Vintage with a Modern Twist
One day, while listening to the melodious clank of rib bones landing in the galvanized bucket set on the table at Blue Smoke restaurant in New York, I came across the most amazing dip that put all other dips to shame. I'm not talking about those runny dips from the supermarket. No, those pale in comparison. I'm talking chunky, … [Read more...]
It's a dazzling sight to behold. Rows of glowing luminaries light up the night in my town on Christmas Eve. An entire community, united on one very special night. And in the true spirit of the season, all money raised goes to those in need. A blanket of snow falls as if on cue. My favorite gift of the … [Read more...]
Another year and time to look back on all that was accomplished. The ball dropped in January ... I showed off my muddy mudroom. Reminiscised about about my childhood and created a Love Is wreath. February was all hugs and kisses ... The center of my life was revealed - my farmhouse kitchen. March - roared in like a lion … [Read more...]
Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas! Hope Santa stuffs your stockings full of everything on your wish lists. I truly appreciate each and every one of you who take the time to visit me. This has been an amazing year and I look forward to what 2013 brings. Stop by House #1, House #2, House #3 and House #4 on this Four Festive … [Read more...]
Welcome to House #4 Santa visited Amy of All Things Home one Christmas Eve and was thrilled with what he saw. Perfect gift ideas for Mrs. Claus whom he found was impossible to shop for. She would love hanging the elves tiny stockings from this ladder with care ... and he could picture her putting fresh poinsettias in … [Read more...]
Welcome to House #3 Jennifer of Town and Country Living was nodding off to bed one night, fretting about getting her home ready for Christmas. Visions of sugarplums in red and green helped lull her to sleep. She dreamed of simple evergreens on her bannister and glowing candles welcoming Santa. She … [Read more...]
Welcome to House #2 Mrs. Claus was peering into her snow globe one night and came upon Maria of the Rusty Hinge decking her halls. She ran into Santa's workshop and told him to make sure he brought her an extra special gift. Something with a story like her crusty porch columns ... or a simple chair loaded with red striped … [Read more...]
Welcome to House #1 of ... Come on over and warm your hands by this massive outdoor fireplace. Courtney of French Country Cottage has it all decked out to welcome Santa. Santa can rest and enjoy a crisp baguette ... maybe even a glass of wine. He'll stop to smell the peonies ... then find the perfect place to curl up … [Read more...]
I'm torn. Every year, we put up our green Christmas tree and decorate it with family ornaments. It's tradition. My girls argue over who gets to put the angel on top (this year my daughter insisted we switch to a star). So here's my traditional Christmas tree - with a touch of quirkiness thrown in for good measure. Who says … [Read more...]
You know I love all things vintage for my house. But did you know I have a weakness for vintage jewelry too? Not the kind you can buy from the local jewelry store. The kind that tells a story. The kind that makes people stop you when you're walking down the street and ask, "Where did you get that?" The kind of jewelry with a … [Read more...]
I heart thrift shops, tarnished silver, cool collections, margaritas and vintage anything!
Join me as I fill my 100 year old home with personality.
