As we move into the last "official" weekend of the summer of '09 I remind myself of waht really matters....our family...our friends....our health. Sieze the day.
Jazzy Jello Apple Slices
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Hello friends! I'm so glad you all liked my little 'weekend recap'
yesterday! It was fun putting it together. I'm thrilled it was well
received. Look for m...
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Hope everyone had a peaceful weekend. I feel like I ran myself to death.
Even though it was exhausting, one of the best parts of Memorial weekend
are the...
Wine Cork Herb Markers!
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When it comes to crafting...sometimes it's the little projects that
impress me the most. Like these Wine Cork Herb Markers from Shine Your
Light!
...
Old Photo - Darling French Child + a Giveaway
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Click on Image to Enlarge
This is a cute Old Photo Postcard showing a Darling Child all dressed up! At first I thought maybe this was a riding outfit, but t...
More Country Living, Austin
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Happy Wednesday!
I still have a ridonkulous amount of
photos to share from the Country Living Fair
in Austin, Texas last month,
so here's another ha...
small moments
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One of the things that makes a house special is the little personal touches
or small moments you create. It’s simple things that invite a person to
lean i...
FFA Challenge #5: Your DIY Uniform
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[image: FFA-Vintage Revivals-1[3]_thumb]
Last week I posted this ridiculously fabulous picture of myself:
[image: IMG_1418]
I know you are jealous of my...
Cottage Style Trim
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Brian finished the closet baseboards (they match our existing baseboards,
yay!) and the trim around the doors and cubby holes yesterday… He brought
the cut...
European
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My husband said to me after I showed him this redo "If you're American in
the kitchen, what are you in the bathroom?"
"European".
My response sounded like...
It's hip to dip!
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This bedside table was getting the job done, but not with any kind of
style. Meg wasn't about to be having that. So she spray painted it white,
but get ...
Wow Us Wednesdays #68
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Wow, the holiday weekend really through me off. This feels like Monday to
me. I was almost late putting this post together. Lots of great links last
week a...
new cake plate...
-
dang that Martha Stewart and her super cute stuff...
isn't this sooo pretty...
ahhhh....
its so tall, I can use it as a cloche',
imagine all the treasu...
Giveaways
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June is almost here, and I would like to have some wonderful GIVEAWAYS for
all of y'all during the summer months. If you would like to sponsor a
giveaway o...
~we are ready~
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*Ready for summer that is.*
*Only a few short weeks of school left and the fun begins!*
*I am looking forward to spending time outdoors and just relaxing.*
*...
It's Almost Time!
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The PEONIES are coming!
The Peonies are coming!
The PeOnies are coming!
Soon, I will ask them to pose for some new pics for you.
Think they'll co...
Whatever Goes Wednesday #119
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Welcome to this crazy day of linky love and blog exploration! I love to see
what is new out there in blog land. Get started clicking away to view
e...
We Be Jammin'
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I figured the day after I posted about eating healthier would be a great
time to post a recipe that is literally half sugar. ; )
When I first started cann...
DIY mint jeans
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I have been looking for a good pair of mint jeans for a long time! And
everytime I found a pair they were either sold out in my size OR way too
much money…...
Pirate Party
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One special little buccaneer had a fantastic birthday adventure that he
will never forget. Loralee Lewis, the creator and event stylist for this Pirate
...
Terremoto 2
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Il post di stamattina era programmato,
neanche mi ricordavo che sarebbe
andato in pubblicazione automaticamente.
Dopo gli eventi di ieri,
ho deciso che per i...
How to: DIY Faux Barn Doors
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[image: DIY-Barn-Doors-]
I have been wanting some sliding barn doors in my kitchen for a long, long
time. When I searched online for hardware, I found t...
Welcome Summer!
-
And we sure did!!!!
We had several family get-togethers this past weekend
and have had so much fun!
So what have I been up to?
Just being with them ~
...
White Wednesday Project....
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Love buttons.....
love linen and trims......
and vintage doilies...
coming soon... a project with all three.
Thanks for joining me for White Wednesday.
bl...
Beautiful Lilacs
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Hello everyone,
I hope you are having a good week. We are getting the rain we really
needed for the garden and the crops so I am very relieved.
I ...
RESTORED IT WEDNESDAY
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It didn't take me long to pick my favorite for the week. I fell in LOVE
with this bedroom makeover by Dixie Delights. I think I'm partial to
bedroom ma...
DIY: Wall Storage Baskets
-
Baskets are such an attractive alternative to the usual storage options.
These lovelies are the best excuse for collecting ones favorite magazines
or catal...
I'm baaack
-
Wow my little break for Mr OP's birthday took a little longer than I
expected. . We had a wonderful long weekend at the beach - the weather was
perfect. ...
Crown Obsession...
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I have come to realize and I confess that I have a crown obsession....and I
don't think I'm alone. (You know who you are...) I cannot resist them and
they...
Tarnished Silver & Roses
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The palest of pink roses...
gathered up and set inside old tarnished silver...
inspiring
and simply beautiful.
I have a little obsession with vintage si...
New Soapylove Tropical Kit
-
Bramble Berry is thrilled to announce the latest and greatest Soapylove Kit
featuring tropical colors and a fragrance oil that will send your mind to
an is...
Welcome Little Girl
-
Our friends have a new little baby girl, I haven't seen any photos yet but
baby girls are ever so sweet. So I am looking forward to seeing her. And
what wo...
~White Wednesday # 154~
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*I hope you don't mind another post with flowers.....I just can't seem to
get enough of them this time of year. *
*Today I'm sharing some snowball blooms...
How to Stencil a Table Runner with @plaidcrafts
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So yesterday I showed you how to spray paint light fixtures, and gave you a
teaser with a picture that included my new table runner. Time for all of
the...
Hallway Moodboards for my sister
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An embarrassingly long time ago my sis in New Zealand sent me some pictures
of her home. Asking for advice. I finally got around to see what I could
come u...
Coastal or Elegant
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Did you all have a fun-filled, long weekend? We had a wonderful time and
the entire family was here at once--I suggested we get our Christmas photo
done--...
SEWING SEA SHELLS BY THE SEA SHORE...
-
When packing for any trip it is essential that I include some sort of
crafting supplies and my recent trip to the sea shore was no exception. I
chose a ...
The Motto Board
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Sometimes just a few words can make a big difference- engraved, scrawled,
chalked, or printed. I wrote a post about creating a motto board over at SC
Johns...
today's bounty
-
Here's some of today's bounty.....
cut fresh from my garden....
and now gracing my home.
I'm so lucky to be able to fill my home with fresh cut flow...
A Beautiful Wedding & Celebration
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My son Chip, married his beautiful sweetheart, Nancy, on Sunday! I know I
don't often share family pictures on BNOTP but since so many folks emailed
or le...
Fifi in Belle Inspiration Magazine
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Oui oui oui... Fifi is in a PARIS based magazine... Belle Inspiration ...
Click on this mini-mag to read Fifi's interview...
anddddddd
You can read th...
The Jordan Valley Home & Garden Club
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Today I wanted to share a little something great with you that's happening
here in Utah. The Jordan Valley Conservation Park's Home and Garden Club!
The Jo...
Peonies....
-
I am blessed to have one of my grandmother's Peony plants in my yard. It
give me some beautiful flowers every spring. I can't help picking some and
putting...
summer inspiration board and Facebook
-
hope everyone had a great holiday weekend!
the weather here was sunny,
but hot.
i went to the cedarburg wisconsin
flea market on sunday.
yes...
What's new....
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Hello all! Hope you had a wonderful weekend! We have been busy with
family in town and just working which is always good... and I do mean that!
I guess ...
Lemon blueberry muffins
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Hey friends! Hope everyone had a nice Memorial Day. My family got together,
we got some projects done around the house and I was busy baking! I’ve
been in...
Art and Finds
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Every year at Whitsun
we spend the weekend with very good friends
visiting Open Art Studios
This event happens to be in the same area as my all time
favori...
Postcard From 1952
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Take a trip back in time with this amazing music video.
We know all you vintage junkies will relate to this...just like we did.
*(Remember to turn off our m...
Finally some PLAY TIME
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Yes I finally found some play time and
it sure felt good to be able to create again.
I made some Shabby Chis ATC's
for the Yahoo group I'm in.
Stitched to...
YARD SALES
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The first thing Cori and I did when I arrived in Walla Walla for my visit
was to hit the yard sales on Friday morning. She really didn't *need *any
more f...
Memorial Day
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We started our Memorial Day by going on a bike ride around the lake and
then we went Kayaking with a few of the neighbor kids and our daughter, her
husband...
Blessings on Memorial Day
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We are blessed to enjoy the abundant blessings in our country today
because of the sacrifices of service members who have served our nation and
especially...
all aboard to...DC
-
This past week we made a quick, spontaneous decision to take the train into
DC for Memorial Day weekend. We are not quick decision makers...er maybe I
s...
Memorial Day is Not Just About a Barbecue!
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Every year barbecue grills are fired up to pay tribute to the service and
sacrifice of brave men and women who have served our countr...
Freedom & Remembrance
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Three of the four kids were here to celebrate with a Memorial Day
holiday..... we had the delectable BBQ dinner. May we never forget to honor
our country a...
{Postcards from ...Rome}
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Quando si sta bene il tempo passa velocissimo
e così è stato il mio weekend romano con la Fla e Dodo.
Ci conosciamo da tanto ormai, ne abbiamo fatte ta...
More Vintage Marketplace
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It seems as if it’s only been a few days since the Springfield Antique and Vintage Marketplace show, when in reality, it has actually been a week! As promis...
Custom sticker giveaway!!! Design by GOC included :)
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Hey! Happy Memorial Day weekend! Hope you are enjoying it with friends and
family and honoring those who have served our country so well. Thanks to
each of...
Vintage French Fruit Crates
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Hello!
I hope you are enjoying your weekend.
I just got some vintage french strawberry crates back in stock...
I haven't had any of these in the shop sinc...
Think on These Things #15 ~ Trust and Obey
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1. Trust and Obey
2. John H. Sammis, 1846-1919
3.
4. When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word,
What a glory He sheds on our way!...
CH CH CH CHANGES...
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So here I am, finally posting! Guess you've noticed that I am posting less
these days...
You can blame Facebook for that...
I confess, I spend my time and...
Desk revamp
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First off, sorry for being MIA. I'll fill you in quickly. I had my check
up with the surgeon. My biggest tumor has shrunk in half and the other
three ar...
Memorial Day Weekend ~ Remembering Our Heroes
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I want to take a moment from here at My Petite Maison to wish you and yours
a very safe & sound Memorial Day weekend.
We will pause & reflect over the w...
NOW OPEN! CURIOUS SOFA OUTLET
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The new Curious Sofa 'Outlet' at the Lone Elm Antique Mall
I am happy to announce to all my local customers, friends and fellow Kansas
Citians, Curious Sof...
~ French Beauty ~
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*Hello my friends...I hope that you're having a fabulous day!*
Earlier this week, I shared with you a lilac bouquet that I fashioned for my
living room. ...
Reverse Stencil Armoire at SNAP!
-
I’m sharing a lovely armoire I recently flipped for my even lovelier sister
in law this morning on the SNAP! Blog, along with a reverse stencil
tutorial....
Vintage Freebie with Keren: 14 Shabby Web Shapes
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To Download Click HERE
I'll leave the endless possibilities with these pretties up to you :)
(Please remember to download ORIGINAL size)
I also made thes...
Simple Entertaining with Rustic Touch ~
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*Entertaining | Inspiration *
Do you ear mark your magazines, rip out the pages and then create a lofty
stack of miscellaneous ideas? Well I am victim to t...
Vintage Farmhouse Tools
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I am loving these vintage farmhouse tools!
As I was packing up shipping boxes today,
my mom rediscovered these amazing vintage tools
in the depths of our w...
Front entry with stairs
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Or foyer, for you fancy types.
I love a great entry to a house. I like to think it sets the stage for the
rest of your home. If the first thing a guest s...
Ode To Craig
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Oh Craig how do I love thee. Let me count the ways....
It's no secret that I have a thing for Craig. He's always there for me.
He's pure eye candy. He'...
I Have a New Man in My Life...
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Meet Otis, our adorable Chocolate Labrador Puppy!
As you may know, we lost our beloved Toby just over a year ago, I honestly
didn't know if I could love a...
Teacher Appreciation Gifts
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I hope I am not too late with this post...I know we had our Teacher Appreciation last week, but some schools are doing it this week, and even the following w...
~I am my experiment....~
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Hello everyone!!
Happy Monday to you! :)
We've had quite the run of beautiful
amazing weather here.....it's been in the 70's
and 80's...for about 2 weeks...
Ahh Boys
-
Mom of the Year is probably *not *an award I will earn this year. This
stoic figure below kept insisting his wrist was fine after taking a fall
at the rol...
My new Willow Chair...
-
*I just recently bought this fabulous *
*willow chair & ottoman from Willow Home at Canton. I have enjoyed sitting
here on this beautiful Sunday afternoon ...
Buzzzzz !
-
Were naturally having a little happy time here
not only because it's Friday
but
New goodies are in the shop
* like these* Push For Champagne* signs *
So ...
SWEET 16
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*Matildas Mouse is open this week-end for our Garden Event and to celebrate
Marilda’s 16th BIRTHDAY!!!. What a wonderful trooper this amazing Fox
Terrie...
The Driving Force In My Home
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The driving force in my home is the inspiration of old. Whether I am
remodeling or decorating a home in my interior design business or just
transforming a...
"My Cross To Bear" Memoir by Gregg Allman
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Gregg Allman's New Memoir "My Cross To Bear" Has Been In My Hands Since
Yesterday. I'm On Chapter Seven And Could Barely Put It Down.
His Story Is So Ho...
TV, RADIO, MAGAZINES, BOOK ...IT'S ALL GOOD!
-
The results are in and the first issue of ROMANTIC PRAIRIE STYLE is a H-U-G-E success THANKS to each and everyone of YOU! I can't tell you how terrific I fee...
Directions for Awesomeness
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Take an ugly chair like this one ~
Sand, prime and paint with your favorite shade of Turquoise. Mine happens
to be Gem Turquoise by Behr
distress Heavy a...
Padded Headboard
-
In an effort to spruce up a basement apartment bedroom, we constructed our
own version of a padded headboard. This room has no windows. The cheery
pale ye...
Vintage wardrobe given a new life
-
I was so excited the other day when I found a piece to re-create that I
have not done anything similar to before. The before was actually quite
nice, but t...
Helg & roser
-
Da er fredagen her igjen, og vi er allerede kommet langt uti mai! Denne og
sist uke har det gått mye i hagearbeid, og vi har fått sådd det som skal
bl...
A little Pink lie
-
Okay,
this is my *Pink* lie....it's my (old) new pink bike...
I've been dropping hints to Mr. H.H., that I *really* want a pink bike...
however....
he ...
Turquoise Cabinet with Homemade Chalk Paint
-
O.K., I know it's really a buffet, but I thought it would look so pretty in
a bedroom.
And doesn't it look pretty with pink? Looks like I forgot to take ...
What I don't know could fill a book . . .
-
. . . a FACEBOOK.
Dear Connie:
We at Facebook hate to bother you but we feel the need to tell you that you
are the *only person in the world* without a ...
May Flowers!
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*May Flowers !!!*
*
*
*It's green and beautiful at the French Flea this month for our "May
Flowers" sale !!*
*
*
*We have a spectacular selection of un...
It's that Time Again-My Top Ten...
-
Now that I am back outdoors selling my hats and jewelry every Saturday
(that it isn't raining) I would like to share with you, once again, some
of my f...
{oh yes}...
-
if you've been following me for any length of time...
you probably know that i've been hunting a vintage typerwriter...
i'm obsessed really.
i look at goo...
Clown Car
-
This was the car as we left Karla's house.
Looks full right?
Not even.
We managed to squeeze in 5 more boxes, a hatbox & a birdcage somewhere
between h...
Flea Market Finds
-
I got lucky and found 2 really great things at the flea market last
weekend. I didn't have to go far, which is a good thing otherwise I
probably wouldn...
Bumperless Crib Bedding
-
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...
Handmade Wedding
-
The first Sunday of spring it rained a light spring rain. The kind that
illuminates the white-pink blossoms against water-stained bark and gunmetal
sky. I...
Beautiful Roses - Update
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*More photo editing on our roses.*
*These roses are from out southwest garden right now!*
*I've been told I should sell these to calendar companies and make ...
"Just Poppin' in to Say Hi!"
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Well hello there! You may have noticed, but I was absent again for a
little bit. I actually was on vacation. Yippee skippy and lucky me!!
But I jus...
Hand Knotted Burlap Table Runner ~ DIY
-
You know you have been a bad blogger when you start getting emails.....
where are you?
are you okay?
I'm sorry I haven't posted. My kids were on Spring Br...
A Sweet Surprise...
-
Hello friends - today I'm sharing with you a lil' surprise from one of my
dear friends, sweet Ms. Linda!
See, I've been meaning to make one of the coolest...
Simply Vera, Simply Love
-
How did I miss this? I am so in love with the Simply Vera by Vera Wangcollection at Kohl's. They were having a great sale yesterday and I treated
myself to ...
Tutorial for Aging Wood and making Beach Art
-
I absolutely love to decorate our home with art that is special! Basically
if it is hanging on our wall it is either...
1-picture of our family or friends
2...
Save the Date! July 28, 2012
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*We are very excited to host our *
*5th Annual Vintage & Antique Marketplace *
*here on our farm on July 28th!!!*
*I know I have completely abandoned o...
Lady Strokes
-
The whole week was overwhelming for me in terms of my schedule,
birthdays are like you would not end the week thinking and celebrating
about it especiall...
*Vintage Market #5*
-
The Fifth Junkrestore Vintage Market was the most successful sale yet. We
had around twenty-five vendors and some of the most amazing finds yet! The
weathe...
Lucky Irish
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A new mantel vignette for St. Patty Day...
My family tree has a couple of Irish lines, we even named a son after one
line, McCoy.
The cross stitch sample...
TRAILER SOLD!
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*2011 Interstate Trailer*
*1 year new*
used for hauling furniture only (no motor oil, gas, etc.)*
*
16' long, 6' wide Interior 8' wide Exterior (wheel to wh...
Repurpose Story
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This is an old hutch that we purchased a few years ago for fifty bucks. We
had planned to refinish it in black and then sell it. It was quite simple
with...
Low Black Buffet...
-
A wonderful lady from my town called and asked if I would like to purchase
her buffet. The legs had been cut off and replaced with huge casters...
Well, ...
A New Year...
-
Well 2012 is off to a good start, if you haven't seen already I was
featured in the January issue of Prims magazine and not only was I featured
but I...
Create an Heirloom...A Chinese Antique
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While shopping in San Francisco just before Christmas
we saw a lovely antique Chinese cabinet and since every room could use a
little "Chinoiserie" I deci...
Painting With Friends
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Today I took my second painting class taught by *Christie Repasy**.* You
may (hello? who doesn't?) know her from her amazing rose paintings both on
canva...
UPDATE
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My little break,
as I announced it over 10 months ago,
became a little longer than I expected...
I have moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina
and now ...
MID-CENTURY DRESSER MAKEOVER
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Michelle found this mid-century dresser at a local thrift store in need of
a new finish and a little repair but over all it was in great shape for the
yea...
Faux Cupcakes and Signs and Shopping - Oh My!
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It makes my heart so happy to know that I've finally reached my long time
goal of opening an online shop of my own - a little place for my creations
to te...
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...
My New Christmas Card Design, Available On Zazzle!
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[image: Humorous, Funny Marie Antoinette Christmas Card card]
Humorous, Funny Marie Antoinette Christmas Card by sugarpapershop
Join one of the largest artis...
Guest Posting Today Over At I Heart Naptime
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Hey all!
So can you believe it's November already!?!? Holy Molie!!
Well, computers 'round these parts are getting fixed (hear that hubby?),
but in the...
My Creepy Fireplace
-
Maybe I've been watching too many episodes of 'Bones' lately
because I am really liking my creepy skull collector theme
on my fireplace mantel this year.
...
Making the time...
-
This past week Brian and I decided to break up the work grind with a dose
of nature and a hike. There is a mountain with a beautiful trail very
close to o...
September Photos
-
September is over, and it has been a crazy busy month. I was offered a spot
at our sister store, Paris Flea Market, and decided to try it. I had always
...
The Creative Source
-
I know. I've been MIA after telling you I was back. I've missed you and
can't wait to tell you what I've been up to.
First, I'm learning not to beat mysel...
It’s like a new room.
-
Have you ever noticed that some of the smallest changes have the biggest
impact? Today we did a little redecorating for FREE!
[image: IMG_0165]
This pic...
the story
-
aaah what the heck...
i might as well share the story...thE story. the story of where i've been.
i was married
was.
for over five years.
you knew me bac...
Beet Cake...
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Scrumptious...indeed. I haven't even tried making this delectable delight,
but from the look of this video there is no way it could taste bad. Just
se...
Come On Over!
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[image: Button]
Smile and Wave has a new home! I've transferred all of the posts from this
year to Typepad and plan on bringing the rest over later this wee...
Joplin, Missouri
-
After the wedding, reception, and a much-needed break,
I thought I'd get back to blogging by the end of May. However, due to the
tragic tornado that hit a...
Giveaway Time!!!!
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Image courtesy of The Graphics Fairy.
**GIVEAWAY CLOSED**
As you probably saw, I will be retiring the OneCheapBitch blog and am
moving over to OkioBDes...
Lucky Goodies...
-
Here are just a couple of my goodies I got on my fantastic shopping spree.
Lucky. Well, maybe. We went into the Lucky store and saw this bracelet that
I ha...
Mason Bay Etsy Shop
-
It has been a while since my last post, but my time has been very valuable,
the last few weeks. Every minute I have to spare, I spend with my children.
H...
Ringing
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Darlings. These are for you. I've missed you too. Thank you for your notes
and letters. There are no excuses. I should have written to you more often.
Bu...
Going, Going.. Gone
-
This will be the last time I post on this blog. I hope you will all change your links and subscribe to the new blog. I know change is hard but I am able to o...
A Couple of New Goodies!!!
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[image: DSC00081]
[image: DSC00082]
[image: DSC00083]
I found the antique book at one of my favorite stores in McKinney, Texas
called SMITTEN! I have...
Goodness, really?!
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I know it's bad when I can't even remember the name of my blog! Then I realized that I didn't transfer any of my favorite links when I bought a new laptop. ...
Porch - 2010 Holiday
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Forty pages and 20 different bloggers with incredibly inspiring things to
share. It's a Christmas issue but it's also a shopping issue, celebrating
differ...
{thank you}
-
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for your kind comments. I nearly
cried when I finally figured out how to find my comments and saw you all
there~ t...
Emma Ballerina
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My little Ballerina. All dressed and ready to go to her first class. The
excitement is written all over her face. Led by her soon-to-be first grade
teacher...
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I'm sorry I haven't been posting anything lately, I'm on vacation in the
beautiful city of Bergen, Norway. Wish you all a wonderful weekend! Hugs
Heidi
My Make-Do Chair
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*I just finished making this make-do chair*
*this one is for my mother in law for mother's day*
*I'll see her tomorrow to bring it to her*
*I hope she likes ...
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*Hello...*
**
The next chapter of Posted-From-Home is up and running ...
You can now find me here. I look forward to your visit ♥
From my HOME
to Yours ♥
...
New Life...
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I've given this piece new life! If you're on Oahu and interested in
purchasing, let me know!
The AFTER...$200.00
[image: DSCN0253]
Pray all is well i...
a giveaway!!!
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I know there are still some of you coming to this blog
and not the new one :)
You're missing out on a giveaway!!!
www.everydaypitterpatter.blogspot.com
Thanks for visiting me today. You are so right, that's absolutely what matters most.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a happy holiday weekend,
xo Lidy