Becoming Jane Austen Costume Challenge As many of you know I am a fan of period films. I love the storylines as well as studying the set design and costuming. They inspired me to create a Becoming Jane Austen Costume Challenge. “Becoming Jane” Two years ago I created a historically accurate depiction of a ladies' 18th-century robe à la Française with period-appropriate accessories. At the time several readers commented that they would like to see a Jane Austen-era gown in the ... View the Post
Archives for October 2015
One Room Challenge Old Palm Beach Bathroom
It’s time for another round of the One Room Challenge hosted by Linda of Calling It Home. If you’re not familiar with the One Room Challenge the premise is to transform a room in your home within six weeks. Linda hosts the challenge twice a year. Last fall I made over the Family Room and in the spring I concentrated on the Living, Dining and Entry Spaces. On both occasions, there were times in the process that I wanted to give up. The pressure is immense. But the payoff is that you are ... View the Post
Top 10 Tips on How To Plan a Large Dinner Party
In the past five days, in addition to my son’s birthday, school finals, preparing for and accommodating 4 houseguests I hosted two separate dinner parties and brunch. One dinner was for 24 guests, the second had 12 visitors and the brunch included 22 people. It sounds almost impossible but here are my Top 10 Tips on How To Plan a Large Dinner Party. Top 10 Tips on How To Plan a Large Dinner Party 1. Select a theme. Many people assume that themes are only for children’s birthday parties. ... View the Post