It's time for another Notecard Party at A Haven for Vee. I have a thing for notecards, so I try to join the party as often as possible. It's a really fun party! I also have a thing for doors. All kinds of doors. In fact, DOORS is the theme I chose for my February notecards. Since SHELTER is my word for 2013, it kinda makes sense, don't you think? Yes, I know some of you came expecting to see dishes. Just keep reading. Transferware Heaven is behind Door #3! The Smoky Mountain National Park in Tennessee is home to this Little Cabin in the Woods. Read about it HERE. This door is in Santa Fe, NM. You can read my Santa Fe posts HERE and HERE and HERE. Old House ... Keep Reading...
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Little Cabin in the Woods
I'm so glad you stopped by today. Have I got a treat for you! More on that in a minute ... I don't know about where you live, but here in East Tennessee the weather last weekend was absolutely gorgeous! COLD, but gorgeous! Renaissance Man and I invited some friends to head to the mountains with us. It was the first visit to the Smoky Mountains for one of the gals. What a treat it was for her. For all of us! She especially enjoyed seeing this "little cabin in the woods." It's part of a long-abandoned farmstead that was home to Noah "Bud" Ogle from 1883 to 1925. The place is called "Junglebrook" after the dense growths of rhododendrons and magnolia that bordered the streams. Using axe, plow, and gun, the ... Keep Reading...
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With Thoughts of Spring: A Valentine’s Day Tablescape
I guess you already know: Tomorrow is Valentine's Day! If you're in the mood for a sweet but non-traditional tablescape, you've come to the right place. I've seen some fantastic red and white ... and red and pink ... tables here in Blogland, but I wanted a little something different this year. How about a delicate pink with lime green? (Can you guess the two items in the picture that came from Dollar Tree?) A simple Table for Two ... Tip: Keep your eyes open for little girl's ponytail holders (at Dollar Tree). They make great napkin rings! The salad plates are part of a beautiful Haviland set of 12 I won from Cherry Kay at Entertaining Women. The centerpiece is simple ... but notice the repetition of ... Keep Reading...
