Two Homes * Two Sisters * One Blog
One of us can sew. The other can't. We'll let you try to figure out which is which. But whether you can sew or not, sometimes it's just a drag to well drag out the sewing machine or needle and thread. Here are several fabulous No Sew Projects that will have you fooling everyone into believing you spend all day bent over a sewing … [Read more...]
It's that time of year where light and airy skirts are coming out to play. Hi!! It's me Angelina from JoJo and Eloise and I am so excited to be here, At the Picket Fence. I am all about SKIRTS. Making them, wearing them, and shopping for them. They have to be one of the prettiest pieces of clothing ever. They are so versatile in their wear. … [Read more...]
I love a good makeover. The kind where the plain girl who's been quietly going through life half hoping no one ever notices her, half hoping that someday will be her day to be transformed and swept off her feet by the handsome football player, or maybe Prince Charming himself! That was kind of like the Stratford … [Read more...]
Hello Picket Fencers!!! This is Angelina from JoJo and Eloise and I am so excited to be back here visiting with you again. Spring! Spring! It's finally here and I couldn't be happier! Seriously, this has to the most beautiful time of year. The temperatures are just right, flowers are beginning to bloom, the birds are Sweetly Chirping and … [Read more...]
So, have you ever found yourself standing at the check out line or a fabric counter and the clerk, trying to make small talk while cutting small squares of lace, asks what you are going to make with the fabric you are buying? Excitedly you tell her about this idea you saw in Better Homes and Gardens for Lace Dyed Easter Eggs. How they took … [Read more...]
There are many wonderful things about living out in the country. Beautiful views. Peace and quiet. Seeing the stars at night. There are some not so great things about living in the country. No place to just grab a gallon of milk...or a box of Hot Tamales. Cows wandering through your yard. Yes. Yes they do. And no … [Read more...]
One of my favorite features of my recent kitchen remodel, is my window seat. I was sad that it wasn't part of the Better Homes and Gardens feature, and I've had several people ask to see the "rest of the kitchen", which is where the window seat sits. There's something special and romantic about a window seat. And, even better a window seat … [Read more...]
It's so easy during Valentine's Day to get wrapped up in expensive gift giving. Now don't get me wrong, I love roses and perfume and jewelry as much as the next girl but I also love sweet, simple gifts as well. Like this Love Mug that you can easily make yourself! All you need is an inexpensive mug, paint pens and an … [Read more...]
I'll never forget it. We strolled down the steep path that meandered behind the cabins. I'm pretty sure he held my hand...in fact I know he did. I could feel my palms getting clammy and wishing I could wipe them on my shorts. I couldn't help but wonder where we were going...and that nagging worry in the back of my mind, "what if … [Read more...]
I know our minds are drifting towards Christmas. We're already unpacking the ornaments, garland and lights in our minds, if we haven't already begun in our homes. Maybe you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner so you are putting off the Christmas decorating until the last car pulls out of the driveway. You possibly have those … [Read more...]
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