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TUNA PASTA SALAD

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Last week I posted pictures of a picnic tablescape that I had planned for the summer. One of the food items I had prepared was a Tuna Pasta Salad which was absolutely delicious and so easy to make. It is the perfect picnic/summer/no fuss food because it doesn’t take long to put together (you can essentially cut up all your items while the pasta boils) and it can be eaten at room temperature. No heating = win win!

This is the perfect dish for your next picnic, potluck or even for this weeks lunch! Scroll down below for some preparation tips and the recipe.

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SUMMER FUN TABLESCAPES

SUMMER PICNIC TABLESCAPE

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Eating al fresco is my favourite thing to do during the summer time and one of the funnest ways to accomplish that is by creating a picnic in the park. I love having a picnic lunch and although this is not quite the same as picnicking in Paris in front of the Eiffel Tower (take me back please!) you can still recreate the same fun vibe in your own back yard or nearby park.

““Hey Boo Boo, let’s go get us a pic-a-nic basket” – Yogi Bear

I’m in! Gather up some key items mentioned below and head off to an afternoon of fun!

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APPETIZERS

WATERMELON MINT SALSA

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I love embracing every season when it comes to entertaining as they each bring out different unique touches – this is especially true when it comes to food. Summer provides us with the most delicious, flavourful fruits and vegetables that are beyond mouth watering. Fall on the other hand has its own gems which help us get cozy for the winter time! As we only have a few weeks of summer left, I am taking full advantage of the seasonal fruit with this amazingly refreshing Watermelon Mint Salsa.

Watermelon is another one of my favourite summer fruits (among cherries and peaches!) and this salsa is perfect for a hot summers day to share with a crowd. Pair it with some nacho chips or mini pita breads and you have the perfect potluck dish!

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PARTY DECOR PRINTABLES

THANK YOU TAGS FREE PRINTABLE

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One thing I always try to keep on hand are thank you cards. Whenever I can, I love to send a quick note of thanks when appropriate. It’s the little extra touch that really shows you appreciate the person and their hard work.

I also think thank you notes are NOT a thing of the past! Whether a hand written card or a cute label on a small gift – the gesture goes a long way! This week I have created these simple Thank You tags that you can use for all future gifts/favours. Whether it’s attached to a box of cookies or to a single flower daisy picked from the garden – it’s the thought that counts.

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♥ JMS HEARTS ♥

♥ JMS HEARTS ♥ ISSUE 4

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I can’t believe how fast the summer is flying by! I feel like I say this every day but it truly feels that way. Although I do find it going quickly, I have been taking the time to enjoy it which has been my goal this summer. We have had the opportunity to go to the cottage a few times with friends and spend weekends on patios and I have been enjoying every minute of it!

One good thing about the summer coming to an end is that all the stores are having amazing summer sales! This is the time to truly buy things if you need to update your entertaining supplies or just want to add something new without paying full price! There are so many cute things available it is very hard to select only 5 items!

If you are new here –  JMS HEARTS is a feature that I have created which showcases all my entertaining favourite finds for the season….aka everything that I heart ♥!

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