Shortly after the Revolutionary War, Americans began to celebrate their Independence in almost every aspect of their lives. One of the most lasting forms of patriotism came in the form of Federal architecture. Federal Architecture Celebrating Our Independence. Before the war with England, many homes had been built in the Georgian style that honored the British monarchs, George I-IV. The new architecture, which was a variation of neo-classical design, came to be known as the Federal style, ... View the Post
Feeling Patriotic
Feeling Patriotic and seeking some holiday spirit, I went on a red, white and blue mission. These crocheted edged linen napkins from Wisteria are so cute. They come in white too. Feeling Patriotic I could definitely recline upon these outdoor pillows from Garnet Hill. Wouldn't it be fun to start the day with this darling mug from Cath Kidston? These bed linens from Horchow would be so cute in a boys or guest bedroom. I love vintage enamelware. If you haven't had any luck at ... View the Post
Heirlooms and Art Swaps
For the past month, Miss Sandy of Quill Cottage has been hosting a blog~a~thon and a three-part art swap entitled "I Remember Laura".The final installment requests that we share our cherished family Heirlooms and Art Swaps. Heirlooms and Art Swaps In keeping with the theme, I thought I would show a set of six silver teaspoons that were given to my great-grandfather, Andrew Jackson Ingalls and his bride, Emma on the day of their wedding from my great~great grandfather, Lansford James Ingalls ... View the Post
I Have Been Tagged Paper Tagged That Is
I Have Been Tagged Paper Tagged That Is. We had a birthday to attend last Monday and as we finished wrapping the gift I realized that I still had quite a few kiddie gift tags left but had nothing on hand for other occasions. To say I always like to be prepared is an understatement. It was a good thing that I had recently received a wonderful package. I Have Been Tagged Paper Tagged That Is It was an absolutely beautiful tag kit from the wonderful Wanda of The Rat's Pajamas. Yes, it was ... View the Post
16 Again And In Love With George Michael
16 Again And In Love With George Michael.You could ring up any of my friends from high school and ask them what my favorite band was and I am sure that they would all provide the correct answer. So feverish was my adoration for Wham! that it could only be rivaled by the girls in the Ed Sullivan audience when the Beatles first performed. George Michael was my favorite of the dashing duo. 16 Again And In Love With George Michael My allegiance continued even when George went on to a solo ... View the Post
Favorite Recipe’s and Cookbooks
Miss Sandy from Quill Cottage is hosting an "I Remember Laura" blog~a~thon. This week she is asking for Favorite Recipe's and Cookbooks. Of course one of the most famous recipes from LIW herself is a gingerbread recipe. Laura's Ingalls Wilder Gingerbread 1 cup brown sugar blended with 1/2 cup lard or other shortenings. Add 1 cup molasses mixed well with this.2 teaspoons baking soda in 1 cup boiling water (Be sure cup is full of water after the foam is run off into cake ... View the Post
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