When Bruce and I first started decorating our first home, we both developed a bit of an obsession with green-handled kitchen utensils. Maybe it was from watching one too many Julia Child cooking shows, which sparked a love for all things vintage in the kitchen. Or perhaps it was the charming, functional design of these […]
The Charm of a Cobbler’s Bench
A cobbler was once a skilled craftsman who repaired shoes, and today, their benches can be found in antique stores. These benches often have a seat for the cobbler, along with little drawers and slots to store tools. Now, they make perfect display pieces or unique tables, ideal for a dining room or living room. […]
A Surprise Bloom
Much to my wonder, my heirloom roses are in bloom already. Only 2 weeks earlier than last year… I’m sure the 90-degree heat we’ve had is adding to the popping. I say global warming. . . but alas, I’m just a designer.
Antiques in Corry
This week’s expedition was Corry, PA. We heard of a new antique mall at the Ruff Acres Antique Roadshow and decided to go for a road trip. Bruce failed to tell me about the length of the drive. Note to readers: I revert to a seven-year-old on road trips that are longer than 20 minutes. […]
Snopatamus
Living in Western New York, we have multitudes and mounds of snow to play in. Today we tackled the notorious Snopatamus. Our version of the Hippopotamus and Snowman. When building a Snopatamus, it’s essential to make him big enough for everyone to ride!