Craft room with fireplace and dog bed in a Greenwich Village townhouse that is for sale. Before you get too excited and look at the other amazing rooms, be advised the price is in excess of eleven million dollars. See the listing here. It doesn't cost anything to look and you might get an idea or two for your own home.
Friday, December 15, 2017
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Sheepish Sheep and Hard Boiled Eggs
They look a little startled. I wish I could read their minds. The two sets of twins are adorable, aren't they?
I should have posted a photo with chickens for those of you who have an abundance of fresh eggs. Do you ever complain about how hard they are to peel when you hard cook them for deviled eggs or egg salad? I know it's a big problem. I just got an Instant Pot electric pressure cooker and have been playing around with it. I had been thinking about getting one ever since I listened to a segment on NPR with Melissa Clark, the NY Times Food columnist and cookbook author. So far I have made soymilk yogurt and garbanzo beans, starting out with dried ones that I soaked overnight. Both turned out wonderfully. I am excited about my quest to get maximum nutrition without adding cans and cartons to the landfill. The link above is just to show you the model I purchased. If you cook for a big family, you might need the 8 quart model. I also got Melissa Clark's cookbook for this device and a glass lid to turn it into a slow cooker. This is not a sponsored post. You can purchase from any seller you want.
Watch this video and see how easily the eggs peel. You don't save any time in the cooking process but will in the peeling process. I can't wait to try this. You can cook as many eggs as you like by piling them in a pyramid. Do you already have an Instant Pot? How do you like it? xo
Here's the link in case you cannot see the video.
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
My Latest Christmas Find
I was out and about yesterday ducking in here and there and found this amazing old Mercury Glass Christmas tree on a tin base with a tin star at my favorite charity shop. I found the old glass votives there earlier this year. The Peace tray was a find at another shop last year. I put my feather tree in my kitchen this year and I'm liking it in the middle of my farm table but have yet to get a photo that does it justice. I'll keep trying and post one soon. My rosemary topiary is doing well as are all the cuttings from this mother plant that are getting quite mature. I love this type of indoor gardening for the winter. Today is the first really cold day and when I got up the thermometer was in the single digits. It has "warmed up" to 22° at 10:00 so I really can't complain. See you later. xo
I posted this on my Instagram yesterday if you want to take a peek at my feed.
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
The Stockings Are Hung
These stocking hooks are adorable and the mantel looks wonderful. A fireplace in the kitchen or dining room is always a wonderful thing. via
Stunning All Marble Bathroom
Image from Architectural Digest Photo by Simon Upton. Studio Peregalli Design.
This room is a masterpiece in every way. It's like a Roman Bath.
This room is a masterpiece in every way. It's like a Roman Bath.
Monday, December 11, 2017
Stone Cottage: Highlands of Scotland
I adore this photo and would love to know more about this tiny Scottish Highlands Cottage with its stone steps and steep stone walls. The stone mason who constructed it certainly knew what he was doing, and it has stood the test of time. via
Sunday, December 10, 2017
First Snow 2017
It started snowing yesterday (Saturday) about 10:00 in the morning and continued all day and into the night. I think we got around 6 inches. I took this photo this morning just before 8:00 when the sun was just appearing from behind the clouds. The railing has already melted and the temperature is almost above freezing so the melting can begin. I am going to let Mother Nature do as much as she can before I get out my shovel. It's very peaceful and beautiful. Enjoy your Sunday morning and I'll see you later. xo
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Christmas Simplicity
I love the origami star. This little tree says Christmas Simplicity so very well. via
Friday, December 8, 2017
Christmas Tree Grove with Snow
Snow expected overnight here with 2 to 4 inches tomorrow. I guess the snow down south is coming my way. via
Thursday, December 7, 2017
Beatrix Potter: Rabbits in Snow w/ Sleds
Beatrix Potter watercolors.
So Charming!
I never get tired of her images, do you?
via and google images
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Stone Barn Converted to Guest Cottage and Library
All photos by Paul Massey
Wanting a place to display her treasured collection, Emma Burns, senior decorator at Sibyl Colefax & John Fowler, transformed a converted barn at her country home into a sitting-room-cum-guest-cottage full of hidden surprises and witty details...tour the inside here.
Christmas Decorations with Snow
This setting is wonderful. I love the door and the Christmas wreath. I don't understand the little garage for boots though. If you took them off before entering the house, what would you have on your feet? There is still a lot of snow before reaching the front door. via
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Sun on A Shingle Style Porch
The morning light shining on the porch of this shingle style home is exceedingly beautiful, isn't it? via
Monday, December 4, 2017
Evergreen Coconut Cake Topper
This little evergreen sprig looks perfect with a twine bow on top of a coconut cupcake that looks like it's covered in snow. via
Copper Pots Hanging From A Pot Rack
I have a "thing" for old copper pots and how people display them. This rod hanging from eye hooks between the beams is very nice. Hopefully, this is not the only sink in the kitchen! Smile. via
Sunday, December 3, 2017
Kitchen with Open Fire
I don't really understand the open fire on the cooktop. It looks dangerous to me. I love the baby's laundry hanging out to dry up high. via
Saturday, December 2, 2017
Beautiful Christmas Cookie Scene
So pretty. I love this Christmas Scene made of iced cookies and powdered sugar. I have the perfect background board but will I make one of these? Sadly, probably not. via
Friday, December 1, 2017
Field Mice Singing Christmas Carols
from THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS by Kenneth Grahame,
illustration by Inga Moore
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Scottsdale Arizona Rustic French Country Kitchen
This Rustic Arizona Kitchen Feels Like a French Countryside Vacation. The steel French doors are my favorite part of this construction project. Do want! See more inspiring photos and read the article in House Beautiful. This empty-nesting couple really downsized in style.
Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Spectacular Kitchen
I adore the backsplash with tiny subway tiles and everything else too. This kitchen is simply spectacular. via
Black Bunnies
Have you ever seen a black rabbit? I have not. The portrait of the two Black Otter Rex Rabbits was found on Google Images. They certainly are beautiful, aren't they? I have always heard rabbits make good house pets and their only bad habit is chewing on the electric cords and that always scared me. I guess you have to keep them contained, especially if you are raising them for show competitions. This pen looks soft and cozy.
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