setting the table... just right!

 

wicker oval placemats

{set of 4}

18" L x 13" D

I don't know about you... Setting the dinner table just right can be so fun and a also a darn challenge at the same time! So why make it difficult for yourself. Just purchase fabulous placemats {hint hint} like the ones above and voila your life will be so much easier and your guests  as well as family will l o v e how beautiful your table looks! Ha Ha don't you like how I make it so simple... 

S T O P by our...

Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October 8th

9:00 am to 11:00 am 

L O C A T I ON

 In the ALLEY "behind" our old rustic rooster storefront location... No joke in the ALLEY "behind" this address: 

930 S. Coast Hwy. 101

Encinitas, CA 92024

Text me if you have any questions... 

{760} 436.2171 

-text or call-

you're invited... 10.8.22

 

i like coffee table trays & i cannot lie...

Seriously,  who doesn't like an eye catching coffee table tray... I sure do! They can go in so many different directions {styles}. Big, small, round, chunky, square, thin... You name it! Making a statement with your coffee table tray is very important. It can actually set the tone of your entire space. I tend to go for a classic square rattan style {like below}. What's your style tray?

S T O P by our...

Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October 8th

9:00 am to 11:00 am 

L O C A T I ON

 In the ALLEY "behind" our old rustic rooster storefront location... No joke in the ALLEY "behind" this address: 

930 S. Coast Hwy. 101

Encinitas, CA 92024

Text me if you have any questions... {760}436.2171

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and another f u n discount

 

And were offering "15%" off ALL furniture & accessories! We have so many great pieces that I know will be snagged up fast Saturday... I would  come early. They do say the early bird gets the worm! Ha Ha

Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October 8th

9:00 am to 11:00 am 

L O C A T I ON

 In the ALLEY "behind" our old rustic rooster storefront location... No joke in the ALLEY "behind" this address: 

930 S. Coast Hwy. 101

Encinitas, CA 92024

Text me if you have any questions... {760}436.2171 

20 % off... oh my

 

We're really doing it this time... Cleaning out & practically giving stuff away!  We're offering "20%" off ALL coffee tables at our Coast Alley S A L E this Saturday! Yaaaaa 

You don't want to miss this S A L E! 

More BIG discounts to come! 

Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October 8th

9:00 am to 11:00 am 

L O C A T I ON

 In the ALLEY "behind" our old rustic rooster storefront location... No joke in the ALLEY "behind" this address: 

930 South Coast Highway 101

Encinitas, CA 92024

Text me if you have any questions... {760} 436.2171 

monday {menu}

 

{recipe from... here}

s p o o k y  b o o  b r o w n i e s

ingredients

• 1box (16 oz) Betty Crocker™ Supreme original brownie mix
• Water, vegetable oil and egg called for on brownie mix box
• 1cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy creamy white frosting (from 16-oz container)
• 16large marshmallows
• Betty Crocker™ black decorating gel (from 0.68-oz tube)

steps

• 1.) Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Line 8- or 9-inch square pan with foil, allowing some to hang over edges of pan. Grease bottom and sides of foil with shortening or cooking spray. Make and bake brownies as directed on box for 8- or 9-inch square pan. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 1/2 hours. Freeze in pan 15 minutes. Using foil to lift, remove brownies from pan, and peel foil away. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.
• 2.) Heat frosting in microwavable bowl uncovered on High 20 to 30 seconds, stirring every 10 seconds, until frosting can be stirred smooth and fluid. If frosting becomes too firm while decorating, microwave 5 seconds; stir.
• 3.) Top each brownie with 1 large marshmallow. Spoon 1 tablespoon frosting over each marshmallow to coat. Let stand until frosting is set, about 30 minutes. Use black gel to make eyes and mouths.

happy sunday...

 

fun finds

 

fun finds

 

No, No, No... 3's not a crowd!

More the merrier in my eyes! haha

Wonderful vintage side tables, nightstands and old pine hutch tops will be available at our...

 Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October  8th

{9am to 11am}

Take a closer look at these fabulous pieces that are for sale! 

i wish

 

I wish my creeping ivy look like this on my side fence... Seriously, how lush and stunning is it! I bet this owner sings to it every morning and maybe gives it a high five too! 

monday {menu}

 

Greek Yogurt 

Cream Cheese 

Lemon Coffee Cake

{recipe from... h e r e}

CREAM CHEESE LAYER

• 8 ounces Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese, softened (regular cream cheese is fine too)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

COFFEE CAKE

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• zest of one lemon
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (add more for stronger lemon flavor)

CRUMB TOPPING

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cold cubed butter
• powdered sugar for dusting

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INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare an 8 x 8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper, leaving extra paper hanging over two of the sides. If you don’t have parchment paper, spray the dish with non-stick cooking spray.

FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER

1. In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, sugar, egg, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

FOR THE COFFEE CAKE

1. In another medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
2. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, mix oil and sugar. Add egg and mix well.
3. Add Greek yogurt, lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix well on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the batter and mix until incorporated on low speed. Be careful not to over mix.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth it out to the edges.
6. Carefully spread the cream cheese mixture over the top of the batter, spreading it almost to the edges.

FOR THE CRUMB TOPPING

1. To make the crumb topping, pour the flour, sugar and cold cubed butter into a medium bowl, and using a pastry cutter or two forks, cut the butter into the flour and sugar until you are have pea sized crumbs of flour coated butter. Pour the crumb mixture over the cream cheese layer.
2. Bake the coffee cake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes. Allow to cool, and then dust with powdered sugar. Remove from the dish using parchment paper to a cutting board, and cut into 16 squares.
3. 

hello sunday...

 

saturday steps

 

Finally it's Saturday... And the weather is absolutely perfect! Today try and step up your game... In your house, with your kids or spouse or even with your friends. I'm at my daughters Field Hockey game down south... So I'm going to step it up in the cheering section! Not sure anyone wants to hear me, but Its on! Go Mavericks!  haha  

I love these stepping stones trimmed with moss and a beautiful ground cover flower.  Definitely my classic style! You can't go wrong with this beautiful look! So this Saturday Make your kind of steps forward beautiful!  

napkin fun

 

I wish I knew how to make decorative shapes {flowers or animals} out of napkins for my guests... How fun would that be! I could just hear it now... Oh Marge, you're a tiger tonight. lol haha Joan, you're a flamingo. Talk about a very colorful dinner party! Love it!

These Napkins are available for purchase at our...

 Coastal Alley S A L E 

Saturday, October 8th

{9am to 11am}

or 

message me to purchase earlier

glowing

 

{30.00 + tax & shop or free pick up}

Get them while they're h o t, h o t, h o t... Just kidding, but I know these beautiful brass twisted candlestick holders won't last long. Definitely prefect accessory on your table day or night! Or even like I set them up... On a bar! Hey, who doesn't need to see their alcohol glowing at a party. hahaha 

s h o p

Coastal Alley S A L E

Saturday, October 8th

9am to 11am

l o c a t i o n: In the alley "behind" the old rustic rooster storefront address... {behind this address} 930 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

getting ready

 

10.5" Diameter 3 dinner plates

{$50 for the set of 3... + tax & ship or free pick up}

Hi! Happy Tuesday everyone... Today one of my many goals is to start getting ready for our next Coastal Alley S A L E... Saturday, October 8th {9am to 11am}. Seriously, we have so many fabulous pieces! If I could I would keep them all... Ok I've tried to keep them all. haha It's time to let go all of the rooster purchases that I've hoarded through the years.  Keep watching I'll post everyday a piece from our up and coming sale... If something catches your eye, Message me!  I can ship or open the garage space just for you to purchase {by appointment only}!