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Vintage Americana BBQ for Graduation Party

By on May 24, 2012 14 Comments
vintage basket

It's been a few weeks since I've been able to clear a path and time in my day, to my computer. My family is in a very busy season and it's times like this I'm so grateful Chris Ann and I co-blog. This morning it's quiet. I think all the running around we've been doing is actually paying off with kids sleeping in. But, I feel the home stretch coming! My oldest, is finished his senior year and off to London for the week. I had my final homeschool review on Tuesday and am now fighting the urge to just call the school year … [Read more...]

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Valentine Treats To Savor With Tea

By on February 8, 2012 Leave a Comment
Valentine Tea feature

Taking time to savor the moment with a pot or cup of tea has always been something I have enjoyed in my day. Over the years, I have enjoyed the preparation of putting out a proper cup of tea for friends, with fancy favorite dishes and small bites. Sometimes I just pop a mug, quick in the microwave to make a single cup to enjoy by myself. My family has learned I rarely make something warm to drink without a nibble on the side. They have also learned to enjoy the nurturing moments of a warm cup and a moment to chat. The … [Read more...]

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Late Summer Tablescaping

By on September 7, 2011 4 Comments
Late Summer Tablescaping

I wandered around Pier One and a few other stores looking for tablescape inspiration.  I had it in my mind, for my mom's birthday dinner I wanted a couple new runners for the table to run horizontally instead of vertically.  But, the problem with my idea was the price point.  Table runners average between $25-$35 dollars a piece.  So, in order to pull off the look I wanted, I'd have to drop around $60.  Not in my budget.  But, I always find, that "being broke, inspires creativity." I hit JoAnne's Fabric store, hoping for … [Read more...]

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Taking Your Work Outside

By on June 8, 2011 6 Comments

Many of you have heard the expression in decorating, "bring the outside in" to breath life into your home's rooms.  Well, recently I tried the reverse, bring the inside out. The other day (before our recent historical Minneapolis heatwave) the day was mildly warm and sunny.  The kind of day where summer greets you with possibilities.  The flowers in my garden were just starting to show their potential.  The lilacs were wafting lovely scents in the air.  This was no day to be working inside. Much of … [Read more...]

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