Journal

Sand Keeper Ornament...my new favorite!
Sand Keeper Ornaments are designed to hold a small amount of beach sand as a keepsake ornament.  This blog post goes into the inspiration behind the design as well as instructions on how to fill and plug the opening.
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A Summer to Remember
Nothing says summer quite like the smell of freshly cut grass, a charcoal grill and kids laughing in the distance. With the kids out of school and the long summer days ahead, it can be daunting to think about entertaining...
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It's Strawberry Season in Florida!
Living so close to Plant City, FL, we get to enjoy the freshest strawberries possible in February and March each year. We eat them plain, we pick them fresh as a family fun activity, we make jam and we stop on...
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Cottonseed Cares 2021-2022
Joe and I first started Cottonseed Cares, our philanthropic program, in 2020 when we were celebrating our 5th year in business. The traditional 5th anniversary gift is wood because it is durable and long-lasting. A tree is a symbol of...
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