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Flower Farms of the Pacific Northwest Series Part Four: All My Thyme

Flower Farms, Travel · July 18, 2024

Discover the beauty of All My Thyme flower farm in the picturesque Skagit Valley of Northern Washington.

Exploring All My Thyme: A Flower Farm in the Heart of Skagit Valley

Welcome back to our “Flowers Farms of the Pacific Northwest” series on homewithhollyj.com! Today, I’m taking you on a journey to a lovely flower farm! All My Thyme Flower Farm, owned by my dear friend, Dawn Severin, is nestled in the picturesque Skagit Valley of Northern Washington. If you’ve ever heard of the famous tulip festival in the Skagit Valley, Dawn’s farm is right in the heart of this region.

Meet Dawn Severin: The Heart Behind All My Thyme

All My Thyme was established by Dawn Severin (pictured on the right in the image below) in 1997 as a wholesale culinary herb farm in the fertile Skagit Valley near Mount Vernon, Washington. It has since evolved into an online nursery and rose farm, specializing in potted

Deliciously Mouthwatering Cherry Crisp Recipe With Fresh Cherries

Desserts + Sweets, Recipes, Uncategorized · July 11, 2024

Looking for a delicious crisp dessert? Savor the sweetness of summer with this homemade cherry crisp recipe with fresh cherries.

Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting my friend’s farm, surrounded by blossoming cherry trees, and it instantly reminded me of one of my all-time favorite recipes: homemade cherry crisp using fresh cherries.

Cherry crisp, or as some may call it, cherry crumble, holds a special place in my heart. Its simplicity and irresistible flavor make it a go-to dessert for any occasion, whether it’s a summer barbecue, a cozy family dinner, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy on a warm evening. And as summer draws near, I couldn’t resist sharing this family recipe with you all.

Cherry Crisp Recipe

What sets this cherry crisp apart is its versatility. While cherries take center stage in my version, you can easily swap them out for blackberries,

Creating a Patriotic Tablescape for the Fourth of July

Dinnerware, Entertaining, Holidays, Tablescapes, Uncategorized · July 2, 2024

Create a stunning and Patriotic Fourth of July tablescape with a mix of red, white, and blue dishes from the Fantasy and Rua Nova collections.

Hello friends! The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and there’s nothing I love more than celebrating this patriotic holiday with family and friends. This year, I’ve created a festive and Patriotic Tablescape for the Fourth of July featuring red and blue dinnerware from the esteemed Portuguese company, Bordallo Pinheiro, which has been crafting exquisite pieces for 140 years.

I’ve mixed and matched pieces from the Fantasy Collection and the Rua Nova Collection to bring this red, white, and blue patriotic tablescape to life for our upcoming family gathering. Setting a pretty table in these vibrant colors is always a joy, and I’m thrilled to share the details with you!

The Patriotic Tablescape Place Setting

For each place setting, I started with a red charger plate from the Bordallo

The Easiest Homemade Root Beer Recipe

Beverages, Recipes, Uncategorized · July 1, 2024

Homemade Root Beer is one of those things that seems daunting, but really can be quite easy! There are only 4 ingredients in this root beer recipe making it so easy to make.

Summertime is here and as you may know, this is a time that I entertain constantly! No gathering is complete without a good, refreshing beverage and Homemade Root Beer is the way to go for a warm summer afternoon. This homemade root beer recipe is so easy for anyone to make and has only four ingredients! Don’t let your summer pass by without making this delicious, homemade root beer recipe.

Homemade Root Beer Recipe

The ingredients that you’ll need for this root beer recipe are cold water, sugar, Rootbeer Extract, and 2 Pounds of Dry Ice.

To make this homemade root beer recipe, you’ll set aside the dry ice and mix all of the other ingredients together in a large container until the sugar

How to Make Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Main Course, Recipes · April 19, 2024

Delicious and comforting homemade chicken noodle soup recipe. Warm up with this classic dish packed with flavorful ingredients.

Indulge in the comforting warmth of this homemade chicken noodle soup recipe made with the convenience of rotisserie chicken and frozen egg noodles. This soul-soothing classic begins by simmering a flavorful broth, enriched with the flavor of the rotisserie chicken. Perfect for chilly days or whenever a bowl of comforting homemade chicken soup is needed.

Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

Have you ever been craving chicken noodle soup but you’re short on time? This Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe is so easy and can be made quickly by using a rotisserie chicken! Of course, you can make it with an uncooked whole chicken but either way, it’s yummy! I’ve shared this easy recipe below and make sure to use the frozen egg noodles(or you can make your own)as these large