Making a little art ~
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I played a bit more in the studio today!!
I finished up my nature inspired cabinet of curiosities piece ~
I've collected so many wonderful things that I had ...
House Painting AGAIN
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Non.... I did not paint a house... but a painting of a house...
Oui oui oui... Fifi would be DELIGHTED to do a portrait of YOUR home...
email for detail...
Winter: Dreaming in White
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Last winter was the most beautiful winter we'd had in Michigan in years.
There was plenty of snow, plenty of frost, and best of all, plen...
Sneak Peek of Centerpiece Wednesday!
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SNEAK PEEK OF CENTERPIECE WEDNESDAY
THESE PRECIOUS CROWN VOTIVE CANDLE HOLDERS ARE PART OF MY BUFFET THAT I AM
GOING TO SHARE WITH YOU ON CENTERPIECE WED...
just my type
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Excuse the pun. Those who “know” me, know that I have a soft spot for
typewriters. I usually go for the really old Underwoods and Coronas, but
while I was...
Nifty Thrifty Tuesday No.99
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Just think y'all, this time next week, we will be celebrating NIFTY THRIFTY
TUESDAY NO.100! WOW, have we really had 100 parties? Please know how much
that ...
Correcting the Design
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I made some changes to the sun room since I first showed you the reveal of
the new wall color. When I put the room back together it came out with a
bird th...
Monday, Monday
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Well, Hello Monday...
Where did the weekend go? Come back, please.
How was yours?
Mine was busy, as my mind was a whirlwind of ideas,
concerns, what if's, ...
JOIN ME AT THE OLD CROW MARKET...
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This Saturday and Sunday, February 4th and 5th I'll be set up at THE OLD
CROW MARKET
at WHEN PIGS FLY AGAIN, a fabulous shop in Mt. Dora Florida.
Here's ...
Tea Time
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Hello everyone,
It was a beautiful sunny day here today so I enjoyed a nice walk and a
skate on the pond.
Of course, a cup of tea is in order after a s...
Vintage Graphic - Fabulous Owl Head
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Click on Image to Enlarge
Isn't he wonderful?!! This is a fabulous Scrap Advertising piece showing the head of an Owl. He was used to advertise Mustard. Wh...
Conversation Hearts Decor
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There are so many things to do with conversation hearts. I've seen
frames, wreaths and other item covered in conversation hearts. *Thrive *made
big on...
~my sweet savannah on facebook~
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*I would really like it if you could like my **facebook page.*
*Thanks a lot.*
*I like you all,*
*like,*
*a lot.*
{don't forget to enter the giveaway below}...
Vegan Juice Pulp Crackers
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The green ones in the back are Simona’s, the red ones in the center are
Amber’s and the little curly ones in the front are mine. I love juicing
vegetables....
Gallery wall
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I know it's not spring yet in most of the U.S. but it sure feels that way
here. In fact, it was a very sunny 76 degrees the other day and my kids
were BEGG...
Craft Room Challenge
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I have been dreaming about giving my craft room a complete overhaul. A
radical makeover…. Source: hviturlakkris.blogspot.com via Marianne on
Pinterest In...
Slipping Through
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Shelley from *Slipcovers by Shelley* was commissioned by a client looking
to spice up some parson chairs. After a quick trip to the curtain
department of ...
Baby Bump Update: 29 Weeks
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29 Week Bump Update
*How far along?: 29 weeks 1 day when this photo was taken
*Total weight gain: Roughly 20 pounds. I am sure that numb...
{vintage frame re-purpose}...
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hello dears...
i hope you had a lovely weekend..
mine was full of craftiness. :)
quite a while ago...
i got a ginormous vintage frame from an antique ...
::ways with walls::
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Let me introduce you to my pretty dang awesome lil' sis Bubs.
I'm kinda jealous of her 'cause she was a gramma before me.
But this is about the wicked ...
Rooms I'm Crushing On and Fabric For Sale~
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Happy Monday Lovelies!!
I'm actually always happy to see Monday roll around. I know, I know.
Now you are all now questioning my sanity. Truth is, I'm on...
Conversation Questions
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Who doesn't like to have a good conversation? I thought this would be a fun
thing to have for a family or friends get together, when the kids are
texting
o...
40% of all Silhouette Products -wahoo!
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Hey crafty friends! Just wanted to pop in and say hi! I’m at CHA in
Aneheim, California. It’s at the HUGE convention center with all the major
craft compan...
The Domino Effect
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Earlier this month, I posted a cloche vignette in the great room that used some light colored, over-sized dominoes. You can see that post here. When I...
wooden box, remade
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I found a wood box at Goodwill yesterday for $2. I spray painted it cream.
I took some antique stencils, and using a pencil I traced the letters.
I...
oh my goodness!
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Had my first binge day since I started my new healthy diet at the first of
the year. It was inevitable eventually I guess. I cut sweets, soda and
bread c...
Gift wrapping station
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For my gift wrapping station I use one of my old dressers. It works
perfectly for easy storage of all my gift wrapping needs :)
This dresser sits in our g...
How To Shoot Photography
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I had an insanely fun weekend shooting all kinds of Valentines Day craft
and decor ideas with a super-talented stylist friend of mine (posts full’a
pics co...
Project Rewind...jute wrapped wine bottle!
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Hey guys, are you ready for another project rewind? It's fun to look back
on older projects. Here's the tutorial on my Jute Wrapped Wine Bottle!
...So ...
FOLK Issue III Subscription Giveaway
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as promised i have a pretty awesome giveaway today!
if you are new to my blog, or haven't heard of FOLK magazine, you seriously
need to check it out. it'...
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...
Photo a day challenge – week 4
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Here it is again…Monday! ooohhh how these weekends just fly by! Did ya’ll
have a have a good weekend? well here we are, again, a week in photos :
{new shoe...
My Seasonal Items Closet -- I NEED YOUR VOTE!
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Time for the All Star season of So You Think You're Crafty. And I need
YOUR vote! This week is organization week and it could not have came at a
better t...
Romance Is In The Air
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I did not feel very romantic or vintagey or something like this at the time
I made this card :-) so took more of a clean approach to Vicki's challenge:
Rom...
The front entry project I forgot to post about....
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I don't know how I forgot to share this. I had meant to post it ages ago
and then it kept get putting pushed aside until I just forgot about it. And
i kno...
Kate Forman's cottage
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It's been a while
since I've last posted
about English cottages...
So here you are,
a very special cottage:
Kate Forman's cottage!
*E' da un po' c...
Easy Chalkboards from paned Cupboard doors
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This is a story about a couple of chalkboard/magnetic boards. Have you
used magnetic paint? I have a couple of times, with very little success. I
decid...
Fun Fabric
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Finally!
They. Are. Finished....*well almost.*
I found this awesome fabric at my favorite shop.
PTree Textiles in Baton Rouge.
It had just the right...
Weathered Grey Chest
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Have I mentioned how much I am enjoying doing pieces in Grey lately? I hope
I'm not burning you out on this color, Eddie Bauer Vintage Grey. I just
adore...
February Sponsorships
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Just wanted to let you all know that I am taking new sponsors for February!
The current cost is a bargain at only $10 a month. The ad size is currently
125...
A NEW PROJECT AND A LITTLE DILIGENCE
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Over the past few weeks I have been feeling really bad about my lack of
photo organization as well as being diligent to capture the girls and our
fami...
In this room...
-
...lies MANY projects. But today - I thought I'd share a super simple
one. Come on in...
to the office.
Today's project - bench.
My sweet Papaw Ronald, ...
BAREFOOT DREAMS ART CHALLENGE LINK PARTY...
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Welcome to the Dare to Dream Different Art Challenge!
I am so glad you could join me. To get into the spirit of the challenge,
if you have not done so be...
Sewing My Party Dress
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An organizing list is the most important thing that my husband reminds me
when I have an event coming up.
He wants me to complete them in advance and be o...
Photo-a-day Linky Party Announcement
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Yes! It's true, I'm actually going to be hosting my very FIRST linky party,
here at The House of Smiths. *shocking! *:)
Honestly, I haven't really felt pa...
Loving Hands
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Keri's stay last week was short so she is spending a few more days here
with us this week. I have been thinking that something my mom made would
be fittin...
NEWS
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I just heard from my daughter. She'll be arriving in New York tomorrow,
sans puppy. Bindi will stay with a friend in China and, who knows? She may
end up g...
Valentine Free Printable
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Making Valentines with your kids is a super fun activity. I'm loving the
"I {mustache} you a question
Will you be my Valentine? Here is your own free pri...
Beautiful Week.....
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Wanna see my over-the-top, 2die4, drop-dead-gorgeous, piece de
re'sistance....of course you do. Ta...da........
When Dianne brought this into the shop it...
Herding Bunnies
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Worked all evening with Ms. Maria and a school friend getting ready for the
4H Junior Demonstrations. Go ahead ask me anything about having a bunny
rabbit...
Orchids are Enchanting!
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Couldn't decide where to put my orchid. Wish I had a different species in
every spot in these pictures. Orchids captivate me. I have not been able
t...
One Fine Day.....
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(Photos taken with iPhone)
And One Fine Day it was...
Monica Sanders, Tina Smith (Cherry Hill Cottage) and myself
had the privilege of working with
Dr....
Valentine Canvas
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I had completely forgot I had done this for the Tic-Tac-Toe
challenge over at Flying-Unicorn.
The challenge was to create something using different element...
scary....
-
little scary last nite!!!
My son and I picked up his tux for formal and I took him to the mall to get
some Chinese food, it was pretty empty, we never!! g...
Guest Post Winter Front Porch by Balsam Hill
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Hi all! Jessica Phan from Balsam Hill is sitting in for me at my keyboard
today. She's here to share a few tips on enhancing your outdoor space
during th...
SURROUNDED BY SO MUCH LOVE
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*Today was **Matildas** first show of the new year. The gals all worked so
very diligently to display the most amazing treasures for our customers! *
*H...
Pinks in Stitches and Art
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I have this wonderful book in the store.
*It is Floral Stitches*
by Judith Baker Montano. (2000)
It is a wonderful combination of stitch instructions and ...
Farmhouse anyone?
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The main reason I love my career is I get to preview new, old, vintage,
falling down, foreclosures, and properties ranging in price from 45k to
mulit mil...
Valentine's 2012 at Happy To Design
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*
*
*Hello my friends...I hope you're having a fabulous day!*
*
As you are reading this...I am on my way to Texas to be with my
family. As many of you know...
My Paper Cowgirl Project!
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The next big Paper Cowgirl event is just around the corner~
This is my class project for Cowgirls & Petticoats!
*Whispers from the Past *
A handcrafted in...
goods
-
Just a quick post to let you know that I've added some new goods to my etsy
shop. Like 1 pound parcels of music sheet....I've hoarded them for far too
long...
Friday Etsy Favorites *Vintage Goodness*
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hello all! It seems like it has been for.ever since I did a Friday Etsy
Favorites. But, since we are still at home while the Mr. is running the
shoppe, I...
A little Bear and a little Clean Up
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I decided I needed a little clean up
over here at the blog.
Kind of spring clean while we wait for spring.
allthough Winter arrived over here this week, with...
1000TH POST
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I've finally reached the milestone 1000th post on my blog. Let the
confetti rain down and the band play! I don't imagine it is such a big
thing since I h...
Who Is Your Blog Crush? Ultimate Linky
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[image: Best Blogs, Best Home Decor Blogs, Best Food Blogs, Best Mom Blogs]
One thing that I have been painfully aware of recently is the fact that
there a...
Pails of Romantic Fleurs & Delightful Nature
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*Hello friends,*
I've been working on new, loved projects for My Petite Maison and
celebrating my birthday with family. What have you been up to?
Arm...
Whole Lotta Love
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Sharing some of my Etsy favorites!
Valentine's Day items are everywhere, and I have been browsing for items
that are personal and decorative. I chose to sh...
St Tropez...................gone gift wrapping
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This makes me want to head where the sun shines bright and
hot.....somewhere where you wear scarf turbans and cool cotton caftans.
St. Tropez perhaps. W...
Making Progress on Loft
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I finally made new curtains for the kid's loft area! I will be posting more
pictures after this weekend, but I am just too excited not to share these
curta...
I'm Just Not Ready Yet
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Finding it harder this year to let go of the past. Specifically the past
Christmas. I usually can't wait to get everything down and put away and
for the ...
Handmade Baby Card
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Our niece had the baby on the 19th. We haven't seen him in person yet, but
just look at that sweet face, I can't wait to meet him and kiss those
cheeks....
Special Delivery
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Pam and I put together this design and transferred onto a cotton pillowcase
using the method described HERE for a special French delivery.
The imag...
Inspiration !
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Hello everyone ! February's theme at the Flea is French Rustica....when I
hear these two words together I can picture a French countryside, with soft
rich...
~locker love & storage ideas~
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*Hello friends!!*
*How is everyone doing today???*
*I'm doing good.....got a kiddo here sick*
*but we're doing fine :)*
*I swear they just get tired of*
...
CHA Designer Showcase Preview
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This Friday, I head out early, pick up my buddy Elise, and hit the highway
for Southern California. We are going to Anaheim for the Craft and Hobby
Associa...
1940's revised.
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i've had this 1940's tray for awhile.
it's design reminds me of the living room draperies
from my childhood home.
but it needed something to make it ...
{HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME}
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3 YEARS..
3 years ago, today, I wrote my first post
My first posts are so...not me!
I look at those days and I remember how difficult it was just to have a
...
True love story~
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My parents celebrated their 42nd wedding Anniversary, or as they like to
call it,
their 504th month of marriage.
Their love story is one of my very favori...
Another bench
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I have been prepping for my daughter's 5th birthday. We are going with a
Tangled/princess theme. Although, she has requested a spongebob cake. She
tends...
~White Wednesday # 136~
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*Well the snow is all gone and we survived all the flooding, but it's still
dreary and wet. Typical weather in the PNW...unfortunately! I found a
white ...
Yummy Brownie Recipe
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I am in love with this new recipe that my neighbor Lynn shared with me this
week. I love everything she bakes, so I am always super excited when I
read th...
Burlap Rose Tutorial
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I wanted to give you a quick
tutorial on how to make a burlap
rolled rose ~
Do you notice all my tutorials
are quick and easy :)
I don't like anythi...
Litt nytt i huset
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Baderomsmøbler på det lille badet er kommet opp, men det gjenstår litt
montering mm..Badekaret til det andre badet er på plass, men er ikke
tilkoblet ennå
...
Pink, Red, White Valentine Mantel
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*Write it on your heart that the ones*
*you love are life's most precious gift...*
*
*
*
*
Red, Pinks and Whites for this years Valentine Mantel display.
...
One Is Not Enough
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Wonderful ironstone in no particular order.
When I revamped my online store last fall, I knew I wanted to add a new
Farmhouse category because of my perso...
Two More Light French Gray Tables For My Booth
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I just can't get enough of this color combo. And it's a great seller, so
why stop?
It looks so pretty with pink.
Here is the not-so- pretty before.
...
Iron Work Patterns
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I hope you are enjoying these intricate iron work patterns from 1895. They
are inspiring. I can see them used as backgrounds or even the main focus
of a ...
Faux Zinc Topped French Side Tables
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I picked up a cute little pair of French, two-tier side tables from my very
favorite thrift store a while ago. (Yes, the same favorite thrift store I
bo...
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, ...
Building a Dream: Part 1
-
I was going to wait a few more weeks to share this news, but I'm too
excited to wait much longer and things seem to be moving pretty quickly now.
We have...
Poetic Beauty
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"If you cannot be a poet, be the poem."
Old beautiful resourcefulness, creating beauty poetically.
Inspiring the depths of ones soul. (Web inspired phot...
A New Year...
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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...
Cottage Style Magazine is coming
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I wanted to share my excitement, Cottage Style Magazine is coming to shoot
our house in a few weeks. I can’t wait!
When Better Homes and Gardens was here ...
My Online Tag Sale ~
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I have a few pictures for sale... These are items I have loved and were
displayed in my own home. If you live in Southern California and are
interested in ...
On With the Show!
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Our Retreat furniture design business may be on hiatus,
but we're still hosting shows!
Our next show will be held
*Saturday, April 28th *in beautiful* Ana...
Some Newer Baby and Toddler Hats
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Here are some of my latest "kids' lids" to be sold in my new Etsy
shop..trying to upload a few every day until I have as many as possible
listed...of cours...
Wallpapered Armoire
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Well welcome back to me !I’ve taken an extra long holiday this year. I
took time off at Christmas to thoroughly enjoy the season and lots of
family time. ...
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...
"Sneak Peek Friday" Link Up With Sweet Jennifer
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Friends, This Is Definitely A Work Still In Progress But I've Been Missing
Linking With My Sweet Friend Jennifer For Sneak Peek Friday..So I'm Here
To Gi...
Making Me Smile ~
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Here is what is making me smile today...
Brilliant yellow tulips -
with lovely green foliage, placed on a tarnished silver tray -
with the fabulous-ness o...
Shabby chic cottage dresser
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I found a dresser the other day with great bones, but definitely needed a
makeover....
I wanted to give it a beachy feel, so I painted it a gray color wit...
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...
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
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WISHING EVERYONE A JOYOUS CHRISTMAS AND A STELLAR 2012 MAY ALL YOUR DREAMS BECOME REALITY. AND MAKE A LITTLE ANIMAL'S DREAM COME THROUGH TOO: GIVE ONE A LOVI...
Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons
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I made these ribbons last winter as part of a freelance assignment for Making
Memories. Their Bravissimo line launched last spring, and allowed crafters
to...
Holiday Gifts from your Kitchen:Pecans
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Looking for an easy, delicious treat to give as party favors, to your neighbors, or to nibble on while waiting for Santa? These delicious Pecans are the perf...
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Oh great birch tree, how lovely is your bark. And your branches, they
reach high to the sky (insert sound effect of me clearing my throat).
Okay, okay....
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
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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.
...
My Boys Are A Bunch Of Nuts !!!
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My boys come to visit every summer. When they get
together they act so crazy!!
Always good times!
Watch the video and...
Making the time...
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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
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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
...
Motherly Guilt
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Everyday my girls tell me who or what they want to be when they grow-up.
Example: Martha Stewart, pediatrician, librarian, doll designer,
artist, cowgirl...
The Creative Source
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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.
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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...
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*WE MADE IT TO THE FINISH LINE!!!*
*(and survived!)*
*(AND without killing each other too!!)*
*(Photo courtesy of **The Fancy Farmgirl Photography**)*
*The...
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
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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...
It's Been Lovely!
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Hello Sweet Friends,
I write this with a bit of a heavy heart, but after much contemplation and
knowing for some time now that this is the right thing to...
Lucky Goodies...
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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
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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...
Fit For A Queen ~
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Quickly approaching 700 followers, I am so humbled. Who would have ever
thought? Someone said create a blog and 'they' will come. And they did.
The...
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
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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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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}
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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
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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!!!
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