quick peeks The big junk market event is finally here! The fourth annual Junk Bonanza is in Shakopee, Minnesota — next door to Minneapolis/St. Paul. Over 100 juried vendors from across the country are selling amazing treasures — perfect for decorating in the vintage or “junk market style.” The extraordinary Ki Nassuer, co-editor of the [...]
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August 16, 2009
French Millinery Magic
Happiness in not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement in the thrill of creative effort. ~Franklin. D. Roosevelt (Note: There are many spectacular images capturing the amazing beauty of Chateau Dumas and surrounding villages. Please allow time for your computer to load the images so that you don’t miss [...]
August 9, 2009
The Fabulous French Straw Hat
Be like Curious George, start with a question and look under the yellow hat to find what’s there. ~James Collins (Note: There are many spectacular images capturing the amazing beauty of Chateau Dumas and surrounding villages. Allow time for your computer to load the images so that you don’t miss any. This is the sixth in the [...]
June 12, 2009
Vintage Artisan Bread Bags {les sacs de pain
If thou tastest a crust of bread, thou tastest all the stars and all the heavens. ~Robert Browning tasteful simplicity Frequently, the most satisfying meal features a simple loaf of freshly-baked bread. What says “welcome home” or “I am so glad you are here for dinner” more than the heart-warming aroma of bread that greets your family and friends [...]
May 1, 2009
Blissful Lavender Pomanders
Making simple, but elegant lavender pomanders using large vintage crystal shakers, millinery, silk ribbons and some embellishments helps to create memories at Rose Cottage. Find out how we did it by scrounging around the cupboards for some inspiration!
March 6, 2009
A is for {Grandmother’s} Amazing Aprons
Aprons are not just sentimental keepsakes. Rather, they are practical and useful “tools” for everyday.
February 20, 2009
Got Magic?…Believe…Bloom!
Creating new “magic” with the old in the everyday. Each of us has creativity to turn the ordinary into the extra-ordinary!
