All Things Irish Castles, who doesn't love a grand castle? Kilkea Castle All Things Irish Castles Hundreds of castles dot the countryside of Ireland. Although many of the castles are the dreams in which fairy tales are made of, the majority are small fortresses built by landowners a few hundred centuries ago. One such castle is Thoor Ballylee Castle in County Galway. This 16th century Norman castle was purchased by W.B. Yeats. The great Irish poet lived in this castle for 12 years and ... View the Post
Thatched Roof Cottages
From the bottom of our hearts, the entire family thanks you for kindness, love and support. While I take time with my family please enjoy this post from the DTA March 2008 archives. Thatching is a process of covering a roof with dried vegetation such as heather and straw. It is perhaps the oldest form of roofing material. Thatching in Ireland has gone on for over 9,000 years. Originally it was used by those with less financial means. Thatching today is quite expensive due to its labor ... View the Post
The Daisy Chair
I will tell you right now that The Daisy Chair makes me feel like a side order of awesome sauce. Thift Store Finds A few weeks ago the Fashionista mentioned that her Ikea desk chair was on its last legs. Literally. For those of you following the current project list on my sidebar a desk chair revamp was not on the list. But on Labor Day I swung by the Savers thrift store 50% off sale and spotted this wallflower needlepoint for $2.00. I gave it a second glance since my girl was born in ... View the Post
A Happy Friday Vintage Windows Used As Decor
I’ve had an old window that has sat in my garage for several years. I have to wonder “Why?” I have been looking for inspiration on how to use it and thought you might be interested as well. Here is A Happy Friday Vintage Windows Used As Decor. The most popular use for an old window seems to repurpose it as a picture frame. Showcasing a set of botanicals is quite impressive too. A pretty tray is a great idea. Or creating a window in a room that doesn’t have one. I love the idea of ... View the Post
Banquet Table Décor For Under $10
This post will share how to create a Banquet Table Décor For Under $10. Boy Scouts of America was founded on February 8, 1910. Every year the scouting organization selects a birthday party theme and each pack selects a day in February to celebrate. The dens that make up the pack are responsible for decorating their table, which is usually held in a church or school cafeteria setting. The rules are simple: The boys must be involved in the decorating. The budget is around $10. (I am not ... View the Post
A Truly Romantic Home
A few eagle-eyed readers recently asked me about this house, A Truly Romantic Home. A Truly Romantic Home It is featured in the current issue of Romantic Homes magazine. They wondered if it was yours truly enjoying a beautiful May evening in France with Lorie and Rachel. I still get giddy that I can reply “Yes, it was.” Rachel is the blessed woman who owns this lovely home. She worked very, very hard to create such a blissful spot. What a wonderful Moroccan feast she created that ... View the Post
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 253
- 254
- 255
- 256
- 257
- …
- 312
- Next Page »