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Lavender Love Weekend Meanderings

May 14, 2022 By Elizabeth 11 Comments

A little of this, a little of that and lots of lavender on weekend meanderings. Including lavender cakes, drinks, DIY and more.

Good Morning friends, it is a beautiful sunny day and I am up bright and early getting things ready for the dinner party we are hosting this evening.  I have sauces to make, cupcakes to frost and lavender simple syrup to make. This morning I am joining my friends Juliet and Kim for Weekend Meanderings so when you finish here pop over and see what they are up too!

lavender fields

Todays post was inspired by the lavender simple syrup the I am making to use in the Lavender French 75 cocktails that are on the menu this evening.

 Lavender Love Weekend Meanderings

When I was looking for a recipe for a lavender cocktail I went down a rabbit hole of beautiful images of the rolling lavender fields in Provence. Have you ever seen the fields of Provence? I was lucky enough to be there one summer and lavender is not only in the fields, it is at the market, in bouquets, sachets, soaps, and more. It is a beautiful sight.

lavender provence

If you do not have a trip planned to Provence may I suggest a trip to the Pelindaba lavender farm on San Juan island, Washington? The entire island is charming, as is the town of Friday Harbor. Not only will you hear the buzz of the bees and see the purple fields of lavender but you might also see orcas, humpbacks, otters and many other wildlife species while visiting the island. We stayed at the Birdrock Hotel and loved the location, the hotel and the helpful staff.

“Be like a lavender flower which symbolizes purity, quietness, elegance, calmness, deluxe, royalty.” Nayana D. Biju

Lavender Drinks

Lavender French 75 cocktail

Lavender 75 Cocktail

3/4 oz. lavender simple syrup

3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice

4 oz. sparkling wine

lemon twist for garnish

Combine lavender syrup and lemon juice in a Champagne flute. Top slowly with sparkling wine. Garnish with lemon twist. Serve with or without ice.

lavender buds in white bowl

Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe

In small saucepan, mix 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water and 1 ounce dried lavender. Simmer and stir for 3–4 minutes, until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat. Let cool, and strain.

 

 Vanilla Lavender Latte

Vanilla Lavender Latte is a delicious alternative to your morning coffee.

French Lavender Whipped Coffee

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If like like Dalgona whipped coffee thank you will love, French Lavender Whipped Coffee.

Lavender Cakes, Scones and More

Lavender lemon anglefood cake cake

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Lavender Lemon Anglefood Cake, a beautiful alternative to summer berries.

lavender sugar cookies

An easy and delicious cookie recipe.

Lavender buttermilk scones

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Scones for a Sunday morning treat!

chocolate lavender truffles

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Chocolate Lavender truffles, decadent and delicious. If brownies are a favorite in your house try these.

Lavender DIY

Lavender Eye Mask

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DIY Lavender Linen Eye Mask

This beautifu mask can be used hot or cold to help you relax, to soon a headache, or to fall asleep. I have a lavender mask that my step-mother made for me and I use it after every yoga class during Savasana.

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Lavender Ebsom Bath Salts

Lavender sachets

Sachets are the easiest DIY ever, you simply scoop your lavender buds into a cotton bag, tie the top and voila you have a beautiful sachet. These cute little bags make a great gift for family and friends. You can also keep them to hang in your closet to repel moths, or place them in your drawers to scent your clothing.

Lavender Finds

Caftan

A Lavender Caftan for your summer adventures, or perhaps a pair of summer sandals?

lavender scented soft doll

Adorable lavender scented doll. 

white candle

You could add the scent of Provence to your home with a candle. soap, Block Print Tablecloth.

basket filled with dried lavender scent sticks candy

Idlewild Floral Lavender Gift Basket

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This week I shared a delicious recipe for Blueberry Muffins.

My 3 favorite Target sandals. 

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Friday Favorites, where I share interesting articles, books, fashion finds, recipes and more!

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Happiness radiates like the fragrance from a flower and draws all good things towards you.

That is it for weekend meanderings, I hope the you enjoyed all things lavender. Have a wonderful weekend my friends.

Don’t forget to check out Kim and Juliet’s weekend meanderings!

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  1. Juliet says

    May 14, 2022 at 10:22 am

    Good morning, Elizabeth! Everything lavender … I can almost spell the goodness over here. Lavender makes me think of a spa … ah, a spa. Wouldn’t that be nice today? Love the Lavender French 75 idea … you’ll get your dinner party started right. If you’re not too exhausted to enjoy it … preparing for guests can be exhausting, right? Of course, that all wears off the second they walk through the door and the fun begins. I’m pinning everything lavender … and those heart shaped cookies. Swoon. Do you know I lived on Fidalgo Island for two years, visited the San Juans many times but never saw the lavender fields. Serious fail on my end. But a good reason to go back. Hope you have a delightful dinner with friends and enjoy every moment of your weekend. xo

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  2. Cindy says

    May 14, 2022 at 10:53 am

    Hi Elizabeth, you know I adore you Lavender! I can never get enough. I so wish it grew well in NJ.

    Enjoy your dinner party tonight!

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  3. Melba / Cocoon Raw says

    May 14, 2022 at 10:59 am

    Wow Elizabeth! I absolutely love this post! Every single idea and photo is fabulous, magazine worthy. I want to make every single idea!

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  4. kim says

    May 14, 2022 at 12:19 pm

    Elizabeth, I am a big fan of lavender and really enjoyed this so much. I have saved all these recipes! I so want to try the angel food cake especially. Your Lavender 75 is perfect for summer. I have been to the lavender fields in Provence a few years ago near St Remy and they were stunning! I have lavender all over my property here and am always wondering the best way to save it? I try and cut it and dry in bundles. Now maybe I should make some sachets. Oh and that caftan is TDF! Enjoy your weekend and your dinner party. Sounds like a lot of fun. xo Kim

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  5. Donna Allen says

    May 14, 2022 at 7:44 pm

    Loved seeing all your gorgeous pictures! I think lavender is so beautiful and calming! Have a great week! Donna

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  6. Annie Diamond says

    May 15, 2022 at 10:41 pm

    Elizabeth,
    I’m going to try and make lavender syrup this week! I’ve never thought to make it! I have some culinary lavender buds just waiting to be made into a simple syrup! Makes me want to go to Provence…but then I always want to go to France! xx

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    • Elizabeth says

      May 16, 2022 at 8:34 am

      Annie, it is delicious! perfect for drinks, cakes and more.

      Reply
  7. LA CONTESSA says

    May 16, 2022 at 12:19 pm

    OH MY GOD!
    ONE OF YOUR ADS IS SELLING A STICK BIDET!!Look out toilet paper your demise is upon us!
    What next?
    The EUROPEANS have used for years and when we lived there we out the PET TURTLES IN IT!
    LAVENDER is a beautiful fragrance……..BANKSY LOVES IT!I spray his bed with it and he rolls around to capture the fragrance!

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  8. Mary Ann Pickett says

    May 16, 2022 at 12:54 pm

    I just wish this post had the fragrance added…but I can almost smell all the lovely lavender anyway!!! Love this.

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    • Elizabeth says

      May 17, 2022 at 7:50 pm

      Thank you Mary Ann! I hope you have a wonderful week.

      Reply
  9. Carol Karl | Living a Real Life says

    May 19, 2022 at 8:52 pm

    I love lavender and I want to make it all. I’d love to visit a lavender farm – it’s always been on my to do list but I never have. Maybe this summer. I’ve pinned these recipes for later.

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