Vintage Silk Tie Egg Dyeing Tutorial

http://networkedblogs.com/gjS8R

Take a peek at this fun tutorial!

Just Couldn't Resist Sharing!

I discovered this beautiful photo on etsy. I asked permission of the artist to share this on my blog. She very sweetly gave me permission. I fell in love with this photograph. The texture of the shabby antique books against the contrast of the lovely pink Ranunculus is nothing short of stunning! You can find the artist's etsy shop at http://www.sarahmoldovan.etsy.com/. She has a great eye and I love her work! I hope you fall in love with her work too!

Catalog Living

How is your day going? Do you need a smile and a bit of sarcasm? Take a peek at some cheeky humor on this site.http://catalogliving.net/


These really do make me smile! Be honest, you have secretly wondered with me, "who really lives like this?'

Now you know....pretend people! 
The above photo is one of my favorites on this site that claims to "take a peek into the fascinating world of the people who live in your magazines."

The Sweetest Thing

A friend posted this video on facebook and I took a minute to watch it. It pretty much broke my heart but  in one of those beautiful beyond words kind of way! This kind of love takes your breath away and strengthens your soul. I have known people who have cared for their family members that had traumatic brain injuries. Their love, faithfulness and strength inspires me! May we all, with the help of God, love to this degree!http://www.godvine.com/The-Amazing-Story-of-Chris-Medina-Through-his-Song-296.html

I hope this video encourages you and stirs your soul the way it did mine!
Hint: click the MUTE button on my music player. It is on the right hand side and looks like a little horn.

How Do You Like Me Now?

My etsy shop~mysparrowsnest~has needed a fresh new look for awhile. I had poked around for awhile looking for the shop banner and avatar that I loved that was "me". I came across StudioSouthernValley on etsy and fell in love with her gorgeous romantic artwork. The artist lives in the Netherlands and is so very helpful and skilled. She created several different looks for me and I love them all. Marita is a sweet kindred spirit and loves to help and is very affordable. Take a look at her etsy shop and let her know that I sent you! Take a peek at my etsy shop and let me know what you think! I just adore it!

Romantic Prairie Style Giveaway

Here is a beautiful new book that is being given away here.http://networkedblogs.com/g2qbf

It looks really lovely and would be a gorgeous edition to your coffee table collection!

Where I Grew Up

People look at me strangely when I tell them my dream home would be a small cobblestone house in the country with lovely wild gardens surrounding it. Until I read this article I didn't realize why people did not even know what a Cobblestone house looked like. I think they are beautiful. I'm betting God is making me one in heaven right now! http://www.nytimes.com/2008/03/16/nyregion/16cobble.html?_r=1

Read this article for your education in Cobblestone and you will see why I love them! I grew up with them! I lived for 18 years in this area!