I had a feeling that Easter would sneak up on me like a quiet little bunny. For the past month, whenever I have had a spare moment I’ve been creating some lovely pastel colored Vintage Floral Easter Eggs. Vintage Floral Easter Eggs The eggs themselves were papier-mâché forms that were imported from Germany. Sadly, Blümchen no longer carries these exact gems. I gave each egg three coats of paint and topped it with a soft glaze. The interiors remained brightly shaded for a fun ... View the Post
The Most Beautiful Book in the World The Book of Kells
As you know I haven’t really been blogging much these past two weeks. Instead I have been writing a 15 page APA formatted research paper for my Art History class. Final grades were posted this morning. (The class was escalated into a 7 week semester~ whew!) It seems this magnum opus of a paper helped earn me an “A” in the class. (Pardon me while I cry just a little bit in relief.) The Most Beautiful Book in the World The Book of Kells. Given that I often post things of Irish decent in the month ... View the Post
Spring Has Me Thinking About Tree Roses
When I was a little girl my grandparents had wonderful across the street neighbors. At this moment I wish I had a photograph of Willie and Alice to share with you. Alas but I only have their memory in my mind. Charming Willie grew tree roses for his beloved bride. They had pink, red, yellow, and white roses. But the lavender rose was hands down, my favorite. To this day they remain my very favorite rose. Spring Has Me Thinking About Tree Roses As you may be aware I struggle with having ... View the Post
The Climb
Yesterday was a gorgeous Arizona spring day~ clear and in the ’70s. It was time for The Climb. Also known as the 30th Annual Climb For Cancer on South Mountain. Back in early January, we asked if there was anyone we could climb for. We received several names. The Climb Two weeks ago I learned that my very, very good friend Marci has cancer. She is 38. You met her last year in the post “A Rose Amongst the Thorns”. So the walk was made for Marci and many others. All names were ... View the Post
A New Slipcover For My Office Chair
For the past two months, I have been desperate to find time to make a slipcover for my office chair. It finally happened last week. A New Slipcover For My Office Chair. A New Slipcover For My Office Chair The new linen upholstery had sadly not worn very well and several holes had developed on the edge of the seat. Now knowing better I selected an antique French linen/cotton dishtowel from my collection to use as the seat fabric. This I know will absolutely wear well! Don't you love the ... View the Post
Be My Valentine
Happy Valentine’s Day! We sent out cards asking Be My Valentine to those we love earlier in the week. I couldn’t resist the make your own offerings from Target. Be My Valentine Do you have any special plans? I am making a delicious steak dinner followed by molten lava cakes. I’m seriously considering eating dessert first. Do you have any special plans? ... View the Post
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