A smashing success! I would like to thank my viewers, for being very kind and resisting the urge to tear apart my projects or me for that matter, especially when blogging details may have been perfectly clear to me and no one else. ... continue reading...
Blizzard Vacation
Weeks ago, while planning our New Mexico mountain vacation, we were hoping to see a few snow flakes. That was long before the blizzard named Goliath became headline news. ... continue reading...
Say Cheese
Cheese trays are such a delight to create. Deciding on the cheese to serve is only half the fun. I love exploring new varieties but always leave room for one or two of my revered favorites. I almost consider cheese to be its very own food group. What could be better than a great bottle of wine, a baguette and cheese! When surveying the cheese counter, I think about varying the flavors and textures. Then I imagine how each cheese will pair and mingle with other accompaniments, such as ... continue reading...
Winter White Plaid Pillow
Thistle Key Lane has a new look! I'm very excited about the new layout with the easy to read menu and wide photos. Thank you for stopping by to see my latest project. Trending now: Large wide zippers. Catching my attention in the fashion world these days, are wide zippers on skirts, sweaters and even lacy dresses. Zippers are becoming part of the design in so many creative ways. In some instances, turning what was once considered a formal look into something playful and sporty. Why not ... continue reading...
Decorating the Mantel
I forgot what its like to survive the holiday season with a puppy. Maybe a better description of wee Angus, would be a furry wrecking ball. The challenge of decorating has definitely moved up a notch. It's as if I'm caught up in a "Mission: Impossible" dream. Should I choose to accept the mission, no telling what will self destruct within 5 seconds. ... continue reading...
First Commissioned Work
Recently, I received my first request to paint a piece of furniture, naturally I was thrilled. I have been looking for the opportunity to paint a piece of furniture for a “ real client”. While the new client was saying, “let me know how much…”, I was thinking, I just couldn’t charge for my first commissioned work. What a relief that it was a step stool and not an armoire! ... continue reading...