“I pinkie swear…. … that when I am off duty chaperoning and doing this… … while the musicians are in their all day clinics doing this … … and if I feel like a lucky hand might come my way … … I might be inclined to empty this… … and change it in for this … … and if I do, I promise I will give half of my winnings to the high school’s Instrumental Music Department. I am… [Read More]
Back at the end of January I wrote a post regarding my love of Bermuda Bags. I was overjoyed when I found that Inthepinkonline.com was selling them as a pre-order set of three reversible covers and even more thrilled to see that they were Lilly’s Jubilee patterns! They finally arrived! First, I was amazed to find them packaged so beautifully in this bright pink box with a vinyl window. It reminded me of a doll box and was so pretty… [Read More]
“To pack or not to pack? That is the question.”For your mid-summer’s night get-away.$19.99Amazon-upon-Avon 
A Little Black Dress of jewelry rolls.Classic and understated.$12.97 I want this…..Sequin Starfish Cuff $198 …to go in this…..…or this. Can either say “summer” more?Both Vera. $35 & $48, respectively. “I’ll be right there!” One last peek in the mirror. Gorgeous.$39 “Talk to me, Harry Winston, tell me all about it!”A fully loaded jewelry case given to you for your crossing on the QE2 for… [Read More]
High tea.Those two simple words evoke visions of crisp white linens, a bud vase with a single perfect bloom, gleaming silver, the aroma of warm, sweet cream scones accompanied by a pool of ruby hued preserves and fluffy clouds of Devonshire cream.Oh yes, and tea. When the little bundle of joy has arrived.An invitation to a “Sip & See Party”. For those of us who prefer to take tea whilst we oogle.“Thank you, you have been such a lovely hostess…. [Read More]
Thank you Posh Momma for your sweet thoughtfulness in sending me a Sisterhood Award! I would like to send this in turn to Ronda of Stella’s Mom; Preppy 101; Tickled Pink and Green; and Preppy Player. There are others I would like to include but I will let others share the love. So if there is someone special who brightens your day, please feel free to share this with them. Ronda has such a love of dogs along with her… [Read More]
There are some movies that make me feel warm and cozy. They usually have traditional exteriors and interiors that resonate with me. One funny coincidence, is the house in the movie The Father of the Bride (1991). I have passed by this house so often while growing up that it was on my mythical list of houses I must own someday. This New England Federal style house stood out among the California stucco. When watching the movie for the first… [Read More]
Figuratively speaking, and will return after spring break. Have a lovely week.
… I wish it included this.” “I’ll take two!”Tiffany Oyster Charm18K gold – $850 Oyster wishing music: “Sitting on the dock of the bay” – Otis Reading
Kimmeron Designs Add a Charm – $45 Shoe Charm – $248 Sterling Palm – $65 New England Charm $265 Sterling Duckling – $85Little girl version – $45 Twilight Bracelet – $85 Pearls are a girl’s best friend….Pearls and white topaz – $85 Pearls and pink tourmaline $148 All photos link to the item’s webpage. Work that wrist, girlfriend!: “Semi-Charmed” – Third Eye Blind
“Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way when you criticize them, you will be a mile away and you will have their shoes.” Walk a Mile flat card – $7.50(10 notecards w/ matching ‘adorable’ envelope) Keep your stride with: “25 Miles” – Edwin Miles
Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
Bridal Shower Gifts and Wrapping Ideas
Make-Ahead Frozen Buttercream Cake Decorations
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
“The Best Ever – Blue Ribbon Winning – Chocolate Layer Cake – In All The Land”!
Gift Basket Ideas For A Silent Auction
Colonial Williamsburg Sweet Potato Muffins
“Be Still My (Meringue) Heart” Cookies
