Hello sweet friends! I generally post on Sunday's but this afternoon I am headed to Austin for a gals night. My friend Kelly and I are meeting up to attend a Regency country dancing class (think Jane Austen movies). Then we'll have a lovely dinner. Sunday will have us walking the King William Historic District near her home in San Antonio. I absolutely will be taking my camera! So here we are with an early Saturday Smiles Simply Cozy. A Fairytale Lodge Each room in this lodge, located in ... View the Post

Hello sweet friends! I am headed off today to a Jubilee Picnic. I've made a special frock in honor of her Majesty. May you have delight and joy while reading Sunday Smiles English Rose.  A Gorgeous Garden Inspired Treat I can't wait to make these delicious looking apple dessert roses.  Ribbon Roses With the popularity of Grand Millennial style the use of draperies is once again on the rise. I adore this ribbon rose embellishment. This is a good DIY video.  Gracie's ... View the Post

Welcome to an Enchanted Forest Party! Last week I spent a few days helping to create a magical and very safe soiree. Life events such as weddings, showers and more are still taking place albeit in much smaller numbers. This post will cover tablescapes, party favors, safety tips, and more! Safety Tips Let's start with safety tips. In today's world if readers feel secure then they can truly enjoy the rest of this magical post. Check with your state to see if social gatherings are ... View the Post

Calling All Jane Austen Fans! I know my posting has been minimal this week. I have had three fairly big projects in the works and this past Friday the annual Jane Austen Festival began. The festival is normally held at the historic  Locust Grove Mansion in Louisville, Kentucky. Calling All Jane Austen Fans There were several classes available via Zoom. I have sign up to take a Regency corset class. Many of the lectures and presentations are available on the festival YouTube ... View the Post

Hello dear friends! Welcome to the July edition of Lifestyle of Love hosted by Cindy of County Road 407. I am so excited about this month's theme of incorporating Basket and Crate Decor Ideas into your home. Baskets and crates are used abundantly to decorate as well as to organize our home, Storybook Cottage. I am hoping to gain fresh new ideas from all the wonderfully creative participants. Basket and Crate Decor Ideas If you are coming over from The Painted Hinge may I say "Welcome!" ... View the Post

This is probably the most vulnerable post I have ever shared. Like so many women there are times that I am not comfortable in my own skin. Phrases uttered decades ago on occasion still ring in my ears. Chicken legs. Thunder thighs. Giraffe neck. Hunchback. But I am moving forward because Fun 1950's Beachwear makes me smile. Fun 1950's Beachwear Society, social media, and the advertising world are youth-centered. Some would say that a 50 something woman has NO business modeling Fun 1950's ... View the Post