Easy Fresh Fruit Topped Cake
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Easy Fresh Fruit Topped Cake

Delicious and simple & simply delicious- I love to make a beautiful cake for anytime of the year. This fresh fruit and flower topped rustic cake is one of my favorite desserts to serve. It always wow’s guests tastes amazing and the best part- it is so easy to make. Lots of requests for simple and easy dessert recipes with Valentine’s Day just around the corner- so am sharing a few favorites on the blog over the next couple of weeks. And stay tuned for a new version of this cake that might be my new favorite coming soon.

Easy Fresh Fruit Topped Cake

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Pipemaker Geberit sees tough 2023 for Europe’s builders after sales dip
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Pipemaker Geberit sees tough 2023 for Europe’s builders after sales dip

  • CEO cites high rates, focus on heating system upgrades
  • FY sales down 2%, reaffirms EBITDA margin guidance
  • Shares are volatile in early Zurich trades

ZURICH, Jan 19 (Reuters) – Geberit (GEBN.S) expects 2023 to be “challenging” for Europe’s building and construction industry, Chief Executive Christian Buhl said on Thursday, after the Swiss plumbing products supplier reported a drop in full-year sales .

Rising interest rates, a focus on upgrading heating rather than sanitation systems to counter rising energy prices and the end of a trend for home improvement projects that caught on during the COVID-19 pandemic were negative factors, he

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Fruit & Flowers Spring Table Centerpiece
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Fruit & Flowers Spring Table Centerpiece

Fruit & Flowers Spring Table Centerpiece

Oh how I love a table with beautiful fresh fruit and flowers as a centerpiece. And shopping the kitchen for pretty fruit or vegetables is perfect for creating a unique centerpiece in a snap.

Fruits and Flowers Table

I had so much fun putting this table setting together for my Balsam Hill family. With fresh flowers that are full of spring colors not always available depending on where you live – we are showing just how you can use faux flowers for a beautiful spring inspiration. (Side note: You might remember that I have a collection of faux florals with

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How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects
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How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects

I started 2021 by buying an 1885 hulk of a home, sight unseen, with visions of restoring its earlier grandeur. In almost two years, I’ve restored three of many rooms and tackled multiple smaller projects, by myself.

Do-it-yourself home improvements can save a lot of money, but that’s hardly the only reason to dive in. One in 4 homeowners took on DIY home improvement projects over the past two years because they like doing that kind of work themselves, according to the recent NerdWallet Home Improvement Report. (That nationally representative survey asked 1,404 homeowners about their home improvement activities and

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Discover Thanksgiving Traditions in America
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Discover Thanksgiving Traditions in America

November is for being grateful and celebrating the uniquely American holiday, Thanksgiving!

A bunch of fun ‘did you know?’ and Thanksgiving Fun Facts. Have your A-HA moment and then pass it on. (The more you know…)

Because, sharing is caring… Sharable quotes from the woman who was the first lady editor in America and the driving force behind making Thanksgiving a National Holiday.

Sarah Josepha Hale was sassy and tenacious and she changed the world. She wrote Mary Had a Little Lamb, brought you the ‘white wedding dress’, and campaigned to make Thanksgiving a National Holiday.

Discover Thanksgiving Traditions in America

You can’t talk Thanksgiving

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12 Beautiful Bathroom Decor Ideas
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12 Beautiful Bathroom Decor Ideas

Brighten up your bathroom.

farmhouse bathroom with subway tile walls and plants as decor

Thinking about redecorating your bathroom but not sure where to start? We’ve got a gallery stacked with creative bathroom decorating ideas just for you. Before you buy, get inspired with the help of our 12 bathroom decor ideas.

coastal bathroom decorated with nautical elements

Adopting a theme for your bathroom decor is the number one way to ensure your bathroom looks and feels like a cohesive, polished space. If your style is beachy or coastal, try a palette of blues, greens, and sandy neutrals, and choose elements with marine or nautical inspiration, like the rope

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Hiring an Electrician-Round-Rock: Tips for a Safe and Successful Job
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Hiring an Electrician-Round-Rock: Tips for a Safe and Successful Job

Hiring an Electrician-Round-Rock: Tips for a Safe and Successful Job

Hiring a qualified electrician is a crucial step in ensuring the safety and efficiency of electrical work in your home. Whether you’re facing a simple repair, an intricate installation, or a complete rewiring project, finding the right professional can make all the difference in the outcome of the job. In Round Rock, where local regulations and standards play significant roles in electrical work, understanding how to select a skilled electrician is vital. This article provides essential tips and insights to help you navigate the hiring process, ensuring that your project is not only successful but also conducted safely and in …

mindful living and our january/february magazine
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mindful living and our january/february magazine

As I flick through our January/February edition of the MFCH Magazine, it strikes me how many of the subjects tie in to my current obsession, namely ‘mindful living’.

Last year seemed to go by in the blink of an eyelid and this year I am determined to live more mindfully. To pay more attention to my special peeps; to declutter and restyle my home; and to continue to grow the garden as an extension to the house, a place to rest and enjoy, in harmony with the growing constraints of our changing climate.

The interiors we show in the January

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