Meet Eulalie (the cow)
I shared a few weeks ago my desire for a cow painting. Well, that desire has been thoroughly satisfied, first by the wonderfully whimsical cow painting I received from my artist friend Laura and most recently by a stunning and classic painting by one of my readers, Cindy Austin. I can’t even express how much I […]
Haven – a DIY/Home Blogger Conference
Have you dreamed about a blog conference just for the DIY/Home niche? Have you ever wanted some of your favorite home bloggers to teach you how to refinish furniture? Improve your staging and photography? Wield a power tool like a pro? Come on…I know you have….admit it. It’s OK… …because your dreams are coming true! […]
My New Room
I moved into my new room on the third floor of The Old Lucketts Store last Thursday. It was quite a workout and my legs were like noodles when the day was done, but it was worth all of the work. I love how the room looks now and I really haven’t done a lot to it. I have […]
Abodent Giveaway!
A few months ago, I brought a new sponsor on board from “across the pond”…Abodent. They carry amazing home decor accessories, like this blue and white bowl and small glass creamer… …beautiful cushion covers… …and handsome hardware like coat hooks… …and cabinet knobs and pulls. I’m totally in love with these mottled star knobs. So, […]
Furniture Feature Friday – Favorites & a Link Party
I spent the day moving into my third floor room at Lucketts, so I am basically useless now. My legs are like noodles and my brain definitely overheated today. Despite my sorry state, I perked up looking through your furniture links from last week. Lots of great stuff there! Here are some of my favorites… […]
yet another French chair
If you are not fond of French chairs, you have unfortunately found yourself at a blog that is not for you at all. If you are a Francophile and enjoy armchairs…well, you are a kindred spirit and you will want to read on. If you don’t have a strong opinion about French chairs (How could one […]
two weeks of mail & back to work
When I get home from a two week vacation, I don’t waste any time. (Are you surprised?) I did all of my laundry at my parent’s house, so I came home with a suitcase full of clean clothes. I unpacked last night, so I wouldn’t have to face it today. I had some youth kids prepping […]
Be your own boss!!!!
We’ve all seen the ads… “BE YOUR OWN BOSS!” …and then there is an image of a girl slammin’ a bikini by a pool, drinking lemonade, then playing tennis, then driving a hot convertible, then living in a mansion. I’m waiting for someone to make an ad that shows images of someone in paint splattered […]