Marian Parsons, Author at Miss Mustard Seed

circa 1886

by Marian Parsons | Mar 26, 2024 | a slice of life, Food & Fitness, Travel

When I was in my mid-20s, I became a Food Network junkie. We had just moved into the first home we owned, a 1,100 sq ft townhouse, and I had my own kitchen after living in my in-law’s basement for a couple of years while Jeff finished his undergrad degree. I...

olive velvet pillows & a block print quilt

by Marian Parsons | Mar 25, 2024 | All Things Home, Decorating, Master Bedroom, My House

I thought I would share a couple of small details in our primary bedroom as it transitions from Winter into Spring. I don’t make many big changes to my house through the seasons except for Christmas. I do like to make subtle shifts with things that are easy to...

playing with abstract art

by Marian Parsons | Mar 21, 2024 | Artistic Endeavors, Oil Painting

If you had asked me a few years ago if I had any interest in abstract art, I would’ve told you confidently that it’s not my thing at all. More than that, abstract art seems too chaotic, pointless, and lacks a true display of artistic talent in my...

collectors collect

by Marian Parsons | Mar 20, 2024 | a slice of life

If you have followed my Instagram Stories while I’ve been on vacation at Isle of Palms, it’s obvious that I’m a collector by the number of shells I add to my beachcombing bag to take home with me. I embraced the fact that I was a collector a long...

trellis inspiration

by Marian Parsons | Mar 19, 2024 | 1970 home renovation, All Things Home, Gardening, My House

A little over a week ago, I shared some of our spring project plans and I thought I would flesh one of those ideas out a bit more. Specifically, let’s take a look at some trellis inspiration ideas I’m considering for the blank wall of siding on the front...