Last year there was a furniture store that was going out of business. As soon as I spied this reproduction Louis XVI stool I could not get it paid for fast enough. It was the perfect size for my bathroom vanity. But I didn't love the polyester upholstery. So, it was time that A French Footstool Receives a Slipcovered Makeover. A French Footstool Receives a Slipcovered Makeover This photo is a good actual representation of the pale green damask fabric that it is upholstered in as well as ... View the Post
Love Letters, Pearls and Ribbon
Recently I was walking through Hobby Lobby and spied the prettiest wooden pedestal. It was a bit pricey, even with a coupon, but I just KNEW it would fit the large glass cloche I had made several years ago perfectly. So, into the cart, it went. I had an idea to combine Love Letters, Pearls and Ribbon. Love Letters, Pearls and Ribbon I knew exactly what I wanted to put into the cloche. My friend Kathy had inspired me. Kathy had used rolled up wrapping paper to decorate her cloche. I ... View the Post
Victorian Valentine Tablescape
I recently spent an afternoon pulling out my best china, crystal and, silverware. The tablecloth and napkins were freshly pressed. All of this was done with love in my heart and the desire to capture a bit of romance from days gone by. Here is the Victorian Valentine Tablescape. Victorian Valentine Tablescape The Victorian Era was the height of decorum and etiquette. A well schooled hostess would know the proper placement of a vast array of serving utensils, dishes, cutlery, and ... View the Post
My Favorite Five Valentine Tabletop Ideas
Throughout blog land, it is well known that Susan from Between Naps On The Porch is the reigning queen of the tablescape. She hosts a popular linky party every Thursday that provides countless inspiration for many. Today she is graciously sharing My Favorite Five Valentine Tabletop Ideas. 1. Table Setting with Music & Mercury-Glass Heart Tree 2. Valentine Table With A Sweet Centerpiece 3. Be my Valentine Tablescape 4. Romantic Candlelight Table Setting My Favorite Five ... View the Post
Valentine Cupcake Cloche
Last Friday I attended a ladies luncheon. I showed up with a tray of treats that made all of my friends very happy. Here is how to make a Valentine Cupcake Cloche. Valentine Cupcake Cloche Believe it or not this craft took me less than 15 minutes to create. You might remember in December of 2012 when I created the Winter Wonderland Cloche Ornaments. I still had several of the plastic wine glasses that had had their stems removed by Mr. Décor and his band saw. I have been in major craft ... View the Post
The Red Pepper~ A Mother’s Journey
Interesting title right? I struggled with this post. I did not want to write it. It was too hard. To write this post would offer a deep, personal glimpse of me and my family for all the internet world to see. But still He whispered, nudged, perhaps even commanded me to write this post. Fair warning: This post is a bit wordy. You may be familiar with the following verse where God talks of our bodies being temples: "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, ... View the Post
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