A Busy Day Thank you for your lovely comments regarding my 1000 post milestone. I know how busy most of us are. Today I am sharing some of my favorite time-saving tools for A Busy Day. Even though most of us would like to do this: In writing about the many, many projects I have created over the years the question I am most often asked is:“Do you sleep?” I do. But my day begins early. I don’t set an alarm clock so the time varies. One day I might rise at 4:30 am. On this particular day, I ... View the Post
Happy All Saint’s Day and a Fun Guessing Game
Did you have a happy and safe Halloween? We enjoyed a lovely evening with our friends and neighbors. Today I am thinking about St. Francis de Sales ~ the patron Saint of writers. After several weeks of class essays, thesis papers, time consuming projects and research heavy posts I have decided to take the next few days off. Until then, let’s play a game. My daughter, the Fashionista, is also quite crafty. Yesterday evening she channeled her inner (and favorite) rock star goddess. ... View the Post
A Thrilling Night
Our wonderful neighbors host an annual Halloween costume party. The amazing themes change every year. This years theme was Shelley’s Frankenstein. A central island was set up like a lab where you could mix drinks. Shaken, not skulled. The food buffet was completely enticing. Everyone brought a delicious dish to share. Our contribution was Frankenweenie’s. (It was nice knowing Franz. :) I absolutely loved the simple curtain sheer that was cut out and hung over a mirror ... View the Post
Nevermore Halloween Tablescape
Nevermore Halloween Tablescape Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary, Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore, While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping, As of someone gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door. " 'Tis some visitor," I muttered, "tapping at my chamber door; Only this, and nothing more." I have enjoyed the writings of Edgar Allan Poe since my junior year of high school when my English teacher spent an ... View the Post
A 18th-Century Dress Sewn For Under $30
I have saved the best for last. This is the story of a dress that almost wasn’t. It was almost impossible to create a 18th-century dress sewn for under $30. For many years I have admired the gowns of the 18th century. Such as the robe à la française (French sack back gown). *You may click on each image to learn more about the gowns pictured. The lovely robe a la polonaise (Polish dress) with its raised and draped skirts. But my favorite was the robe à l'anglaise (English ... View the Post
Create 18th Century Styled Shoes and Stockings on a Budget
Create 18th Century Styled Shoes and Stockings on a Budget I absolutely adore my 18th century inspired shoes! Here is how you can Create 18th Century Styled Shoes and Stockings on a Budget. Can you believe they once looked like this? Of course, I first needed a bit of inspiration. Most 18th century shoes were one of three styles: the slipper shoe, the pump or the mule. The most comprehensive collection I found can be viewed on The Met website. Most shoes featured a “Louis” or ... View the Post
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