Irish linen is considered by many to be the finest linen in the world. Linen is the oldest fabric known to man. Once again we have the Egyptians to thank for its creation. Today linen is a well-known export from Ireland. Most of the flax fiber from which linen is created from comes from France, the Netherlands, and Belgium. In order for linen fabric to be considered true Irish linen and carry the Guild trademark, the yarn must be woven into cloth in Ireland only. All Things Irish ... View the Post
All Things Irish Castles
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
Dotty
Dorothy Louise Wescott, Dotty, came into the world on a sunny Massachusetts day, August 6, 1933. One of my favorite photos is of a two-year-old Dotty posing for a photographer who had come to town. Her head had been recently shaved due to illness, but she was still a doll. Dotty In 1957 she became a June bride. She and Landen had three children, Lisa, Bonnie and wee Mr. Décor. It wasn’t easy raising children on the edge of a jungle in Panama, but she made a lovely home. Dotty ... View the Post
The Daisy Chair
I am going to tell you right now that this chair makes me feel like a side order of awesome sauce. 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 the month of the daisy ~ ... 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
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