Category Archives: Holidays

My first-ever (annual?) cookie swap!

Posted on January 3, 2014 by Janet

I mentioned in my holiday wrap-up that I hosted my first-ever cookie exchange party on December 8. Have you ever attended – or hosted – one of these? I hadn’t attended one for many years – and had never hosted … Continue reading →

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Pink and ivory for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Janet

It’s time for another trip around Grandma Verdie’s antique table… I’ve made this my “go-to girl” for seasonal or holiday-themed displays. So far we’ve seen a Spring tablescape, a bit of Christmas sparkle, and the clean, crisp look of blue … Continue reading →

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No no no no n- well, okay

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Janet

Have you ever got “stuck” with something on Ebay because people were bidding against you and darn it, you just weren’t going to let them have it cheap? No? Maybe it’s just me… Anyway, recently while scouring a flea market … Continue reading →

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Christmas with Old Country Roses

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Janet

Okay I am sort of not really thinking of my table settings as “tablescapes,” because honestly, all I do really is set the table. But you have to understand, using a tablecloth and clearing the table of electronics before eating … Continue reading →

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