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!
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.
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.
Lavender Drinks
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 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 is a delicious alternative to your morning coffee.
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If like like Dalgona whipped coffee thank you will love, French Lavender Whipped Coffee.
Lavender Cakes, Scones and More
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Lavender Lemon Anglefood Cake, a beautiful alternative to summer berries.
An easy and delicious cookie recipe.
Scones for a Sunday morning treat!
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Chocolate Lavender truffles, decadent and delicious. If brownies are a favorite in your house try these.
Lavender DIY
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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.
Lavender Ebsom Bath Salts
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
A Lavender Caftan for your summer adventures, or perhaps a pair of summer sandals?
Adorable lavender scented doll.
You could add the scent of Provence to your home with a candle. soap, Block Print Tablecloth.
Idlewild Floral Lavender Gift Basket
In case you missed it
This week I shared a delicious recipe for Blueberry Muffins.
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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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Friday Favorites No. 479
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
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!
Wow Elizabeth! I absolutely love this post! Every single idea and photo is fabulous, magazine worthy. I want to make every single idea!
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
Loved seeing all your gorgeous pictures! I think lavender is so beautiful and calming! Have a great week! Donna
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
Annie, it is delicious! perfect for drinks, cakes and more.
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!
I just wish this post had the fragrance added…but I can almost smell all the lovely lavender anyway!!! Love this.
Thank you Mary Ann! I hope you have a wonderful week.
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.