I'm a Southern girl who loves my family and home. Born and raised in the Deep South, I have a great respect for our heritage and try in my own little way to keep the Southern lifestyle alive and well! I'm happily married to a wonderful man and we have two grown children and four grandchildren who are the love of our lives! I hope you enjoy your visit to my Southern home and as we say here in Dixie, ya'll come back now, ya hea!
Outdoor Decor: Bringing the Inside Out
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Outdoor Decor: Bringing the Inside Out
[image: Patriotic Door Wreath]Of all the spaces in my house, the front
porch is my favorite place to make seasonal...
Wednesday Inspiration
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Happy Wednesday to you. Hope your day is going well. I'm getting my
things ready for the Austin City Wide Garage Sale today and I thought I'd
share more ...
50% off calling cards
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If you're on my shop's e-mail list you would have heard that I brought back
calling cards to my shop and about the crazy sale of 50% off that ran all
las...
Come And Knob On Our Door
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Don’t you love a good forced pun on a Wednesday morning? Ever since we
shared a bunch of doorknob options last week (and ordered the ones we liked
the most...
Marbles and Golf Tee Game {Fine Motor Skills}
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Marbles and Golf Tee Game {Fine Motor Skills} We moms love it when an
activity has a double purpose, developmentally challenging and fun! This
marble and ...
The Oak House project...kitchen inspiration....
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We are still knee deep in renovations.... We are saving the kitchen for
last because it is the biggest project yet and needs the most attention.
The kitche...
Ordinary Days
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A little video clip that Isaac made of himself and a cousin that makes me
laugh. Summer days are the best.
Abbey with my cousin's cute little boy, ...
Urban Walls Giveaway
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Giveaway week continues here at the blog, and today, it's about adding some
flair to your plain ol' walls.
I was recently introduced to Urban Walls, a vin...
Our Little Kitchen Potager
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Just outside the kitchen door in Asti, is our raised bed kitchen garden,
or potager as they call it in France.
Every year we plant tomatoes, zucchini, Ar...
Sewing Class
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Hi friends. Just wanted to let you know we're having another sewing night
here in Franklin, TN, and it's next week! We'll be making this super simple
but...
~a chore chart calendar~
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*School is out today.*
*And while I love having the kids home I sometimes feel like I am always
nagging at them to help clean up around the house. Not only ...
The Happy Housie
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Things seriously don't get more cheerful than this! Krista from The Happy
Housie not only adores color (especially turquoise!), s...
Get This Look: Tidy and Pretty Workbench
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Wanting a little more pretty and a lot more zen in your work space? Create
a tidy and pretty workbench for your garden, garage, or craft room with
these ...
How To Use Photoshop CS5 and CS6
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The Shoot Fly guys have launched another e-training class, so I wanted to
share a bit about it here today! Photoshop CS5 is a training class designed
for b...
Wide Awake Dreams :: A Giveaway
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Last night I sat my alarm for 4:10 am but my husband woke me up before the
alarm even went off. Our oldest left this morning for Belize. He’ll meet up
with...
Small Updates to My Office & A New Book
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[image: home office & library with farmhouse table, bookshelves, and
lantern]
Turning our dining room into our home office is still one of my favorite
d...
Fun Watermelon Door Mat from Just Paint It
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*Today on the blog? My friend Colleen from Just Paint It. She is a bona
fide artist and is kind enough to teach others how to paint like she does.
She a...
Chairs for the Porch
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Dear Friends, I finally bit the bullet and bought chairs for the porch. I
didn’t really want to wait for end of summer clearance but I did get a good
deal...
Being Black & White
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I LOVE summer. I love having the kiddos home. I love the heat. I love
eating outdoors. I love gardening. I love being able to sleep in-ish.
Although I st...
Hasta la Vista, Google Reader. Now What?
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As many of you know, Google Reader is fading into the sunset July 1, 2013 *(that's
only 2 weeks away!)*. So if you are one of their millions of users, you'r...
Easy Summer Meal- Spicy Peel and Eat Shrimp Cocktail
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Recently, my husband and I enjoyed a wonderful waterfront lunch at a local restaurant...it was a hot day and we ordered a big bowl of cold peel and eat shrim...
New House: Outside BEFORE
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Okay, so let's keep on a roll with the new house and take a look at the
outside. Can we all stop and talk about the world's largest shed that
occupies our...
Wow Us Wednesdays #123
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Can it be time to party again? Why yes, yes it can so let's get this partay
going, but let's look at some fab features first. The finish on this mantel
tha...
Beamed Ceiling - New House Update
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Oh I love it when things work out like this.
Bad news, the plans for our new house had a column at the end of our
kitchen peninsula that would have ...
{DIY} Vintage Varsity Restaurant Trash Art
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Also known as that one time I framed trash and hung it on my wall.
This past weekend, we visited an Atlanta restaurant icon- the Varsity. The
Varsity is...
Colorful & Fun Summertime Entertaining
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As I said earlier, I’m playing the tourist right now in Europe. Thankfully,
I have some wonderful and equally talented blog friends who are here to
share s...
Blogging & Social Media
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In just a couple of months, Cassie (Hi Sugarplum), Courtney (A Thoughtful
Place), and Carmel (Our Fifth House) will be talking about blogging and
Social Me...
fireplace makeover {part two}
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Last time we left off with the fireplace makeover progress looking like
this: Cedar shingles along the top portion of the fireplace, a new chunkier
mantl...
Toes In The Sand
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Hey guys since the nursery makeover wore me out so much (haha), for the
rest of the week we decided to crash my sister's family beach vacation! We
are th...
8 Great DIY Wind Chime Ideas
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There’s nothing like listening to the soft tinkle of wind chimes on a
breezy day! You can buy all kinds of wind chimes but it’s fun to make your
own. Espec...
8 Great DIY Wind Chime Ideas
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There’s nothing like listening to the soft tinkle of wind chimes on a
breezy day! You can buy all kinds of wind chimes but it’s fun to make your
own. Espec...
Pretty photo and winners.....
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This photo has nothing to do with this post except that it calls out
my peculiar cat-eyed glasses collection......no explanation for it, but I
have
quit...
Chocolate Cake {Coca-Cola Cake}
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[image: Chocolate Cake]This Chocolate Cake recipe has been on my “share on
the blog” list for quite some time. I grew up eating this delectable cake
for bi...
Just a quick update
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Hi!!!!
I am so sorry I forgot to update you on Monday. We are taking the week off!
But it's for a good reason . . . my little sister is getting married on
...
Gold Glitter Mason Jars
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Update your reader now with this changed subscription...
A Birthday Wish
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via
Happy and grateful to be celebrating another year of life today. While I
won’t be outside my flat in London in a pretty little frock, I will be wi...
Summer Porch Makeover
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You guys, it was time. Remember that I added some much needed curb appeal to
the front of my house by painting the front door and shutters a gorgeous
blue...
IHeart: Lush Prints & a GIVEAWAY!
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There is something so magical about receiving a special note in the mail
from a dear friend or family member. It is even more special when you the
envelop...
patio lighting...
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I don't think it gets any better than al fresco dining in the summer time,
of course, friends or family are a must,
oh, and one more necessity...ambiance!
He...
10 Red, White and Blue Ideas!
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The Fourth of July in the U.S. is coming up soon! It’s one of my favorite
holidays. When we moved to Utah a few years ago, we were pleasantly
surprised to ...
laundry & the loveliest giveaway!
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It’s no breaking news that I love a little laundry around here. And, just
as much as I love laundry, I love it when it smells fresh and lovely. I
also lo...
Filing System Organization
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I spent an entire day reorganizing my filing system into new categories,
with updated hanging folders and a brand new filing unit. It was a long
process, ...
Fun Things to Do on Sydney's Northern Beaches
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Hello Beach Dwellers
The school holidays are almost upon us and I have to say I find these
upcoming ones in high Winter, the most difficult. It's cold ...
Vintage Horse Show Ribbons
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Horse show ribbons!
What to do
with
horse show ribbons?
*Hmmmm.*
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Sharing some
lovely images of
colorful ribbon
collect...
A Good Place to Start {Nicaragua, Day 1}
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Hope is the thing with feathers, That perches in the soul, And sings the
tune without the words, And never stops at all. We drove 2 hours to a city
dump,...
wednesday white
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White styled shelves. Not one little bit boring. Doesn’t have to all be
expensive. Here is a shelf filled with all Target items – you probably
recognize t...
My latest project…..
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As you know I love a good design project…….
I’m always happiest when
I am either painting or creating something.
However my latest project doesn't...
How to Paint Outdoor Furniture
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This post was brought to you in partnership with The Home Depot and Scotch
Blue™ Painter’s Tape. Friday is the official first day of summer! Are
you r...
Some Favorite Finds & the Online Shop
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There was an antique market this past weekend in New Oxford, a small town
in PA. They close down the cross streets on the cent...
Tables, Tables, Tables
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Here are a few tables that I recently...
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VBS 2013: Kingdom Rock
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Some of the kids sang the theme song during church Sunday morning.
Last week our church held VBS. This year's theme was Kingdom Rock: Stand
Strong for Jesu...
Joss & Main Sale is Live – Come on by!
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The* Finding Home** Joss & Main* sale has just gone live. If you would
like to stop by, you can use this link to quickly become a member.
And, if you ar...
The Funniest Chalkboard Signs EVAH
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I was working on a Chalkboard project and wanted some witty inspiration to
make the project just perfect. I had no idea people were so funny and I
just had...
Sizzle into Summer - It's a Party # 122
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Welcome to this week's Sizzle into Summer party. Although summer doesn't
officially begin for a few more days, it's time that it began here at
DIYbyDesig...
Home{work} Wednesday #6
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Grading papers has never been so fun!
Each week, the four of us who host
Home{work} Wednesday
get to look at all of the "assignments"
you have share...
NEW DINING ROOM BENCH
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We are now in the MIDDLE of the dining room makeover. After many
detours...Christmas... a wedding... a wedding reception... decorating the
living room......
Candlelight in the Summer
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Hello everyone!
I've always loved candles. I prefer simple white candles in a clear or
frosted container or chunky pillars grouped together. I love the a...
Speech, Shopping and A Note card Give away
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Harper had speech today in Fayetteville so we got ready for that this
morning. We broke out some of their baby headbands and decided to wear
them for a ...
Surf Song Bed and Breakfast ...Sunrise bedroom....
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Last week was a crazy one but I have to share something very unique with
you. I did one special bedroom in a Bed and Breakfast located in one of
the state...
A Family Picnic
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Directly behind our little rancher sits an old 100+ year farmhouse that has
a working farm lane in front of it. I call it a "working farm lane" because
eve...
Note Card Party~June
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*Won't you come into the garden? I would like my roses to see you.*
~Richard Brinsley Sheridan
~June 2010 as a header photo~
~June 14, 2013~
~June 7, 2...
Grilled Salmon Kebabs
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These lovely grilled salmon and lemon kabobs are delicious and easy to make
– with mega omegas in every bite! Seasoned with fresh herbs, lemon, and
spic...
Is Your Underwear Drawer Sacred?
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There is only one secure hiding place left in my house. My underwear
drawer.
I don't know if it is because the trauma of seeing my granny panties is too
m...
The Golden Egg
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The girls dashed from the barn
and burst through the kitchen door with wild excitement!
*
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*"Hope laid an egg! Hope laid an egg!"*
Finding the first egg w...
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday No.168
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Hope y'all all had an awesome weekend...fun was had by all here at Coastal
Charm. Some time spent at the beach with Mr.CC and another wonderful shrimp
boil...
Details from London
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I recently returned from 10 days in London and Paris – first London for my
cousin’s wedding (the wedding actually took place in Richmond, a charming
boro...
Luxury at Home
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lux·u·ry
/ˈləkSH(ə)rē
*n.* *pl.* *lux·u·ries*
*1. *Something inessential but conducive to pleasure and comfort.
*2. *Something expensive or hard to obtain....
Client Inspiration: Fireplace Surrounds & Built-ins
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I'm really excited to be starting a new client project this week. As much
as I love e-design, I really enjoy my "in town" clients because I get to
meet th...
Images of :: lake house
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This time of year, I dream of the lake house. My in-laws have a small cabin
on a small lake in a small town. Where we tube, and water ski, and sit on
swi...
A Fabric Inspired, Whole House Color Palette
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Hello!
I hope you had a great Father's Day weekend - we definitely did,
celebrating some wonderful dads around here!
I have been working with a client on ...
ROOM SERVICE PART 2
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Thank you so much for all of your touching comments about my husbands
retirement. I was amazed to hear from a reader who was actually on the
same fligh...
Lite Lunch in the Dining Room
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Dear fellow dish fanatics…she is on her way back. I thought I would take a nap Monday, late morning, but encountered a tiny problem. I kept seeing this table...
Chirpoy Islands, Russia...........Orcas at last!
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The two Chirpoy Islands are the remains of a partially submerged volcanic
caldera which measures 8-9 kilometers wide. Arrival early morning, with
high ...
Summer Daisies...and a Winner
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Its appearance delicate and sweet, yet
strong and resilient to the hot Summer sun.
Wild and free but at the same time tame and meek.
Such great contrast ...
Party central part I
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Hi there...well as I had spoken about I had two parties here this week and
phew am I wiped! I have decided to break this into two parts because I took
*a ...
Smitten with our kittens – Lake and Skye
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[image: Lake and Skye, Funky Junk's cats]
Even if you aren’t a cat lover, it would be hard not to fall for these two.
So what happens when you ARE a cat l...
Today In 30 Minutes Or Less
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I am giving myself 30 minutes to write this blog post – and then THE END –
because it is almost midnight and I have to drive back to Birmingham early
tomor...
Summer Road Trip to the "Big City"
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Finally, school is out for both boys! Thursday was the first real day of
summer vacation and we spent it driving to Chicago {aka "the Big City," as
my n...
Big Red Chest of Drawers
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Some things never go out of style. Like an awesome shade of red… I can’t
think of anything that doesn’t go great with red. Red, white and Blue Red
and bl...
Our outdoor sectional
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So I did it, I bought a SECTIONAL for our porch for my husband for
Father’s Day. He deserves it. It is the Echo collection from Pier One.
And blends ni...
Baby Acne
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The little flaky skin on his fingers. The way lint would become little
clumps in the creases of his tiny palms. The fuzzy sideburns and
the creased ears ...
How We Updated Our Dining Room Chairs
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Last week when I got tired of packing I decided to take a little break
and do some painting. This will be the fourth place that Jon and I will
have...
How I Transformed Some Yard Sale Finds
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A few weeks ago, I bought a few things at a yard sale that I thought
had some potential, such as this little storage cabinet with drawers.
[image:...
Inspiration...black painted french doors
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Hey guys, there's something on my mind and I need to share it with you...black
painted french doors! Yup, I'm searching for a fun project to do this
...
SALE!
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25% off ALL in stock Furniture
Please stop by or log onto our web site...
www.numberfoureleven.com
(Please call us to check stock and receive discount 912...
Please Vote For Me
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Hey my friends! Just a quick post to ask for a favor.
I entered my Patio Reveal at the "Simply The Best" contest over at Mom 4
Real and I would love for...
New Coral Pillows
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Hi everyone!
I hope you are doing well.
There are a couple of new additions to the sunroom. I have wanted coral
pillows for the longest time bu...
Drop Leaf Table with Gate Legs
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This is from our trip to Florida, It doesn't look too bad on this side
but if you look closely the "leaf" on the other side was broken right
off. It ju...
Wayfair in the House: Let’s Talk About My Bed
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Bedroom progress is still under way but let’s talk about my bed, shall we?
Seeing as how there were a bunch of questions about it on the recent update
post...
Weekend Photo Recap
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We had a really full weekend starting Friday afternoon with extended family
coming in from out of town, a big BBQ/campfire in our backyard, Adrain's
gran...
(stupid?) product review: duvet donuts
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i was recently at bed bath and beyond, and came across a product that i
thought could potentially be life changing. we have 4 beds in our house,
and every ...
How to use a Kreg Jig – Video Tutorial
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Hey there! We are back with our second How-To video in our tools series!
If you missed our first video, How to use a Miter Saw, you can click HERE!
Check...
Our New DIY Dining Room Chairs
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You may remember that I first posted about these chairs oh, about a
thousand years ago. Apparently I’m not a very speedy DIY-er. :) That’s
okay though, be...
Come along with me and Colin to work in Boston!
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Usually Colin and I stay in Malden and operate out of our store there,
while Justin runs Boston Friday-Sunday. Malden is about a fifteen minute
drive from...
Cottage8: Operation Pea Gravel
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Question: What happens when you combine positive determination, heaps of
sweat and dust, and the kindness of one stranger?
Answer: 1500 pounds of free g...
Benvenuto: Camisoni Premium Extracts
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Today I want to introduce you a really interesting company and a new
sponsor!
Camisoni
This artisinal producer of premium cooking and baking extracts
dat...
GIVEAWAY: $100 NOVICA GIFT CARD
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We’re kicking off this week with a giveaway from National Geographic’s
NOVICA. Before getting an email from them seeing if we were interested in
doing a gi...
If you need me......
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I'll be here for a few days......and lets be honest I may not want to come
back.
We are spending some much needed family time with my husbands family. ...
What's Happening In The Garden
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How's the weather in your neck of the woods?
Summer has definitely arrived here in the South.
Don't know about you, but the humidity makes me melt and rea...
Pool House Styling Project
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Today's post is tour of an all-season pool house that I had the incredible
opportunity to style. The homeowners already had a great start in this
space...
➷Restoration Hardware Preserved Sea Fan Artwork➹
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Ever listen to Mozart's "Der Hölle Rache" or "Queen of the Night?" I was
watching "Amadeus" last night and heard one of the most beautiful songs
I've ev...
Imprints on the Heart
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They alight from the car in a flurry of hugs and kisses ... their long
awaited visit finally here. We try to pack a week's worth of fun and
memory-making ...
Oh, happy day!
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I've added a new e-banner kit to my etsy shop. It's designed with dark grey letters and the sweetest little birds on big key rings for the ends (or printed a...
Taking A Step Back To Go Forward
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Sometimes, you've just got to stop what you're doing, take a step back...
and sometimes just walk away. Last month, I felt the need to do so - I
started to...
Gardening: Small Spaces
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I can't tell you how many times I have heard, "I wish I could have a garden
but I just don't have a big enough yard." or "I want a garden but I don't
hav...
The Ultimate Starting Position
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I'm sure you had no idea at the time, that the years and years of grueling
practices would prepare you in the most magnificent ways for a starting
p...
The NEW Painted House!
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Welcome to our new home! I almost didn’t think it was going to happen–the
last two weeks have been nuts. But it is officially ours now and
demolition beg...
Finishing Up with Connie's Yellow Kitchen
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I just have a couple more things to go over in Connie's kitchen before I
move on to a different subject/room/project.
The kitchen opens up onto the three se...
La Tour Eiffel and Vintagepalooza Update
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I love books but don't usually write a blog post about just one book. I
thought this one was exceptional and deserving of its own post. And, I
have a sof...
Country Living Inspired Filament Bulb Candles
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[image: CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Country Living Inspired Filament Bulb
Candles]I have another fun, easy and inexpensive project for you…my *Country
Li...
DIY Vintage Equestrian Feed Sack
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I never seem to be quick enough with the auctions on Ebay. I always lose.
And it's so frustrating, right? Not so long ago, I missed out on a couple
of a...
Until next week!
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Cannot wait to find some new pieces for the store this week! We have some
spaces to fill before re-opening on Thursday!
Luckily, my mother is in town all...
the barn room: details
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*Welcome to the barn room!*
First, thank you *so much* for all of your wonderful comments. I am
blown-away and extremely touched by your kind words. ...
The evolution of a built in , day 7
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I am so happy with how the built-ins turned out especially after toying
with how to set this built-in up for a long time. The reason I couldn't do
a secon...
happy father's day!
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A very Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there!
And thanks to Catholic Vote for such a wonderful video celebrating dads!
Hope you celebrate the ...
Apple & Indigo And A Book About A Blogger
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My little purchases at the *The Groves Antique Market*
created a few changes around the house.
Isn't this foo dog's face hilarious?
I put felt tabs ...
Introducing Zoe
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I've been busy getting well and I am thankful each step takes me further
in that direction.
My therapist suggested a therapy dog for my particular cond...
My Summer Mantel, A Horse and a Pillow
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Strange mix of things in that title, isn’t it?
I wanted to share my summer mantel because I am so thrilled to have an
abundance of lavender growing an...
White Frenchness and Brocante Lighting
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"Burlap Luxe Home"
My new old thrift find; I am enamored with this find.
For centuries France has produced, safe to say the best lighting but, along
with ...
UrbanOasisDecor ChalkPaint Winner
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[image: Pin It]
Thank you for all who entered for the ChalkPaint Giveaway! Don't forget
that you get 25% off your own ChalkPaint order at UrbanOasisDecor's...
Pop Up Sale this Weekend!
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So since we like to do things on a whim, we decided to pull out a bunch of
stuff from storage and have a Pop up Sale on the shoppe lawn this weekend.
The...
Catching the Breeze
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As I consider how my life has changed since I started working as assistant
editor of *Victoria* magazine in April, my mind drifts to a happy memory
from my...
Flaunt it Friday 158!
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Hi friends! How is summer treating you?? We were doing super awesome
until strep throat struck.
What?!
Strep throat in the middle of June?!?
Seriously...
Deja Vue , It's A Move Again
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Well, it's a temporary move. We had some water damage to some floors,
walls and cabinets because of plumbing issues. Without going into all the
awful d...
Blogger Birthday Fun
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Email invitations were sent for a "June Pool Party Birthday Lunch" for two
blogging friends, Linda, aka: http://ljm-alacarte.blogspot.com
and
Denise, aka:...
2013 Master Gardener's Tour
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Two weekends ago, I went on the Master Gardener's Tour with my friends,
Mike and Patrice. These heads were some of my favorite things of the day.
To te...
{Progress} Guest Bathroom
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Morning friends! Even though these aren’t the best photos, I decided to
share them anyway. What’s a renovation without a few progress photos?
Exactly. Th...
Our Summer Porch and Fun in the Sun!
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Greetings, friends!
I'm excited to be part of the "Fun in the Sun" Summer kickoff party
featuring a fabulous group of talented ladies (clearly, I don't be...
new kids on the block
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Not the boy band.....BETTER! If you can imagine that.
One fateful afternoon about six months ago, I was talking to my friend
Melanie after {Club Project}....
Professional Photos Make All the Difference
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I had a photographer in our area come take some pictures of my daughter
this week.
Oh, my, I could look at them all day!!
Here she is on her bed.
Ne...
Watch Me Grow Winners
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Congratulations to the THREE winners!!
1. Stephanie of Murphy's Law
2. Kyla @ The Simpsons
3. Bella of Blabber and Blunder
Email me at row35401@ yahoo....
Putting Together a Store
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Hello! You saw my sign in the last post... I didn't mean to keep it a
secret, but have been really busy. Anyway. Way back when I first started
this blog, o...
Summer break
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*Cheers to the official start of summer break! *
*Wishing you a restful summer.*
*Surrounded by beauty.*
*With an adventure or two thrown in.*
*May...
Tutorials & Tips Link Party {113}
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Welcome to the 113th week for the Tutorials & Tips Link Party! You might
have noticed that it’s [...]
The post Tutorials & Tips Link Party {113} appe...
~ The Empty Nest is Featured in Romantic Homes! ~
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Hello friends......I am so excited this morning, I am about to burst!
First I want to welcome any of you who are here via the Romantic Homes feature.
Very ...
{ Black Suitcase Bar }
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One of my all time favorite DIY's is my home bar.
It's a good one, right?
It used to be white. Bleck. What was I thinking?
(photo courtesy of Michelle Cia...
Introducing...Carolina Vintage Market!
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I have some exciting news! I've hinted around in the past few weeks about
having a sale and I'm happy to announce the launch of the very first Carolina ...
before & during
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Hi. Just wanted to check in and share what we’ve been up to. We are
nearing the completion of the renovation of the home below (’70s ranch in
the Atlanta ...
Settees and Dining Tables
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I was talking with a friend about her idea of finding a settee for her
dining room table and it made me think of some great pieces I've seen
before. Often...
My Kitchen Remodel - Before & After Photos
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Kitchen Remodel on a Budget
The kitchen turned out just how I envisioned. I really love how the
backsplash turned out the best, it reminds me of the oce...
Our “Old” Farm Hutch with Downloadable Tutorial
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Wrapping up school and getting into a new routine as we roll out summer is
always a fun adjustment. The planning of our summer bucket list and buying
seaso...
Summer Home Tour Songbird {welcome to our house}
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I've Moved! If you wish to continue receiving updates from Songbird in
your reader or blogroll please update your subscription. Thank you ever so
much! Lo...
New England Junk
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Wow! So much to talk about since the last post.
And, let me apologize now for the lousy pictures.
They came straight from my iPhone without
passing through ...
Nashville Dining Room
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Hi all! Our Nashville project has so many fun rooms it is hard to choose
your favorite…. But I think the dining room is up there for me. With the
black and...
Cottage Dining Room: A Before and After
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First of all, thank you so much for the kind comments about our Living Room!
We really do love our new space! I still owe you a post on sources, and
I'll d...
Summertime Patios
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Hey everyone! I hope you are having a wonderful start to your summer!
It's warming up here in Arkansas, but the real heat will probably hit in
July. I'm no...
Josephine "Joey" Cecilia
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Tomorrow our sweet baby girl will be a month old, so I guess it's time I
share the news that we had a baby :-) and we've survived our first 4 weeks!
Josep...
Our weekend stay at Arizona Grand Resort
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Hey! We are back from the resort and I thought id share some pictures of
our room. We had such a good relaxing time! Now on with the pics.
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Cottages and Bungalows Magazine Feature
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Our home was recently featured in the June 2013 issue of
Cottages and Bungalows Magazine.
Not only was this a great feature on our home,
thi...
Father's Day Gift Idea for the Sports Fan
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I know Father's Day is in June, but to be honest, I'm not even sure of the
exact date.
(Life has been a little crazy lately trying to finish the school y...
View From Outside
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I didn't get too many pictures of our big celebration of Pam's recent
marriage. For now I will share some pictures of outside the house, after
we spiff...
Irvine Park
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Finn and I made it out this morning for a quick playdate with Amy and
Vivienne (the family whose home I photographed for Souvenir‘s Spring 2013
issue). The...
Additions
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Tattered Goods is so happy to add these beautiful scented soy candle
to our line of home goods.
My sweet friend has been making these and I hav...
New Outdoor Furniture
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Hello Friends!
Long time no post! I hope you are all doing well. I've missed you!
It's been almost five months since I posted anything on my blog.
No partic...
How to Install Groutable Vinyl Tile
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We have lived with carpet in our bathroom for 12 years.
TWELVE long years.
Here's how that happened:
Mark lived with *carpeting in the bathrooms* of the...
Father-Daughter Dance
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Last Saturday was the Father-Daughter dance at Kate's school. Dave and
Kate almost did not go just because there was so much going on that weekend
(Kate's...
Humble Lunch
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[image: Tomato Sandwich]
I have had the same lunch every single day since my tomatoes started
ripening
about 2 weeks ago.
[image: IMG_0869]
And beca...
New Mexico Architecture
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I recently returned from a trip to New Mexico and thought I'd share with
you a few photos of glorious architecture (at least in my mind) from my
home state...
lately
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Clearly I’m having a hard time blogging. Lots going on around here. I
decided to renovate and add on to our house while very pregnant, which I
would not ...
DIY Starfish Art
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Since Summer is quickly approaching, this project would be a great way to
add a beachy feel to your decor. A really easy technique that can be
accomplish...
happy spring!
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My hubby and I are smack in the middle of a Sunday afternoon Jurassic Park
marathon, but the gorgeousness of the spring trees in my neighborhood
prompte...
Chemical Free Bug Repellent Recipe
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It’s about that time here in Alabama. About time for the monster mosquitos
that love to eat us ALIVE. Last year the only thing that worked was the
spra...
Gorgeous Vintage Princess Party!
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*My photographer Amber Beckham photographed her niece's birthday party and
I am in LOVE .....gorgeous vintage princess party!*
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*I knew you guys would lo...
My Cutting Garden of Roses ~
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Happy Mothers Day!!
This is a repost from Mother's Day 2011.
Hope you had a wonderful weekend and Happy Mother's Day to everyone! This
year, I hosted Mo...
Post Mothers Day Sale!
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I love being a mom, and I love when stuff is on sale!
Head over to my shop and buy yourself something on your wishlist.
Enter the coupon code "MO...
I've Moved!
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It's official! I've launched my new website, *Abby M. Interiors.*
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I'm hopeful you'll make the change and follow me to my new home...
There are posts and...
April 2013
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Another month has come and gone. I seriously can't believe it's May! Time
flies when you're having fun! Here's our life through iphone pictures...
Ava was...
All Around The Globe...
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I like old globes. I like old books. I like old, wooden orphan drawers.
Link them all together and one has a lovely vignette.
I found three orphan wooden d...
WHAT'S UP?
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What's up with YOU?
Spring inspires me to do "stuff". The problem is that there just isn't
enough time in the day. Know what I mean?
I love reading ...
IG lines and Trader Joe's
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I hope ya'll are having a great Thursday!
I went back to the Hemapharesis clinic today to have my IG line taken out
and just get a once-over to make su...
Tick Tock a Pretty Clock
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Hi friends...I'm back!
Missed you guys! The last week and a half has been very draining with both
my girls getting sick! Victoria had the flu and Mackenzie...
Jen’s back with some fun May Day ideas!
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It is hard to believe that May is almost here. Jen is back with us today
to share some ideas that would make wonderful gifts any day, but especially
on Ma...
Reloved Magazine Feature
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Recently, I was thrilled to have a project of mine included in the
inaugural release of a new UK based magazine. Reloved is dedicated to all
things upcycle...
April Showers Bring May Flowers
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Hello……anyone there? And yes, I am still here…thank you to those asking if
I am ok. If a person could have a sound affect added to their body, mine
woul...
Ashlyn book
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Verses and Advice with pictures of her life
I prayed for this child, and the Lord has granted me what I asked of him.
So now I give him (her) to the Lord....
Our yard is bursting with color!
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The azaleas and dogwood in our yard are in full bloom!
We still need to freshen the pine straw,
but the flowers are gorgeous!
Don't you just love the lacey...
A Tiny Before and After
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As I was strolling through TJMaxx a couple weeks ago I saw a little bag of
bright green moss. I love anything mossy so I had to pick it up. And let's
face...
All the little extras
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*Door knockers in place of door pulls, so clever! ** *
A while back I started a board on Pinterest that I call *"All the little
extras"*. These are ide...
{HOPPY} Easter!
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Lately, our lives have been filled with lots of happiness and snippets of
pure bliss… Kisses! I love that they are besties! (… most of the time…)
Holli...
Happy, Happy Easter!
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Happy Easter!
See Y'all Soon
~ Donna
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Click on the pictures bel...
Happy Birthday to ME!
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It's my birthday! I came downstairs to find the kitchen table covered
with pink and green wrapped presents and the Little Prince keeps talking
about ca...
{OUR PROCESS & SERVICES OFFERED}
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I've decided to take a little bit of time and share with you our process
of business to answer all the questions you may have about what we do and
...
The Rest of the Room
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It would be difficult to show you before shots of these same spaces because
we tore down every single wall. It's a totally different house now than
what...
Hello Sunshine!!
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Hello sunshine...you brighten and warm my day! Enjoying the sun pouring
through the windows as I work from home. I'm photographing items to list
online....
~well, hello there!~
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*Hello hello!!!*
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*Where in the world have I been?*
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*via pinterest*
*some of you have been so sweet,*
*inquiring....... *
*checking in on me to ...
DIY jewelry pouch
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We’ve been a little MIA on our blog lately with so many exciting new
ventures going on at Cooper Grey. So today we have a guest blog from our
friend Kati ...
Our Living Spaces
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Ok, Ok, I know already! Go ahead and take a looksie first, I know you are
all dying! Boy did I ever feel the peer pressure to get these photos up!
You k...
{Hearty Chicken Soup}
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Justin woke this morning and said he felt like having chicken soup. So, we
made chicken soup. Hearty Chicken Soup Recipe To make the chicken soup
broth: ...
Exotic Affair
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Tonight, Jaithan and I are all feathers and peacocks as we ring in the new
year at an intimate dinner for six here in our New York City apartment. We
creat...
Here's to a great New Year!
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I must admit I'm glad 2012 is coming to an end. I'm looking forward to a
happy healthy 2013 with a little more blogging and home projects. I'll be
sharing...
2012 Christmas tour at our home
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Here is our tree in the great-room for 2012.........
There is not much change from last year. It is nature inspired, and consist
mostly of birds, berries, ...
Holiday porch
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From over sized trick or treat shutters to garland and potted evergreens.
Tis the season.
bought extra garland to make three small wreaths.
h...
Pssst!
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Psst!
*Crickets*
Is this thing on?
I thought I'd drop in for all of you GFC followers and let you know that
I've MOVED.
I know.
Sad.
But, I'm on...
Thanksgiving Mantel
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Our fall mantel this year is a mixture of rustic-ness and elegance.
Kind of an odd combination, I know, but it works for us.
It all started when I saw a si...
"Rattan" a new favorite of mine!!
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For several months now, I have been on the *lookout* for "rattan"
chair's...One like this.
[image: Macau Armchair with Casters]Ballard DesignsActually, I ha...
VERY SIMPLY WHITE
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I have always been attracted to white. I love white dishes because the
food never clashes and a table setting can be created with just about any
accent co...
Nature's Shabby Chic
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Last Saturday I was cutting grass, something I love to do, and as I passed
a birdhouse in the corner of my yard I noticed something hanging from one
of t...
new shop update
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working super hard to meet the opening date deadline for the new shop
here is a little of what I have been up to
getting the signs on the window
c...
A New Chapter...
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Hey guys...hope all is well for y'all...The rains finally came and green
returned to the yard..now cooler weather and changing leaves are slowly
coming ...
Hello????
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Well, it has been a summer and I guess I decided, somewhere along the way
to not blog during most of June and all of July….what can I say…it was
HOT! I ...
Barn Sale
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J Hill Designs
presents
*Barn Finds*
Saturday August 25, 2012
9:30 a.m -till
*featuring*
Rick and Alison Beckham
of
Good Finds
bring your found friends
Ho...
Daydreaming about Fall
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Fall has always been my favorite season. I actually dream about fall all
year long (except at Christmas!). So, when I saw that the Whisperwood
Cottage wa...
Not Giving Up!
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Hello my long lost friends, I’ve been held captive by life & thankfully all
is well! JM is officially a big rover… and now that he’s 4 I hope to not
see fa...
Bumperless Crib Bedding
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I've had so many new mothers ask me for bumperless crib bedding. Lots of
them would also ask if they could purchase the skirt and not the bumpers.
With...
Mom 4 Real Pattern Vinyl Giveaway!
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Hey friends! Sorry I have been MIA but I have a full time job that is
taking up all my time. I am not complaining in the least though. I am
happy to say...
Epsom Salt Easter Eggs
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I thought it would be fun to make some sparkly eggs for Easter. The Epsom
Salt Christmas decorations were such a huge success I thought I would give
it a...
Stationery Card
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Cuddle Up Pink Birth Announcement
Announcements for every life event: graduation, wedding & baby.
View the entire collection of cards.
katharine watson
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I first read about Katharine Watson at The Bedlam of Beefy. As soon as I
saw her work I knew I had to learn more about this artist. I ordered a
card w...
Ideas and Inspiration- A Pinterest Addiction
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Just like many of you, I am addicted to Pinterest. I was looking at my
boards this morning and decided I needed to organize them better. While
trying to ...
Prayer is the answer
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First let me start by saying I miss you all......
If you are and have been a follower of my blog you know what the last two
years have brought. I started t...
Resolutions?
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It’s the first of the year and I am sure that most people are busy making
their New Years Resolution. I tend to do the same every year and I always
fail....
Make a Gift Tag out of a Christmas Ornament
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Sometimes, the way a present is wrapped is as exciting as a gift itself.
For a recent birthday party, I came up with this fun way to add a gift tag
to the ...
9 Months Later...
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Christmastime is here!
And I couldn't be more excited to enjoy all that December brings. Our
family of five is busier than ever, and this month, just look...
Twilight Living Room – And Other Rantings
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Did anyone see the new Twilight movie over the weekend? I thought it was
pretty good! Although, I’ve had to come to terms with the fact that “movie
Edwar...
Rebuilding Heart and Home, One Step At A Time
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Hello everyone! How are all of you? Are you surprised to hear from me after
such a long break? I thought I'd share a quick recap of what I've been up
to ...
Blog address changing!
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Hello friends! It's official, I'm making a small change to my blog address so you might need to update your RSS Feed and/or blog links to either: http://carl...
Happy 5th Birthday, Ollie Bear!
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Dear Ollie Bear, Wow, you are five years old!!! Such a big boy now! And
such a sweet, loving and caring big boy you are… I want to remember how
darling you...
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Merry Christmas to you and your family, Judy!
Hi Judy. I found you throough my friends Eddie and Jaithan!
Wishing you all the best in the New Year!
Come and enter my Giveaway from My Sparrow, you will love it!
Joyeaux Noel!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Merry Christmas to you too Judy!! BEAUTIFUL PICTURE!!!
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