Vintage with a Modern Twist
Who says Christmas trees have to be trees? Use your imagination and have fun! Although I have a traditional tree in my living room, I like to jazz things up a bit. This tree certainly fits the bill! Picked up at an estate sale and adorned with lights and vintage Shiny Brite ornaments, this "tree" is unexpected. Ah, Ah, Ah, Ah, Ah, … [Read more...]
It's time! to make the doughnuts - I mean plant the bulbs! Paper whites inside and tulips and hyacinths outside. I usually plant amaryllis bulbs inside every winter but decided on paper whites this year. Bulbs were planted in a bowl I bought in Italy. Hoping they'll bloom before Christmas - I can never get the timing … [Read more...]
It's a countdown to Christmas! This apothecary chest was a wedding gift 16 years ago. When pulling out my hundreds (ok, it just feels like that many!) of Christmas bins from the basement, I noticed this chest sitting neglected and lonely and thought it would make a great advent calendar. It only has 18 drawers so I just added 6 mugs right on … [Read more...]
Using vintage mason jars (or new-you can find them at the supermarket) with a little "snow" and candles is a fabulous idea that can be used all winter long - inside and out for centerpieces or lining your walkway. I first saw this idea at The Inspired Room and it's so simple that I just had to recreate it and share with you! All you need are … [Read more...]
The other day, I took my friend Eebie, on a thrift shopping jaunt (she's a contributing blogger here - read Eebie's blog)! We giggled like schoolgirls as we took clandestine pictures of the weird things we saw. Gotta love thrifting with a friend. Things That Made Us GiggleThis little girl so wants to be loved. Won't … [Read more...]
If you don't already have an Elf on the Shelf - it's time to get one. You don't need kids to enjoy this little fellow as I think I have more fun with him than my girls. We got our Elf a few years ago and the girls loved him! He comes with a cute book to read to the kids about the Elf watching your kids during the day and then returning to the … [Read more...]
I still remember my grade school Christmas show when we belted out the tune "It's a Marshmallow World." Yeah, I know it's probably on your list of top 10 Christmas songs of all time (has anyone ever heard of it?!). Cue the music! It's a Marshmallow World in the Winter When the Snow Comes to Cover the Ground It's a Time for Play It's a Whipped … [Read more...]
Wishing everyone a fantastic Thanksgiving with family and friends. Don't stress people! Do as much as you can before the big day so you can relax with a glass of vino! I like to get as much done in advance so I'm not sweating and looking like a troll while everyone else is sweat-free and fabulous!Here's my easy make ahead mashed … [Read more...]
With the rustic adult table all set, it's time to get the kids table ready. The centerpiece is a fun paper bag turkey that looks amazingly like the real bird! He's stuffed with popcorn and will be "carved" when all the kids arrive to reveal the munchies inside (cut a slit in the top and the kids can dig right in). All you need is a … [Read more...]
I am loving this whole blogging experience and am learning so much (and making a bunch of mistakes!) as I go. Here are some new ways to follow the fun. Check the sidebar and choose your favorite. Facebook - please like me as I am very insecure! And, lots of fun stuff that's not on the blog. Emails - they'll come straight to your inbox … [Read more...]
I heart thrift shops, tarnished silver, cool collections, margaritas and vintage anything!
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