Halloween has never been a really big holiday to me, until about 10 yrs ago when we moved to this neighborhood. Each year, people drag out grills, tables and chairs and turn the street into one big party. It's a great way to get to know neighbors and it has made our street quite popular. One gal a few houses away used to set up a haunted yard with … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2011
Covering a Lampshade
October 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I don't know if you have seen the new Somerset Home mag but this issue is really nice! I love their pictures and am always inspired by one of their magazines. I have to keep a paper and pencil next to me while I look because my brain is just a whirlwind of ideas. I don't know how you create but my creativity happens all the time and usually when I … [Read more...]
Check Out This Giveaway
October 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One of the most beautiful sites I follow is French Country Cottage....beautiful pictures of what you wish your house looked like....as opposed to mine right now! Courtney is doing a great giveaway with a book from one of the most celebrated designers of our time....Carolyn Rohem. Next to John Saladino, and Mark Hampton.....she is one of my faves. … [Read more...]
Starting Out Badly…Ending Well
October 26, 2011 By 4 Comments
I hate days that start on an off note, don't you? Because my experience has been that they tend to go downhill from there. Well, this one didn't and I am so glad!Last night, I was very excited to find that I had made my first sales on both of my Etsy sites. I sold some French Script Paper Ribbon..... And then, I sold a Shabby Bag.... So I went to … [Read more...]
Glittered Christmas Ball Tutorial
October 24, 2011 By 4 Comments
I hope you had a nice weekend. I did. My hubby knows we won't go out much unless we have a reason because I always worry about whether the house will still be standing if we leave the Mongolian Horde home alone...so, he bought us season tickets to the symphony! I love the symphony...there is no comparison to hearing gorgeous music played live. … [Read more...]
Burlap Table Tutorial
October 21, 2011 By 32 Comments
The all time favorite piece from my recent Porch Sale had to be this burlap topped table.... I realize there is a glare but when I took the pic it seemed OK and the table sold a few hours later so I didn't have another chance. Sorry! But, this was the most popular piece of the day and I wanted to share with you how easy it is to … [Read more...]
Whew!
October 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
In case you missed what I said....whew!! Boy am I tuckered! The Porch Sale was a huge success...I hope you didn't miss it. Sold off almost all the furniture and people are emailing me about pieces I have left. The good news is NOW I GET TO FIND MORE FURNITURE! Yay! I Love, Love, Love helping people fill their homes with beautiful things. And I … [Read more...]
Porch Sale Day One
October 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Je suis tres fatigue mais tres heureux.......( I am very tired but very happy). Happy day one is over! But also so happy with the wonderful support I received. Thanks to everyone who came, even if only to browse. This is only the second Porch Sale of my new adventure and it has been so much fun! I have so enjoyed repurposing old furniture into new … [Read more...]
I'm Lorraine. I have a love for home & design and I enjoy sharing that passion with others. I'm so glad you're here to join me.
email: missflibbertigibbet@gmail.com
