The Sunny Side of the Sun Porch

Thrifting with Reds

2012-02-15T15:50:00.000-06:00

MY Valentine present was, that I didn't have to cook, so I went
antiquing/thrifting yesterday. Found this red handled biscuit cutter for $.50 and the red topped jar, which I have been wanting (although it was $10)

I love my RED rooster towel holder.

Love polka dots. Found this small dish recently at TJ MAX

My Favorite find from yesterday was these two embroidered pillowcases for $15 for the pair.

I like them with my Yo Yo quilt in the "red" bedroom.

The pretty rose embroidered ones were from a yard sale. I Just love to find cute bargains!

These pretty strawberry placemats are a recent estate sale find. They were only $2 for 4 of them.

Thanks for stopping by, and I'm joining:
Leigh at Tales from Bloggeritaville for "Thrifty Thursday"
Suzanne at The Colorado Lady for "Vintage Thingy Thursday" and
Sue at It's A Very Cherry World for "REDNESDAY"

THANKS TO ALL THREE GIRLS FOR THESE WONDERFUL, FUN PARTIES.

Valentine Table A Little Late

2012-02-11T12:02:00.000-06:00

Hi, I hope everybody is getting ready for Valentine's Day on Tuesday.

I set my Valentine's Table in the Sunroom (I'm a little late for the Party)

I used my metal birdcage as a centerpiece, and the white doves fit in perfectly.

These two lovebirds fit right in with Valentine's Day.

See the Valentine cookies up there in the plate?

This is what happened to them after I took the pictures. hehehehehehe! Valentines cookies don't last long with a granddaughter around.

Lovebirds Tablescape

2012-02-02T10:30:00.000-06:00

Well, it's dark already. I'm running late in joining "Tablescape Thursday" at Susan's Between Naps on the Porch.

Here is my inspiration for this Valentine's Table.

I love the blue birds.

I wanted to use blues and reds, so my vintage tablecloth seem to fit right in.

I used a few blue touches. Love my blue teapot.

A few Valentine touches on the counter.

Do you like this combination better?

Thanks for stopping by and hop on over to Susan's for more.

Rednesday

2012-01-31T20:51:00.000-06:00

Don't you just love vintage valentines? I just ordered this one from Ebay and

can't wait to get it. It's SOOOO Retro.

It's signed "Guess Who?" I guess we will never know what nice husband

sent his wife such a sweet card.

Here's another adorable valentine. I wish I had that teapot.

I just LOVE this one, too.

Finally, I wanted to show you Peyton's Valentine box for school. It's "different" :)

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY TODAY. I'M JOINING SUE AT "REDNESDAY" TODAY.

I Finally Won Something!!

2012-01-31T20:10:00.000-06:00

Yes, I won this wonderful (very handy) book about organizing. I haven't read it
yet, but it's about not only decluttering your house, but also bad things we hold
on to like regrets.

Thank you, Betsy at The Little Red Hen at Home

Please visit her darling little blog. Even the look of the blog makes me happy. :)

WHEW!!

2012-01-27T11:32:00.002-06:00

WHEW!!! I tried to change my template, and had my blog all messed up. Hope it's fixed now. SCARY!

I was a busy bee yesterday. First my closet went from this......

To this

Much better. Now I can find my tennis shoes. :)

I experimented with cleaning my kitchen grout. Can you tell where I scrubbed, and can see the difference? I've got to tackle, that job today.

I cleaned top of my microwave. Goodbye sticky grease film.

Next will be the top of the fridge. Yeah, you know how that gets! Right? :)

Finally, while cleaning out my closet, I found some drawings my oldest son had made while in school
This one made me LAUGH. Ok! I admit, I WAS terrible at picking out "cool" clothes. hehehehehehe

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY THE "PORCH" I HOPE YOU HAVE A SUNNY DAY TODAY!

Red and Yellow Apples

2012-01-11T16:46:00.000-06:00

Today, I've set my little table in the kitchen, and I'm joining "Tablescape Thursday" at Susan's.

My sister gave me this cute, vintage pitcher and glasses set for Christmas, so naturally...........

I had to do a tablescape with them. I pulled out all my yellow and red (lucky for me, it had RED apples :)

My yellow napkin holder and s&p's fit right in.

I think it turned out right cute. Thanks for joining me today. It's cloudy and cold here in the South.

Happy Day After Christmas!

2011-12-26T17:47:00.001-06:00

Looks like Mrs. Claus is glad to have Santa safely home once again from his busiest day of the year.

I hope you all "survived" and had a wonderful Christmas, and I hope you are having a peaceful,restful day today.

Vintage Christmas Carol Book

2011-12-21T20:26:00.000-06:00

As a kid, I always remembered this beautiful picture of kids around a Christmas tree. I couldn't remember the source, but I started looking on Ebay and was amazed when I actually found it.

It's from this Christmas Carols book published by Whitman probably in the l950's. I LOVE Whitman art!

As a kid, I remember trying to decide which little girl was the prettiest....The blonde or

the brunette. :) Actually they are ALL adorable.

I'm joining Suzanne at The Colorado Lady for "Vintage Thingy Thursday" Thanks for stopping by.

Dear Santa

2011-12-21T19:09:00.002-06:00

Dear Santa, Please, please bring me this CUTE, red tea set for Christmas.

(Christmas Teas of Comfort and Joy)

Some red in the sunroom for this Christmas.

I love this Fitz and Floyd platter I found at Belk. I got it half price, too.

I found this book at the flea market. I mainly got it for it's cover, but it's got lots of craft ideas.

Some more reds in the sunroom.

I sure hope you have everything almost done and can sit back and relax. I have one more gift to wrap.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY BLOGGY FRIENDS!

I'm joining Sue for REDNESDAY.

That “Gingerbread Feeling”

2011-12-14T17:27:00.001-06:00

I have reset the little, red table in the sunroom with my Gingerbread tablescape.

The gingerbread wreath, and the gingerbread garland were recent (really cheap finds - .25 a piece.

They fit in perfectly with the gingerbread tablescape I was already planning. Gingerbread utensil holders are from Cracker Barrel this year.

I fell in love with this guy when I first saw him on "Kristen's" blog. I searched til I found him.

Thanks for stopping by, and join Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for great tablescapes!

Adirondack Christmas

2011-12-07T16:33:00.006-06:00

I have always loved the "adirondack" look, so I used this for Susan's "Tablescape Thursday"

Doesn't that pine cone look delicious? Yum! :)

The lodge plate was a gift from friend last year. Click here to see that post I did with that

I borrowed the red shades from the kitchen.Someday I'm getting rid of that ugly chandy,

Thanks for stopping by on this very cloudy,cold day. I loved having you as always!

My Christmas Mantle

2011-12-06T16:10:00.003-06:00

I hope I'm not too late to join the party at "Uncommon Slice of Suburbia"

My Christmas mantel for this year.

I'm using a lot of my vintage stuff. Love my old Santas.

How wonderful to get to see all the pretty decorations. Thanks, for this party!
Go here for more: My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia"

Christmas Reds

2011-12-06T15:35:00.004-06:00

Hello! Christmas is a great time for REDS! These are my mom’s vintage, l930’s ice skates. I just love them.

I found these cute red trees at Target this year.

This red star door decoration was a gift last year. Right up my alley.

A wonderful vintage, thrifty find this year. Love the Christmas scene.

Another thrifty find at the flea market. Had to have this when I saw it.

Look at these vintage, tin plates. Love them, too!

I ordered these cute Santa mugs from a fund raiser.

I think I feel a Christmas Tablescape coming.

HAPPY REDNESDAY

It's a Very Cherry World - The link to Sue's Party

Also joining Leigh at Tales from Bloggeritaville for "Thrifty Thursday"

Also linking to Mary "Share the Love Wednesday"

Yahoo!Time for Debbiedoo’s Christmas Copycat Party!

2011-12-04T17:34:00.003-06:00

What a fun party, Debbie!

Here's my inspiration for my copycat tablescape.

I already had the perfect table, so, of course, I chose this picture.

And ya'll know how I love RED.

I didn't have the Christmas plates, so I did the best I could.

I would love the have a Christmas tree in the sunroom to go with the table, too.

Thanks for stopping by, and here's the link to Debbiedoo's PARTY.

2011-11-27T15:30:00.002-06:00

HEY! WHERE'D EVERYBODY GO?

Time to put up the Fall. Does your house look like this, too I'm just beginning to gather mine up.

On to the wonderful Christmas decorating. :) Yay!

HOPE EVERYBODY HAD A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING!

I'm Hooked

2011-11-10T16:35:00.006-06:00

Yes! I'm hooked on Red Hots. Really hooked. Wanna see my stash?

Here it is. I keep them in my vintage looking Flour cannister.

I'm also hooked on Crossword Puzzles!

Every night, you'll find me sitting in my favorite chair,

eating a big handful of Red Hots and working my crosswords.

Sadly, I'm admitting this is taking away from my Blog time. :(

Miss Dollhouse is still waiting patiently for new wallpaper, etc. in the kitchen.
I WILL TRY TO DO BETTER.

P.S. For a while, I was hooked on M&M's instead of Red Hots, and I was wondering,

is it better to eat 60 calories of Red Hots with no fat than it is to eat 60 calories of M&M's which do have fat.

I am also hooked on McDonald's coffee, but I don't have to have that every day. :)

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY TODAY!

A Quick Belated Halloween Post

2011-11-06T14:09:00.005-06:00

My son loves to go all out for Halloween. What's that in the mailbox? Spooky!

He made this sign to hang on the mailbox.

This is what it really is, but in the dark, all you can see is the eyes..........

And it vibrates. All the kids really enjoyed it.

He made that ghost that floats back and forth.

and he built the Pumpkin Head guy and the tombstone.

(Peyton and Jamie)

I love the tombstone saying.

Here's me as a Pan Am stewardess (Love that show), and friend,Gloria by the fireplace.

I would have liked this picture of me had I not
been talking right when she snapped it.
HOPE YOURS WAS AS FUN AS MINE WAS!

Halloween Table on the Porch

2011-10-26T19:49:00.003-05:00

Hey! Let's set the Halloween table in the sunroom today.

Our little table in there is the perfect setting.

I wanted to go "cutsie" this year instead of scary. (I was inspired by the cute black kitty)
A touch of whimsy from last year's black roses.

Witch Hat napkin rings and placemats (Dillard's) are from last year, too.

Candy corn bowls from Dollar General. Napkins from last year, too.

Time for the candles.

THANKS FOR VISITING ME TODAY, AND PLEASE JOIN SUSAN FOR TABLESCAPE THURSDAY FOR WONDERFUL TABLES!

Newport, RI

2011-10-18T13:00:00.005-05:00

We stayed at the "Yankee Peddler Inn",an old house circa 1800's.

I had Room #9 all to myself,which I loved only it was supposed to be haunted. No encounters for me, thank goodness.

.Would you have stayed in THIS room????

This was the cozy,downstairs breakfast area.

Loved it!

View from one of the marinas at Newport. It's such a beautiful place. No wonder the rich used it for their summer periods.

How'd you like to have this for your backyard view? (View from one of the huge mansions at Newport)

View of light house from ferry to Martha's Vineyard.

It's so pretty there.

I loved this yellow house.

Beautiful fall flowers.

Closeup of lighthouse.

Sunset on Martha's Vineyard

A very STRANGE/SCARY Fountain

I'm joining Susan at A Southern Daydreamer for "Outdoor Wednesday"

Outside Decoration for Fall

2011-10-17T14:54:00.003-05:00

Hi,bloggy friends. Here's my front door!

I love this basket of mums from Walmart.Looks like metal,but it's plastic.

My fall wreath. A gift from best friend, Gloria.

I've had this sign for years, but I love it.

Oh! I see four little feet hiding behind it.

It's my two g'daughters having fun helping me decorate.

Jamie found a leaf that looks like BIG HALLOWEEN LIPS!
HOPE EVERYBODY IS HAVING A WONDERFUL FALL!

Pink Houses of Martha’s Vineyard

2011-10-14T14:54:00.009-05:00

Hi! Here we are (I'm 2nd from right) starting out on our fun trip to Newport, RI

NOTE: I don't know why my pics are so far apart. My efforts to fix the problem have not worked.
SORRY!

Martha's Vineyard had adorable summer cottages! I wanted to show you some o f the PINK ones.

The flowers were still beautiful, too.

Love this pink courtyard

This house had a REALLY pink porch!

I loved the pink polka dotted flower pots.

Maybe a bit too much on this porch. :)

Wonderful gingerbread work.

This last house wasn't on Martha's Vineyard, but I loved it too. I don't like the shrub hiding it though Alas! All good things must come to an end. Sunset On Martha's Vineyard.

I'm linking to "Pink Saturday" over at Beverly's. More wonderful Pinks over there!

Some Fall Decorating

2011-09-29T15:43:00.008-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Today, I'm showing some of my fall decorating.
Little bench in the entry way.

I went very minimal on the LR mantle this year.

Fall bouquet on sofa table.

View from LR into Sunroom

Sunroom

Dining Room

I found this picture recently for a real bargain.

I love the fall colors and want to shop there. :)

Love my fall bird plates.

That's it so far. I haven't done the outside of the house yet.

Thanks for stopping by the Sunporch today!

I'm joining Suzanne for Vintage Thingy Thursday

and

Diann for Thrifty Thing Friday

and

Thrifty Thursday at Leigh's

Fall White Tablescape

2011-09-14T15:34:00.018-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Last year, I fell in love with all of your fall "whites".

So, I was inspired to do this tablescape.

The "Gollum" dinnerware was perfect. I used my black, wire chargers,and my "fancy" tablewear.

I was also inspired by a recent magazine article, which you will see below.

I tried to match the hutch with the "white" theme, too.

My chandy needs more "sprigs", but that is all "JoAnn" had. :(

Just ignore that crooked candle. :)

Okay, so here's my inspiration tablescape. I was going to add white pumpkins (but couldn't find any yet)

The article is in the current issue of "Southern Lady".

Thanks so much for visiting me, and I'm joining Susan's "Tablescape Thursday" and I hope I'm not too late to join Debbie Doos "Copy Cat Magazine" party.

Some Fall Decorating Ideas

2011-09-12T12:46:00.005-05:00

Recently, while visiting my friend in Indiana, I got to attend one of the Homemakers meetings, of which she is president. I wanted to share some of the table decorations.

While this looks like it's painted, it's actually just a piece of material framed in a rustic frame.I loved this as their centerpiece for the serving table.

Some of the simple, yet cute table decorations.

A display near the speaker's platform.

Simple, yet so "fally"

At each table, there were these cute, handmade bags.

They were door prizes, and guess what........I won one. Hooray!

Here's mine.

Love the detail she put into it.

THANKS FOR VISITING ME, AND HAVE A "SUNNY" DAY! :)

Recent Red Spottings

2011-08-31T10:41:00.006-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Isn't this RED mailbox adorable? I spotted it recently in Indiana.

This was a Dixieland band that played at the Swiss Wine Festival in Vevay, Indiana. I liked the red vests.

Loved this statue, even though the RED geraniums have about had it.

A cute fall display found while "antiquing". I bought some of the items on this display.

Cute RED rooster lamp at same shop.

I'm joining Sue for REDNESDAY
See beautiful REDS Here. Thanks, Sue

Cute Rooster Mantel and Misc.

2011-08-07T18:15:00.012-05:00

Hi, bloggy friends. I'm joining Shelia at Note Songs for her fun "Roosters & Chickens" Party!

On my recent trip to Ohio, we ate at this restaurant. I loved the "Rooster" mantle.

It was decorated for Spring/Summer here, but with this great picture, couldn't you see it for Fall? I'd love to have this picture for Fall decorating.

My "Rooster" Calendar

I actually use this picture on every month of my calendar because it "fits" me so much.

I love my "Rooster" pictures

These were originally from Walmart (I think)

Soup tureen, a thrifty find.

I love this refrig magnet. It reminds me every day to be thankful.

See you over at Shelia's for all the fun!

Pretty Blue Things

2011-08-07T17:02:00.017-05:00

Hello, gang! Today I wanted to share some pretty blue things I have recently seen while shopping or looking at mags.

A PRETTY DISPLAY OF COBALT DISHES

CUTE BLUE AND WHITE SETTING

I KINDA WISH I HAD BOUGHT THE TWO BLUE ROOSTERS.

You've heard me mention the "flea market" where I find lots of stuff. This was one of the displays there.

It's what actually inspired me to do the dr in blue.

These "Doughboy" cannisters would be darling in somebody's kitchen!

Pretty BLUE bathroom.
(Sorry, I don't remember the source to give it credit)

This pretty blue and yellow sunroom was in one of my decorating books.

Pretty blue and yellow setting. Don't you love the mirror?

I'll be joining Sally for Blue Monday today, and hoping she will soon be back with us.

My new "old" shelf

2011-07-24T16:46:00.003-05:00

I'm joining Susan's fun "Met Monday" Party at "Between Naps on the Porch"

I had a blank space above the high chair that needed something.

I found this cute old shelf on my recent trip to Ohio and grabbed it.

I think it was just what I needed. I'm very happy with it.

Thanks for stopping by the "Porch" today, and have a SUNNY day :)

Pink Wedding

2011-07-22T16:21:00.008-05:00

I have always loved paper dolls, and "The Pink Wedding" is one of my favs.

I recently go to attend a wedding in Ohio that was so much fun.
The colors were black and hot pink. It was really pretty.

The candy bar was amazing. I didn't know there was so much "pink" candy out there.

The colors in this picture do not do it justice. It was really pretty.

I loved this simple idea for a centerpiece. (I plan to steal it someday. :)

My place and name tag.

I liked this idea of the lights under the table, too.

Here's the pink carriage waiting for the bride and groom.

Isn't she pretty? I loved her bouquet.

Now hop on over the Beverly's for more "Pink Saturday"

From Red to Blue in DR

2011-07-17T20:04:00.005-05:00

It's time for "Blue Monday" at Smiling Sally's and

"Met Monday" at Susan's "Between Naps on the Porch" Hooray!

Here's my DR in red for my "Lady Bug" tablescape.

And here it is in blue using my Blue Willow dishes.

It's a nice change.

Those cute blue shades were reduced from $5 each to $3, so I grabbed them quick.

It's nice to be back from the wedding trip. I hope I didn't miss Too much "cute" stuff.

HAVE A SUNNY DAY!

Off For A Few Days

2011-07-07T23:03:00.003-05:00

Hi, Bloggy Friends. I'm off on another short adventure tomorrow, (gotta catch a plane at 6 am)
I will sure miss all the wonderful posts. I enjoy them so much. Be back soon.

Magazine Copy Cat

2011-07-01T14:13:00.004-05:00

Hi, Debbie! I'm joining your Magazine Copy Cat Challenge today! What a fun idea, because I have always loved to do this myself.

Here's the little country corner I attempted to copy today.

Luckily, I already had the ukelele.

I wasn't able to copy the cute stencil, but I did have some grapevine.

And, boy! It is NOT easy to work with.

(Is there an easier way I don't know about, I wonder)

Here's a picture I copied in an earlier post.

And here's a table I just loved and copied, too.

Thanks for such a fun party!

See more fun pictures at Debbiedoo's!

Fun "Achievement Day"

2011-06-19T16:28:00.004-05:00

I recently visited my friend, who is preisident of her "Homemakers" club, and I was able to go to their "Achievement Day" The theme was hats. That cute little pin cushion "hat" was a door prize I got to take home.

The colors were purple and YELLOW, and all the ladies wore hats.

Aren't hats fun? I wish we still wore them.

My friend wore several different(CRAZY) hats and kept us laughing all day.

There was a contest for "Best Centerpiece"

Each club had their own table.

Here was ours, which didn't win.

WHAT? Fred Astaire! Top Hat! How original is that????? hehehehe

A lady gave a talk about hats and how they have changed through the years.

Very interesting. She even let us try on the hats.

My favorite was this BLUE bonnet.

She also showed us some other pretty things we ladies used to wear.

I even got to be in the group picture.

(Front row 4th from left)

THANKS FOR VISITING ME TODAY!

I'm linking up to Sally's "Blue Monday" and

"Mellow Yellow Monday"

A Cool Afternoon Snack

2011-06-15T16:33:00.007-05:00

Whew! It's hot! Time to cool off. Table is set in the kitchen.

My inspiration was this recent vintage tablecloth find.

These lemon plates were at Walmart. We are having finger sandwiches,

apple slices............

fresh blueberries, and

A big ole pitcher of ice cold lemonade.

I love this pitcher from Walmart. EVERYTHING just looks so good in it.

Flowers are in my "Cream" jug, and the glasses were a flea market find.

Thanks for taking time to join me today.

I'm joining Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for "Tablescape Thursday"

and Leigh at Tales from Bloggeritaville for "Thrifty Thursday"

and Suzanne at The Colorado Lady for "Vintage Thingy Thursday"

A Clever Idea

2011-06-14T18:57:00.005-05:00

I came across this arbor, and thought it was a great idea.

The arbor is made from two old doors. What a great way to recycle! And I can think of several different ways to use this idea.

I'm joining Susan for Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer. Thanks, Susan, and thanks for visiting me today.

The Stream Cliff Tearoom

2011-06-13T15:07:00.014-05:00

Hi! Let's go visit The Stream Cliff Tearoom today. What beautiful geraniums!

Ooh! Wanna eat outside? That's a cute table on the porch over there!

What a cute mural somebody painted on the wall.

Let's sit over by the fireplace!

Oh my! I think I'll have THAT dessert!

Time to look in the gift shop.

I want it all!

Pretty Pinks!

DROOL!

So many flowers for sale.

I love those pink roses.

Roses everywhere.

Cute humming bird hanging basket.

Didn't we have fun! I'll definitely visit again!

HAVE A SUNNY DAY!

So many wonderful tea parties today. Thank you, hostesses. I'm linking to:

Tea Time Tuesday at Lady Katherine's Tea Party

TeaCup Tuesday at Martha's FavoritesTeatime Tuesday at Rose Chintz Cottage

Teapot and Tea Things Tuesday at A Breath of Fresh Air

I Love Quilts

2011-06-12T13:09:00.008-05:00

HELLO, BLOGGY FRIENDS. I LOVE QUILTS, ESPECIALLY OLD ONES.

I was very lucky to find this beautiful blue quilt on Ebay. It's in wonderful shape for its age.

My RED yo yo quilt (not old)

I love Wedding Ring quilts and was lucky also to find this at an antique show.

(not a very good pic)

A RECENT QUILT SHOW

These were a few of my favs at the quilt show.

Isn't it pretty in pink?

You know I am loving this red and white quilt!

The Dresden Plate pattern is one of my favorites.

How I Love this red, green and white quilt.

Wonderful for Christmas!

This last quilt was amazing.

It took this person almost three years to complete it.

A close up of the detail. He used computer pixels to show him where the colors would go.

THANKS FOR JOINING ME TODAY. HAVE A SUNNY DAY!

I'm joining "Blue Monday" at Smiling Sally's today. Thanks, Sally!

IT’S REDNESDAY!

2011-06-07T12:53:00.006-05:00

I'm joining Sue at "It's A Very Cherry World" for "REDNESDAY" today. Join her for more fabulous REDS. Thanks, Sue!

Beautiful poppies growning in my friend's front yard.

Cute red sign at an antique store.

Red roses in the Rain

Odds and Ends around the Kitchen

Cherry towels in the washroom.

THANKS FOR JOINING ME TODAY. AND

HAVE A SUNNY DAY!

I'm also joining Susan for Outdoor Wednesday at "A Southern Daydreamer" . Thanks,Susan!

Misc. Pinks

2011-06-03T20:10:00.008-05:00

I'm joining Beverly for "Pink Saturday" at How Sweet the Sound"

Today, I'm showing misc. PINKS I've recently snapped along the way.

Pretty pink dishes for sale. Love the tablecloth.

A cute, pink desk. This would be so cute in a little girl's room

Mantle in a tea room I recently visited.

I loved this lady in her "PINKS", and asked if I could take her pic.

and finally, (I have to brag on my granddaughter a little) So proud of her for winning her age division in a recent art fair.

ABSTRACT BIRD IN A NEST.

Can you see it?

HAPPY PINK SATURDAY, FRIENDS!

Home Alamode . Com

2011-05-31T17:12:00.003-05:00

After seeing this adorable tablecloth in the July/August 2010 issue of "Country Living",

I went to the website to order it.

I found it here at homealamode.com, and it was only $24.99. It comes with the red and yellow buttons so you can play checkers on it.

I also found these cute coasters, that I just had to have. I liked this website, and wanted to share it with you.

Is it allowed to have two "Rednesday" posts on the same day? :)

Cute Little Shop

2011-05-31T13:25:00.002-05:00

Hello, everybody. This was a little shop in downtown Madison, Indiana. I even loved it from the outside because of all the red.

Love the red geraniums! I wonder how much she wanted for that cute deacon's bench.

Geraniums in old wash tubs.

This was her window display. I wanted that "Laundry" clothespin holder so bad, but it wasn't for sale.

I'm joining Sue for "Rednesday". Join her for more fab reds.

Back from Vacation

2011-05-26T00:17:00.003-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. I have been away, and I'm behind on my replies and emails. Hope everybody is safe from the terrible storms we've all been having.
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Blue Willow

2011-05-11T19:41:00.000-05:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends. Today we are having dinner in the sunroom.

I've set a very simple table tonight using my Blue Willow dishes.

I'm using hydrangeas for the centerpiece along with my Blue Willow candle holders.

This one is dried from last year. I can't believe how blue it still is.

I added a few blue accessories here and there.

We'll start out with salad (a favorite part of the meal for me)

Then, we'll have a rib eye steak with all the trimmings. Yumm!

Thanks for joining me, and I'm joining "Tablescape Thursday" over at Susan's Between Naps on the Porch. Click the link to join the party.

What a Grouch!

2011-04-24T15:47:00.004-05:00

Hi, everybody. Look what I had to look at this morning when I was making my cereal.

LOL! I just wanted to share it. He shouldn't be so grouchy on this

beautiful Easter morning because............

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL MY BLOGGY FRIENDS.

It's Almost here.....

2011-04-22T16:08:00.006-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. The Easter Bunny and his friends are smiling .

because they know Easter is almost here.

Are you ready?

Have you got your eggs dyed?

Got your Easter bonnet?

Remember when we used to wear our hats and gloves for Easter? I miss that.

Got your house all decorated?

Beautiful petunias are from a local

nursery.

(I just plopped them in my urns :)

A LITTLE EASTER HUMOR

I'm linking up to Beverly's "How Sweet the Sound" today. Visit her for a special

"Pink Saturday".

Getting Ready for Easter

2011-04-20T19:34:00.006-05:00

I'm getting my table ready for Easter Sunday and joining Susan's Between Naps on the Porch for

"Tablescape Thursday".

I'm always amazed at the beautiful ideas you all come up with. See other great tables at Susan's.

I've set my table in the dining room, as I am expecting the "whole gang", Plus. :)

I'm using a bouquet of pink roses from my yard for the centerpiece.
I wanted to set a simple table for them, so I used a plain glass vase, and glass candle holders.

They smell so good, but I can't take credit for them. They were here when I moved in.

I'm using my thrifty cabbage plates and bowls today.

I'm using pink rose napkins (also a thrifty find) and my "fancy"

flatware.

I was lucky to find this matching salad serving set at T J Maxx.

I love the detail.

Candle light time.

Thanks for joining me today, I love it when you visit. :)

Yellow Polka Dot Bikini

2011-04-11T12:04:00.006-05:00

I'm joining Mellow Yellow Monday today.

I just had to show you my granddaughter in her yellow bikini.

As you can tell from the picture, she's a real "ham" when it comes to the camera.

Here's my yellow napkin holder I got for $1.00.

My little Yellow birds.

THANKS FOR STOPPNG BY, AND HAVE A SUNNY DAY.

Lady Bug, lady bug..............

2011-04-06T13:19:00.007-05:00

I'm joining Susan's "Tablescape Thursday" over at Between Naps on the Porch. Thanks,Susan!

Welcome to the dining room and my lady bug tablescape.

Lady bugs here..............

Lady bugs there.................

Lady bugs everywhere.

I took some lady bug buttons and tied them onto my yellow napkin rings with red rick rack.

I am really loving my new "bargain" hutch. So glad I got it. Lots of storage, too.

I wish you could have seen the mess I made while pouring the orange juice. I got it all over my hat. Oops!

Thanks for joining me, and have a "Sunny" day!

Happy Pink Saturday

2011-04-01T17:34:00.006-05:00

Hi, Bloggy Friends, Just sharing a few of my pinks with you today at Beverly's Pink Saturday.

I found this pretty table scarf today for only $7.00.

Someone sure worked a long time on it for $7.00.

My pink platter.

I had put this in the Salvation Army donation box. What was I thinking???

Old talc tin. An Ebay find.

I'm sure enjoying my sunroom in pink.

Thanks for stopping by today. Join all the fun at "How Sweet The Sound" for more PINK fun.

The Little Red House

2011-03-22T15:26:00.001-05:00

Today is Rednesday at Sue’s “It’s A Very Cherry World” I wanted to show this red house.

Do you think this person loves red? Red roof, red shutters, red porch swing, red sign, even a red boat.

There's also a small wishing well with the same red roof.

I think this house is cute. :) Definitely a "Rednesday" person lives here.

Here's my new red camera. (taken in mirror, so it’s backwards) I didn't plan on getting red, but this model had been discontinued and the "only color they had left was red" Lucky me. :)

Happy Rednesday!

P.S. This is my first post using Live Writer, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed.

Sunroom Decorated for Spring

2011-03-20T20:10:00.006-05:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends. I'm joining "Met Monday" at Susan's "Between Naps on the Porch"

Here's my sunroom decorated for Valentines Day. I needed to change it to Spring.

Ta Dah!

Having slipcovers helps me to change the colors and look easily.

I wanted to go with softer pastels of pink, blues and greens for Spring.

I added some Spring accessories here and there.

My forsythia is blooming in the back yard.

I had to get rid of the red in my table.

So I put a tablecloth over it.

I love this little sheer tablecloth. It was a recent "antiquing" find.

Quite a difference a few things can make.

My faux fireplace.

Not much you can do to make a HD TV look shabby chic. :)

Thanks for stopping by The Sunny Side today!

I'm also joining Cielo's "Show Off Your Cottage Monday"

Happy Pink Saturday!

2011-03-18T18:03:00.007-05:00

It's time for Pink Saturday over at Beverly's How Sweet The Sound. Join the party for lots of fun.

I'm sharing some of my pink, thrifty finds today. I got all the salad plates and bowls for a ridiculous price. Just right for Spring/Easter decorating.

My white planter in the sunroom.

I found this little item yesterday, and I love it. Somebody just glued a pretty plate to the top of the figurine. Pretty clever.

Love my Hershey's Box

Here's my new welcome mat found recently at Dollar General.

Chenille Bunny Pillow

Here's the bathroom of my doll house.

I made the bedspread out of some spare material I had.

Here's a close up of the miniature hatbox and all it's treasures.

Found in on Etsy.

Happy Coming of Spring to All of You!!

D

I'm also linking up to "Junkin Finds Friday" over at Linda's Ala Carte.

Spring Will Always Come

2011-03-14T11:04:00.007-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Today, I'm joining Sally for "Blue Monday" at Smiling Sally.

Spring has almost come, just as it does every year. My sister gave me this picture for Christmas. I love it. But when I opened it, I cried, because it has a special meaning for both of us.

Whenever we were having "down" days or hard times, Daddy would always tell us. "Patience. Wait......Spring will come again." Daddy's way of saying "This too shall pass"............and it always did and still does.

So now I have this beautiful picture to not only to enjoy, but to remind me that my sad days will soon pass.

Here's hoping you are having a happy day, but if you are not, remember "Spring will always Come. :)

P.S. I killed my camera because I let it get wet. :( Hoping my new one will arrive soon.

Happy Rednesday!

2011-03-09T13:47:00.008-06:00

It's time for "REDNESDAY" at Sue's "It's A Very Cherry World" Hooray!

So, as you know, I do love red, and I thought I'd show you some of my kitchen gadgets I love.

This old timey potato masher is so great for mixing my cornbread dressing together. I always use it for that.

This batter bowl is great for making pancakes or cakes. The spout is really handy.

I found this picnic basket for a steal recently. Doesn't it remind you of "The Wizard of Oz"?

I washed the gingham lining, and now I need to polish it up a bit.

I love my "setting" hen. Another recent thrifty find.

This cake tin isn't old, but I do like the look.

And finally, this is for you, Sue. I found this older pic of Jamie when she was a baby.

A cute, cherry outfit. :)

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY, FRIENDS

I'm also linking to to Leigh's "Thrifty Thursday" at Tales From Bloggeritaville.

Outdoor Wednesday

2011-03-01T17:51:00.004-06:00

Today, I'm joining "Outdoor Wednesday" at A Southern Daydreamer and "White Wednesday" at Faded Charm.

I wanted to show you my beautiful pear tree in full bloom.

I love this tree! It's so pretty in the Spring. Gives me wonderful shade in summer, and

beautiful colors in the Fall.

Seems like it bloomed like this overnight. :)

When it comes to plants, I have NO green thumb. Here's my lily plant which, so far, I haven't killed.

But look........it has a BLOOM starting on it. (and It NEVER blooms!)

I'm so excited about this! :)

Soon it will be a pretty WHITE bloom.

Thanks for stopping by. It's been a very busy passed two weeks, and I need to catch up with all the wonderful posts I've missed.

LR Wall Before and After

2011-02-21T14:51:00.007-06:00

Time for Met Monday at Susan's Between Naps on the Porch. :)

(SORRY ABOUT MY FIRST ATTEMPT AT POSTING THIS)
Here's my blank LR wall that desperately needed something.

First, I added this small table. It helped, but I needed something up top.

Here's my finished wall. I think it's much better.

It's really hard to figure out how to space things evenly in regards to each other isn't it?

(several "oops" holes in the wall)

I took my "placement" inspiration from Phyllis at " AROUND THE HOUSE".

I love her blog, and her house is beautiful. I sure hope she doesn't mind.
(By the way, if anybody get ideas from my blog, I consider it a great compliment :)

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY TODAY!

Visit Susan to see all the great makeovers!

Goodbye..................

2011-02-18T13:53:00.007-06:00

DUST BUNNIES.....

UNDER THE CHAIRS

GOODBYE, SPIDER WEB......................

IN THE CORNER..........................

GOODBYE, COB WEB...............................

ON THE CEILING

GOODBYE, SPOT......................

ON THE FLOOR

GOODBYE, DIRT........................

GOODBYE, CLUTTER.....................

HELLO, CLEAN SUNROOM :) :) :)!!!!!!!!

TIME FOR SPRING CLEANING, BLOGGY FRIENDS!

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY FROM.........

2011-02-14T13:15:00.007-06:00

The Sun Porch and................

CUPID!

I hope you all have a wonderful one!

HAPPY VALLENTINES DAY!

70's Disco Birthday Party

2011-02-12T00:51:00.004-06:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends! I went to a friend's 50'th birthday party tonight and "got down tonight"

That cake was delicious. First time I've ever tasted fondant. It was good.

Elvis even made an appearance.

WHAT FUN!

Valentines for 2011

2011-02-09T17:00:00.004-06:00

Hello Bloggy Friends.Time for Susan's Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch.

The table is set up in the sun room.

on my vintage metal table.

I'm using my new bowls (TJ Maxx) as part of the place setting.

Love the flowers inside.

I'm reusing some of my stuff from last year.

just in a different way.

This year, I made a complete bouquet out of my fabric roses from Cracker Barrel.

The "cupcakes" were from there, too. (after Valentine's sale)

It's been cloudy all day, and even supposed to snow. So I lit the candles early. :)

Thanks for stopping by. I loved having you! Now on to Susan's for more wonderful tables.

Red Fabulous Red

2011-02-06T16:52:00.007-06:00

It's time for "Rednesday" again over at Sue's "It's A Very Cherry World" Thanks, Sue, for hosting.

I was excited to find this RED, retro looking high chair. I paid only $16! and it's in perfect condition. New, they are priced at $100.

I love that you can use it as a step stool, too. Goes great in my RED kitchen. :)

These bowls are a great find at TJ MAX. When I saw them, I had to have them.

Love the flowers inside.
(Look for these in my Thursday Tablescape)

I repainted these two birdhouses.

This was my favorite find this week, a vintage BHG Cookbook. $5!

I have a mini one in my doll house kitchen. :)

> And lastly, here's my dear, sweet Mom in her RED sweater. She's 94.

Thanks for visiting me, and for all your input about the size of the pics.

I think it was about 50/50. So, I think I'm going with the smaller size so it won't take so long to load. :)

D

I'm also joining Leigh's Thrifty Thursday at Tales from Bloggeritaville. Thanks, Leigh.

My Love of Cherubs

2011-02-06T14:48:00.008-06:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends. I picked up this little cherub figure yesterday for only $1. Then I began to realize how many of these cute little fellows I have around my house.

There's my cherub lamp (also a great find). I spray painted it white.

I love this little, cherub bowl. He's blowing a kiss.

Cherubs just scream "Valentines Day" don't they?

I love this picture of the cherub teaching the bluebirds to sing.

(Sorry about the glare)

I have cherub bookends.

I even have cherubs guarding my towel rack. hehehehehe

QUESTION:

Do you prefer the smaller or larger pics?

Which is easiest for you to see?

Do you see the complete pic of the larger ones or is it cut off?

Thanks for joining me today, and thanks for the input.

Birdhouse Before and After

2011-02-06T13:57:00.006-06:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends, I'm joining Susan today for "Met Monday" Please visit her for more.

I had two ornamental birdhouses that really were blah or didn't fit my decor..............so

I decided to paint them red (of course :), and think they turned out pretty good.

Mr. and Mrs. Dove are in the market for some new digs, so welcome to "Bird House Hunters"

House #1 is larger, and Mr. Dove is partial to it. "Look, honey! It even has a "man cave"

But Mrs. Dove is liking house #2 because "It's so cute and cozy!" So.......

WHICH ONE DID THEY CHOOSE?..........

They chose....................................

(insert cheesy music here)

House #2 because Mr. Dove is such a gentleman and let Mrs. Dove have her way. :)

Thanks for visiting me today. I loved having you!

Lace Socks

2011-01-21T13:05:00.010-06:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Thanks for all the sweet comments on my "pretend" ski trip post.

Some of you mentioned my lace topped socks. I've had these for years, but I ALWAYS get compliments when I wear them.

So here's where you can get some of your own, if you're interested:

Victorian Trading Company Just type in "socks"

Not TOO very expensive. Some are $19.95 and some are $9.95. Very soft and warm, too.

If you are not familiar with "Victorian Trading Company", they have beautiful stuff. They have a free catalog, too. :)

Let's Pretend

2011-01-19T15:35:00.006-06:00

I've always dreamed of going on a ski vacation to some beautiful, snowy resort lodge. So today,
I've packed my bags and skis for a "pretend" trip! Come along with me, bloggy friends!!

Ah! Here's our lodge. Isn't it beautiful! I hope I get that upper room on the left with the dormer window! Love those RED trimmed windows!

We have just checked in this morning, and now it's time for a yummy breakfast. Let's get that table over there, OK?

I'm having blueberry pancakes with real maple syrup and steaming hot coffee! What will you have?

What a great view we have from this table by the window! Oh, look! There's a reindeer out there. :)

Dinnerware was a gift from friend, Gloria for Christmas. I love it so much. It came from Kohl's.

It's made by St. Nicholas square "Snow Valley"

The plate in the background is also by them....." Heartland"

Well, lots of snow out there. Let's hit the slopes!!!

Later, we can sit by the blazing,crackling fireplace, kick our feet up, and......

have some hot, Alpine cider. A perfect ending for a perfect "pretend" day. :)

I'm joining Susan at Between Naps on the Porch for her fun "Tablescape Thursday"

and

Sue at It's A Very Cherry World for "Rednesday"

Thanks for joining me today!

Win $1,000,000. with Pillsbury

2011-01-18T15:41:00.005-06:00

Hello, Bloggy friends! It's time once again for the 45th Pillsbury Cookoff Contest. I received my newsletter a few days ago. All you have to do is enter an original recipe and send it on. With all the wonderful cooks on the blogs, I know you must have some recipes to send in. The contest is not til March 2012, but you need to send your recipes in beginning now.

My friend, Lisa entered her recipe and was chosen as one of the 100 finalists. She didn't win, but it was fun getting to go to the competition and all the events they planned. Here's the link http://www.pillsbury.com/. You'll see the contest rules there.

I'm sure going to enter! Hope you do too!

Breakfast after Christmas Table

2011-01-05T19:24:00.006-06:00

Time for Tablescape Thursday at Susan's Between Naps on the Porch. Visit her for more great tables.

Here are my flowers that my sister sent me for my birthday.

I decided to use them for my "Breakfast after Christmas" table centerpiece.

The tablecloth is really a piece of material I bought from Cyndy at "Cynthia's Cottage Design"

I love her blog. Check it out if you've never visited her.

Coffee in my red coffee pot.

Cream or Sugar?

This seems to be a "chicken" themed table.

The flowers are starting to fade. :(

Thanks for stopping by today. I really appreciated it.

Sunroom Mantle Before and After

2011-01-02T17:34:00.009-06:00

Hello, Bloggy Friends. I hope you are starting the New Year out right. Yesterday, I didn't do so good.......the first thing I ate for the new year was a piece of fried bacon. :) Today, I've done much better, and I'm joining the "Met Monday" party at Susan's. Go here to visit her.

I found this mantle at the local flea market.

It was in pretty bad shape, and very nasty and dirty.

Here it is now. I cleaned it up, and my contractor caulked and painted it for me.

I bought the wood embellishment for it at Lowes. It helped a lot.

I wanted a flat screened tv, and I needed a little extra heat, so this is the finished product.

I am very happy with it. HD tv is the ONLY way to go, friends!

When I added the sun room, my contractor put some shelves in this empty space. While I loved the shelves, I really needed the storage space more, so I had him add some doors to hide the clutter.

Much better!

Thanks for stopping by! My NY's resolution is to get rid of some of the "stuff" I don't need!

I'm running out of room. :)

Snowman Christmas Table

2010-12-15T10:56:00.010-06:00

Time for Tablescape Thursday at Susan's Between Naps on the Porch. Hooray!

My Snowman Tablescape

Snowman was a present from my friend, Gloria many years ago.

Snowman napkins, an "after Christmas" sale last year.

Salad plates, a Thrift Store find.

New sage colored shades for the shandy.

And here's my new "old" hutch. A wonderful price of $150 reduced from $400 at an estate sale!

Love it, and it matches my table really good, I think.

Mom's vintage Hazel Atlas goblets

Candlelight View

Here's a view of the dining room from the kitchen. I "borrowed" the red curtains from one of my bedrooms. :) The green hutch was moved into the kitchen, where it really belongs anyway.

Here's the same table before I "tweaked" it. I just didn't like the red table cloth.

Thanks for stopping by! Can't wait to see all the beautiful tables at Susan's!

I'm Dreaming of a RED Christmas

2010-12-14T19:15:00.011-06:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. I feel like I've missed several parties already, so I'm linking up to a few tonight. Please see the links to these wonderful, fun parties below.

Living Room

My new lamp I got from Sturbridge Yankee Workshop. Kinda expensive, but I waited since last year to get it, and I DID get free shipping. :) Isn't she cute and vintage looking?

The mantle this year.

I loved and ordered this picture because it says "grandmother". Most use "grandma", so I was excited to find this.

Mom's vintage goblets dressed for Christmas.

My NEW "old" hutch. I got this for a STEAL at $150, reduced from $400 at an estate sale. It matches my table exactly.

My Christmas Plates

And, finally, the kitchen.

I moved the green hutch into the kitchen. I think it fits quite nicely in there.

Thanks for joining me. I appreciate your taking time to stop by. :)

I'm linking to Sherry's "Share the Decor" Party

and Sue's "Rednesday" at "It's a Very Cherry World"

I Have TWO Favorite Christmas Movies

2010-12-10T19:02:00.005-06:00

I have two all time favorite movies, and I highly recommend both of them to my blog friends.

This first is "Silent Night LonelyNight with Lloyd Bridges and Shirley Jones.

He was so nice looking in this movie. :)

Shirley said this was her favorite movie she made.

This is the inn where some of the movie was filmed in Amherst, MA.

The scenery is snowy and beautiful in this movie.

My second is "The Gift of Love A Christmas Story" starring Lee Remick, who I thought was so pretty and a great actress. I never get tired of this beautiful movie.

It also has Angela Lansbury and Polly Holiday (Flo from "Alice")

It was also filmed in a beautiful New England town, but I can't remember the name.

Merry Christmouse!

2010-12-10T18:15:00.001-06:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. This is a Christmas post I did last year, and since it had lots of pink, I wanted to share it at Beverly's Pink Saturday. Visit her blog for more wonderful pinks.

I have always loved "Christmas Mice". I just think they are so cute. And I have always loved "The Night Before Christmas", so I HAD to have this little book.

See how tiny the book is? (Compared to my hand?) I just love illustrations by Cyndy Szekeres. I've had this book since 1982. My kids enjoyed it, and now my two granddaughters love it.

Now, let's see what's going on over at Mrs. Mouse's house................

Looks like she is coming in from the living room to check on little Crissy mouse.

She is walking over to tuck her in. Aww! Shh! She's sleeping good!

While we're here, let's have a look around the room.

Ummm! What pretty, pink wallpaper. Somebody likes Shabby Mouse Chic. :)

Looks like Mrs. Mouse has been decorating for Christmas, too. Look at the pretty greenery over Grandpa Mouse's picture. I see she has her tree all decorated, and look, She used a thimble for the base of the tree. How clever!

I I like her green curtains, and the candle in the window. Oh, look! It's snowing!

What the.......................! Will you look at that? Santa came! How'd he do that? We didn't even see him! He's pretty sneaky, that jolly old elf. Looks like somebody is getting an angel mouse and a candy cane, too!

Sleep tight, little Crissy Mouse. You will have lots of surprises when you wake up.

Thanks for letting me share. I've had the cute, little mouse figures for several years. I hope you enjoyed looking at them. And, what can I say...................Christmas just brings out the kid in me! :)
Thanks for stopping by!!!!

It's Official!

2010-11-25T19:56:00.005-06:00

Thanksgiving is almost over, and the Christmas rush can officially begin.
Are you ready? I am!

Like my picture? I used this site to make it.......

photofunia.com

One of the bloggers posted it several months ago. It's lots of fun.
(Sorry, I don't remember who posted it, so I can't give you credit)

I'm looking forward to sharing another
wonderful, fun Christmas season with all my bloggy friends. :)

More Reds

2010-11-23T12:54:00.012-06:00

I just gost back from a weekend trip to Fairhope,AL with some friends, and we found lots of bargains.
For all you Mary Engelbrett girls, I found these cute teapot napkin rings.
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$7 for four. I think that was an OK price.

Aren't they cute?

. I found this red Christmas scarf. It's long, and will be great for my sofa table.

I love these Christmas napkins. They look like they have never been used.

Yep, I'll be using all these new found goodies soon. :)

This snowman light came from Old Time Pottery.

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We HAD to take our pictures by this sign. He He He!

I got these six napkins, the little box and the fruit for $3.00 at the Salvation Army Store.

I wanted to show you my "rainbow" tree. Taken this morning. I think it turned over night.

Thanks for stopping by Bloggy Friends. I'm linking up to these parties today.
I'm so glad we have such sweet girls to host these parties for us. Check out each one for more great pictures.

"Rednesday" at Sue's It's A Very Cherry World

"Nifty Thrifty Tuesday" at Linda's Coastal Charm

"Tea Party Tuesday" at Rhondi's Rose Colored Glasses

Red! Red! I love it!

2010-11-16T22:05:00.007-06:00

It's Rednesday over at Sue's "It's A Very Cherry World" Lots of beautiful reds over there.

I changed the chair covers from black and white to red and white getting ready for the Christmas decorating.

We still have Fall colors down here. See those red berries? I'll be using them soon to decorate with.

These were a very thrifty find at the thrift store. Of course, I love the color. :)

Work on the mantel should start soon.

I'm very proud of my new red tea kettle. I had to fight for it on Ebay. :)

I'm looking for a braided rug (with red in it, of course) to go under my kitchen table.

Thanks for stopping by, and Happy Rednesday. Thanks, Sue for hosting.

New Reds for the House

2010-11-10T12:33:00.007-06:00

It's Rednesday over at Sue's "It's A Very Cherry World". Hooray for Rednesday!

Here are my new curtains for the "red" bedroom. I love them because they are a "pure" red and have a "pure" white background.

See the doll house? I have a few new "reds" for it, too. Let's look inside.

Here's one of the new residents of the dollhouse (see her red bow?) :) :)

The kitchen has quite a few new reds. It's coming along nicely, but still have lots of work to do.

Material for the sun room curtains.

Red bird is a recent find.

Love this Snowman pillow. He came from Hobby Lobby. I know it's early, but I just wanted to see how he'd look.

............................in the sun room

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY, BLOGGY FRIENDS! D

What IS this????????

2010-10-28T18:12:00.003-05:00

Hello, Bloggy friends. Recently our city had a ghost cemetery tour. One of our "famous" graves is that of the gypsy queen and her family.

Here, you see the actors portraying the characters. But what are those round things? So many and different sizes and colors? These were not visible when the pic was taken. SPOOKY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!