For many people when they hear the word "Arizona" an image of a barren desert wasteland comes to mind. Yet in the fall, winter and spring there is almost no other place I would like to be. I thought I would share a few pictures of homes from a neighborhood I recently visited in Paradise Valley, which is a suburb of Phoenix. Fall is Paradise. Fall is Paradise This home has its architectural roots in Spanish Colonial design. Look at how high the palm trees are! The home below has an ... View the Post

I had planned for this post to cover Mary's unbelievable craft studio, but I am still currently sorting through my photo's and gathering a few links. Instead, I thought I would share what I made in her awe-inspiring space. Our beautiful instructor was the truly gifted Tricia of Vintage Bliss. Each ladies album was dazzlingly different. Here is the cover of my Gypsy Boheme Voyage book. A Caravan of Gypsy Crafts. A Caravan of Gypsy Crafts I attached a ticket to the first page that provided ... View the Post

Mary, Mary quite contrary. How does her garden grow? Quite beautifully! Mary, Mary quite contrary Coming down the street I instantly knew which house was Mary's. It was by far the most enchanting.  Everywhere you look there are magical details such as this European post box.  Mary is warm, gracious and above all bubbly. Would you like to come in? The front room was filled with treasures lovingly selected and placed. Every piece tells a story. The fabulous ottoman was ... View the Post

She sells sea shells. On our recent trip to Florida, we popped by to visit the Disney Epcot version of England. You know how I love a thatched roof cottage! She sells sea shells We took the opportunity to also visit Japan. I simply adored the gardens in Canada. The next day had us on safari at the Wild Animal Park. This mama and her sweet baby were a delight to watch. Need a lift? Over the 4th of July weekend, we attended the Panama Canal Reunion at a lovely ... View the Post