Oh Happy Day! Today is a very special day for me. It is Mr. Décor’s birthday. Oh, Happy Day! Some of you are well acquainted with Mr. Décor. You know that he is a man of honor. Visiting a grave of a friend at Arlington and telling his son about sacrifice. It’s no secret that he is the man behind the woman who writes this blog. He often comes up with post topics and is always ready to lend a hand with DIY projects particularly if they involve lumber and chainsaws. The native American ... View the Post
Gifts To Make #2 Velvet Bookmarks
I hope you are enjoying the “Gifts To Make” series. It will continue for the next two weeks. You may have noticed that I have not been visiting or commenting in the past few weeks. Time is at a premium right now and I have spent my precious free time creating presents (and tutorials) that I could share. All the crafts and gifts are fairly inexpensive and easy to make. Today is Gifts To Make #2 Velvet Bookmarks To create the velvet bookmarks you will need: Good quality velvet ribbon. ... View the Post
Tying One On Gifts You Can Make #1
Some of you were probably hoping this was a post, Tying One On Gifts You Can Make #1, was on Hot Toddies and Wassail. (smile) Truthfully, I could use a hot drink myself. I’ve been working 14 hour days making Christmas beautiful for others since our return from D.C. I still have yet to decorate my own home. One thing that I have managed to finish is my annual handmade Christmas ornaments that I tie onto the gifts of those who love to receive them. Supplies You Will Need To create similar ... View the Post
Holiday Gift Wrapping Ideas
I am so happy to have been included in the Make It Merry holiday idea series. I offered to provide Holiday Gift Wrapping Ideas as I am always so inspired by the lovely ideas offered in blog land. Further down I will share how I am wrapping gifts this Christmas, but first I thought I would share some of my favorites. Funkytime has provided a free download to create pretty and perfect holiday party favors. Holiday Gift Wrapping Ideas While Country Living used paper straws to create the star ... View the Post
The Inn Crowd
A few days ago I saw a button on my friend Joy’s blog. It asked a question about The Inn Crowd. It gave me pause for more than just a moment. I examined my heart and searched my soul. Nativity ~ John Singleton Copley The Inn Crowd In a literal sense, I have never been part of the “in crowd”. During the tween years, my reflection revealed a girl with buck teeth, hand me down clothes and a bad Dorothy Hamill haircut. The teen years were just as awkward. Like Joan ... View the Post
Wear It With Everything
I recently bought a gray wool A-line skirt. I can Wear It With Everything! It looks so good with jewel tones. Wear It With Everything It also looks pretty chic when worn with fur and mustard. Of course, nothing is more classic that wearing it with a white shirt. Red is Mr. Décor’s favorite. With tights. Must be a school girl thing. :) I found my skirt at the thrift store for $4.99. It is vintage. It had a classic “A line” silhouette which I loved. But the button and belt ... View the Post
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