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Junk Bonanza

quick peeks The big junk market event is finally here! The fourth annual Junk Bonanza is in Shakopee, Minnesota — next door to Minneapolis/St. Paul. Over 100 juried vendors from across the country are selling amazing treasures — perfect for … Continue reading

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French Millinery Magic

Happiness in not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement in the thrill of creative effort. ~Franklin. D. Roosevelt (Note: There are many spectacular images capturing the amazing beauty of Chateau Dumas and surrounding villages. … Continue reading

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The Fabulous French Straw Hat

Be like Curious George, start with a question and look under the yellow hat to find what’s there.                                                                                   ~James Collins (Note: There are many spectacular images capturing the amazing beauty of Chateau Dumas and surrounding villages. Allow time for your computer … Continue reading

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Heavenly French Lavender

The air was fragrant with a thousand trodden aromatic herbs, with fields of lavender, and the brightest roses blushing in tufts all over the meadows…                                                                         ~Willian Cullen Bryant, 1794-1878 (Note: There are many spectacular images capturing the amazing beauty of … Continue reading

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Vintage Artisan Bread Bags {les sacs de pain

If thou tastest a crust of bread, thou tastest all the stars and all the heavens.                                                                ~Robert Browning tasteful simplicity Frequently, the most satisfying meal features a simple loaf of freshly-baked bread.  What says “welcome home” or “I am so glad you … Continue reading

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Blissful Lavender Pomanders

Making simple, but elegant lavender pomanders using large vintage crystal shakers, millinery, silk ribbons and some embellishments helps to create memories at Rose Cottage. Find out how we did it by scrounging around the cupboards for some inspiration! Continue reading

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A is for {Grandmother’s} Amazing Aprons

Aprons are not just sentimental keepsakes. Rather, they are practical and useful “tools” for everyday. Continue reading

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Got Magic?…Believe…Bloom!

Creating new “magic” with the old in the everyday. Each of us has creativity to turn the ordinary into the extra-ordinary! Continue reading

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