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The Week's Finds

posted July 31, 2010 in Hometown Girl

Here are a few goodies I came across this week. I liked this little pottery container for storage. The labels were too cute to pass up, a couple medals, that huge yellow pin caught my eye. I loved the old Bingo game. I may make some little craft kit (read full article)

Thai Dessert History

posted July 26, 2010 in Thai Dessert

Thai desserts are well known for their taste sensations which are as impressive as their appearance. Their appealing looks reflect the nature of the Thais who are neat and meticulous. Desserts have been among the favourites of the Thais for hundreds (read full article)

Herbfest 2010

posted July 25, 2010 in Equal Opportunity Kitchen

I had an excellent day at Herbfest today. Perfect weather, great demonstrations, beautiful grounds, tasty food and generally a good combination of vendors (the parking left something to be desired). According to their website, "Herbfest has been an (read full article)

Saturday Morning Tea on Sunday

posted July 25, 2010 in Art and Tea

On this hazy summer morning in my pleasantly cooled kitchen, I’m lazily sipping a Chinese green tea called Chun Mee. Traditionally, the Chinese have always been quite fond of rolling the tea leaf into various shapes and then naming the tea acc (read full article)

Return to the Guild and ATCs

posted July 06, 2010 in Art and Tea

A couple of Saturdays ago I was delighted to attend a meeting of the Rhode Island Polymer Clay Guild, or RIPCG, for short. I had become a member back in the fall of 2002 and happily went to the monthly meetings until around 2008-2009 when I had to t (read full article)

The Boys' Room

posted July 03, 2010 in Hometown Girl

I've been meaning to post pictures of the boys' room and have kind of been waiting until I come across some bedding. I haven't had much luck finding what I want so for now they have a cream feather quilt and a few pillows we had alread (read full article)

Ace Of Cakes Book Contest!

I haven't done a cookbook giveaway in AGES, and I apologize about that. And the book that I am giving away today isn't exactly a cookbook, but the behind the scenes look at what happens at that wacky, amazing place called Charm City Cakes. I will (read full article)

Summer Entertaining: DIY Simple Summer Table Setting

posted June 19, 2010 in The Busy Budgeting Mama

I love this table setting and video from Remodelista.com.  simple, lovely and budget friendly ideas to kick your summer entertaining up a notch! take a vase or jar and load with fresh flowers from your garden (or from the store.. the more (read full article)

Vietri Plates Bring Italy into Your Home

posted June 09, 2010 in Simple Italian Cooking

Vietri is a company which has made it possible for those around the world to appreciate the work of Italian artisans through handcrafted dinnerware decor. You can find many of their products showcased at online merchants such as Amazon.com. QUALITY V (read full article)

A Guest Bedroom Makeover on a budget!

posted June 03, 2010 in The Busy Budgeting Mama

Myhomeideas.com shared some great tips on transforming a guest bedroom on a budget!! if you are lucky enough to have a spare bedroom...stop it from being the catch all space and really utilize the space! Follow these tips to turn your storage s (read full article)

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