I bought a pair of red button-up boots as part of my “Becoming Laura Ingalls Wilder” ensemble. What?! Is that even historically accurate? The post Becoming Laura 1860’s/70’s Shoes, Stockings and Gloves will share the answer. Becoming Laura 1860’s/70’s Shoes, Stockings, and Gloves Because there are only black and white photos depicting the 1860’s/70’s most individuals think of our ancestors as wearing only neutral colored shoes. Red Boots Of course, a good many people ... View the Post
Becoming Laura 1860’s/70’s Bonnets and Hair Nets
For this post Becoming Laura 1860’s/70’s Bonnets and Hair Nets, I am sharing the bonnets and head coverings of the era I am recreating as well as the style of bonnet I selected and created on a budget. The images of my creations are at the bottom of the post for those who wish to bypass the historical research. Becoming Laura 1860’s/70’s Bonnets and Hair Nets I am recreating the dress Laura’s Aunt Docia wore in the early 1870’s which was described in last week's post. In an ... View the Post
Planning a 50th Anniversary Party on a Budget
Let me just start out by saying that if you are a full-time professional party planner it’s not uncommon to singlehandedly plan and execute a budget themed party occurring four states away. Planning a 50th Anniversary Party on a Budget. However, I am not a full-time professional party planner. I am a part-time interior designer, full-time college student, wife, mother, dog walker, chief cook, and bottle washer. But I was able to execute this celebration to the great happiness of my client and ... View the Post
A Happy Moment to Breathe
I just finished another round of college finals. The tests and term papers came on the heels of a fall blog tour and planning a party for 100 people in another state. This is accompanied by two large jobs that need to be completed by the end of this upcoming week. A Happy Moment to Breathe. Through it all, I have managed to keep my eyes on the prize. The barometer I always use in determining what truly matters is to ask myself “What would I be glad that I had done twenty years from now?” ... View the Post
2016 Costume Challenge Becoming Laura Ingalls Wilder
2016 Costume Challenge Becoming Laura Ingalls Wilder It’s the moment many of you have been waiting for: when I reveal all of my plans and research for the annual costume. This year, 2016 Costume Challenge Becoming Laura Ingalls Wilder. This year I received inspiration for the time period I would recreate from my cousin, Laura Ingalls Wilder. Laura was born on February 7, 1867, in Pepin, Wisconsin. This is one of the earliest photos of Laura as a child. She is standing on the right, ... View the Post
5 Easy Crafts From 1 Plaid Shirt
For me, the return of cooler temperatures means cozy flannel. I love to add touches of it to our fall home. Here are 5 Easy Crafts From 1 Plaid Shirt. 5 Easy Crafts From 1 Plaid Shirt To create five easy projects you will need some old flannel shirts or blankets. You may also require scissors, twine, mod podge, a paintbrush, and some great leaf printables. First remove all of the collars, cuffs, and plackets off of each shirt. Set these aside. There are so many wonderful things you ... View the Post
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