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Monday, May 28, 2012

Outdoor Dining

I love hosting outdoor dinner parties. The more casual the better. 
Just good food, great company and of course, the perfect decor.


Check out these pictures for a little Summer inspiration.









Happy Memorial Day! 
Thank you to all the wonderful service men and women
 whose sacrifices made our freedom possible.

~Amy

Friday, March 16, 2012

Back In The Swing Of Things

It's the most wonderful thing, going on vacation. Visiting with family, going back to the places you love! I had an amazing 10 days. Meeting my new little nephew, spending cherished time with my grandparents. It's just never enough time...















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Oh, and wait... the sweetest part...


Love, Love, Love.


Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Terrarium Dreams

I've been thinking about what to plant in my terrarium. I was so eager Saturday that I went outside in search for some mossy pieces and had forgotten that the ground is still frozen solid. Yes, I did remember after yanking on a beautiful green, fuzzy mound that wouldn't budge. It was a good reminder to wait and have patience so I went back in and decided to look up some inspiration instead!... It's always helpful to look through photographs and see what other people have come up with. Here's a few that stood out.

This one I came across at a blog called Sprout Home Brooklyn. Sadly they haven't posted since 2011....But there's some really nice things to look at so I suggest a visit! I love the texture in this one, all the different shades of green. And check out the layered sand...





And it never did occur to me to use simple jars, but I love this one here...Very simple and really pretty! Click on the link to visit Unruly Things. 
She has a really great write up on terrariums and other fabulous things!! 




I also love the idea of a few small ones displayed together, like a mini-inside-garden. (Would be a perfect way to grow herbs from seed!!) Find this idea and more at Apartment Therapy. (Look at that sweet kitty... Sure makes the atmosphere of this apartment seem warm and cozy :))




My hubby and I will be traveling to Florida soon so I'm hoping to bring back a few small finds to display in my terrarium as well, perhaps small shells, sea glass, and such. Here are some with a touch of the ocean. This one's like a tiny walk-on-the-beach! 




And these... although they don't host plants yet, I love how the seller displayed them here. 
A great rendition of a message-in-a-bottle!




The possibilities are really endless. Whatever one creates. So fun!
Have a wonderful Tuesday, hope you're well!
~Amy


PS...I'll leave you with this. How precious!



Need I say more??




Sunday, February 19, 2012

Slowing Down

It's amazing what you miss in everyday life when you're running around crazy and not taking time to see the beauty in the small things. Today we took a hike and I made every effort to forget work tomorrow, forget the dishes in the sink, forget the projects I have backed up....
and just relax and enjoy the simple things.

(And photograph them to share with you..)

When you stop and really look, you'll see things in a whole different light.
 I encourage you to try. 
















Take it easy.
~Amy

Vintage Finds

As an addition to my thrifting post last Saturday, here is a look in to my vintage finds.

I posted photographs from West Elm a couple weeks back and was so in love with the pedestal terrarium...



I looked for a couple weeks and yesterday...I found this one!!!!...



And this little one...


This little guy will be on the shop come spring!

Here's an inside look at other fresh new items that will be available at Chestnut Hill Vintage soon...







My Spring Collection will be available starting March 1st!

And with that said, the best part of my thrift outing was spending time with my hubby. We work opposite shifts during the week so to have a day with no other commitments was simply perfect! 

Enjoy the rest of your weekend,
Amy