Yesterday I spent a lovely day with my friend Dartanyan. It was a Featherweight spa day for the new to me sewing machine. We cleaned, we oiled and now my girl is repaired and ready to sew!!! It felt deep in my bones good. Today is full of Sunday Smiles The Repair Shop. The repair of the 60+ year machine made me think about one of my favorite quotes. Perspective is such a powerful thing. To Plant A Seed I need to get out in the garden and start clearing away the weariness of winter. Plant ... View the Post
My Heart Is A Featherweight
Thank you to all those who sent emails, left FB messages and more on Wednesday's post about the Vintage Sewing Center and Museum. It truly is a special place. As promised today's post tells the story of a happy Godwink that was a few years in the making. My Heart Is A Featherweight. My Heart Is A Featherweight In the two and half years that I have gotten serious about historic costuming, I have met the most incredible people. People with a deep passion to share history, talents, fabric, ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine
Hello, dear hearts! Welcome to a special edition of Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine. Today is a linky party for you share all things Valentine related that make you smile! Big heart eyes for Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home for organizing! You also get a sneak peek of the Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea I am hosting today for the D/FW Costumers Guild. Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine I've been preparing for the tea for several weeks creating decor and historical clothing. Here ... View the Post
Malmaison, The Tuileries And My French Front Door
Hello, mes amis (my friends)! In my quest to bring a bit of French flair to my home this Valentine's Day I have decorated the front entry of Storybook Cottage. I was inspired by Malmaison, The Tuileries And My French Front Door. Château de Malmaison Château de Malmaison was the former residence of Empress Joséphine. It was also the headquarters of the French government from 1800 to 1802 as well as Napoleon's last residence in France at the end of the Hundred Days in 1815. Joséphine ... View the Post
Miniature Pincushion Party Favors
Hello sweet friends! Today we have a fun DIY. For the upcoming Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea, I have made some Miniature Pincushion Party Favors. They will act as small thank you gifts for the two speakers providing Regency/Empire themed presentations. In addition, they will serve as name cards/seat reservations for the Maîtresse de thé (Mistress of Tea) I have assigned to each table. These lovely ladies will assist me at each table to ensure the teapots are never empty. Miniature ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles Happy Hearts
Hello dear friends! January seems to have just flown by. How is it already February? Today I have gathered together some lovely Valentine themed ideas. I hope you enjoy Saturday Smiles Happy Hearts. You are never too old for Valentine's. Share the joy. Saturday Smiles Happy Hearts Even if you just include one small vignette in your home it can make your heart happy. There are several good ideas HERE. In the kitchen, I often use a tiered tray for seasonal decor. The Way To Anyone's ... View the Post
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