As I’ve shared pictures of my inspiration board and sewing room, I’ve been asked multiple times where I shop for fabrics. The short answer is everywhere! Since that answer isn’t helpful at all to those asking the question, I decided to write a blog post about shopping for fabrics that is a bit more specific. First of all, I am … Read More
finally, an antique haul…
A few things happened last week that haven’t happened in months…since February or March. No 1 – We had a church service! It was outdoors, but it was so awesome to see our church family, sing and worship together, and hear from our senior pastor. No 2 – The boys got haircuts! That might not sound like a big deal … Read More
the handmade needlebook
Well, I spent the morning writing and then planning and making some purchases for upcoming projects. I am excited to get a few rooms that are underway finished (like the master bedroom and sewing room) and I’ll be starting some new projects that have been on my list for a while. This is how it seems to go for me. … Read More
Sue’s Ironstone Palette
A few weeks ago, I spotted these amazing palettes on @whiteflowerfarmhouse feed and my heart started fluttering. It was a little hard to believe that I was looking past all of the ironstone pitchers, but my eyes made a beeline for those beauties. I immediately sent a message to inquire about purchasing one. As I was making the inquiry, Lori … Read More
german ironstone cake stands, a belgian bulb crate, & $100 giveaway
When I shared about the antique butcher’s rack from Maria of Dreamy Whites, I shared a preview of a few other things she sent me. They were worth sharing in their own post because the items are so special. I’ve been sitting here for several minutes trying to think of how to describe the unboxing of these gifts and I’ve … Read More
hanging a butcher’s rack over the stove
When I received another box of goodies from Maria of Dreamy Whites, one box contained a long metal rack with pointed hooks. I wasn’t sure what it was, so I asked Maria and she told me it was a French butcher’s rack used when making sausages. No matter what it was once used for, I could pretty quickly envision many … Read More
the best gift
Saturday was my 42 birthday. It started off with apologies from Jeff and the boys that they couldn’t go out and buy me gifts and couldn’t take me out to a restaurant. It would be another day hunkering down at home. The fact that I wasn’t disappointed was surprising to me. I’ve always been a “big birthday person.” I love … Read More
my silver patterns
I often receive comments about my flatware, even if I am posting about food or styling or something else entirely. I will admit that I have a thing for flatware and have inherited and collected some beautiful pieces. The pieces I inherited from at least five different women in my family are stunning and hard to ignore, which is the … Read More