Lots of nesting going on around our house. We found this nest in the corner of backyard swing. What a place for a nest! The eggs inside are the most beautiful Robins Egg Blue. Great inspiration for m...
One of my favorites - never used to be. I used to toss the babys breath from my flower arrangements. Now, I love it on its own. So pretty, like lace.Last weekend we celebrated my daughters Fir...
A pretty display from Paris to brighten this rainy day here in NY!
We arrived in Paris around lunchtime at our adorable apartment on Rue de Sevres (on the border of the 6th and 7th arr.), such a great location. We had many markets, bakeries, etc. within short walkin...
We have just returned from 2 weeks of heaven in France. Our first time there and it was just perfect.It was my daughters dream to go to Paris for her Sweet 16. My husband and I are also celebra...
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Loving this Annie Sloan chalk paint combo, Old White and Coco. Wish I had a place to keep this one. The mirror with those little drawers are my favorite part.New "Antique" Bronze hardw...
We have a winner!Congrats to Dottie of Gathered Over Time!And thanks to all who entered. I learned that you all love our planters, ribbon and painted signs.All of our favorites too! You never k...
Just a reminder to enter today if youd like to win a book of decorating inspiration - "Hers", along with a $100 gift certificate to our shop. Maybe a little something new for the Spring...
$100 Gift CertificateI wanted to do something to say "thank you" to all of my readers, customers, facebook fans (well over 1000 now :) So I thought a giveaway was appropriate. I am givi...
It felt and looked like spring today at my house. Rustic Lace PlanterPlaying with my new camera (I do have a bit of learning to do)...I just had to share these gorgeous pink tulips.Its been such a mi...
These gorgeous new ribbons came in today.Country French Floral on Blue LinenIm like a kid ripping the boxes open!Vintage French Floral LinenYou see I have a ribbon addiction, always have. That is why...
Happy Valentines Day!!My quick version of the Sweet Heart Cupcakesat Glorious Treats!!Dont you love their packaging?
A great new dresser is next in line for an Annie Sloan paint treatment. This beauty will be done in Old White with a little distressing and a dark walnut top. When shes all done - you will find...
Happy New Year!Wishing YOU a year of...HappinessGood HealthInspirationCreativityTha nking YOU for a great year of...PatronageFriendshipInspir ationWanted to take this time to say YOU are much appreciat...
Rhoda from Southern Hospitality is having a link-up party sharing our favorite projects of 2011. This was an easy one for me to choose. It took much of our time to complete and I am still enjoying ev...
Just a reminder:We will be taking a little break to spend time together with our family.All new orders will be shipped the week of January 2nd.Thanks so much!Coming up:A New Years Giveaway Announceme...
The decorating is done ~ cards, shopping,wrapping and baking ~ still working on that! But Id love to participate in the home tours going on all around blog land. I like to keep it mostly natural but ...
at Lavender Fields. I spent the afternoon helping Lori get the store ready for the holidays. She has so many gorgeous items in her shop to style. I also brought in some of my own cre...
So glad I finally made it out to one of Tricia Foleys The New General Store ~seasonal pop up shops. A relaxing break from a hectic week. Her home is on such a pretty piece of property on Easter...
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With Thanksgiving just a few days away - here are some easy ideas for centerpieces.A good base for your designs is some burlap fabric and some rustic wood platforms to add a little interest and heigh...
rustic woodburlapwhite pumpkinspine conesfall flowersmason jars
You can now find our products including painted furniture and accessories at Lavender Fields...a beautiful lifestyle boutique located on Main Street in the Historic Village of Port Jefferson, NY.Lori...
A heavily distressed corner hutch.My arms are aching today! I stained, painted, dry brushed, waxed, sanded, waxed and buffed this piece inside and out. I thought this one was a good candidate for a l...
Spotted this yummy recipe in the October edition of Country Living magazine.If you like pumpkin - try it! The kids loved it too. I dont usually make tomato sauce for a pumpkin pasta but the recipe ca...
This past weekend I was hired to decorate a Bat Mitvah at our local Atlantis Aquarium- such a cool place for a party. My girlfriend and our teenage daughters came with me to decorate the space. I wis...
Montauk, Long Island, NYSad to see you go...The kids started school this week and we already had fall - like weather. Which I dont mind too much - because I love fall cooking. This week we made Lenti...
Im a little nervous about the storm heading our way.Do we have enough food?My kids eat. a lot.Will any of the many trees on our property fall on our house?We will be sleeping in the basement.Will we ...
So happy to have such great local foods on Long Island - I have to share my latest finds. After a date with my husband at the delicious Besitos in Huntington Village, NY we walked around and found th...
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