Entries categorized as ‘Holidays’
Wouldn’t it be fun to have a fall picnic under some colorful trees? You could cover a picnic table with a wool blanket and use heirloom pumpkins as the centerpiece. Other details include- leaf fabric for napkins, guests’ names on pressed leaves, colorful Bakelite flatware and glass mugs for plenty of hot drinks.
List of supplies and sources-
Plaid wool and stenciled leaves- both materials at Joann Fabrics
Basket weave edged plate- Conrans
Bakelite flatware- similar on eBay
Glass mug- William-Sonoma
Antique woven chair- from my living room
(Photos- Martha B.)
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Categories: Displays · Holidays
Dad,
Thanks for being the big strong tree in my life.
I love you.
Happy Father’s Day.
Your daughter,
Martha
(Photo- Martha B.)
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Father’s Day 2008
Categories: Holidays · More About Me · Photography
…do you remember this card I made for you in the third grade?
I found it the other day tucked inside a drawer. When I pulled it out and read it, I realized something.
The sentiments haven’t changed…my love and appreciation for you continues to grow!
Happy Mother’s Day!
Your daughter,
Martha
Categories: Holidays · More About Me
Holidays are hard for people who have no family nearby. That includes us. This year we invited some friends who are in the same boat. And you know what? We had a great time! I made a simple meal- turkey breast, mashed potatoes, tossed salad and boiled brussel sprouts. For dessert my husband baked his famous angel food cake served with fresh raspberries and coffee. We ate, talked and laughed a lot. What did you do for the holiday?
(Photo of our dining room set for Easter lunch)
Categories: Easter
Happy Easter everyone!
Photo from a series by Sharon Core
Categories: Easter · Photography
Design Project-
Create a table setting for Easter breakfast.
List of supplies and sources-
Table cloth fabric- Waverly ‘Hen House‘
Napkin fabrics- assorted from Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts
Dishes- 1940’s ‘Universal Ballerina‘ in red
Glassware- William Sonoma
Centerpiece- antique metal egg basket, egg scale, rooster model
Flowers- Daisies
(Photo- Martha B.)
Note- This would be a fun idea for hanging over the table!
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KidFile #22: Easter Centerpiece
Categories: Displays · Easter
A fun and easy-to-make Easter centerpiece for a children’s table.
Supplies-
Rabbit paper dolls
Cardstock paper
Wooden skewers (available at grocery stores)
Masking tape
Plants
Here’s what you do-
1. Scan rabbit images onto cardstock paper, then cut them out.
2. Tape wooden skewers/sticks to the backs.
3. Insert into potted plants.
(Photo- Martha B.)
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Categories: Easter · KidFiles
February 12, 2009 · 1 Comment
Two inspirational looks using pretty black dresses- embroidered short sleeve dress by Fendi (above) and bow-back oxford dress from Yves Saint Laurent (below) paired with fishnet hose and dyed pointe shoes at Capezio.
(Photos- Elle)
Categories: Fashion · Valentines
February 1, 2009 · 1 Comment
To start off February, I thought it’d be fun to post a few antique Valentine’s Day cards. These are all from a collection my mother-in-law kept as girl in the 1930’s.
Categories: Valentines
