Heehee.
Wishing everyone a fabulous weekend filled with sandal-wearing weather!
Friday, February 18, 2011
This Texas Girl is Over Winter...
... so she bought these!
Heehee.
Wishing everyone a fabulous weekend filled with sandal-wearing weather!
Heehee.
Wishing everyone a fabulous weekend filled with sandal-wearing weather!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Kiel James Patrick
Last Thursday (I know... an eternity ago) was a very happy Snail Mail day. First, these three arrived on the same day (hooray!)...
... and I was also surprised by my super fun Kiel James Patrick package...
... containing this!
Kiel James Patrick bracelets are handmade in Rhode Island from 100% American materials.
I stumbled across KJP late last year while reading Tickled Pink and Green's blog. Finding the silk bracelets she featured to be very interesting, I visited his site and fell in love! I simply could not decide which one I liked best! After Muffy at The Daily Prep (the New England prep lifestyle expert) posted about how fond she was of his product I promptly ordered mine.
KJP has several cuff materials to choose from including sailor rope, tie silk, and beautiful rich fabrics, and each bracelet can be personalized with your choice of button. He also produces belts and headbands.
I chose the Caroline Lee Bouvier (named for Jackie Kennedy's younger sister). In addition to the pretty fabrics and versatile colors, those of you who know me well will understand the main reason behind my choosing this one : )
Sadly, these gems are not currently available in any store in Texas... but thankfully Benjamin Franklin created the U.S. Postal Service so even we can delight in this fabulous New England accessory.
... and I was also surprised by my super fun Kiel James Patrick package...
... containing this!
Kiel James Patrick bracelets are handmade in Rhode Island from 100% American materials.
I stumbled across KJP late last year while reading Tickled Pink and Green's blog. Finding the silk bracelets she featured to be very interesting, I visited his site and fell in love! I simply could not decide which one I liked best! After Muffy at The Daily Prep (the New England prep lifestyle expert) posted about how fond she was of his product I promptly ordered mine.
KJP has several cuff materials to choose from including sailor rope, tie silk, and beautiful rich fabrics, and each bracelet can be personalized with your choice of button. He also produces belts and headbands.
I chose the Caroline Lee Bouvier (named for Jackie Kennedy's younger sister). In addition to the pretty fabrics and versatile colors, those of you who know me well will understand the main reason behind my choosing this one : )
Sadly, these gems are not currently available in any store in Texas... but thankfully Benjamin Franklin created the U.S. Postal Service so even we can delight in this fabulous New England accessory.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
WHOO... thinks this is adorable?
Hope everyone had a love-filled Valentine's Day (hopefully full of yummy treats)...!!
So... while I understand Valentines are personal between the person giving the card and the person receiving it... I simply had to share the one I made for The Hubs this year from CB and myself... it is way too cute to keep between us... ha!
We were blessed to spend the entire day together sans baby (many thanks to my mother for watching her!) and had such an amazing time going to Starbucks, roaming around the Galleria, and having a yummy lunch. WHOO loves him to pieces? I do!
So... while I understand Valentines are personal between the person giving the card and the person receiving it... I simply had to share the one I made for The Hubs this year from CB and myself... it is way too cute to keep between us... ha!
We were blessed to spend the entire day together sans baby (many thanks to my mother for watching her!) and had such an amazing time going to Starbucks, roaming around the Galleria, and having a yummy lunch. WHOO loves him to pieces? I do!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Thanks, Kati Lynn!
Many thanks to Kati Lynn who has given me the Breathtaking Blog Award... so sweet : ) I really enjoyed learning more about her through her answers to the questions below. Here are my responses... happy reading!
Who or What Inspires You?
Tradition. To me, it means being part of something much bigger than yourself and having a connection to those who have gone before us. To quote G.K. Chesterton, "Tradition does not mean the living are dead, but that the dead are living". I find this to be a very powerful statement. Church hymns bring me great joy and I am awed by the way Scripture can provide instant peace and understanding.
What is your favorite season and why?
It is a toss up between spring and fall... which is interesting because in Texas we really only have summer and winter! I say spring because I love the feeling when the weather starts warming, you can throw on a cardigan and sandals, and actually enjoy being outside. Fall, however, brings all my other favorite things... the weather starts cooling and you can throw on a cardigan and sandals, and actually enjoy being outside (ha!), college football kicks off (Gig 'Em, Aggies) and Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday, is right around the corner.
What are you most looking forward to this year?
Accomplishing things I have put off far too long... finishing the first book in my children's series and sending it out to publishers by the summer, learning to sew, getting the house organized and keeping it that way : ) and fulfilling two of my resolutions (send Snail Mail birthday cards to my family and friends and read 25 books... I already broke my third resolution, ha!)
If you could write a book about anything what would it be about?
Right now I am working on an historical fiction series for children (details later) but I also have a Chick Lit story rolling around in my head... I would love to have expertise to write a fashion book. It would be amazing to author the Next Great American Classic... but I tend to avoid novels where either people die or you become horribly depressed while reading them... and I think at least one of those is a prerequisite for being a classic : )
What is your greatest passion?
Social studies education and historic preservation. As a history teacher, I believe it is neccessary for every citizen and resident of this country to understand why and how America was created and how our government works. The National Council for the Social Studies provides excellent resources to meet this goal. Preserving the structures of our heritage is equally as important, whether it be churches, schools, homes, or government buildings, or those that reflect the American social scene, including restaurants, theaters, and storefronts. These places can be used to teach our history... we cannot erase it so why should we bulldoze it down? For more information visit the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
If you could change one thing about your life or yourself what would it be?
Only one thing?! Hmm... without doubt my patience level. I do not really have any... not such a good way to be : (
Lastly, what is your favorite novel?
I LOVE books! While there are tons I have enjoyed, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Jellyfish Season are my favorites. Mockingbird was the first "grown-up" book I read (English I in 8th grade) and I love the story. The Jellyfish Season is a book from childhood I read every year... I am very attached to the characters. Other top choices include Colored People, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, The Education of Henry Adams, A Bear Called Paddington, and Confessions of a Shopaholic. I track my books on GoodReads and if you are an avid reader you should check out the site.
I am passing this along to three of my readers:
Who or What Inspires You?
Tradition. To me, it means being part of something much bigger than yourself and having a connection to those who have gone before us. To quote G.K. Chesterton, "Tradition does not mean the living are dead, but that the dead are living". I find this to be a very powerful statement. Church hymns bring me great joy and I am awed by the way Scripture can provide instant peace and understanding.
What is your favorite season and why?
It is a toss up between spring and fall... which is interesting because in Texas we really only have summer and winter! I say spring because I love the feeling when the weather starts warming, you can throw on a cardigan and sandals, and actually enjoy being outside. Fall, however, brings all my other favorite things... the weather starts cooling and you can throw on a cardigan and sandals, and actually enjoy being outside (ha!), college football kicks off (Gig 'Em, Aggies) and Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday, is right around the corner.
What are you most looking forward to this year?
Accomplishing things I have put off far too long... finishing the first book in my children's series and sending it out to publishers by the summer, learning to sew, getting the house organized and keeping it that way : ) and fulfilling two of my resolutions (send Snail Mail birthday cards to my family and friends and read 25 books... I already broke my third resolution, ha!)
If you could write a book about anything what would it be about?
Right now I am working on an historical fiction series for children (details later) but I also have a Chick Lit story rolling around in my head... I would love to have expertise to write a fashion book. It would be amazing to author the Next Great American Classic... but I tend to avoid novels where either people die or you become horribly depressed while reading them... and I think at least one of those is a prerequisite for being a classic : )
What is your greatest passion?
Social studies education and historic preservation. As a history teacher, I believe it is neccessary for every citizen and resident of this country to understand why and how America was created and how our government works. The National Council for the Social Studies provides excellent resources to meet this goal. Preserving the structures of our heritage is equally as important, whether it be churches, schools, homes, or government buildings, or those that reflect the American social scene, including restaurants, theaters, and storefronts. These places can be used to teach our history... we cannot erase it so why should we bulldoze it down? For more information visit the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
If you could change one thing about your life or yourself what would it be?
Only one thing?! Hmm... without doubt my patience level. I do not really have any... not such a good way to be : (
Lastly, what is your favorite novel?
I LOVE books! While there are tons I have enjoyed, To Kill a Mockingbird and The Jellyfish Season are my favorites. Mockingbird was the first "grown-up" book I read (English I in 8th grade) and I love the story. The Jellyfish Season is a book from childhood I read every year... I am very attached to the characters. Other top choices include Colored People, From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler, The Education of Henry Adams, A Bear Called Paddington, and Confessions of a Shopaholic. I track my books on GoodReads and if you are an avid reader you should check out the site.
I am passing this along to three of my readers:
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Skirts!
Spring is fast approaching (although not quickly enough for me!) and my fabulous, master-seamstress mother has agreed to fashion some amazing skirts for me!
I have already chosen (and purchased) some adorable fabrics, part of the Michael Miller Fabrics Whimsey Collection available at Cabbage Rose Quilting and Fabrics, located on the historic west side of Fort Worth. My first two skirts will be...
I cannot wait...!! I am also loving these:
AND... if you have not already fallen completely head-over-heels... check out these way-too-cute pink-and-green fabrics! The first one is my favorite!
I am not sure if the Cabbage Rose stocks the Gypsy Bandana line but if they do not you can be certain I will be ordering them online!
Also, Three Chickadees Textiles offers an amazing variety of patchwork madras... totally adore Nantucket Summer, Coastal Maine, and Silver Shores.
It is going to be a fabulous spring... hoping also for a few shift dresses and a tunic or two. I will post photos of the finished products!
I have already chosen (and purchased) some adorable fabrics, part of the Michael Miller Fabrics Whimsey Collection available at Cabbage Rose Quilting and Fabrics, located on the historic west side of Fort Worth. My first two skirts will be...
Swatches from http://www.cabbagerosequilting.com/
Swatches from www.michaelmillerfabrics.com
Swatches from http://www.michaelmillerfabrics.com/
I am not sure if the Cabbage Rose stocks the Gypsy Bandana line but if they do not you can be certain I will be ordering them online!
Also, Three Chickadees Textiles offers an amazing variety of patchwork madras... totally adore Nantucket Summer, Coastal Maine, and Silver Shores.
It is going to be a fabulous spring... hoping also for a few shift dresses and a tunic or two. I will post photos of the finished products!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Texas Prep's Kate Spade Giveaway
Ashley at Texas Prep is hosting a giveaway for an amazing Kate Spade "Heart of Gold" idiom bracelet... check out her page for details... it is fabulous!
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
LSP Series
LoneStarPrep: New England Style in the Lone Star State. As my title and tag line imply, the main purpose of this blog is to examine the prep life in Texas (and include my own personal ramblings). To stay on track I am introducing the LSP Series, a sequence of posts to do exactly that. Each entry will feature a different aspect of the prep life and topics will include lifestyle, fashion, architecture, sports, interior design, and education.... however it relates to this great state. And, because I am a history teacher, expect to see some of that, too : ) Look for the first installment soon!
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