tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25510398930859032842024-03-06T15:01:46.886-05:00My Domestic BlissMy personal journal of fun and fascinating tips on thrifting, yard-sales, curbside rescues, decorating on a budget and more.Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.comBlogger439125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-44082575184528885672014-03-11T18:52:00.001-04:002014-03-11T18:52:37.964-04:00You're Invited!Hello Lovlies,<br />
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You are cordially invited to join me at my new blog, Larkspur Interiors.<br />
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WHEN: Now!<br />
WHERE: <a href="http://www.larkspurinteriors.com/">www.larkspurinteriors.com</a><br />
R.S.V.P.: Not necessary! Unless you have a fabulous blog you'd like me to follow.<br />
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Attire is casual. Feel free to bring a friend! <br />
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You are sure to have a wonderful time!<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
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My Domestic Bliss<br />
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<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-65304179154985046392013-12-13T15:12:00.000-05:002013-12-18T09:08:08.837-05:002013 Christmas Home TourMerry Christmas to all of my sweet blog friends. I won't go into a long story about where I've been. I'm just so glad to be back. And I couldn't stay away any longer, especially this time of year. So please join me for a tour of my Holiday House!
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Just a simple Christmas.</div>
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I didn't spend any money on decorations this year.</div>
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I didn't even put out all of my decorations this year.</div>
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And ya know what?</div>
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I don't miss it.<br />
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No pressure this year.<br />
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No stress.<br />
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Just happy traditions.<br />
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Christmas carols on Pandora are free.<br />
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Moving a simple little elf around the house and the joy it brings is free.</div>
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Seeing my teenager wear her handmade apron from when she was six years-old, while baking cookies together makes me smile. And it's free. (Posting that picture on my blog would cost me $20)<br />
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Rearranging my family room for the last time (New Years Resolution) is free too!<br />
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Watching your favorite Christmas specials over and over is totally free and never gets old.<br />
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Making crafts together, like a simple peppermint wreath is priceless.<br />
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<a href="http://www.thenester.com/2013/12/welcome-to-the-2013-christmas-tour-of-homes.html">The Nester's 2013 Christmas Tour of Homes</a></div>
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Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-54174543245832151942013-07-25T09:45:00.000-04:002013-07-25T09:45:14.137-04:00<h2>10 Ways to Have Fun without Leaving Your Bedroom</h2>
<p align="center"><em>Hey All! I am Jessica and today I am a guest blogger on Kim's blog,Well Thanks to kim for this oppertunity.I am so happy to be here.Enjoy the post and follow me <a href="http://pinterest.com/jessicajessi17/">here</a>.</em></p>
<p>The bedroom is our sanctuary more than any other room in our home; that is why we should pay special attention to choosing bedroom furniture and decorating it in a way that would make spending time in there as pleasant and peaceful as possible.</p>
<p> When the day (or our mood) is gloomy, we can heal inside this room doing things we love. Youíd be amazed how many things we can do without leaving the bedroom and not get bored for a second:</p>
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<li><strong>Sleep:</strong> The most obvious choice:If weíre going to be lazy and sleep all day, we better make sure we have proper ìequipmentî ñ comfortable bed, quality mattress, soft pillows. However, itís not just comfort that matters. Our surroundings have to be beautiful as well, so sleeping in pleasant looking linen bought from <a href="http://www.yorkshirelinen.com/sheets-pillow-cases/bed-sheets/">yorkshirelinen.com</a> or similar quality vendor will make the experience more appealing.</li>
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<li><strong>Exercise to empower your body and mind:</strong>Exercise, as something like the opposite of sleeping, is another great way to spend time in your bedroom. These exercises would have to be in tone with the setting, so you wouldnít jump around aggressively, but rather lie on the soft carpet a make soothing movements that feel good to your spine.</li>
<li><strong>Reading as a way to escape:</strong>Lying in bed and reading ñ how often do we do this pleasurable activity? Iím sure the answer is ìalmost neverî, and none of us can really say why. No schedule is that busy not to allow reading in bed from time to time, yet we rarely do it. Letís change that.</li>
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<li><strong>Movies are a great pastime:</strong>Similar to reading, watching movies is a great way to forget about the outside world and enjoy a good laugh or cry.</li>
<li><strong>Redecoration as a healing process:</strong>Youíd be surprised how rewarding <a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/decorating/beautiful-designer-bedrooms#slide-1">bedroom redecoration</a> can be. Even the simple furniture repositioning can bring us much pleasure. Other things you can do to make a difference are: repainting walls, hanging DIY photo frames on walls, even knitting a new bedspread.</li>
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<li><strong>Reminiscing</strong>:Thereís something to lying in a cosy bed bought from <a href="http://www.andsotobed.co.uk/">andsotobed.co.uk</a> and watching old photos or going through an almost forgotten box of ìstuffî that we havenít looked at in a long time: postcards from friends, old mix tapes, tickets to concerts we saw in the pastÖ</li>
<li><strong>Bedroom bonding:</strong>That busy factor often prevents us from spending quality time with our partners. Spending a whole day in the bedroom, talking, reading and watching movies together, playing board games and laughing can do wonders to a relationship.</li>
<li><strong>Dancing in the bedroom:</strong>Dancing in the living room is not as safe as doing it in the bedroom. This is where you get to create your own dance moves no one can see and maybe laugh at.</li>
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<li><strong>Discover the artist in you:</strong>The bedroom with its soothing colours and mood is a good setting for art. This is where you can lose yourself writing poetry, painting or drawing, making music on your computer, or planning a short film.</li>
<li><strong>Let yourself daydream</strong>:Allow yourself to lie in your bed and do nothing. Donít think about daily obligations and worries. Just lie there and daydream for a while.</li>
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<p>It seems like we forgot how to stand still and enjoy the moment. All of us should remember to do that at least once a month, locked inside the bedroom or any other space that feels like our sanctuary.</p>Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-66749990832547561412013-07-01T15:44:00.000-04:002013-07-01T15:44:07.092-04:00Jersey FreshSummer fun is in full swing here in South Jersey. Mallory took a break from her job working with children at Summer camp to spend a week in Nashville on a missions trip with our church youth group.<br />
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Last week I took Middle and Little blueberry picking at one of my favorite farm markets in Mullica Hill. <br />
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We wasted no time making good use of those yummy blueberries!<br />
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Gluten-free Blueberry Muffins!<br />
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Cooling off in the pool.<br />
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Looking for blueberries in all the wrong places...<br />
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All this fun sure works up an appetite!!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a Summerlicious week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
KimKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-26095276397548157772013-06-03T15:24:00.002-04:002013-06-05T07:14:32.683-04:00Outdoor Bliss 2013Last week marked the first official heatwave of the season here in South Jersey. For the first time in years we got to enjoy a seasonable Spring with cool temps up until Memorial Day which is the unofficial start of Summer around here. People head "Down the Shore", roadside produce stands abound with fresh Jersey sweet corn and tomatoes, and weekends are filled with BBQ's. But for me the best part is getting to spend time outside with my family and friends.<br />
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Sprucing up our outdoor spaces is something I look forward to every year. I love being outside, getting my hands dirty in the garden and decorating the front porch. <br />
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Welcome to our home!<br />
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The backyard is where we love to hang out the most in the Summer time.<br />
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What's your favorite thing to do this time of year??<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a Summerlicious week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Kim<br />
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<a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2013/06/make-it-pretty-monday-week-52.html">Make It Pretty Monday</a> at The Dedicated House<br />
<a href="http://www.creativecaincabin.com/2013/06/budget-decorating-party.html">Budget Decorating Party</a> at Creative Cain Cabin<br />
<a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/06/wow-us-wednesdays-121.html">Wow Us Wednesdays </a>at Savvy Southern StyleKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-73057118889571336992013-05-21T14:27:00.002-04:002013-05-21T20:06:43.806-04:00Mary's Living RoomI recently had the pleasure of designing a Living Room for a previous client. Mary is a wonderful lady who lives in a beautiful condo. Her personality is sweet and soft so I decided to use that as my inspiration for her room. <br />
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As usual, my starting point was the accessories. I found a set of pillows on Joss and Main that gave me the color scheme for the whole room.<br />
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It's a very large room and the previous arrangement made it feel disconnected (sorry no before pictures...). <br />
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Almost everything in this room was purchased online. The chairs and rug are from Overstock.<br />
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The sofa, ottoman, accent table and media console are all from Joss and Main. Most of the pillows and throws are also from Joss and Main.<br />
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This project came in way under budget. Mary is thrilled with her new space and already has me looking for new Dining Room furniture with the money we saved. <br />
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But before that I'm taking time off for some much needed rest and relaxation!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Kim<br />
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Linking to: Creative Cain Cabin's <a href="http://www.creativecaincabin.com/2013/05/budget-decorating-party_20.html">Budget Decorating Party</a><br />
Savvy Southern Style's <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/05/wow-us-wednesdays-119.html">Wow Us Wednesday</a><br />
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<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-88988785924543524252013-05-16T11:46:00.003-04:002013-05-16T12:29:46.152-04:00The Bucket ListHello dear sweet bloggy friends. I've been lazy in my blog life recently, but my real life is flying at lightening speed. I can't remember ever being this busy. So glad Summer is almost here and there will be no more schedules, homework, waking up at 0-dark-thirty. The only time I enjoy getting up that early is Saturday. Yard Sale Day. I don't even need an alarm clock. My body just knows.<br />
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Yep, I'm an Early Bird. One of those annoying customers who stops by while you are still setting up and will dig through your boxes. Shameless I know. But I don't want anyone else getting my worm. And around here, the earlier the bird, the better the worm.<br />
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I keep a running list in my head of certain antiques that I must have before I die. A sort of Antique Bucket List. It's not a particularly long list, but in my opinion, distinguished. This list includes an antique English butter slab, a wicker flea market cart, preferably lined with the most adorable of floral fabrics, and an old oil painting that when I peel back the paper will of course have an envelope with a bazillion dollars in it that someone stashed a hundred years ago. <br />
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Coming across an item on your Antique Bucket List can be problematic for a Cheap-O like myself. Usually, I know immediately if I'm going to pass something up. For example, I may see a half-used Yankee candle that I positively cannot live without. Unless it's more than a quarter. I waste no time moving on to the next house. I do not hem and haw. If fact, I despise hemmers and hawers. Yard-saling is a decisive business. If you waste time hemming and hawing, you lose worms.<br />
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Back to the problem at hand. Actually coming face to face with an item on the bucket list may cause a normally decisive and cheap person to lose all sense of reason, causing said decisive and cheap person to choose between decisive and cheap. <br />
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Like this jug-ernaut.<br />
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I saw it at a yard sale swarming with e-birds. It was on my list and I wanted it bad. Like bad enough to shoot my load on the first big sale of the day bad. They were asking $30, a good price I know, but I already told you I was cheap. I've seen these at the flea for at least $50. I got it for $20. <br />
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Then a week later I spotted this on Craig. <br />
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An old tobacco basket. Also on my list.<br />
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And got another check.<br />
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A week later, yet another item on my list.<br />
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A townwide yard sale - my favorite kind - with cars battling for position. You cannot imagine the potential for accidents in this scenario. Trying to maneuver your way through yardsale traffic while keeping your eyes on the prize. Mine dart back and forth between the road and the yards, because Lara Spencer, I don't just brake for yardsales, I screech my tires and leave black tread-marks a mile long in my dust.<br />
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That's just what happened when I saw her. An antique 1941 New York SM Benjamin dress form with a cage bottom<span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> (</span><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>said in the voice of Ralphie as he describes his bb gun -</b></span></span><span style="background-color: #fbfbfb; color: #333333; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b> an Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle!</b></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">)...</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">A classic battle between decisive and cheap ensued with decisive winning out. But not before I handed the seller my business card in the hopes that she would still be available on pay day...</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Several days later, no phone call, no check...</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Until Mother's Day. You see, my sweet middle was with me that day and called her Daddy to tell him that Mommy found something on her Antique Bucket List.</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!</span></span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">At last summer is just around the corner, with its promise of long, warm balmy evenings and the chance to wear shorts and flip-flops around the barbecue. As you plan your spring-cleaning (unless you are super-organized and have already finished it!) you can organize and decorate your home to welcome back the sunshine. <span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">As winter drew closer your furniture probably crept a little closer to radiators, heaters and the fireplace and the curtains were firmly shut to keep the elements at bay. Now is the time to open out the circle of furniture, turning chairs and settees towards the bright sunshine that is hopefully pouring through the windows. Open the curtains fully every morning, and maybe even invest in some cheerful tie backs to get the maximum benefit. Move lampstands and table lights out of the room, or tuck them into unobtrusive corners, and spread the lounge suite out, just a little more. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Having furniture crammed together forces people into closer proximity, which is fine when the weather is cold, but not so much fun on a sweltering hot, sticky day.</span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Change heavy lined curtains for brighter and lighter ones that will let plenty of sunshine and daylight into the room. Thick curtains are superb at keeping the cold out and the warmth in, but in summer it is best to allow the warmth outside to penetrate into the house while encouraging a free flow of fresh air to avoid stuffiness. You’ll definitely love the curtains designs at <a href="http://www.hillarys.co.uk/curtains/"><span style="color: #0433ff; letter-spacing: 0px;">Hillarys</span></a>. They’d be the good choice for summer decor. Take thick, fluffy throws off the chairs and sofas and replace warm-toned textured cushion covers with cool silk and cotton ones in bright summery colours. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">While the mantelpiece is often the focal point of a wintery living room, turn attention towards the window sills in summer. Brightly coloured glass jars and vases, a strategically positioned sun-catcher and even a cheerful display of pretty pebbles and twisting driftwood are perfect 'window dressing.' </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">There are wonderful lo-tech window decorations that are brightly coloured gel shapes. These just need to be pressed firmly onto the glass and they will stay until you remove them. Make a beautiful motif in the corner of each pane, or buy seasonal shapes and change them every few weeks for a unique and colourful display! <a href="http://www.thegelstore.com/"><span style="color: #0433ff; letter-spacing: 0px;">TheGelStore</span></a> might give you some idea about what would be perfect for your bedroom windows. </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">Mow the lawn and sweep and mop the decking ahead of all those leisurely summer barbecues! </span></div>
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<span style="letter-spacing: 0px;">A neat and tidy outside is an absolute must if you are going to be encouraging the focus of the living room towards the garden. If you are not a keen gardener you can purchase a vibrant and colourful display of potted plants to dot around to give the garden a joyous burst of colour and fragrance. Clean your garden furniture set and make sure that the parasol still works and is not full of dust and spiders! </span></div>
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Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-60738247310158701292013-04-09T10:26:00.000-04:002013-04-12T07:22:28.485-04:00Larkspur InteriorsSpring has finally arrived here in South Jersey! Today the temps are expected to be in the high 70's!! WooHoo!!!<br />
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If you are new to my blog you may not know that I have a business with my BFF and business partner Denise called Larkspur Interiors. We both live on Larkspur Circle, hence the name. We do shows and have a booth at a local antique store, affectionately called "The Barn". We have been adding some Springiness to our booth and I thought I'd share some pix with you! <br />
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Denise and her husband Tom made this beautiful French Country bench out of an old headboard and footboard.<br />
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This display was put together using a CD storage ladder I got at a yardsale and re-purposed.<br />
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Can't you just see this bench on a front porch? I love it.<br />
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We recently added a second space to our booth that we call "The Shabby Corner". It's my favorite spot to decorate, and sometimes I just wanna move right in!<br />
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If you are ever in the area and looking for a great place for antiquing, you will love the Barn. It's called Antiques Only (But Not Only Antiques), in Turnersville, NJ. It's a huge place with lots of different booths all offering one-of-a-kind pieces old and new. <br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
xoxo,<br />
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Linking to : Creative Cain Cabin's <a href="http://www.creativecaincabin.com/2013/04/budget-decorating-party_8.html">Budget Decorating Party</a><br />
Savvy Southern Style's <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/04/wow-us-wednesdays-113.html">Wow Us Wednesdays</a><br />
Common Ground's <a href="http://www.commonground-do.com/2013/04/be-inspired-134-april-showers.html">Be Inspired Party</a>Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-49155740685117109832013-04-01T12:59:00.002-04:002013-04-05T09:59:10.743-04:00Color Me HappyI hope you all enjoyed a wonderful Easter. We started the day at Church enjoying an amazing Easter Cantata by the Choir, then spent the rest of the day with family and friends, eating, sharing and laughing. It was a bit overwhelming for Cole. Holidays and large gatherings can be difficult for those with Autism.<br />
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April is Autism Awareness Month. Since learning that Cole is Autistic my world has gotten alot more colorful! My sweet precious baby makes me smile every day. I've been striving to make our home a place where he feels safe and happy. In the Family Room I've been moving things around (yet again!) and finally came up with a configuration that we all like, especially Cole. He doesn't like big open spaces. I moved the furniture closer together and he just loves it. And I love how much cozier it feels in here now.<br />
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Of course one thing leads to another when you start moving things around. A week ago, I posted (<a href="http://kimsdomesticbliss.blogspot.com/2013/03/cottage-white.html">here</a>) about two new pieces of furniture that I added to this room, and that quickly they are both gone! That's just how I roll. Now one is in my booth for sale and the other is in the basement. For now...<br />
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A few months ago we brought a bookcase to the Barn to sell and it just wasn't moving, so I got the idea to use it in my Family Room. I'm learning that when you buy and sell furniture for a living, you tend to swap things out a lot. It's hard to resist the temptation.<br />
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Here it is in my booth:<br />
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I won the little footstool at an auction a couple weeks ago and painted it coral. <br />
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Then brought in my Decor Steals ladder to display some of my more colorful quilts.<br />
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The lampshade and floral pillow are from Target. Have ya been there lately??? They just keep bringing in more and more great stuff. And their Clearance section is the bomb-diggity!!<br />
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I love this table in the corner of the room. It's great for using the laptop and will make a great place for Cole to color when he gets older.<br />
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Before I sign off I want to share something that happened to me last week. I have a nosy neighbor that I try to avoid as much as possible. Well the other day she called on a number I didn't recognize. I reluctantly talked to her for a short while when she started asking questions about Cole and his Autism. The conversation came to an abrupt end when she asked me if I would have had my son if I knew he was going to be Autistic. In my state of hurt and anger I vented about it on Facebook and the response I got was overwhelming. People I haven't heard from since High School reached out. Others that I didn't even know that well sent personal messages of support. I was touched more than you could possibly know. Why am I telling you this? Sometimes it just feels like we only hear about the bad things that happen. It's important to remember that there is more good in the world than evil.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Kim<br />
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Joining: Creative Cain Cabin's <a href="http://www.creativecaincabin.com/2013/04/budget-decorating-party.html">Budget Decorating Party</a><br />
Savvy Southern Style's <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/04/wow-us-wednesdays-112.html">Wow Us Wednesday</a><br />
Common Ground's <a href="http://www.commonground-do.com/2013/04/be-inspired-133-flower-beds.html">Be Inspired Friday</a>Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-25002367893996355682013-03-19T16:47:00.001-04:002013-03-19T20:50:23.487-04:00Cottage WhiteI did some painting recently for a friend and as a thank-you she gave me this cute little table.<br />
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I have no before pic, but in it's former life it was brown and now it's white. Cottage white. <br />
Accessorized with lots of color!!<br />
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About a week later I found a vintage kitchen cabinet on Craig for a steal. This time I remembered to take a before picture. But then a certain teenager decided to borrow my memory card for a school trip and long story short - it's gone baby gone. So just close your eyes and imagine a dull, brown, boring cabinet. Now open your eyes!<br />
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I painted it white. Cottage White. And in between coats I took a lunch break where I got Pinspired to paint the back of the cabinet a different color. <br />
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Overall I think these two are a great addition to the family.....room. Whatdya think?<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
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<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-3185047002008539172013-03-12T10:31:00.002-04:002013-03-12T20:08:34.872-04:00Adding Turquoise To The MasterTurquoise. The new "it" color is invading my house. I've been adding touches of it everywhere and most recently to the master bedroom. I scored a vintage dresser for like $25 a couple of months ago with every intention of adding it to the booth, but after painting it (turquoise) I had to keep it. <br />
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Isn't she lovely?<br />
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The color is Martha Stewart Duck Egg. We are making our own chalk paint these days. I distressed her just a tad, because, well, she really has enough fabulousity all on her own, don'tcha think?<br />
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Here's my tip of the day, for what it's worth. When you are out and about, if you spot a tray of any shape or kind, don't ever, EVER, pass it up. You can always find a place for one. Always!<br />
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I recently bought this comforter set from Joss and Main for like, dirt cheap.<br />
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Just enough turquoise, but not too much. I wanted the dresser to stand out.<br />
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This chair was a gift. Like the best gift ever!! It came from my dear friend Christina. I obsessed over it every time I went to her house. I think she just got sick of hearing me beg...<br />
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My dressing area in the corner.<br />
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Still love my thrifted night table. It cost $3. What's not to love?<br />
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And my $50 chandy. I got it from Craig. He's nice like that :)<br />
The artwork and sunburst mirror are all yardsale finds. <br />
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Question: why is turquoise so hard to type? It's like porpoise, or tortoise. I always have to stop and think before I type. Annoying!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Kim<br />
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My Pottery Barn basket that I striped.<br />
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Like the mirror over my sofa in the Family Room.<br />
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I added some felty fun with a hot glue gun.<br />
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And just like that, she's a Jersey Girl.<br />
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Give a little love today - add some bling to any old thing. If you're not crafty like me you can check out Etsy for some awesome embellishments.<br />
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Its cold and rainy outside with a Winter storm brewing, bringing snow tonite. But inside I'm dreaming of Spring and anxious to see warmer weather.<br />
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In the kitchen I've been bringing more of my new favorite color - Turquoise. I just can't seem to get enough of it these days. I recently ordered this cute Eat sign from Etsy and love how it looks over my sink.<br />
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Speaking of sink, you may be able to spy with your little eye my new sink skirt. <br />
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I made it myself! Well, not really. It's actually a vintage half apron that I thumbtacked to the frame.<br />
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I got this tool box at the flea last weekend and I love it on my counter storing "stuff".<br />
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Got these cute little alphabet letters at Pottery Barn Kids for Cole to play with, but I think I'm having more fun playing with them that he is.<br />
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What color are you obsessed with these days?? <br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
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<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-72587533144080419892013-02-22T12:18:00.003-05:002013-02-22T12:18:54.829-05:00Where I Stand...My oldest is working on a project for school pertaining to current events. She asked me what would be a good topic, and I couldn't think of a better issue than gun control, given everything that has happened in our country recently. That was on Tuesday. Yesterday, there was a shooting at the Barn. Someone shot at the owner of the antique store where Denise and I have our booth. She was not hurt, praise God, but as of this moment, the shooter has still not been apprehended. <br />
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A full day after the drama, I'm still in shock and trying to process how someone would try to kill somebody over $35. Yes, she was angry over a purchase put on layaway over a year ago. I'm also trying to process that I was standing in the exact spot where shots were fired exactly 24 hours prior. I got the call about the shooting about 15 minutes after Denise left my home to bring some things to our booth. I was scared stiff until I heard her voice. She got there right after it happened, but it was too close for comfort. <br />
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We are like a family at the Barn. A very close-knit group of vendors whose only worry is if we are going to make rent this month. I call it my home away from home because I can't wait to get there and love every minute that I'm there. That will not change because of some random act of violence, but I'm not sure if things will ever be the same.<br />
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No matter where you stand on the issue of gun control, and I'm still trying to figure out where I stand, I think we can all agree that something needs to be done. Please continue to pray for our leaders as they try to figure out a solution. <br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a happy and safe weekend.<br />
xoxo,<br />
KimKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-30374471113246901652013-02-15T09:31:00.001-05:002013-02-15T09:31:31.938-05:00Etsy PillowsLoving my new pillows from Suzi of Etsy's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ThePillowStudioShop">The Pillow Studio Shop</a>. <br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious weekend!<br />
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Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-89450593453352445992013-02-11T16:54:00.001-05:002013-02-11T17:03:14.392-05:00New Goodies in the Booth!!Larkspur Interiors has been busy stocking our booth with new merchandise every week. If you follow us on Facebook you've probably seen most of these pix, but for those who haven't here's a look!<br />
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You might be surprised to know that we are no longer using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. We have been making our own chalk paint!! It's so much more economical and we can choose whatever colors we want! Wanna know another secret? We don't wax anymore either! It's very time consuming and far too messy. And in this freezing cold weather it's not even an option. We have found a better method for finishing that I will share in another post. If you ever have any questions about any of the furniture you see here just message me and I'll be sure to get back to you lickety split!<br />
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In my last post I showed a pic of the bench that was supposed to go with this vanity. I stole it for my Family Room. <br />
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And here are some pix of our Shabby Corner.<br />
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A trash-picked door finds new life as a great display piece in the Shabby Corner!<br />
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I spotted this great fabric at Goodwill last week while searching for some linens for the puppy's crate. I knew I could use it for something and it looks great as a skirt for this desk! We are able to store "stuff" underneath, which is an added bonus.<br />
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If you are ever in the area and would like to stop by the barn, our booth is just up the stairs and to the right (L90). It's a fabulous place with lots of eye candy!<br />
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Antiques Only (But Not Only Antiques)<br />
220 Ganttown Rd., Turnersville, NJ 08012<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious week!<br />
xoxo,<br />
KimKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-11433397453415314802013-02-08T10:47:00.001-05:002013-02-08T10:47:49.813-05:00A Blast Of ColorThanks to everyone for your sweet comments on my last post. We are still getting used to having a new puppy around here, but enjoying our sweet little furball.<br />
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I have a new obsession. Color. It's calling me from all directions. I can't seem to get enough of it. I've always decorated on the safe side - using colors that don't draw attention. I think decorating with bright colors can be a bit daunting. It's easy to overdo and mixing the right colors can be overwhelming. I've often thought it's something best left to the experts. But with the help of Pinterest, Blogs and the likes of BHG, I've slowly been incorporating color into my home. What I've learned is that there is definitely a "formula" so to speak. I'm going to try to put that formula into words for another post, but for now I'll share my own version of decorating with color.<br />
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The backdrop for this room is a buttery-yellow, Behr paint in Provence Cream. In a bass-ackwards move, the bold patterned area rug is actually the last element added to the room. A smarter decorator would have made that the starting point. <br />
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The Ballard giclee over the fireplace is a mirror of the rug - using the a few of the same colors, but in a smaller print so the two don't compete, but rather complement one another.<br />
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Notice there are no window treatments. I opted instead to keep it simple in here with trimmed out windows and bamboo shades. The rug is enough to carry the entire room.<br />
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The stool was part of a vanity set that was bound for my booth at the barn. On a whim I decided to see how it would look under the bland sofa table and it's the perfect touch. I bought the fabric before I ordered the rug and it was a total coincidence that the two are an exact match.<br />
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I'm a confessed pillow addict, so the white Ektorp sofa and loveseat allow me to switch these out as often as I like.<br />
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The bookcase was an Overstock purchase and is adds some much-needed storage for baby's books and toys.<br />
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The bright tray was on clearance at Hobby Lobby. It's another fun way to add a pop of color to a room.<br />
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One thing I will say about decorating with color is that it's addicting. Once you start you tend to be drawn to things that are bright and cheerful. I can't seem to get enough.<br />
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I'll be sharing my very unscientific formula soon so be sure to check back.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious weekend!<br />
xoxo,<br />
Kim<br />
<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-61272584547353587072013-02-06T16:14:00.000-05:002013-02-06T17:00:18.455-05:00Along Came Polly...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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For those of you who still believe in coincidence, I'd like to share a funny story. Last Saturday Rich and I took the kids to a local pet shop to "look around". They had no idea we were actually going to bring one home and wanting to surprise them, we decided to take them home and then tell them we were going back out to run some errands. They had already fallen in love with a sweet little Schitzu-Bichon mixer of a pup with the cutest little face and we couldn't wait to go pick her up and bring her home. Rich joked on the way that we might see someone in the parking lot with our puppy, but I said no way, this one was meant to be ours.<br />
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Rich dropped me off and parked the car. I could hardly wait to get in the store and pick up my baby. Imagine my shock when I saw another family holding her as if they were already claiming her. My mouth dropped. I stopped breathing for a second as I tried to comprehend what was happening. Because you see, it wasn't just any family. It was my sister's family. Yes. You heard me right. My sister, her husband and my niece Allie were taking home Yolo (that's what we were naming her). We exchanged a few uncomfortable laughs until reality set in and after what seemed like the longest and most awkward five minutes of my life, my sweet niece came over to me, tears in her eyes and said "Here, you take her. She's yours." How could I? She wasn't really mine. I hadn't bought her yet and unbeknownst to me, my sister had actually been to the store a few days earlier and picked out this precious pup. <br />
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And in that instant I knew that this was no coincidence. God had put us both there at the exact same time. He knew it would be a difficult choice and was putting our sisterly love to the test. I know without a doubt that I could have come home with that puppy and my sister would have been okay with that. I also knew that God was telling me there was another puppy out there that needed a good home. And how wonderful that both puppies are still in the family? <br />
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In the end, Honey Boo-Boo went home with my sister and the next day we hopped in the car after church to another pet store and instantly fell in love with Paisley. Only she didn't look like a Paisley. She looked more like a Polly. I call her my little Polly-wog. She is adorbs. And she loves.to.play.<br />
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with Cole....<br />
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Only Cole is not so sure about this friendship just yet.<br />
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Hey Mom, look at my block tower!<br />
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Why don't you go back in here?</div>
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But I'd rather play! How 'bout a puzzle??</div>
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I can play with that too if you want...</div>
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Or that.</div>
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Look dog, I'm not in the mood.</div>
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KimKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-7720150798584410832013-01-24T13:47:00.001-05:002013-01-24T13:47:17.572-05:00Shopping in PAMy oldest, Mallory, had a modeling assignment in Easton, PA last Friday. Since it was over 2 hours away and we had to be there at 8 o'clock in the morning, we decided to make a road trip out of it. Easton is a beautiful, picturesque town right outside of the Poconos. Rich booked us a room in a quaint hotel overlooking the Susquehanna River. <br />
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While Mal was working at Lafayette College just down the road, I decided to do some shopping. I was afraid to bring my new camera so I don't have any pictures, but I will show you what I brought home with me.<br />
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This super-cute quilt was in the window display of a salvage goods store, and it caught my eye from across the street. I.had.to.have.it. It was $95 but I got it for $80, which I think is a spankin-good deal given its great condition.<br />
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And this sweet little ole' chair made it's way into my car somehow. <br />
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For now it sits in the Family Room, but who knows where it could end up.<br />
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Mallory and I had so much fun. I can't wait to take another road trip with my girl.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day.<br />
xoxo,<br />
KimKimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-33446173378638621042013-01-23T07:04:00.000-05:002013-01-23T07:04:02.384-05:00Baby Turns 2!Happy Birthday my sweet baby boy. It seems like yesterday you were born. I love you so much.<br />
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<br />Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-13790261992508124172013-01-16T12:23:00.004-05:002013-01-23T07:10:55.228-05:00Green Girl's ClubhouseWow! You guys are the best. After my last post about my new Canon Rebel I got so many great comments with lots of wonderful suggestions and tips on using this complex device. Thanks so much and I'm hoping that as the year goes by my pictures will get better and better!<br />
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Amy (Middle) and her BFFLE (best friend for like EVER!) Katie recently started the Green Girls Club. They are taking on global warming one small community project at a time. I'm so proud of them as they have already made a positive impact in our neighborhood playground, painting the picnic benches and cleaning the grounds. <br />
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And here they are at the nursing home where they brought gifts to the residents that they made using recycled toilet paper and paper towel rolls. <br />
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They are such cutie-pies!<br />
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I decided to convert part of our basement space into a Clubhouse for them so they would have a fun and inspirational place to create. It's been about six months of collecting vintage and kid-friendly stuff at yard sales, flea markets, and Etsy, and I think the GG's would agree that it's a pretty darn fantastic clubhouse.<br />
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The paper lanterns were a steal at Pier 1 last Summer. I'm gonna get more this year to decorate my booth at the Barn.<br />
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The banner was made by one of my sponsors and very dear friend, Kristina of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/EmilyAnnsKloset">Emily Anne's Kloset</a>. <br />
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I stole the idea of using vintage wooden crates as shelves from one of my favorite bloggers, Laura of <a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/">Finding Home</a>, who is the Queen of taking anything vintage and turning it into something fabulous.<br />
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Would you believe I got these boxes from Dollar General? They weren't actually a dollar, but still a spankin' good deal.<br />
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Metal containers from IKEA - why oh why didn't I get more!?! They were only 79 cents!!<br />
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The french memo board was an Etsy purchase. <br />
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This sweet collage picture is from The Vintage Sisters, who sell incredible goodies at the booth across from me and Denise. I can't tell you how many things I've bought from them since I started selling there.<br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">The vintage thermoses were purchased on Ebay. The one on the left is a Little Kiddles thermos and I had to have it because that's why my parents used to call me when I was a child.</span><br />
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This little stand is one of my favorite things in the Clubhouse. It is actually an old telephone stand from the Fifties and it was used to hold the telephone on top and phone books on the bottom. I found it on Craig and knew it would be perfect for this space. I spray painted it bright yellow and it now holds Amy's photo albums and her old bible.<br />
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Off to the back left is what is left of poor Mr. Bliss' man cave...<br />
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I just had to show you this sweet little door mat that I got at the same Dollar General as the boxes. It was $6! Too cute and too cheap not to buy.<br />
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The pictures are still a little grainier than I would like but I'm assuming that's just because it is the basement and it's so hard to get good pictures down there. I messed around with the ISO and other settings and these were the best of the lot. I'm having so much fun with my new toy!!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
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Kim<br />
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Joining Savvy Southern Style for <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/01/wow-us-wednesdays-102.html">Wow Us Wednesdays </a>Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2551039893085903284.post-80482995404278929192013-01-15T12:52:00.001-05:002013-01-15T20:02:06.221-05:00Playin' AroundMr. Bliss got me a Canon Rebel for Christmas (I know, I don't deserve him) and I've been experimenting for about a week. For all of you budding photogs out there I highly recommend PhotographersOnYouTube. This guy really knows his stuff and puts it in layman's terms for the novice like myself who knows absolutely nothing about a camera. Each video is about 15 minutes long. <br />
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Some of the pictures are still a bit blurry, but even blurry, the quality of the pictures is so much better than with my old Nikon. I think it all comes down to learning how to adjust the ISO, F-Stop and shutter speed. <br />
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I thought I'd share some pix of my Family Room, since it's the most colorful room in the house. Keep in mind I still have a lot to learn!<br />
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I just picked this lamp up at the flea over the weekend for $22. It was pretty ugly when I got it (I haven't been able to download the before pic from my old camera) with a really crappy shade. I kind of envisioned it turning out exactly the way it did. Don't you just love it when that happens?<br />
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Can you tell I'm ready for Spring? No winter mantle for this girl!<br />
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The toolbox came from an antique store on our recent trip to Cape May over Christmas. I painted it ASCP Antibes Green.<br />
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I love the bright colors in this room. It makes me smile. Speaking of things that make me smile - I'd like to wish a Happy Birthday to the most wonderful husband I could have ever asked for. I love you Rich!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulicious day!<br />
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Joining Savvy Southern Style for <a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/01/wow-us-wednesdays-101.html">Wow Us Wednesdays</a>Kimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08018277281094047746noreply@blogger.com12