Confession: 2 years ago I let the blog & my shop get in the way of our family enjoying all the Fall beauty outdoors. I told myself I would never let that happen again. It didn’t get me anywhere, other than kicking myself in the rear for the rest of the winter. The kids were…
Halloween Dipped Votives ~ fun porch decor
We’re in full countdown mode over here, for you know what…Halloween! I mean, it’s like the first thing on the kids’ lips when they get out of bed in the morning! Next week we’re on Fall Break which even builds to the excitement. Well, not that they needed anything else to get them pumped up,…
The easiest sewing tutorial. Make your own Napkin Holders for theholidays.
Have I ever mentioned that fabrics & textures make me weak in the knees? They really do! I decided I wanted my Thanksgiving table to be in yummy layers of rich fabrics, trims & colors. To reflect the season, but also because it’s me & part of who I am. There’s something to be said…
Classic & Elegant Placecards for your Thanksgiving Table
When it comes to Thanksgiving, I’m typically a simple but classic kind of girl. I truly enjoy a decorated table. It makes my Thanksgiving meal just taste better. (Although, I’ve never had a Thanksgiving meal I didn’t like. 
I love bringing out the special linens, candles & decor. All the special touches build…
20 Things I love about Fall
Melissa from The Inspired Room is having a Fall love fest at her blog all month long. Her love for Fall is very evident & I just love that about her. Anyways, this is the first week of her month long party. This week’s theme ~ what you love about Fall. So hard to narrow…
Owls, Spiders & Birds ~ Oh My! A Halloween Mantel
Well, Hello October.Goodness, it’s so good to see you.The kids & I had the best time this weekend. We brought up the famous “orange” storage boxes that holds all our treasured ghosts, spiders, birds & pumpkins. We all seem to treat those orange boxes like they are truly long lost buried treasure. They know exactly…
my top 10 around the web
Whether you’re a Republican or a Democrat, most people are intrigued by the Kennedy years. Did you all hear the audio tapes made available this week from his presidency? I find them all fascinating. The colors of the Emmy’s Red Carpet via ABC via Habitually Chic. Back in my single days I used to have…
The easiest Pumpkin French Toast
Don’t hate me for this one….it’s goooooood! I mean real goooooood!And it’s so easy! Here’s my quick tip for the week (half the work is already done for you!): I came to a screeching halt when I spied Pepperidge Farm’s Pumpkin Spice Bread in the store the other day. I immediately knew that Pumpkin French…
Caramel Apple Popcorn
Goodness me, I’m quite guilty of associating seasons with food. If it’s seasonal, I’ll eat it. Even better if it has seasonal carbs. It’s like I’m having a mini celebration of a season when I’m eating seasonal food. I can’t resist. Hence, Caramel Apple Popcorn. Our weather got cooler this weekend, it’s was just the…
happy weekend
It’s a pumpkin chocolate chip muffin kind of weekend. Recipe here. Hope you all have a lovely weekend.xoxo Hello! I’m so glad you’re here & reading my posts! I’ve started truncating my posts, so please click over to read the rest of the story! THANK YOU!