I am so very happy you are enjoying the "All Things Irish" series. Todays post is All Things Irish Thatched Roof Cottages. 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. All Things Irish Thatched Roof Cottages 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 intensity and that ... View the Post
A Springtime Flower Garden
I know that many of you are just beginning to look through your seed catalogs and still dreaming of spring. In Phoenix, the season begins in March. I did a bit of planting recently and thought I would share a little of what I have learned over the years. A Springtime Flower Garden. A Springtime Flower Garden Remember to bloom where you are planted. Even if it is in the desert. Laura ... View the Post
Painting Bathroom Cabinets
I have wanted to update our front bathroom cabinets since we moved in five years ago. Painting Bathroom Cabinets. Painting Bathroom Cabinets My cabinets were originally a shiny oak. Lightly sanding the shine off is a must. Next came one coat of primer. Followed by two coats of white latex paint. A bit of distressing, a wash of glaze, new knobs and hardware completed the task. Are you considering painting your cabinets? Laura ... View the Post
Luggage Holder
Do you like my luggage holder? My suitcase is currently resting on it while I pack for my upcoming New Orleans trip. Luggage Holder I fished it out of a neighbors trash heap. It used to look like this: A bit of sanding, heirloom white paint and jute webbing transformed it. I adore jute webbing. (Also known as burlap webbing.) It’s humble beginnings associate it with upholstery shops. I recently bought a huge roll of it. Burlap Webbing Projects I’ve been collecting images on ... View the Post
Desperate Housekeeping A Trifle Hilarious
Delicious yellow cake made from scratch, strawberry preserves and real whipped cream. It was indeed, quite delicious I must say. But there is a story about this dessert and how it parallels life and reality. My friend Jackie threatened to turn me into the blogging police if I didn’t write a post about it. Desperate Housekeeping A Trifle Hilarious. Desperate Housekeeping A Trifle Hilarious I have a friend whose grandmother recently passed away. I responded to this heartfelt loss as women ... View the Post
Beautiful kitchens, baths, and other interior loveliness
Last Sunday I took the Willo Home Tour here in Phoenix. In the previous post, I shared several exterior shots of some truly delightful homes. Let’s take a peek inside. First up, kitchens! I loved the soft green on this kitchen’s ceiling. Beautiful kitchens, baths, and other interior loveliness. Beautiful kitchens, baths, and other interior loveliness The plate rack is great. This kitchen was located inside a 1930’s bungalow. The well done remodel really kept the feel of the place. One ... View the Post
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