I recently joined a few of my fellow costuming enthusiasts from the D/FW Costumers Guild to view a collection of Amazing Cinema Costumes used in various films. The Cut! Costume and the Cinema exhibit is currently on view at the Arlington Museum of Art. Amazing Cinema Costumes The exhibit contains 43 costumes that represent five centuries of fashion and dress. The Phantom of the Opera pink ball gown, designed by Alexandra Byrnetook, my breath away. A true showstopper was from Land ... View the Post
Where Giraffes Eat Out Of Your Hand
Recently the family took a trip to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. It is a magical place Where Giraffes Eat Out Of Your Hand. Where Giraffes Eat Out Of Your Hand The wildlife center has a 9.5-mile scenic drive. There are two lanes traveling one way. Since you drive your own car you can view the animals as quickly or as slowly as you would like. We stopped often so it took about two hours. Some animals are viewed from a distance. While others like to get up close and ... View the Post
A Garden Tea Party
I am so happy to be participating in the Tea and Roses blog hop hosted by the ever-inspiring Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home. If you are coming over from A Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson may I say, "Welcome!" and weren't her lilacs amazing? I also decided to host A Garden Tea Party, Edwardian style. A Garden Tea Party The endless rain has finally subsided and my garden is starting to come to life. It seemed like the perfect time to enjoy tea outdoors. I recently found these vintage metal ... View the Post
The Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
It was as if all the world tuned in on Saturday to watch The Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. This post will include all the following details: The Dress and Veil The Jewels The Flowers The Uniforms Pageboys and Bridesmaids Wedding Service The Procession Reception The Guests The Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle The sun could not have shone any brighter on the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex's wedding day. The Queen bestowed ... View the Post
Royal Wedding Breakfast and High Tea Tablescape
Are you ready for tomorrow's big day? Storybook Cottage is decked out for a Royal Wedding Breakfast and High Tea Tablescape. High Tea Tablescape In the formal dining area, I have set out a high tea tablescape fit for a queen. The centerpiece contains several Royal wedding flower favorites. Bridal tea roses, blue delphinium, white tulips and gypsophila. The place setting features various shades of white, cream and pink. Lovely Gifts The handmade tablecloth was an estate sale ... View the Post
Royal Wedding Week High Tea Fit For A Queen
Welcome to Royal Wedding Week High Tea Fit For A Queen. As a rule the Queen takes her tea in her private quarters between 4 ~ 5 every afternoon. It is believed that the tradition of taking tea was begun in the 17th century by the French. Prior to the introduction of tea into Britain, the English only had two meals~ breakfast and dinner. Sometime during the middle of the eighteenth century, dinner for the upper and middle classes was changed from noontime to an evening meal that was served ... View the Post
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