I'm going out of town this weekend to the Kickapoo Creek Wine feast downstate with some of my sis.ters. Were would I be without them... Time passes. Life happens. Distance separates. Children grow up. Jobs come and go. Love waxes and wanes. Men don't do what they're supposed to do. Hearts break. Parents die. Colleagues [...]
Breakfast Nook Remodel
25 Aug By
Our kitchen was completely gutted two years ago (will post soon), a complete and total makeover. Three months of hell fun. Since we're glutton's for punishment, we undertook another smaller kitchen remodel last November. Here's the breakfast nook before the remodel. Hang on to your seats, this isn't pretty. You were warned [...]
Strawberry Fields Forever!
23 Aug By
Last week I was at Aldi grocery store and headed over to the veggie/fruits section. Carts and carts of strawberries were being wheeled out. They were the best looking strawberries ever! As I looked over them my mind immediately flashed back to the Beatles song Strawberry Fields Forever.... It couldn't be [...]
A Pencil Pleat Textured Pillow
18 Aug By
During the decorating phase of our deck project I wanted to incorporate some textured pillows. I'll be making them a on a budget. One day when I was at Hancock Fabric I was wandering around in the drapery section, and found Drapery Pencil Pleat Tape. Bingo - this would provide me the look I [...]
I’m Going to Haven!
16 Aug By
I'm so excited. I just signed up to go to Haven 2012. I can't wait to meet everyone. Are you going?
Is this a DUH moment?
15 Aug By
I've been having so much fun with the wonderful linky parties out in our blog world. Not only posting mine, but viewing all the creative and inspiring posts that's shared. As a blogging newbie when I receive a "comment" I start jumping up and down. It's so exciting! So I know someone else [...]
The Deck Reveal!!!!!
12 Aug By
The only easy part of our deck Re.jue.ve.na.tion project was creating a Project List. We were so excited as we moved in to Phrase One. We did a happy dance when we found the Six Soldiers Standing in a row. Our feet stumbled when we encountered medical delays. At times, we often felt the [...]
Sewing Tip – Relieve Neck Strain
9 Aug By
I love to sew! Many years ago I attended Ray-Vogue (aka Illinois Institute of Art) School of Design. It was an exciting time for me and I learned so much. There is one tip that I've always used, and if you use it your NECK will thank you! Since our sewing machines [...]
Estate Sale Goodies!!!
7 Aug By
With route in hand I headed out the door for my weekly Friday garage sale excursions! I've been feeling a little run down lately (not a hot weather girl) so I was only going to hit a few in my immediate area. After picking up an item or two I was thinking maybe I'll [...]
Deck Linens…
5 Aug By
For me the best part of any project begins, now! The part when you start pulling everything together. Pulling the colors, furniture, decorations, material and all the other finishing touches into a total look. I love this part! It's bringing the "you" to the project. I've spent the last two weeks returning linens, searching for [...]
