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Jo's Favorite Things :

Tomatoes

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and find out the many ways she loves tomatoes. 

Jo's Favorite Things Tomatoes

Are you hungry yet?

  • Tomatoes on Toast – http://nickyandmax.com/2012/08/19/tomatoes-on-toast/
  • Tomato Beet Salad – http://www.marthastewart.com/907476/tomato-beet-salad
  • Roasted Tomato Grilled Cheese – http://www.howsweeteats.com/2012/05/roasted-tomato-caprese-grilled-cheese/
  • Tomato Pizza – http://noelbarnhurst.com/blog/making-pizza-like-a-pro/
  • Artichoke and Tomato Salad Tarts – http://www.sunshineandsmile.com/2012/03/29/artichoke-and-tomato-salad-tarts-dhsp-challenge-7/
  • Heirloom Tomato Salad – http://userealbutter.com/2011/09/05/heirloom-tomato-salad-recipe/

Jo's Favorite Things :

Studios

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and into her dream studios.

Jo's Favorite Things Studios

“For me a much loved studio could be so many places and look so many ways!”  ~Jo

Do you have a dream studio?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Chocolate

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and into her kitchen with chocolate. 

jo's favorite things chocolate

Can you blame Jo for loving chocolate?  Just look at these fabulous treats.  Do you have a favorite form of chocolate; or do you just love chocolate anything?

  • Cocoa Coconut Fudgecicles
  • Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie
  • Mudslide Pudding Shots
  • Double Chocolate Soufflés
  • Hot Chocolate on a Stick

Jo's Favorite Things :

Aqua

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and one of her favorite colors: aqua. 

jo's favorite things aqua

“I love the color aqua!”

What are some of your favorite colors?  Isn’t aqua so soothing and inspirational? 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Breakfast

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and join her for breakfast…it is the most important meal of the day after all.

Jos Favorite Things Breakfast

  • Overnight Pecan Praline French Toast Casserole with Fresh Strawberries
  • Katie’s Patatas Bravas with Ham and Eggs
  • Toast, Hummus, Avocado with a Roasted Tomato
  • Avocado & Egg Breakfast Pizza
  • Papaya-Berry Yogurt Parfaits

What are some of YOUR favorite breakfast foods?  Does breakfast help you jumpstart your creativity?

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Books

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are? Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and inside one of her favorite pastimes…reading, or in this case books.  There are so many different ways to look at books.

jos favorite things books

As you can see, books are for so much more than reading.  How do you like to display your favorite works of literature?

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Pomegranates

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and inside one of her favorite foods…pomegranates.  Sometimes you need a little gourmet inspiration to help in your creating. 

jo's favorite things pomegranates

What kind of inspiration can you cook up with pomegranates?

  • Pomegranate Crème Brulee
  • Pavlova with Pomegrante and White Chocolate Cream
  • Pomegranates and Roses
  • Flourless Chocolate-Pomegranate Cake
  • Pomegranate
  • Pomegranate Mojito

Decor :

Bathrooms

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and inside some of her favorite…bathrooms. 

bathroom designs

A beautiful bathroom can be a sanctuary. 

What would be in your dream bathroom?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Grilled Cheese

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see what’s on her lunch table…grilled cheese.

gourmet grilled cheese recipes

It’s easy to see why these gourmet twists on a classic are some of Jo’s favorite things.

Grilled cheese recipes found here:

  • Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Grilled Cheese
  • Roasted Strawberry, Brie, and Chocolate Grilled Cheese
  • Fontina Blackberry Basil Smash Grilled Cheese
  • Roasted Tomato Caprese Grilled Cheese with Balsamic Glaze
  • Beet, Arugula and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese
  • Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Sandwich from Joy the Baker

Jo's Favorite Things :

Black and White Stripes

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see the world in black and white…stripes.

Jo's Favorite Things Black and White Stripes

“I want to wear black and white stripes.”

Do you see yourself adding a little horizontal and vertical to your summer wardrobe?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Jars

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see why jars are more than just storage. 

jar

It’s easy to see why these jars are one of Jo’s favorite things.  Do you have some creative ideas for using jars?

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Summer Shoes

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and step into some lovely summer shoes. 

summer shoes

Now who is ready for a long summer’s night walk on the beach?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Ice Cubes

Make a drink and relax…we are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius. I hope your drink is “on the rocks.”

Creative Ice Cube Ideas

Ice cubes can add a simple and elegant touch to your summer drinks.  Have you tried any creative ways to make ice cubes?  It’s easy to see why creative ice cubes are one of Jo’s favorite things.

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Pictures

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…just picture it now.

jo's favorite things pictures

 ”Favorite pictures arranged with great style!” ~Jo Packham

How do you like to arrange your pictures?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Lamps

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…and flip the light switch. 

jo's favorite things: lamps

Can you see why Jo loves these creative lighting ideas?  Do you have any lighting in your home or wor kspace that really stands out?  Lamps are an easy way to add a decorative touch to any space. 

 

 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Rain

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…get cozy in your favorite chair and watch the rain fall. 

jo's favorite things rain

“I love rainy days!” ~Jo Packham

Are you able to see the beauty in a rainy day like Jo?

Jo's Favorite Things :

The Ocean

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…join Jo at the ocean. 

ocean collage

“I love the ocean!” ~Jo Packham

It’s easy to see why Jo love’s the ocean—the colors, the beaches, the coral, and the gorgeous scenery. 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Artist’s Supplies

Sit back and relax in your favorite chair.  We are about to take a look into the mind of a creative genius…find out why an artist’s supplies are one of Jo’s favorite things.

artist's supplies

“I am not an artist but I love their much loved pastels and brushes and their journals filled with notes and color and ‘someday’ thoughts.” ~ Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Pastels

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Colors are such an inspiration to us all—discover why Jo loves pastels.

pastel color collage

“Sometimes in life you simply  need ‘more’ soft and pretty!” ~Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Colors Inspired

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Colors inspired…how could you not be inspired?

jo's favorite things colors inspired

“In my everyday life I both wear and decorate with soft colors such as aqua and taupe so a Pinterest board that is filled to overflowing with a riot of color is like going on vacation for me … I am completely ‘lost’ in the possibility of it all!” ~Jo Packham
Are you inspired by color?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Orange

Pull up a chair and take a look inside the mind of a creative genius as we explore Jo’s favorite things.  Orange is more than just a color to Jo…it’s an inspiration. 

the color orange

Jo's Favorite Things :

Margaritas

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and have a drink or two. 

jo's favorite things: margaritas

  1. Mango Margarita Ice Cream
  2. Watermelon Margarita
  3. Margarita Guacamole
  4. Honeydew Cucumber Margarita Popsicle
  5. Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes
  6. Styled Margaritas
  7. Chocolate Margarita
  8. Blood Orange Margarita
  9. Ginger Pomegranate Margarita
  10. Kiwi Margarita

Do you have a favorite drink?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Collection of Color

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see a marvelous collection of color. 

jo's favorite things: collection of color

What colors inspire you?

Jo's Favorite Things :

The Journey

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and find out why sometimes it’s all about the journey. 

Jo's Favorite Things The Journey

Where will your journey take you?

Jo's Favorite Things :

Green

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see why the color green means so much to her.

jo's favorite things: green

“I love the color green … every color of green. It is the color of spring and all that is new. It is the color of success and some dreams come true. It is the color that inspires me to be my happiest … I think because it was my dear sweet daddy’s favorite color.” ~Jo Packham

Jo's Favorite Things :

Yarn

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a look inside the mind of a creative genius and see why these items crocheted from beautiful yarn are some of her favorite things. 

crocheted items

“I love yarns. Their colors, their texture, their possibilities are such an inspiration!” ~Jo Packham 

Jo's Favorite Things :

Gypsy Culture

Do you ever wonder what Jo’s favorite things are?  Let’s take a peek inside the mind of a creative genius to see why gypsy culture is something that inspires her.

jo's favorite things: gypsy culture

“I am fascinated by the folklore of a gypsy’s life. Their wagons, their sense of imagination, and the fabrics that color their life are inspiring!” ~Jo Packham