by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I am very tired and busy unpacking and getting new things in my shop (like I promised)!I wanted to let you know that Frenchie & Flea has weeks of amazing giveaways celebrating handmade.Today I am offering one of my ruffle totes 🙂 to the winner of their...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 11, 2009 | Uncategorized
It is 1 am and I am trying to wrap up some last minute projects for Silver Bella.I have tomorrow to finish and get packed.Thursday morning (early) I will head out for my 10 hour drive to Omaha….what was I thinking???Airplane….ship my items…..think...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have so much going on right now.I am usually really good at balancing a lot of things.This time there are so many things that I almost just sit and do nothing.I don't know where to start.Many months ago one of my best friends, Amy Jo, and I bought tickets to see...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 5, 2009 | Uncategorized
I am really excited to attend Silver Bella this year.This will be my first time and I am looking forward to the art swap I am a part of, the workshops and meeting so many talented girls.I will also be selling at vendor night.I will have all of the things in my shop...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
Brave Girl Camp has made me think of many beautiful things about my life and the dreams I have for the future.I started to think about how many people I have told my dreams to.Why don't we always share our dreams?I quickly realized how many people in my life...
by Jeanne Oliver | Nov 1, 2009 | Uncategorized
I bet almost everyone in this country feels the same way…too much sugar!I can't believe how much candy the kids got this year.In the past I have even told them that I will buy them a new toy if they throw away some of the candy…it is for the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 29, 2009 | Uncategorized
Every once in awhile I love showing you little things that I find that are so lovely.I hope you find them as lovely as I do.I am also starting to really get excited for Christmas…what about you?Are you dreaming of decorating and baking?Making gifts and spending...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 27, 2009 | Uncategorized
I don't know if you remember my window seat.I posted awhile ago about my window seat makeover and how I was looking for a chandelier to hang above the seat.We bought a gorgeous chandelier a little while ago for our bathroom…and we have no motivation for the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 25, 2009 | Uncategorized
I know everyone says this.The time goes by so quickly.I remember…..really remember…. the day Madolyn was born. She was 4 1/2 weeks early and she was an emergency c-section. I remember like it was only a few months ago. It couldn't have been seven years...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 22, 2009 | Uncategorized
I have to admit that coming back from Brave Girl Camp has been an emotional roller coaster ride.My heart and mind came home so full of ideas, joy, creations, promises, truths.It has been hard to find a rhythm this week. Hard to do school, laundry, pay bills and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 21, 2009 | Uncategorized
I started off my second day at Brave Girl Camp with an early hike with some of the girls. Idaho reminds me so much of Colorado and I really felt at home.Because I have three younger children at home it isn't often that I am out taking a walk as the sun is coming...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 18, 2009 | Uncategorized
This is a hard post to write because there is so much in my heart that I will never be able to express to you.I got home Saturday evening and every time I talk about the week I get tears in my eyes.It was just amazing.I will try to tell you little bits and pieces...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 11, 2009 | Uncategorized
Have you ever woken up….looked in the mirror….and not recognized yourself?Have you ever wondered what happened to you?Where did THAT girl go?I had such an interesting conversation with a friend this week.She is a stay at home mom with one child.She is...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
On Sunday we met some of our good friends to go pick pumpkins.We drove 1 1/2 hours. When we got there it was freezing and I hadn't checked the weather for this town…and didn't bring any jackets (my husband had brought his winter coat).Mother of the year....
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
I do not feel like cooking in the summer.I leave it to my husband to grill and I add a salad to it.I don't know what it is….but as soon as fall arrives I am wanting to bake and cook more.I want to nest and fluff the whole house.I am wanting to paint right...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
Family Photos.With these two little words do you rush for a carton of cigarettes and a bottle of liquor?I have to admit that typically I find them a little stressful.Sure…easy to get the three kids coordinated and looking good…but throw me and my husband...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 5, 2009 | Uncategorized
I love traditions and making memories with people I love.I love that there are certain things that we do as a family that the children look forward to all year.One of the traditions I have with Madolyn is "Girl's Day".This was our fourth year celebrating...
by Jeanne Oliver | Oct 2, 2009 | Uncategorized
I am loving this color. This aqua or turquoise color. This makes such a fabulous accent color. I have bought a few things recently in this color and it looks so stunning in my house.I purchased a huge birdcage, vintage wooden chair and an angel…very large...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 30, 2009 | Uncategorized
First of all I want to thank all of you that made my fall collection such a huge success.Honestly…I was smiling for weeks.I am now busy trying to get ready for Silver Bella so I will not be adding anything new until I get back.In honor of you, fall, me 😉 and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 28, 2009 | Uncategorized
I love the details.I love the little extra touches in this world. I love color, good food, fabrics, architecture, friendship, laughter, exploring. I love vintage treasures. I love the search for those treasures. Awhile ago I told you of my heartbreak that a trip was...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 24, 2009 | Uncategorized
I like to think that I do my part.I mean…I bring my reusable grocery bag into the store…ok…some of the time.I haven't used Aqua Net since 1989. That has to count for something!I don't throw garbage out the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 22, 2009 | Uncategorized
Awhile back I purchased a vintage, French grain sack. I have tons of pillows and in all honesty…I didn't want to cut it up.I decided that framing it would be the perfect solution and I could show it off and look at it all the time.That was months ago.I...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 17, 2009 | Uncategorized
As the weather is getting cooler I love the endless possibilities of layers. Hats, scarves, sweaters, coats….all the little extras that make an outfit really stand out.Summer wardrobes are a little plain jane for me….fall is really my fashion...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 16, 2009 | Uncategorized
I know I have not shown you any photos from our trip to Boston, Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard.Would you believe that I have not even gone through the photos yet?It is true!They will be coming…maybe at Christmas time….but they are coming.I had to show...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 13, 2009 | Uncategorized
Today, with my pumpkin spice latte in hand, we drove 2 hours away to an apple farm.Yes, we could have gone to the grocery store and bought apples ….but this was a little more fun.I would like to point out that we were about to drop the two youngest on the side...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
On Saturday I went to the Paris Street Market with my sister. I found some really great pieces for my office and home. What I obviously found is a lot of ……HATS! I really like fall….REALLY. The accessories alone make it great. Boots, scarves,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 7, 2009 | Uncategorized
If you have been reading my blog for awhile you know that we homeschool our children. Sometimes I am amazed at our decision, how it was made and the joy and ease it has added to our life…but that is another post. We will officially begin our school year...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 3, 2009 | Uncategorized
Sometimes I am reminded of all the things I take for granted. How many times have I let opportunities pass me because I was just being lazy? How many times have I been too hard on my body and judged it instead of rejoicing in it's beauty? When was the last...
by Jeanne Oliver | Sep 1, 2009 | Uncategorized
Before #3 we used this room as our school room. I loved the green we had painted it so when we found out that #3 was going to be a boy I just wanted to add a few things to it. We (ok…I had nothing to do with it) added the bead board and I painted the...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 30, 2009 | All
Summer is not winding down unless we are off picking berries at Berry Patch Farms. This has been a tradition I have had with the children since Jack was a toddler. We are usually met each year by friends and this year my sister and her two...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 25, 2009 | All
It is finally here! I am exhausted and my house looks like a tornado hit it…but I am beyond excited for what I am bringing you this season. A lot of planning went into this collection and I hope you adore the extra touches as much as I do. There will still be...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 23, 2009 | All
I am . I am going to an art retreat and I don't know any of the other women…yet:-) I know I will make friends right away though. Melody Ross is hosting the retreat and teaching the workshops. I have always admired her creativity and...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 19, 2009 | All
On our way to Massachusetts and back we had connecting flights. We had a LOT of time to spend in the airport. I love to watch people. Seriously. My husband has to get my attention because I will be STARING at people so captivated by what is going on and I have...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 17, 2009 | All
(originally posted January 25, 2009) Has there ever been a word that people have called you and you don't know how to embrace it? A beautiful word? A word that has so much meaning to you? I come from a family of painters, dancers,...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 13, 2009 | All
(Originally posted on February 18, 2009) Inga may be a little Swedish. She may also have a little accent. It wouldn't be surprising if she wears a French maid outift when others are not looking. Inga doesn't eat that much….she has...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 10, 2009 | All
(Originally posted July 18, 2008) I recently bought The Prairie Girl's Guide To Life by Jennifer Worick. It has many fun projects and tips. My family decided to try the homemade ice cream last night. Lets just...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
(originally posted December 30, 2008) …Don't worry my husband knows. If you have read about this man, their marriage, their love maybe you have fallen a little for him (and her too). Anytime a man writes a beautiful love note to his wife...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 8, 2009 | Uncategorized
The clothes are all packed. The suitcases are by the front door. The camera is charged and ready to go. We are off to Boston and then Cape Cod. We are so excited and the kids will be able to see so many historical sites that they learned about this...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 6, 2009 | Uncategorized
I grew up with a mother that loved old movies. Saturdays would always include my mom ironing and watching old movies. She was also known to bribe us to go to the drug store to get her a hershey bar with almonds. Did your mom iron all your clothes? My mom did! My dad...
by Jeanne Oliver | Aug 4, 2009 | Uncategorized
You know how they say you can be "fashionably" late for a party? Then you can just be plain late? I'm just plain late. Summer+Me=No idea of the date. Seriously. Just be glad I wasn't hosting the party..that would have just been...
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