Fancy Friday~Fabric Inspiration

Well, I could wander around here all day. Many times I have.  There is something about floor to warehouse ceiling stack of bolts and bolts of fabric that calms me.  For awhile ~ until I start buzzing with ideas. While wandering this maze of isles I find inspiration. The inspiration to build ideas, tablecloths, curtains and pillows. The more projects I think of the more I start to giggle.  I'm giddy now, high on ribbons and remnants and linens. There are plans for pillows and … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday ~ Fabric Inspiration

Well, I could wander around here all day. Many times I have.  There is something about floor to warehouse ceiling stack of bolts and bolts of fabric that calms me.  For awhile ~ until I start buzzing with ideas. While wandering this maze of isles I find inspiration. The inspiration to build ideas, tablecloths, curtains and pillows. The more projects I think of the more I start to giggle.  I'm giddy now, high on ribbons and remnants and linens. There are plans for pillows and streamers. Then I call someone who … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday 4th Of July

4th of July for my family in Colorado is all about letting go and having fun! We say good bye to our suburban Minneapolis neighborhood and embrace the country. We shoot things and make things... and watch things be made and shot.  We say good bye to corporate America for just a bit... Delve into a feast ~ And embrace an element of danger! We are happy, well fed, relaxed and having fun.  We're celebrating all the things we enjoy ~ our freedom in America. How do you celebrate the … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday Container Gardens

Container gardens have always been one of my favorite things.  Every year I plant containers of all sorts urns, planters and pots.  Last summer I even planted succulents in an old rusty lunch box.   On my front porch I plant mostly flowers. This year I planted a small tropical fruit tree into a clay pot.  The tag says it's small oranges will be good in salads. After some summer sun the pots on my back deck fill out into bountiful beauties.  I usually plant a few types of vegetables ( tomatoes, … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday Favorite Restaurants ~ City Meals On Wheels Event At Rockefeller Center

You know it's going to be the beginning of a great summer evening when it starts off with an icy cold "adult beverage" snow cone from the Pegu Club. We were at the 26th Annual Chefs’ Tribute to honor James Beard & benefit Citymeals-0n-Wheels at Rockefeller Center with our "NYC-friends" Ken & Elyse. Did you ever wonder what it would feel like to get a tasting from every great restaurant you could think of?  That's just what this event was all about.  Great chefs gathered together for a great cause to … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday Summer Bucket List

Last Friday Kristin wrote about some sweet summer days she wants to treasure.  Now that summer is officially here (our last day of school was yesterday) it's my turn to do my summer bucket list. This summer my husband Todd and I will be celebrating 20 years of marriage together.  Recently we hiked to the summit of Piestewa Peak in Phoenix.  It was the first time I had hiked to the very top of anything.  We hiked side by side towards our goal and at the end of our journey it was beautiful to look back on where … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday~Summer Bucket List

Kristin's List~ The term "Life is a bowl full of cherries" came out in 1931 during the Depression.  It was a cheery, simple way to say, "Keep your chin up".  The past two years has been tough for many.  It has been for us.  But, as this summer begins to usher it's way in, my bucket list reflects "keeping it simple and enjoying the moment".  The picture above was taken this very afternoon.  My oldest son took my daughter for a bike ride.  He took her to a favorite spot that has a cherry tree.  They picked a bag full … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday Memorial Day Recipe Inspiration

We're sharing recipes good for a long weekend today at LoveFeast Table! This salad and dressing are delish.  Devon, Kristin's husband whipped it up for our first Minnesota  BlogLove™ event "Europen Marketplace" and it was received with raving reviews! LoveFeast's own Spanish Chicken Ceasar  Salad The LoveFeast Table tradition when we are visiting each other is to mix together a pitcher or in this case a bucket of homemade Sangria. "Tim the Toolman" Sangria This is  a great side dish to bring along to … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday Hats ~ Kentucky Derby Style

And so we didn't.  Kristin made hers... And, I made mine... On our first evening at the GE Momsperience we were treated to hat making led by the lovely ladies from Dee's Crafts.  What a treat. It was fun to get to know everyone's personal style and flair right off the bat!                               Word on the street or at least in the 21c Museum Hotel is that later … [Read more...]

Fancy Friday~Summer Cocktail

It's that time of year again.  It's the time when we "theme" our summer.  Part of  "themeing" our summer, is adding a summer cocktail to the mix.  It's a tradition that began in Italy and it is a part of how we roll. There's something about summer that ushers in a chance to revitalize, re-envision and rest.  Sure we know that the summer brings kids running through the house all day long, prepping pool bags and packing countless snacks for the day and trying to keep everyone from being bored.  Part of our strategy is the … [Read more...]