I was planning to wear such a cute dress this Sunday. Instead, I have an unfinished Easter dress. I had found three yards of a sweet pink and blue vintage fabric at an estate sale for $3. I bought it thinking I was going to make a midi skirt. Then I went to the fabric store and they had the most darling pattern ever on display… It was on sale for $2. Option “B” was my favorite. It needed just three yards for the main part of the dress and half a yard for the collar and belt tabs. I just ... View the Post
A Tiered Tray of Springtime Treats
Hello dear friends! Are you making plans for a springtime celebration? I made A Tiered Tray of Springtime Treats. A Tiered Tray of Springtime Treats I haven’t been visiting blogs very much this past month because I have been working as an intern at a museum. This is part of a requirement for my upcoming college graduation. The intern site is fantastic. My intern mentor and other co-workers have been really wonderful and I wanted to say “Thank you!” to everyone. The gang really ... View the Post
Giving Up or Giving Back
Happy Palm Sunday! Recently a few readers inquired if I was still observing the Lenten season. In past years I have talked about what Lent was and participated in 40 bags in 40 days, among other posts. Giving Up or Giving Back. But this year I have quietly been observing Lent while practicing the instructions given in Matthew 6:1-4. So I am NOT going to talk about what I have been doing to prepare my heart for the arrival of Easter. I will only say that it does not involve in giving ... View the Post
What’s Brightening My Day Vol. 5
This boy has been making our lives bright for over 11 years now. At 12+ years of age, he is still as spry as ever. As evidence, jumping up onto the kitchen chair trying to sneak a bit of treat. What’s Brightening My Day Vol. 5 What’s Brightening My Day Vol. 5 2. Treats I came home from Round Top completely worn out but rallied to ensure that the Fashionista’s birthday was lovely. Like her great grandfather, Papa Jack, she’d rather have anything but a cake. This year’s treat was a Key ... View the Post
The Round Top Round Up
The Round Top Round Up. For those who might not know, Round Top is a teeny tiny town (population 90) in Texas that has the sweetest historical architecture, lovely boutiques, and wonderful people. The restored 19th-century Lutheran church, Haw Creek Chapel, in Henkel Square. The Round Top Round Up The Round Top population explodes twice a year when it hosts Antiques Week. Dealers come from all over the world to pitch their tent or prepare their booths. Other than traveling to Europe ... View the Post
Fashionista Favorites Rose and Gold
Tomorrow is the Fashionista’s birthday. We are celebrating by everyone working a full day…boohoo! However, the family does have plans to meet her for dinner. I’ve also compiled some wonderful décor and DIY ideas featuring her current color crushes ~ rose and gold. Here are Fashionista Favorites Rose and Gold. Fashionista Favorites Rose and Gold Let’s start the celebration with cake! This sweet “naked cake” features French macarons ~ a favorite of the ... View the Post
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