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!
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...
ikea stockholm rand rug...
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Ikea's Stockholm Rand Rug is one of my favorites for giving your room a
bold burst of flair.
Notice how the black and white stripes act as a neutral with a...
One Project at a Time 6/18/13
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I must say that Tuesday may very well be my favorite day of the week.
There’s a sigh of relief that we survived Monday. I feel a jolt in my
confidence that...
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...
Painted Bar Stool Tutorial – Part 1
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I’m painting my kitchen bar stools one at a time, so my kids don’t freak
out. They sit at them quite often during the day for m...
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...
Details from London
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For full blog post, please visit
http://www.thingsthatinspire.net/2013/06/details-from-london.html I
recently returned from 10 days in London and Paris – f...
STONEGABLE AT HOME FLASH SALE SNEAK PEEK
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This week's AT HOME FLASH SALE is all about small kitchen appliances!
We are selling Hamilton Beach products at prices you just can't beat!
If you need ...
Down to the sea in boats!
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Chirpoy, Kuril Islands, Russia.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
This afternoon was my unexpected, somewhat frightening, Zodiac experience.
It's funny when I look ...
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:...
Updated Home Tour
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I love looking at homes whether it is through blogs, magazines or even a
home tour in person. My home doesn't stay the same for very long since I am
alway...
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...
Potato Soup with Chicken, Bacon and Cheese
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I love a soup that can be a meal.
Here's a recipe for potato soup with chicken, bacon and cheese that's sure
to please the entire family.
*Ingredi...
The Scoop #71
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Ah, summertime! We have been enjoying almost every day.
Things are changing here at The Scoop, once again. Lolly Jane and Crafty
Texas Girls have decide...
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
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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...
Fanciful Foyer Factoids
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Dear Friends, I enjoyed my first-ever blogging vacation but by the weekend
my fingers were a little twitchy for the keyboard. School finished a week
ago F...
Before And After Patio Door Makeover
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For some reason I got a bee in my bonnet (don’t you love that saying – I
mean who could ignore a bee in one’s bonnet? ) and for weeks I kept
thinking about...
Before And After Patio Door Makeover
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For some reason I got a bee in my bonnet (don’t you love that saying – I
mean who could ignore a bee in one’s bonnet? ) and for weeks I kept
thinking about...
Fab Freebie: Fix It
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Happy (ever so slightly belated) Father’s Day everyone! To honor all those
guys (and gals) out there who have that intrinsic need to fix things, we’re
givi...
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 ...
Just In Time For Summer: New Cushion Reveal
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The new outdoor cushions arrived, just in time for summer.
I purchased Sunbrella fabric through Sailrite and had a local upholsterer
make the replac...
Our Book Nook: The Reveal
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I’ve always loved the idea of a reading nook in our house. But, the word
“nook” usually makes me think of a cute window seat or a quirky spot under
a st...
City Wide Garage Sale in Austin this Weekend
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I'm excited to be selling at the *City Wide Garage Sale* this weekend in
Austin Texas. You can get in for early shopping at 8:30 on Saturday. Now
don't l...
May 2013 in Review
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We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: *
http://feeds.feedblitz.com/akadesign*
Update your reader now with this changed subscription...
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...
A Garden Walk and Stalk
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There are good friends and there are great friends. I have great friends.
My pal, Karen, never gets a restraining order against me fails me.
There was th...
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...
bits + pieces
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I was going to do this bits & pieces post last Friday but the Netflix
giveaway took priority.... so here are a few things that have been worth
blogging a...
~scissortail clothing company dress giveaway~
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*Scissortail Clothing Company** is back with another fabulous dress
giveaway.*
*Check out their website and facebook page* *here!*
*The lovely gals at...
garden chick
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To say I am preoccupied with beautiful gardens would be quite an
understatement. I could print a hefty coffee book from all the beautiful
images of Englis...
What do I do about...........
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I don't know about you..........but I'm always facing things with my girls
that I wonder "What do I do?"
I talk to my friends or my mom or read books or ...
Seldin Design Studios
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What a stunning space! Rachel Seldin of San Fransisco-based Seldin Design
Studios was inspired by the colors in a throw blanket from India when...
Happy Monday!
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Hello friends!
Hope you all had a fabulous Father’s Day weekend?!?!?
Here is a little sparkly
inspiration to start your week off right!
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Sourc...
Savoy Cabbage Salad Recipe – A Crowd Pleaser
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Happy Monday – I hope you had a wonderful weekend. It turned out to be a
nice one here – only a few showers that didn’t stop us from any of our
outdoor ...
A Patriotic Porch for the 4th of July
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[image: 4th of July Decorations for a Victorian Home and Porch]Decorate a
Porch with Patriotic Bunting
Read the full article
Instant Ambience: A Giveaway
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***Surprise! It's Giveaway Week here at Life of Bliss this week and I
think you're going to like what's coming up! Great stuff for your home
starting wi...
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. ...
Which would you choose?
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Hello there! Hope you had a fabulous weekend and to all the fathers out
there...a most happy and relaxing Fathers Day! Here the sun and beautiful
weather ...
Summer Wreath {Chevron & Burlap}
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[image: Chevron & Burlap Summer Wreath | MyBlessedLife.net]Good morning! Do
you remember my super cute Ruffled Muslin Wreath that I made back in March?
I l...
Selling Our House: A Not So Exciting Update
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Hola! Hope y'all had a great weekend and had a chance to celebrate all of
the fathers in your life. Between a visit to the lake, family dinners and
th...
Updating a Small Cape from the 1820s in Vermont
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This “petite antique cape” in Vermont was built in the 1820s and reminds me
of one of my favorite movie houses–Diane Keaton’s in Baby Boom. After a
recent ...
American Blogger: The Movie
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I’m gearing up for an very exciting weekend this week. Filmmaker Chris
Wiegand is coming to town! Do you read his wife Casey Leigh’s blog, The
Wiegands? Su...
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...
June Monthly Challenge: A Refreshing Porch Revamp!
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Hello lovers! How was your weekend?
I missed you folks on Friday, but it was worth it. I took the day to
revamp and refresh our sad and neglected front p...
{Organized} Garage (the paint & tools)
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Hello, hello!! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! We spoiled Mr.
Sugarplum with love, and confused him with all the mustaches *(especially
since I much...
New House-Downstairs BEFORE
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I won't even begin to explain how busy the past several months have been
for my family. House hunting, packing, moving, staying at my parents house
and th...
25+ Great Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
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Let’s play a game. When I say the words “kitchen backsplash”, what’s the
first thing that comes to mind? If you are like 99% of homeowners, then
the fi...
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...
Summer Style: Lanterns
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This summer, add a lantern or hurricane vase to a table or as a centerpiece- nothing says "nautical" or "coastal" like a lantern! Once highly functional for ...
Sharpie Art Coffee Table
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[image: Sharpie-Paint-Pen-Script-Coffee-Table-FH]
So, things have stalled a bit in our office. End of school and life changeshave kept us pretty busy the...
The Secret to Creating the Remarkable
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lara casey I have a favorite commercial. At first it just looks like a
bunch of idiots. Then you realize they are actually geniuses. (geni?) click
here to ...
Evolution of the Living Room
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[image: living room] Today my living room is eclectic. Tomorrow maybe it
will be all white. The next day my living room might be my dining room.
You ne...
➷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 ...
free printable diy summer iphone covers
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Summer officially begins this week which means it’s time to update our
iphone covers. These nautical-inspired covers slip in perfectly to a clear
iphone ...
Baby Girl Nursery Reveal!
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Ahhh finally!! I'm SO excited to show you all our little girl's nursery
reveal today! I think this has to be one of my most favorite rooms I've
completed...
A little busy...
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For those who do not follow me on FB or Instagram, please
let me introduce to you the newest member of our little family...
Our brand new
Australian Sh...
The Oak House project recap...Post by post
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Here's a post by post review of our Oak House renovation and all of the
projects in case you've missed any or want to catch up!
Landscaping
Replacing and ...
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...
Getting Organized: Great Planner
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Happy Monday!!! SO nice to be back after a little bit of a break. We are
almost officially into summer over here. My son has one more week of
school! Thi...
Pallet Garden Hanger
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This post brought to you by Miracle-Gro. All opinions are 100% mine. We all
love a good pallet project, right? . We are so happy to be spending lots of
tim...
Make a Summer DIY Tie-Dye Coffee Filter Wreath!
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A couple of weeks ago my girls and I had a little tie dying craft
afternoon. We made a few different projects! And we had some left over dye,
and I started...
When a teen bakes – Spaghetti Sauce Buns
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[image: Spaghetti sauce buns - a teen favorite! via Funky Junk Interiors]
son – “Do we have meat? And buns? And cheese?” me – “Yup!” son – “I have an
idea...
Lake Michigan Cottage {Part 2}
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Happy Monday! I should probably mention that I am leaving the country
today. I am going on a whirlwind 15-day tour of Europe, and I’m dragging my
best frie...
bedroom paint progress!
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I hope you had a lovely weekend…and Father’s Day! My weekend included a
little baseball, a little yard sale-in’, a little celebrating Dad, and a
little pai...
ditto-worthy gentleman’s spaces {no man caves here}
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In honor of all the amazing Dads out there, and all the amazing men, for
that matter, it is high time I share some seriously amazing, ditto-worthy
gentle...
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...
‘Twas the night before…….
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This place is hard to leave. And it’s not just the beautiful people and the
beautiful sunsets and the stacks of books I love here. It’s the place where
I k...
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...
Our summer
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Well I was going to blog about our new outdoor furniture, but before I show
and review our shiny new purchase (actually my husband’s fathers day gift)
I th...
Bloom Where You Are Planted
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Growing up on a large North Carolina agriculture farm, I always had a bit
of rebellion that I was forced to labor away at "Camp Tobacco" while my
other ...
Elements of the Cottage On The Green !!!!
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Sharing the elements of this "more than amazing" cottage.
It is two spaces and we can't decide which is our favorite. This is just a
peek of both
ki...
The Power of A Father's Love
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On this Father's Day, I'm struck by the power of a father's love. It
changes everything. {If you're a numbers person, these statistics for
fatherless child...
Beach House Decor on Scotland Island
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Cozy Beach House Decor
This beautiful beach house with it's own jetty and private slipway, has
been luxuriously renovated on Scotland Island. A stones t...
progress project
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I don’t like to leave you hanging for over a week without a real post. I decided to let you in on the patio update. Today, I’m showing photos of how the pati...
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...
Roasted Strawberry Banana Bread
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This banana bread is moist and delicious, made with white whole wheat
flour, sweet roasted strawberries and ripe bananas, with just a smidgen of
butter...
Happy Father's Day.
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Dear Dad,
One summer afternoon during elementary school, I happened to see an episode
of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood in which a child learns to play the dr...
THAT DIY PARTY and DIY Project Highlights
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Hello, DIY friends! A brand new week, a brand new DIY link party, DIY
highlights and a DIY Show ...
Happy Father's Day
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~Four Generations~
*Tell your children about it,*
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*Let your children tell their children,*
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And their children another generation.
*
~Joel 1...
How to Easily Fix a Broken Furniture Leg
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I come across furniture pieces once in a while,...
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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 ...
Blitzed on Pinterest Link Party No. 3
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Blitzed on Pinterest Link Party No. 3
[image: blitzed_on_pinterest200]Welcome to Blitzed on Pinterest No. 3! It’s
a link party where we, Debbiedoo and I,...
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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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...
Good Reading
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Hello Everyone!
Happy Friday! It is Father's Day weekend now. Do you have any special
plans for the "man" in your life? We plan on having a relaxing wee...
Pretty Little Friday
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One of my favorite simple pleasures is picking flowers & putting them
around the house. I snipped the last standing blooming delphinium from my
garden t...
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...
How Gorgeous
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This lady is not only gorgeous on the outside, but on the inside as well. I
have been a long time follower of her blog and adore her honesty and wit.
Ker...
CAROL GLASSER’S NEW HOUSE!
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[image: image]
The newest issue of my fav magazine “Antique Shops and Designers” is now
out and online with gorgeous photographs of interior des...
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...
HONG KONG AND BACK IN 72 HOURS.....
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Or...... how to read a 400 page book [plus 1/2 of another], watch 5 movies,
read 10 magazines....sleep only a couple of hours in 32 hours on a plane.
O...
Favorites on the First, JULY Theme Reveal
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*Can you believe *
*we are almost halfway *
*through the month of *
*June?*
Our spring weather here along
the northern shores of
Lake Michigan
has been...
Strawberry Season
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Behold! Strawberry season is upon us. So in honor of using fresh local
ingredients, let me present you with a two-fer today. Yep, that's
right--two delicio...
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...
Paint it Black
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Hello!
As you approach our front door, you're greeted with adirondack chairs. I
brought these from our old house - they were a Goodwill steal, and I had
...
{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...
Bird House Love
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I love birdhouses! I have always loved bird houses. I especially love bird
houses on Posts.
On day, future Ashli and Lee will have lots of bird houses on po...
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 bel...
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 ...
Color Run
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Saturday the Tallassee Chamber of Commerce hosted a 5K Color Run which also
included a Mile Fun Run which Georgia Anne ran. She finished 2nd and we
are s...
{ 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...
DIY Happiness Via A Little Rub 'n Buff
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I'm popping in today to say "hello friends" and share a quick little DIY
project I worked on last week.
For some odd reason that I can't explain, I've nev...
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.
...
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...
7 comments:
I hope your day is filled with love too! Have a wonderful one!
And a Happy Valentine's Day to you and yours, Judy! xo
I hope your day is filled with love, too, Judy! xo Diana
Happy Valentine's Day to YOU!!! Just about to enjoy my gourmet apple:)
Blessings,
Linda
Thank you Judy so much!
I hope you had a nice Valentine's Day yesterday. I like your sparkly greeting too!
Judy,
This is so pretty! Happy belated Valentine's Day to you!
blessings,
karianne
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