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Sunday, September 28, 2008
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Friday, September 26, 2008
Pumpkin patch in the yard . . .
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It looks as if we are in for a rainy weekend. Not good for the annual Fireman's Auction and Sale in New Vernon. Most things are under a tent...but some of the donations are in a big uncovered field. I hope they keep all the books dry. I'll wear my wellies and walk around in the mud. I always find a treasure.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
My diminutive bookcase . . .
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Over the summer I finally found a bookcase for my overflow of antiquarian books. I am thrilled with the size and style. I love the graduated shelves with waterfall sides, the bottom drawer with brass pulls, the legs with brass castors, and there is even an inlaid conch shell on the back panel. I found it at an estate sale nearby. I was not one of the early birds either. Luckily, this treasure was piled high with junk and the other lookers passed it by.
I just wanted to drive home the point that the best homes are not decorated overnight. I went to a realtor open house yesterday that looked as if all the furnishings were purchased on the same day. Not a good look in my opinion.
Don't be in a rush. Slow down and enjoy the hunt.
All things come to those who wait!
New Dollar Bill . . .
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
My favorite things . . .
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I am very pleased with the way the apple "pops" against the dark background. I hope these apples are available for a long time. They are unwaxed and don't have those awful stickers. Just the way I like them.
Pretty soon I will be wearing these wellies each time I go out for a walk. The fall season will soon be in full swing. I am putting all the gardens to bed and am looking forward to another blogging season. My first one (summer 2008) was fabulous. I hope you will join me for my next chapter!
I am very happy that all of my favorite TV shows are starting up again too.
Monday, September 22, 2008
My kitchen has gone to the dogs . . .
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He wanted me to post the recipe for his favorite all-natural snacks.
WEBSTER'S HOMEMADE DOG TREATS
2-1/4 cups cornmeal
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup dry powdered milk
3 Tablespoons molasses
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 eggs
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Mix everything together and knead into a ball.
Place on a floured surface and roll to desired thickness.
Cut dough with cookie cutters (bone-shapes are available).
Sometimes I just roll into a log and slice.
You can prick your dog's initial with a fork. A "W" is easy.
Bake on greased cookie sheets for 20 minutes at 375.
Enjoy all the licks and kisses you will receive from your pet.
Don't have a pet? Boo Hoo!
Make some for your canine friends. All dogs love presents!
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Gwyneth + Mario in Spain on PBS ~ Premiers 9/20 . . .
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You can view the listings for your area on this PBS site and see lots of photos and video clips. I don't think you have to be a foodie to enjoy this program. The scenery looks amazing. The stars are Gwyneth Paltro, Mario Batali, Mark Bittman, and a Spanish actress named Claudia something. So that's two actresses and two chefs.
I hope you read this in time to see the first episode. I should have posted about it earlier. Better late than never. Enjoy!
Friday, September 19, 2008
FREE DOWNLOAD Seed Saving Envelope for 2008 . . .
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Friday is usually an off day for blog viewing so I decided to give something away. I made a pdf document of the seed saving envelope shown above. It is fresh off the presses...I designed it this morning. You will see that it prints beautifully in a nice large size. Use it for big seeds or as a master envelope for the smaller ones I made for you earlier in the year. Search for them on my blog. They are filed under "seedpacket pattern".
FREE DOWNLOAD ~ SEED SAVING ENVELOPE FOR 2008
Save some seeds this weekend and remember me!
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Collector's Kitchen with Transferware Backsplash . . .
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I though I would share this clipping from an old Renovation Style magazine with you. The antique blue and white Staffordshire plates have been permanently grouted in place on the backsplash behind a commercial range. I think they look stunning against the solid white tiles laid in a herringbone pattern. The moulded tile picture frame sets them off quite nicely. The remaining white tiles are laid subway style.
This collector looked everywhere for decorative tiles to set off the plain white ones and finally gave up. Her husband suggested using some of the plates she had collected over the years. The end result is highly personal and beautiful.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Martha Stewart Show ~ All Bloggers Today . . .
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I don't get Fine Living Network but I am pretty sure this show will be rebroadcast there tonight. Check your local listings.
I was following the live posts from Geek in Heels and WeddingBee in case you want to read their comments from the audience.
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Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Brown and White Transferware Plate . . .
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A brown and white Staffordshire transferware plate in a Willow Pattern (most often seen in blue). Another item that was sold some time ago. I wish I had saved all of my photos; but unfortunately I was not blogging and figured I would never need them again. So many lovely things were permanently erased from my hard drive. What a shame.
A miniature portrait on ivory from my collection is in the background.
Monday, September 15, 2008
A Wonderful Weathered Pot . . .
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Maybe I can put some sort of putty inside to hold it together. I will certainly try! Maybe I can get help from all the King's horses and all the King's men!
Sunday, September 14, 2008
When a Chicken Finds a Typewriter . . .
Look what happens when a bored chicken finds a typewriter! I don't know about you but this just seems wrong to me.
There is a lady in Basking Ridge who sells fresh eggs from her porch. From now on, that's where I am going. I know her hens don't know how to type!
I took the last photo ~ I found the others on Flickr.
Orchid Pattern Transferware Wash Set . . .
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I am thankful for indoor plumbing with running water when I look at personal grooming items from the past.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
My Fan Club ~ A Slug and A Boy . . .
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Eight year old Evan reads my blog and wanted me to see this cool Walking Stick insect he found in his back yard. His name is Mr. Stick and he seems right at home on his master's cheek.
You can read more about Phasmatodea on Wikipedia. Believe it or not these insects make ideal pets!
Have a great weekend.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Time for the weekend . . .
The American tall case clock outside my kitchen pantry says it's TIME for the weekend. It has been raining most of the day and the evening fog is rolling in about now.
I slept in my car back in my younger days in order to be one of the first people in line at a house contents sale. I peeked in the window earlier in the day and saw this clock. Even though I arrived at 11pm the night before, I was #11.
Luckily I was the only one after a New Jersey clock so it all worked out fine. This is the one and only time I tried that tactic; I think it was over 25 years ago. Thanks to the Antiques Road Show you could never find anything this nice at a reasonable price today.
I am so excited that my blog won its first award for Best Blog of the Day on September 10th. My thanks to the judges!
Have a great weekend.
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