February Photo-a-Day | Week One

One // sunset over the garden

Two // the newly bloomed amaryllis by lamplight

Three // how to clean a wool rug (the snow must be just right: thick dry powder, freshly fallen)

the dog gets the same treatment.

Four // Tiger, and the clean rug drying in the sun

Five // working on the plumbing in -10° f

Six // table still life - the blow drier is our lifeline when something needs to be thawed out.

 

Seven // practice, practice, practice.  Also, sis made her blouse and vest.

Eight // oh yes, oh yes, it's the big february swing dance!  Best ever.

Last week was long and cold and exhausting, to be frank.  The temperatures dropped to 20 below and colder with the whipping wind, the pipes froze, and when we finally got them running again, the drains were ice too.  Five days of battling the plumbing made us that much more thankful for the beautiful sight of hot water disappearing down the tub drain at last.

Thankful for good friends with helping hands.  Thankful for the weekend, which brought fabulous dancing and a sleepover with Tasha afterword to discuss all the details.  Imperative.

"That the Miss Lucases and the Miss Bennets should meet to talk over a ball was absolutely necessary..."

--Pride and Prejudice 

Now, it's full steam ahead for the Literary Heroine Blog Party.  Excited?  I sure am!

The trouble with Poets - Valentine Blogger Stylist's Collective

I'm excited to announce our second Blogger Stylist's Collective - Valentine's Day edition!
You may remember the first BSC, which was held last summer - it was an absolute joy, and I'm delighted to introduce some new faces as part of this season's collaboration.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, take a look at their unique and fabulous takes on the Ivory Tulle skirt from Kellie Falconer.

Do visit them all and say hi!

Jessica, Brigid, and Charlotte of Boyer Family Singers

Carly of Walk in the Park

As part of the BSCollective, we're running a shop special for $10.00 off any skirt order till Feb 28th, and as always, free shipping to the US.

Enter code

ACCORDION2KELLIE

at checkout for the discount!

Ivory tulle skirt // Kellie Falconer Design
sheer floral blouse // made by me
jacket // Modcloth
belt // forever 21      heels // thrifted

Valentine's is all very well for romance, couples, and celebrating love, but I've never really related to those single ladies who hate February 14th.  I adore it.

I kind of like to own it in my own way - hearts and flowers and chocolate, all favorites of mine - maybe a crazy brilliant song that makes me smile (the trouble with poets - absolute favorite right now).

No matter your current place in life, never be afraid to put on an outfit that makes you feel fabulous,  do something fun, and always, always know that you are loved.

Announcing the 4th Annual Literary Heroine Blog Party!

You are cordially invited. . . 

To the Fourth annual Literary Heroine Blog Party!

~ February 16-28 ~

Are you enthralled with the charming stories of heroines of yesteryear? Do you thrill at the sight of a lovely, century-old book? Have you ever read a favorite novel up in the airy retreat of a graceful tree? Do you often catch yourself thinking of the inhabitants of Orchard House or Pemberley as not only very real, but intimate friends? If so, I hope you will plan on joining me for this exciting online party.

There will be, as always, an enormous giveaway, and this year I have several additional surprises in store... be watching my various social media platforms (find them all at the top of the sidebar), for updates.

Read all of the fabulous entries from years past!
2013
2012
2011
This has become such a fun tradition for me, as every year on my birthday the LHBP is posted and scores of lovely ladies around the world link up their entries to the blog party quiz.
Celebrating our shared passion for heroism, femininity, romance, classic literature, history, and friendship is near to my heart, and I've become acquainted with so many wonderful friends through this event.

The festivities begin on February Sixteenth, and will extend all the way to the end of the month.  Mark your calendars!

Please, take one of the event buttons below and put it on your blogs (linking to this post) - even do a post of your own about it if you feel so inclined. Assist me to spread the word of the party so that everyone has the opportunity to join in the fun! Let's make this the largest attendance yet.

I eagerly await the pleasure of your company!

(to take a button, right click or control/click the graphic of your choice and save it to your computer like any image)

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P.S. You don't need to, but if you like, leave a comment if you plan to attend!  That way we can get an idea of who will be there, and even make some new friends now. ♥

January Photo-a-Day | Week Four+

20.  Some of my best friends.

21.  Lamplight at dusk.

22.  The Amaryllis in bud

23.  A grey morning

24.  Curled up with a good book is the greatest felicity.

25.  More morning light

26.  Loft perspective.

27.  The Black Forest Cuckoo clock.

28.  Sunlight breaks out at last

29.  Studio glimpses - a cloud of tulle and satin ready to package, helping hands, a small scavenger raiding the wastebasket in search of scraps to make into doll clothes.  

30.  Sunset.

31.  Ready for the Post Office.

What have you been reading lately?  I want to know!