Hello! Well, it's been a while and a lot has happened! First of all a grandson was born back in May and I have been traveling to visit both grand kiddos ever since they were born!! It is a 750 mile round trip and worth every mile. If you are in that spot between empty …
the pie safe
Hello Friends!! As we progress on the building of our home, we have had a few set backs. Mainly, hubby had to return to an actual paying job, which has slowed down work here considerably! With winter baring down on us (temps reaching into the teens) and one week before the first snowfall, we moved …
unique sinks and storage
Hello Friends! We have been working away on the construction of our new home, and how some people can manage to blog and build, is beyond me! We are also in a geographical oddity when it comes to internet and tv, so needless to say I have been "unplugged" for the most of the summer. …
be my valentine
Hello! In honor of Valentine's Day I thought I would share some lovely images gathered on pinterest. Who wouldn't love to spend the holiday here.... This is a heart pocket I made a few years ago and shared with you here, Vintage French grave marker... The key.... jet'aime I have worked in a floral shop …
a new year….and a little laundry
Hello friends, Happy New Year!! Hope this finds everyone healthy, happy and hopeful! Like everyone else, this time of year I try to capture all of my plans, ideas and inspirations on paper before they vaporize! What do "they" say...... fail to plan, plan to fail! And, like almost everyone else, I have already failed! …
outdoor rooms
Spring has been absolutely beautiful here and I am finally enjoying being outside working in the yard. No wind. No freaky snowstorm. Just wonderful sunshine! As I spend more time outdoors I like to think about bringing the indoors~out. These are some beautiful outdoor spaces to inspire. picasaweb.google This outdoor room has it all! Would …
country living fair
Greetings! Four women. one SUV. one quick stop at a fantastic furniture warehouse sale (think Restoration Hardware). a feast of a lunch at a funky hip cafe in Austin. someone reading a GPS navigation AWAY from our destination. and we finally made it to the Country Living Fair!! Yes, we finally arrived at our destination …
vintage industrial
Hello! I have been uber busy lately.... just finished an antique show out of town. Oh the logistics! As everyone is packing up at the end, we all have that "I must be insane" look on our faces (and maybe on our lips too!!). Sometimes I just feel like a glorified furniture mover! But, one …
valentine
spring fever
I know, I know. It is way too early! I mean way. too. early. January is just about over, and there is still February. And March. Not that I am really ready to get outside and face all the work and projects waiting for me. In fact, I haven't even gotten all the projects on …