Peeps and Peepers

Operation New Homestead is underway. Compost heap is up and the baby chicks are peeping (and pooping) in my basement until it warms up outside. The chicks are my new love. I am amazed at how fast they grow. 

My how time flies! Soon Custard will be flying too at the rate she is growing. 

Custard around 8-9 days old. Her wings grew so fast!

Custard around 3-4 days old. Notice how small her nubby little wings are?

                                         On an unrelated note, I love my new-ish glasses. 

Framing my peepers.  

Space Age Kitten Heels DIY!!!

Being in a wedding is one of life's greatest honors. 

According to some of the bridezilla stories we've all heard, It's also quite possibly one of life's greatest headaches!  

I am lucky though, and the retro-loving-bride-to-be has given us maids (and matrons) some creative freedom over our  look! What a relief because I can't seem to find silver shoes anywhere this season, and that is exactly what the bridal party needs. Lucky for me I happened to have some silver spray paint and masking tape in my basement. Perks of being married to a guy who saves everything! 

Sitting around just waiting to be needed one day.

Shoes I have leftover from MY wedding. Worn only one other time after I tied the knot in them. 

I just taped up the parts I didn't want to get painted. 

Then I took them outside and sprayed them with the paint. It took two coats. 

                                                     

Voila! Super cute, silver kitten heels! Cost me nothing! Note: It took two FULL days for them to dry, even though they were in a sunny and dry room. So this is not something you want to do the day before you need them.

Meet Me in the Parlour

Low Light Success

Kelly's* high and low lights turned out better than ever today. 

Since my last post I have moved from the old (rented) homestead  into a new (owned) one! One of my favorite features of the new house is the bathtub. It's a little bit deeper than our old one and MUCH prettier. So far, I've enjoyed several bubble baths.

Today I tried something new though. A detox bath that I read about in a magazine. Let me tell you, it was intense. Unlike any bath of my life, I felt like I was in a sauna. Sweating. A lot.

DETOX BATH

Desolve 2 cups of Epsom salts, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 tablespoon of ground ginger in your hot bath water. The sweating started within 10 minutes for me. It is said doing so will get out  the toxins that cause a cold.  Hopefully it works! There are a lot of web pages with more detailed instructions if you are interested.  If you try it, comment and let me know how it worked for you!

~Wedding Up Do~

Sun Tea

The world has thawed out and is bursting with life. My roses are in full bloom, and so is my sage, thyme, lavender, and chives. The Bumble Bees are back!

Thanks to some pruning my rose bush looks better than it ever has.

Lavender! 

Me at Longwood Gardens (my favorite place on Earth)

A day this hot calls for some refreshing sun tea. Sun tea is great because it keeps you out of the kitchen on a hot day.  Who wants to stand over the hot stove and pour boiling water (and probably some of your sweat) over tea bags when it’s 90 degrees out? Maybe people with air conditioning…….but since I do NOT have ac, I make sun tea!

I use a quart size mason jar, but you can use any glass container with a lid.

Add 3 tea bags for every 2 cups of water. (I used organic green tea)

Screw on the lid and put it in a sunny spot for two to three hours. Test tea strength before bringing in to make sure it’s to your liking. If it’s too weak, leave it out for another hour. If you feel it is too strong you can dilute it with ice and water before drinking. Add some lemon, mint, honey, or sugar. Enjoy!

The finished product. Add mint and lemon to flavor if you like. 

FLEA MARKET TOMORROW!

The Mt. Airy Flea Market is HUGE and fantastic. For people living in central Maryland it is totally worth the drive. It is held at the Mt. Airy Carnival Grounds and goes from 8-3, rain or shine. Items range from junk heaps to nursery flowers. Hand made crafts, to furniture, and everything in between. I ALWAYS find something good.

Rosie Aprons will have a booth and everything will be on sale! Hope to see you there!
(Only downside to having a booth is I can't shop)

For more info see link:
http://www.mtairylions.com/yardsale.htm

Apron of the Month: February .

Apron of the Month

Valentines Apron

This lovely, girly, adorable apron is handmade by my very talented mom! 

It is FOR SALE on my Etsy store. To read more about it, click the link below! 

RosieAprons on Etsy

(Enter coupon code VDAYSALE for 10% off any apron!! Code expires on 2/15/15)

LEMON THRIFT THROW BACK!!!!!

In honor of upcoming Valentines Day here are some pictures of a V-day party we had at Lemon Meringue Thrift and Gift. 

2011

Ah, the good ol' days! 

Apron of the Month: January

Apron of the Month:

The High Waisted Watercolor Apron

And for the first time ever, this apron is for sale! That's right, I am now in the apron selling business! 

My mom and I have teamed up and started an Etsy store. We sell both handmade and vintage aprons. 

To take a look at our Etsy shop, and read more about this apron, click the link below! 

Rosie Aprons

Good Hair YEAR!

Everyone loves a good hair day, but what if you could have a good hair year?! Wouldn't that be awesome? Here are two of my favorite clients who came in for special looks for 2105.

Lilly* came in just last night to transform her dirty blonde hair into a pale blonde ombre. It took at least three hours but it came out gorgeous. This new look is going to brighten up her winter outlook for sure. 

Jasmine* is the stunning lady in the middle of this picture. She came in for a party updo with lots of volume.



Happy New Year!!! 


*Names changed for privacy

Apron Inspiration

Oil Obsession

I have always been a naturally oily person, so the thought of putting oil on my hair or skin never crossed my mind until about three years ago.....

I read in a beauty magazine that after cleansing your skin you should put "good" oil on to keep your natural, yucky, acne causing oil from surfacing. 

I tried it and I swear it changed my skin for the better. I have fewer breakouts and my skin seems more balanced. I now use this practice on my hair too, and I can go an extra day before I need to shampoo!

Here are the products that I use and love: 

This shampoo is sulfate free, SLS free, smells nice, and is easy to find. Plus it's very cheap. My hair is so soft now and my scalp is far less oily. I don't know what I will do if they ever stop making it..... 

This facial cleanser removes makeup wonderfully. It makes my face feel clean, but not squeaky clean. My skin glows after using it.

I have tried four different facial oils and this one is my favorite. I use it at night before I go to sleep and when I wake up my skin feels amazing. This stuff is pricey though. (around $20 for a small bottle) so only use a few drops each night.

Oil It has fewer chemical ingredients than lotion and can be used in place of lotion. I like Jojoba for that.

  So go ahead and give oil a chance! 

Apron(s) of the Month: November

Apron(s) of the Month:

Fall Harvest Aprons

This month I couldn't choose just one. I might make this a regular thing because it's always hard to choose. If you missed October's apron, I am sorry. I was busy getting married and had no time to post one. Hopefully these will make up for it! 

Left: This harvest apron is made of really nice fabric. It's very sturdy, yet soft. The pockets are always a bonus!
Center: The orange and green remind me of a pumpkin and the rick-rack is darling.
Right: This apron has so many fun colors and flowers. For a psychedelic Thanksgiving. 

I LOVE APRONS <3 

Happy Thanksgiving! 

(Very) Girly Things

Hello readers of my blog! I cleaned my guest room last weekend and found some pretty, girly stuff  that I want to share with you. The room is apron-y girly heaven and super clean now! 

Aprons on a string add color to a white wall. 

Yard sale find last weekend! 

Fresh lavender in a crystal vase freshens the room. Notice the card on my desk? It's from my very dear friend and It says "Will you be my bridesmaid?" Of course I will !!!!! 

This adorable afghan and matching pillow are a wedding gift from my aunt. She does amazing work. 

Pansies, pumpkins, and a swan planter! View from my front porch. 

Doll House Drama

A cheerful house for the happy doll family. Bright colors and comfortable, eclectic furniture makes all feel welcome.

Uh oh, trouble in paradise? Looks like mom needs a stiff drink in the study. 

Happy Halloween!

I'm a few days late but HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

 Who wants some raisins!? Anybody?......please?.........

I wonder if Helga likes raisins?

If you are interested in making a bonnet I got the pattern from a fellow blogger! Check her out! 

http://homedelicious.blogspot.com/2012/05/pioneer-trek-week-how-to-sew-bonnet.html

Baby Lambs and Roller Sets

 I couldn't resist this picture.

I don't know it it's the baby lamb, the blue silk shirt, or Betty's twinkling eyes, but I love this picture. It got me thinking. You don't see many women set their hair anymore. Except grandmas. The truth is roller setting your hair is less damaging than blow drying it, and your style will last for days. It somehow seems to stay cleaner longer too, but that it probably my imagination mixed with wishful thinking. SO I am going to do an experiment. I am going to get a roller set and see how it lasts compared to my regular blow dry. Stay tuned for my full report complete with pictures.

Apron of the Month: September

This apron dates back to when I used to live in a citrusy house/thrift store called Lemon Meringue Thrift & Gift or "The Lemon" for short. At the time I was babysitting the two cutest kids in the world named Indiana and Amelie. Their mom made this Apron for me as gift, making it the second in my collection. 

September

Lemonade Apron

Aren't lemons the happiest looking fruit?

Usually making things from scratch is the cheapest way to go, but the price of lemons are so darn high this lemonade actually cost $7.00 to make. Yikes. It was worth it though. So refreshing! 

Oops....

Here it is! Thank you timer setting. 

Close up of the fabric. 

Damascus Darla*

Damascus Darla* comes in for a haircut about once a month. Although her thick hair presents a challenge, she is hands down my favorite client. Yesterday we tried something a little different and I am pleased with the results. Check it out!

*name changed