Sixty-five years ago the holiday movie classic White Christmas starring Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney was released. It was a holiday viewing tradition for me as a child. As a parent I have loved introducing the film to my own kids. A few months ago Sweet Guy requested "a real live Christmas tree decorated with tinsel just like at the end of the film." This request led to an entire holiday home theme this year. Let's kick things off with our 1954 Holiday Door Decor. 1954 Holiday Door ... View the Post
1860’s Garibaldi Blouse and Skirt
Hello dear friends! Welcome to another edition of historical Fashion Friday. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. Earlier in the week, I volunteered at the Farmers Branch Historical Park working with Girl Scouts. I wore an 1860's Garibaldi Blouse and Skirt. 1860's Garibaldi Blouse and Skirt The Garibaldi blouse/bodice/shirtwaist was extremely popular in the 1860s. The inspiration for the name came from the uniform worn by the Italian revolutionary, Giuseppe Garibaldi, and his ... View the Post
A Hot Cocoa Cabinet
Welcome to the November Pinterest Challenge A Hot Cocoa Cabinet. This monthly event is hosted by Cindy of County Road 407. If you are visiting from StoneGable may I say “Welcome to Storybook Cottage!” Yvonne and I have been friends for years. I have so enjoyed seeing the recent posts of her new gorgeous home. She truly is talented. This month’s challenge was inspired by a hot chocolate bar created by Pen + Paper Flowers. The arrangement features: Hot cocoa Cups Toppings ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles Holiday Goodness
There is so much to talk about. Our 16 oak trees are dropping their leaves like mad. I clear the walkways every single day. Sweet Guy is now working at a fast food place named after a pepper. His tales regaling weird customer demands and rudeness are horrifying. I always treat the people preparing my food nicely. Question: am I the only one that dislikes when Thanksgiving falls so late in November? Because of this, I have already started listening to Christmas music. But my house remains ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles A Deep Freeze
Hello sweet friends! Earlier this week temperatures plummeted for the first time this season here in Texas. So I bring you Saturday Smiles A Deep Freeze. I've been sticking close to home and keeping cozy. How about you? Saturday Smiles A Deep Freeze I adore this pretty fall table. The use of a blanket as a tablecloth ups the cozy factor. Cozy Cottage This restored Antebellum home has a soft color palette guaranteed to warm your heart. Heartwarming In France elder care often ... View the Post
A Chemise a la Reine For A Georgian Picnic
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to another edition of Historic Fashion Fridays! I recently made and wore A Chemise a la Reine For A Georgian Picnic. Last Saturday several members of the D/FW Costumers Guild gathered together for our annual Georgian Picnic. Members often make and wear historical fashion styles from the Georgian Era. The era occurred between 1714 to 1830–37. It gets its name after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III, and George IV. A sub-period is the Regency ... View the Post
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