Welcome to Friday Field Trip Trouvé. I recently went looking for some Annie Sloan chalk paint. A local store called Trouvé carried the line of paints and waxes. So I made the trip. Upon entering the store I found so much more and was ever so happy to have my camera on hand. My heart began to beat wildly when I spotted the French bottle drying rack. Friday Field Trip Trouvé The antique bread-boards were just gorgeous. The second one from the top was my favorite. On a bottom shelf in the ... View the Post
W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season
Do you shop out of season? I do. Shorts in December at 90% off~ YES! A coat when it is 85 degrees out? Yes! Here is W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season. Way back in January I told you that I had tired of my 10-year-old black wool coat and was on the hunt for a new one. Alas, it seemed as if Phoenix was swimming only in a sea of black coats. W.I.W.W. Shopping Off Season I adore Tulle coats. Stores such as Anthropologie and Nordstrom seem to agree with me. The coat designs have a retro feel and they ... View the Post
All Things Irish Reel to Reel
Last Friday when I first announced that I would be dedicating several posts to the "All Things Irish" theme many people made comments regarding The Quiet Man. This led me to think about all of the wonderful Irish-themed films I have viewed over the years. I thought I would share a few of my favorites so that you may perhaps have an Irish film viewing party on your own. All Things Irish Reel to Reel. All Things Irish Reel to Reel 1.The Quiet Man~ A hands-down favorite. I think that this was ... View the Post
All Things Irish Festive Fare
Today's post covers All Things Irish Festive Fare. Green is my favorite color. I love to set the table for St. Patrick's Day dinner. You can create mini votives by coring an apple and adding a candle. All Things Irish Festive Fare I love the elegant simplicity of this Celtic tablecloth created with a stencil and fabric paint. If my children are good, a leprechaun might leave a few gold coins sprinkled next to their place setting. Irish Recipes Continuing the simple ... View the Post
All Things Irish Crystal
There are medieval documents that show glass making has existed in Ireland since the middle of the 13th century. Today one of Ireland's most leading and well-known exports is its lead crystal. Companies such as Waterford, Galway, Cuchulainn, Heritage, and Tyrone all produce beautiful crystal pieces. All Things Irish Crystal. Waterford crystal was begun in the town of Waterford by two brothers, George and William Penrose, in 1783. They created crystal that produced such remarkably pure color ... View the Post
All Things Irish China
There are a few companies in Ireland that create china that is as charming and delightful as the country itself. All Things Irish China. All Things Irish China Royal Tara China is famous for its delicate scattering of tiny shamrocks. Belleek china is a heavy china that is full of whimsy. Isn't this a sweet bowl for spring? I love this vase with the Irish Claddagh image. The design originated in the fishing village of Claddagh in the 1600's. The hands clasping a heart topped ... View the Post
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