Earlier this year, I did a tablescape I called Shadow Dancing with St. Valentine. Its mood was soothing and calm and delicate. It came to mind the other day ... in stark contrast to current reality. You see, for the past several months, Renaissance Man and I have been surrounded by friends and family who only wish they could be shadow dancing. Instead, they're traveling through various valleys ... and they're shadow walking. Each valley is slow-walking ... craggy-creviced ... heart-wrenching. The valley of the shadow ... So many shadows surrounding those we love. The shadows of ... Death in old age Death in utero Death knocking Death self-inflicted The shadows of ... Depression Alcoholism Unplanned ... Keep Reading...
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DRYING: How to Care for Vintage Linens & Lace
When last we talked about caring for vintage linens, we covered basic washing. I suppose you could say I left you with clean, wet linens... If you missed my tried-and-true washing tips, you can read them HERE. Today let's talk about the two basic ways to get those wet linens dry: heat and air When it comes to vintage linens and lace, air is by far the preferred method. If you're blessed to have a clothesline, use it. There's something quaint and relaxing about vintage linens blowing in the breeze... If your linens are small pieces, you can use a drying rack; there are many different styles ... both new and old. Some are portable and can be used outside where dripping water isn't a problem. Others are interior ... Keep Reading...
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The Best Kind of MOOD SWING
Hello all! I hope you had a wonderfully relaxing Labor Day weekend and that this "short week" is going well for you so far. I spent last week in the HEAT of south Texas where Summer was still in full swing. It was really nice to get back home to Tennessee with its cooling temperatures ... and turning leaves. Sigh. My favorite time of year. Fall seems to be arriving a little early this year, but I don't mind. I don't mind at all! Although I haven't yet begun to physically make the change to Fall at my house like some of you, I've definitely begun the emotional mood swing. I guess that's pretty obvious from this tablescape inspiration board, huh? What about you? Did you feel your mood start to change as the ... Keep Reading...
