Monday, February 27, 2012

St. Patty's In the Kitchen



I like to celebrate our teeny tiny bit of Irish blood every March.




I love the wood sign I found on Etsy last year.




Green gingham and some green touches are all I added.




Now for the corned beef and cabbage. I am going to try an Irish soda bread recipe a reader sent to me.




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36 comments:

  1. Ann@A Sentimental LifeFebruary 27, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Just takes a little bit of the green to make it cheerful for the holiday!

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  2. Elizabeth EdwardsFebruary 27, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    so cute. i love the little touches. green is such a great color. i've got mine all up as well. can't wait to hear how the cabbage dish turns out for you all. (:

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  3. DeniseFebruary 27, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    Same here-a bit of Irish.I always thank of My Irish Grandma on ST.Patty's.Love your kitchen decor-Denise

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  4. ElizabethFebruary 27, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    Very nice, I do not usually decorate for St. Patricks day,but I do always cook corned beef and cabbage and wear green!

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  5. DebbiedoosFebruary 27, 2012 at 3:18 PM

    So Cute! I better not forget St. Patricks day decor, My Irish Mom will kill me LOL. Seemed I just jumped into Spring here.

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  6. DebbieFebruary 27, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Very cute! I don't usually do much here, but I had thought about doing some decorating in my kitchen this year.

    Love the sign.

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  7. My Cozy CasitaFebruary 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    So cute You kitchen deco so cute
    I did some decoration around
    my house
    XO
    Isora

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  8. NanaNor'sFebruary 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Hi, I love the plant and shamrocks; I am totally Irish through and through. I don't have as many St.Patty's Day decorations as I'd like. I love yours and your shelf as well.
    We won't be eating corned beef and cabbage, carrots and potatoes for awhile yet.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Noreen

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  9. KrisFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    That is one holiday I don't decorate for. But I do make corned beef and cabbage!!!

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  10. Diane WritesFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    What a great and creative way to brighten up a little space. I love it Elaine!

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  11. Sam I Am......February 27, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    You are such a great decorator! I love everything you do. Just enough and not over the top. I don't do lots of holiday decorating but I do like to add a few touches here and there. I have to get mine out as I am Irish and come St. Patty's Day I'll be cooking up the same recipes! Thanks for sharing! Have a great day!

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    This is my first visit to your blog. So sweet! I love your St Patrick's Day touches! :)

    Blessings,

    Gina

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  13. ShugFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:39 PM

    Have never tasted corn beef..can you believe that?
    Love the green! Your kitchen looks
    great..
    shug

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  14. Ribbonwood CottageFebruary 27, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Yum, corn beef and cabbage. I'm right there with you. Love your green decorating. so adorable. Everything you do is wonderful!
    blessings,
    Debbie

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  15. labbie1February 27, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    Even cute scottie dogs on the green salt and pepper shakers! Cute!

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  16. Sweet TeaFebruary 27, 2012 at 7:00 PM

    Fresh! Love it - kind of like having
    a mantle in the kitchen!

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  17. MichelleFebruary 27, 2012 at 8:11 PM

    I love this holiday. My grandparents came here from Ireland. This is terrible to say ,but I hate soda bread. My parents taught me to bake my corn beef and cabbage. A lot of people boil it. It has more flavor that way.
    Your shelf looks great. Love the sign .

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  18. TracyFebruary 27, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    I love your St. Patrick's Day touches, Elaine! :)

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  19. CindyFebruary 27, 2012 at 9:09 PM

    I love your shelf, it's so versatile and fun to see it dressed for each holiday or season. Your sign is great and your menu sounds yummy! Good luck with your soda bread, it sounds interesting.
    HUgs, Cindy

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  20. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonFebruary 27, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Hi Elaine,
    I use to decorate quite a bit for St. Patty's. I finally gave my decor away, but we still do a green dinner for the family. It's always so fun! Your touch of green is very sweet!
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  21. SueFebruary 27, 2012 at 9:51 PM

    Your St. Paddy's Day decor is certainly fun! I'll be making a traditional Irish meal, including some soda bread. With names like Sullvan and Murphy, we can't help but celebrate the luck of the Irish! Visiting from Marty's party.
    ~ Sue

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  22. parenting articlesFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:16 AM

    that is really lovely!

    parenting articles

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  23. Lisa~A Cottage To MeFebruary 28, 2012 at 4:08 AM

    Very nice, the perfect touch of Irish! I just cook the corned beef and cabbage on that day. Great photos!

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  24. Ricki TreleavenFebruary 28, 2012 at 4:15 AM

    I love all things Irish!!! I miss eating irish soda bread....it is so yummy! Let us know how the recipe turned out.

    I still have not decorated for St. Patrick's Day, but I will probably use my same decorations from last year.

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  25. debFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:44 AM

    LOVE the touches of green!!!! cant wait to see how your bread turns out!!!

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  26. SImple and Serene LivingFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    Love your green touches, Elaine. Yum!!! Irish soda bread.

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  27. Cranberry MorningFebruary 28, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    I absolutely love that shelf! What a cheery little corner!

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  28. trishFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:45 PM

    Oh how cute. :0)
    And I love the sweet gingham
    touches. :0) I am Irish too.

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  29. Heather's Blog-o-ramaFebruary 28, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    OH, CUTE!!!! Maybe I'll try decorating for St. Patrick's Day, too :) :) Love and hugs from the ocean shores of California, Heather :)

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2012 at 9:29 PM

    I enjoy seeing the changes on your shelf from one season to another. You do a great job of showing how it takes just a few simple and inexpensive things to make your home feel festive for any holiday. I especially love your little salt shakers with the scotty dogs.

    Thanks for linking up to the Your Cozy Home Party this week! I always enjoy seeing your posts Elaine!

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  31. Janette - The2SeasonsMarch 1, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    The colors look so fresh and wholesome. I especially love the green check.

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  32. GenevaMarch 1, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    Your St Patty's decor really adds some fun to your kitchen. Very Nice!

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  33. Warm Heart BearsMarch 4, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    I love the little leprechaun touches! Spring is near. Visiting from Home Sweet Home party!

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  34. The Charm of HomeMarch 8, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  35. PriscillaMarch 15, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Sounds good. Love the cute shelf.

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  36. KathleenMarch 16, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Perfect touches for your kitchen!
    Thanks for Linking up to the blog crawl!

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