeness with all of us! Sending hugs and wishes for an incredible week!
Yikes! A bear on your deck would be scary. We are coming up on 3 years of living in western NC – in black bear country. I haven’t seen any black bears yet, and I hope it stays that way.
Michelle
LOL… I hope it stays that way for your too Michelle!!!! I can do without it too lol! My biggest worry is the dogs but they are never ever alone ever! Thanks so much for dropping by and I am wishing you a wonderful week! Sending hugs!
Thank you so much for hosting the party.
Have a great weekend,
Kippi
You are very welcome Kippi! Always great to see you and your creative ways! Sending hugs and wishes for a wonderful week!
Thank you so much for hosting! Enjoying your links!
Hi there Sherry! How are you today! Always great to see you here! Wishing you and yours a wonderful week! Hugs!
Andrea, Wow, what a bear story!!! That must have been quite a sensation! even more so as you added heard they were “in the neighborhood. Glad you and family were not on his/her side of the glass!!! Also, I wanted to say thanks for all your work on the link party! I love to get inspired by the great ideas, and also love the opportunity to share my latest news or project. Thanks so much! Patty
Hi there Patty! How are you! You are sooooooo right… very happy to be on the other side of the glass in this case lol! You are so welcome! I love having all of you over and seeing what you have been up to and trying to help out so everyone has another place to share links. In the blogging world right now… anything helps. Sending hugs and wishes for a fabulous week!
Wow Andrea! That’s incredible. I’m glad everyone is safe including the bear. Thanks for hosting us and I appreciate the love for my Mother’s Day reflective vignette. Enjoy your weekend! XO- MaryJo
Hi there MaryJo… how are you? How are things going? I LOVED your Mother’s Day Reflective Vignette… it was so heartfelt and when I saw it… tear began to flow. Here’s wishing you and yours a wonderful week! HUGS!
Yikes, know the feeling, had a bear in our previous neighborhood many a time, but I must admit that we were on the foot of the mountain.
Thanks for hosting, Andrea, and having me over, sharing with your readers.
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Hi there Esme! How are you! EEEESH… that must have been a bit frightening… there are no mountains here lol! I personally worry about the poor things since we have eaten so much of their land but I still don’t want them as a pet in the backyard lol! Thanks for always sharing with us my friend! Sending hugs and wishes for a wonderful week!
Oh my goodness, Andrea! That black bear must have surprised you! It will certainly be a fun story to tell! My mom had a similar story a few years back when a black bear peered at her through the sliding glass door separating her deck and bedroom! Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!
Hi there Laura! How are you! Well it sounds like your Mom had a heart attach moment too lol!!! I just couldn’t believe it when I saw that big snout coming around the corner… I can laugh now lol!!! Here’s wishing you and yours and amazing week and thank you for always dropping by to share your creativity! Hugs!
Hi Andrea,
Oh my goodness, I would still be in shock having met the bears. So glad that all of you are ok and that the bears went on their way. Thanks so much for the awesome party and hope you have a great week!
Miz Helen
Hi there Miz Helen! How are you and how is the weather down in Texas doing? Never too hot for you to cook up all of your delicious goodies lol! Well it looks like the bears have moved on… no more sightings thank God! You take care now and have an amazing week! HUGS!
Wow! I can’t believe you had a bear so close to your house! That is so scary! Stay safe! Thanks for hosting this fun party and featuring my DIY topiaries! I greatly appreciate it and hope you have a wonderful week!
Hi there Donna! How are you! It is a little scary. You should see us when we go out with the dogs in the backyard… Joe found a large branch which he stripped the bark and cleaned and we go out there with that lol… we look a little crazy! We have not seen our bear friend since so I think he has moved on. Always wonderful to see you here and hope you have a wonderful week! Sending hugs!