Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Procrastinate Now and Panic Later

This spoof on the 'Keep Calm and Carry On' poster made me laugh.
Procrastinate now and panic later. Great for Back To School.



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26 Pencil Sculptures Make Alphabet

"Many artists have used pencils to create works of art - but Dalton Ghetti creates miniature masterpieces on the tips of pencils. The alphabet is carved from 26 pencil tips. Photograph by the artist. I can't throw away pencil nubs either. Pencil sculptures: miniature masterpieces carved into graphite by Dalton Ghetti Click to read more.



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Monday, August 2, 2010

Bookshelves and Folk Art

I like everything about this room, don't you? via The Architecture Blog



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Giant Soap Bubbles | Amazing Video




This is quite restful to watch. Nice music too. I can't figure out how he gets the soap between the wands, can you?



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X-ray lamp



Isn't this a great way to use your old x-rays after the break has healed, the cast is off, and you're not on crutches anymore? X-ray lamp



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Sunday, August 1, 2010

Chelsea Clinton’s Wedding | ‘Royalty’ in Rhinebeck, NY

Chelsea Clinton’s Wedding: ‘Royalty’ in Rhinebeck - Slide Show - NYTimes.com
Published: August 1, 2010
Marc Mezvinsky and Chelsea Clinton were married Saturday night at a ceremony that captivated the town of Rhinebeck, N.Y., though the proceedings and high-profile guests were largely hidden from view.



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Beautiful Goldfinch | NJ State Bird

I never tire of seeing these wild canaries even though they are quite common where I live. Image via Flickr

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English Proverb on Gardening

Maybe this is why my garden looks so dreadful this year. I didn't prepare it in my soul. The deer ate the tops off 2 of my 5 tomato plants too. There is hardly anything left. Boo hoo.

"The garden must be prepared in the soul or else it will not flourish."
English Proverb



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Dream or Daydream Depending on Your Time Zone

It's early and I have all day to daydream. Enjoy your Sunday. via



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Saturday, July 31, 2010

Astor Courts | Chelsea Clinton's Wedding Site



  • Photo #1. A view of the entrance to Astor Courts, designed by Stanford White and built in 1903.
  • Photo #2. A closer view of the front exterior of the Stanford White design.
  • Photo #3. The restored main reception room of the playhouse, now known as Astor Courts, where Chelsea Clinton's wedding will take place.
Learn more about the history of Astor Courts via The New York Social Diary. More photos too. Chelsea got a beautiful day for her wedding; one of the ten best days of the year in New York State. I can't wait to see the photos of the happy couple.



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Moseley Old Hall | English Manor House and Garden

The back gardens built from scratch by the National Trust as a faithful recreation of a 17th century garden. Moseley Old Hall on Flickr I've blogged about this place before . . . here. I still want to go. Who wants to join me? Have a great weekend.



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Friday, July 30, 2010

Billy Baldwin Loved A Roomful of Books

"The best decoration in the world is a roomful of books." Billy Baldwin



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You Can Never Have Too Many Drawers


If you're looking for a very clever storage idea, you might consider this one featured recently in Traditional Home magazine. I do much better with drawers than I do with closets for some reason. I love these drawers Down Under the stairs.



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Life's Little Instruction Book | Volume II | Page 17


I made a zucchini casserole last night. 'Tis the season.



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Thursday, July 29, 2010

Craft Wrap Gift Compute in a Closet


Craft, Wrap & Gift Closet | The Inspired Room
I've always been a fan of offices in closets. Here's another idea for creating a craft, wrap and gift closet. Image from Country Living.



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