My Best Buddies...

Bobo ~ my best friend ever!

Lacey ~ my Moms adorable friend!

Everyone loves their dog and I am no exception! I thought I would share a few cute pics with you of my two favorite furry friends. Bobo, the little black rascal at the top, is my best friend (well, other than hubby!). He came with me from Canada and I have had him since he was a puppy. He is now 15.5 years old and still going strong! He sleeps a little bit more now during the day and is a little more grumpy at times than he used to be, but he is still the best companion ever. Don't even want to think about a future without him! The other adorable white maltipoo is Lacey and she lives with my Mom in Canada. She always brings her along when she comes to visit and she is just a really sweet little dog. Bobo isn't too impressed with her. He practically ignores her when she is around, but I guess he's earned being the "top dog" in our house! I think he is too! Until next time, ~Stacy~ xo

The Witches Were Out!

One of my all time favorite places to visit in Salt Lake City is charming Gardner Village in the suburb of South Jordan. Gardner Village contains the outlines of the once bustling early Utah mill industry and history. What remains today is a cluster of retail specialty shops located in restored cabins, houses and buildings nestled adjacent to the Gardner Mill. Now listed on the National Historic Register, the old flour mill is home to Archibald's Restaurant and Country Furniture & Gifts. Vintage pioneer architecture, antique fixtures, red brick paths and bridges over a pond, create a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere for shopping, dining and discovering some of Utah's most colorful history.

During each season at Gardner Village, the specialty decorations are brought out for everyone to enjoy. These decorations are exceptionally handcrafted and I love going down to the Village (about 10 minutes from my house!) when things are changing over for a new celebration. While my Mom was here this fall, we had a chance to go down and see the witches that are on display. These witches are incredible!, and very large and are seen everywhere from fishing in a rowboat on the creek to playing baseball. It was hard to capture them this time as there were so many people milling about. I had to take several photographs with people in them, but the pictures are worth it. I hope you enjoy these little snaps. The witches are down now and the elves are coming out! Can't wait! Until next time, ~Stacy~ xo

Beautiful New Treasures Just Listed!

Hello Ladies ~ it's been awhile, but I am back from my trip to Canada and was lucky enough to be able to bring my Mom back with me for FIVE weeks! Yes, I can stand her for that long! (*_*) I am lucky in that regard. I felt the need to spend time with my family this fall so the web site has been put on the back burner for awhile, but I am back and have tons of great new treasures to get listed. Look at that lovely chocolate pot above, it was just listed in Vintage Finds tonight! Yum yum! Be sure to look at our new treasures just listed and keep checking this week and next for more beautiful Vintage Finds and Cottage Treasures plus keep your eyes peeled for a huge batch of Christmas books that will be coming up shortly to get you inspired for the holidays! I hope you are all well and are enjoying this lovely fall season! Until next time, ~Stacy~ xo

I'm Away From September 27 - October 12th!

Hello Friends ~ The picture above should give you a clue as to where I'm going! I'll be back "home" in Canada for two weeks. I can't wait for some R & R with the family and there's nothing quite like a good road trip ~ an 18 hour road trip that is! I'll check in upon my return. (*_*) ~Stacy~

New Treasures Just Listed!

Hello Friends ~ Take a peek through our Vintage Finds, Cottage Treasures and Lovely Linens Boutiques for new goodies that were just listed yesterday. It's turning into fall (in most parts of the country!) and now is the time to start thinking about adding some warmth and coziness to our homes. If you mention to me that you read this blog post, I will take 10% off your order during the remainder of September. More new finds will be coming soon! Have a lovely day! Until next time, ~Stacy~ xo

I'll Be Back Soon...

Hello Friends ~ sorry I haven't been around for about a week or two. Been going through some personal stuff and tomorrow I have medical tests to endure so I'm abit preoccupied. I should be back soon! ~Stacy~ (*_*)

Perfect Roses...

Is there anything more perfect in life than a beautiful rose? As a true romantic, I would be hard pressed to find any object of nature as pure and exquisite as this treasure from the garden. This is a very special rose bouquet to me. You may recall that a dear childhood friend gave me this pink bouquet when she stopped in to visit this past week.

I must admit that I have been prone to throwing away my roses lately when they have withered on the stem. My house was becoming a sort of dried florist shop with bouquets of old roses gathering dust and dare I say, a few stray cobwebs as well. Have you ever had flowers like that? They have been hanging around for years, stuck in old vases, on shelves and laying as objects of "vintage art" in among your collectibles and vintage treasures. I would have to say that even dried roses start looking tired after a few years. I had become stuck on keeping all of them...they held memories for me...and now a telltale layer of dust too! I finally cleared these old blooms from the past out of my house and I think that my home looked the better for it. Yes, I still have a few special bouquets tucked in here and there...you caught me!

This is a special bouquet that I decided to keep and dry. I love the way they start out fresh and change color after a few days. Each day finds them slightly different in appearance until they are completely dried. It is a marvel to me how they start out so fresh and perfect, yet in their final state they hold an air of incredible beauty. The faded color of the petals, the brown crinkles around the edges and the way the leaves shrivel and dry make me love them as much as when they are freshly picked. In a few short days they go from being new to having a past...a history...and that is why I shall treasure this beautiful bouquet and have a warm spot in my heart for the old friend who surprised me with them one Sunday evening. Until next time, ~Stacy~ xo