Looking for something special ? Cocktails or Recipes created on J’s shows…
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Chrysanthemum Cocktail - #flowercocktailhour
I had never heard of the Chrysanthemum cocktail – but with a name like that I had to investigate. It turns out it’s a century-old classic, dating back to 1916. Popular on cruise liners to Europe during prohibition, it’s a relatively simple drink a that’s light and herbal with a sweet ending.”
Episode #309- Mum's the Word
Mum’s the word, today on Life In Bloom, Chrysanthemum, that is. We’ll explore the many shapes sizes and colors of this durable, long-lasting flower. We’ll learn how they’re grown, I’ll show you a fun craft, we’ll even have a Chrysanthemum Cocktail - say that 3 times fast!
Behind the Bloom - Franciscan Flower Vessels
Let’s go behind the Bloom as I create some Franciscan “Flower Vessels”…using Franciscan Pitchers, Coffee Pot and Creamers (from different patterns that were created by Mary Chalmers Brown)
Episode #308- Coffee, Tea, or Flowers?
Today on Life In Bloom pour yourself a cup to enjoy, as we explore connections between coffee, tea and flowers – including recycled grounds, blooming teas, themed arrangements, and – we’ll learn about the creator of this popular, vintage dinnerware pattern, as seen on many Life In Bloom episodes.
Flower Cocktail Hour: Punch with Flower Filled Ice
Recipe in Bloom- Punch with Flower Filled IceHere's a fun way to dress up any punch is with flower-filled ice … today we'll accent this punch and the punch bowl with Flowers around and inside the punch bowl!
Episode #307- Flowers for Celebrating Life
On this episode of Life In Bloom we’re Celebrating Life with Flowers. I’ll show you many, wonderful ways to remember special people we’ve known with love and joy. Including a visit with a flower artist sculptor – and sharing some personal memories.
Lavender Martini- #FlowerCocktailHour
I love to infuse vodka with flavors - especially flower flavors. This cocktail includes a Lavender vodka that I had infused with Lavender from the garden…the Lavender Martini- is tasty and beautiful too!You can Substitute lavender vodka for Plain Vodka- if you wish- to tone down the Lavender Flavor.It's also Possible to substitute a Lavender Flower Elixir to make non- alcohol version instead too... you can always have Fun with flowers- and be Creative!
Episode #306- Purple Passion
On this episode of Life In Bloom we’re cultivating a passion for purple. I’ll show you precious violets, easy centerpieces, and a regal showstopper with Lilacs. We’ll also visit a Clematis farm in Florida and create a Lavender Martini.
Benno Dobbe- The Lily Expert
Let’s learn a bit more about Lilies- and how they grow- from my friend Benno Dobbe. Benno is an expert when it comes to growing lilies… I recently visited him to learn more about commercial lily production. Benno immigrated from the Netherlands to the US - and brought his family to the West Coast of the USA
Stuffed Day Lilies- Recipe in Bloom
Day Lilies from your yard can be transformed in a floral appetizer! Stuffed Day Lilies are easy to make…let me share a fun recipe with you- and you can watch along in this segment- as I create this fun appetizer- made with Organic Day Lily blooms! This process stuffs the Day Lily with goat cheese- and then quickly fries them - for a delightful and delicious taste treat!
Lilies Around the House
It's easy to fill your home with Lilies- simply by using this special technique- I purchased a 10 stem bunch of lilies at my local flower seller. I look for bunches that have only a few flowers open- because Lilies are ideal for providing - what I like to call: Waves of Flowers- for a very long period of time.
Episode #305- Lilies in Bloom
Lilies have always been an important flower to me- I was born on my Grandma’s Birthday- and her name was Lily Green. So my infatuation with the lily goes waaaay Back. I’ve always loved lilies of all shapes and colors.
Glass Top Table - With Succulents and Tillandsia!
This is a Fun Glass Top Table that can serve as a container as well - let me show you how it works… in this fun segment- I love this Glass table-top (or should I say "Table INSIDE") Idea
Artichoke Spritzer- #FlowerCocktailHour
The slightly bitter aperitif- created from Artichokes- is the perfect ingredient for the Artichoke Spritzer- featured in today's Flower Cocktail Hour!
Episode #304 - Plants & Flowers for a Healthy Home
Today on Life In Bloom, plants, blooming and otherwise, are the focus. We’ll look at ways plants can improve the health of your home, we’ll include a plant in a beautiful bouquet, and experience a bit of Monstera madness.
Queen Bee- #FlowerCocktailHour
Honey is an appropriate ingredient for this week’s flower cocktail, the Queen Bee.