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last minute present-wrapping inspiration

by Marian Parsons | Dec 23, 2016 | All Things Home, Decorating, Holiday, Winter

Shopping for Christmas wrapping paper is usually an exercise in frustration for me. Why doesn’t anyone make simple, blue and white paper for Christmas? Is that too much to ask?! Well in previous years, it has been. This year, though, I was able to find the...

1970 kitchen renovation | demo day one

by Marian Parsons | Apr 12, 2023 | 1970 home renovation, All Things Home, Kitchen, My House

The kitchen renovation began yesterday and I am so excited. Yes, it’s loud, messy, and very inconvenient, but I am keeping my eye on the finished kitchen, knowing it will all be worth it and all of this is very temporary. Even Marshall, my 16-year-old, said he...

January 2022 Favorites

by Marian Parsons | Feb 9, 2022 | a slice of life, Favorite Things

Even though I wasn’t posting regularly through January, I still kept a list of some of my favorites when I would notice them. I’ve learned that if I don’t write them down, I’ll forget all about them! Sharing my favorites each month has...

making knitted Selbu mittens | tips for beginners

by Marian Parsons | Jan 26, 2022 | Uncategorized, Yarn Crafts

One thing I wanted to do this winter was to make a pair of Selbu/Norwegian-style mittens. I’ve always loved the style of them and have been drawn to knit colorwork for years. Over the winter break, I decided it was a good time to learn. When I started...

my go-to supplies for cleaning antiques

by Marian Parsons | Apr 6, 2021 | All Things Home, Antiques, Cleaning & care, Favorite Finds

I have bought and sold (and kept) a lot of antiques over the years. Thousands and thousands of pieces! So, I have learned through trial and error about cleaning and polishing up just about anything I find. As I was cleaning my most recent antique finds I purchased...