It All Started In A Consignment Shop!

The Cherry Dress shown above was created in the 50's by
a lady for the Woman's Exchange of St. Louis, Missouri. 
The July/August issue of Victoria Magazine has a two
page article on this special little dress. 

As the article states, "The Cherry Dress motif received national attention when
 Caroline Kennedy and John Kennedy, Jr. wore variations of it for Easter in 1963."

If you have a little girl or know of one...this dress is a MUST!!
Check out Victoria or go to The Woman's Exchange of St. Louis for more info.

Cooperstown, New York...A HOME RUN AWAY!

 

The Cooper Inn on the Corner of Main and Chestnut Street...
Sister Hotel of the Otesaga Hotel.
 

Reservations 800.348.6222

Comfortable and VERY decorative!

Beautifully decorated rooms are so fashionable.
The breakfast room is a great place to start your day!

 

 

 

 

 

One of the best Main Streets in America, you can find baseball
memorabilia everywhere you look!



The Baseball Hall of Fame is for all ages! 
Plan a trip to Cooperstown and make this stop
your
 top priority!



Walk down memory lane with your team!

The Glimmer Glass Lake is beautiful. 
Stop by or stay at the Otesaga Hotel at the base of the Glimmer Glass.
There are museums and golf courses in this quaint little town. 
The people are so friendly...make this one of your summer
destinations!



Breakfast at the Cooperstown Diner...where the locals go! 
Oh, don't sit in their seats!

A magnificent view from our friend's porch!



Also on upper Main Street, you'll find
The Lemon Tree Shop.  It is a fun kitchen shop that is
now carrying our cookbook,
Two Sisters and the Silver Spoon Cook Book!
Stop in and say "hi"" to Jeanne. 
Tell her Kathy and Nancy sent you!

                                       

                                  

Worcester Memorial Auditorium - A Sleeping Beauty!

Preservation Worcester held an event called the Aud Ball at the
Worcester Memorial Auditorium last evening.  The people in the
painting above are all Worcester residents used by the painter.

Dedicated to the World War I soldiers who paid
the ultimate sacrifice, this auditorium held many
concerts, the circus, political rallies, and other events
until it was closed 15 years ago.

You can see the seal of the City of Worcester. 
The heart signifies "the Heart of the Commonwealth".

Along with the presentation of the colors, another ceremony honoring
all of the branches of the military, we all sang our National Anthem,
America, recited the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a live auction
and other prizes.
What can this building be used for?  Put on your thinking cap!
If you know someone who has ideas, money and wants to invest
contact www.preservationworcester.org
 

Continuing with Rose's Enchanted Gardens!

Outdoor wicker awaits some guests to arrive
and take up residence!

The porch door frames a lovely outdoor scene!

The courtyard...a shady area filled
with all things that love the shade and cool.

This little Cape Cod style home is
"Enchanted".   Yes it is!

Taking pictures through gates and fences
adds a photographic flair to your picture taking!

The side of the garage is called "St. Theresa's Way".
Rose has fun with color and whimsical treasures!
Have fun with spray paint!

Another vignette in a magical landscape!

Memorial Day - Take a Moment To Remember

Remembering those who have given their lives for our
many freedoms and those who have served our great nation.

The Enchanted Cottage "Lights UP"

A very creative friend has used
her many talents to redesign old
lampshades!

This one was made with an
old napkin and glue gun.

Pretty trim found at a yard sale along
with ribbon from an outlet transforms this
lady-like lamp!

An old lace curtain valance,
grosgrain ribbon and artificial
flowers top this shade off.
A Sharpie marker was used to
put dots on the lamp base.

This lamp, repainted Ballet Pink
is topped off with lace and ribbon.

A brass candlestick lamp has
been given new life with the
transformed shade.
SO...get your remnants together and don't forget the
glue gun!  You're about to have a lot of fun!

American Estate...A MUST!!

Luxury Sterling Silver Jewelry...
 Sterling silver cuff bracelets created by hand.
Sold at Sharfmans Jewelers in Worcester, MA
Triple peony blossom shown above.
Peony earrings below.
 



These earrings can be worn for every occasion, year after year,
generation to generation!

The Chrysanthemum Cuff is dynamic. 
Go to www.sharfmansjewelers.com
and
www.americanestatejewelry.com
for a complete selection of
this exquisite collection!

 

Paul Anka at the Hanover Theatre - Worcester, MA

From the 1950's right up until today, Paul Anka continues to
charm his audiences with songs that he's written.  Tonight he sang
"Diana", a crowd favorite along with "Put Your Head On My Shoulder",
"Puppy Love," along with so many others. 

Paul sang "My Way" a song he personally wrote for his
friend Frank Sinatra.  His new Duets album is out! 
This month marks his 55th year in the business.

Marblehead, Massachusetts

On the north shore of Boston is where you'll find Marblehead. 
Very old homes dating back hundreds of years can be found along the
narrow, winding streets.  Several yacht clubs and great places
to eat are here in Marblehead. 
Definitely worth the trip!

A quick stop at the Eastern Yacht Club completed our visit.

We got to see and hold 
"The Gerard Barnes Lambert"
yachting trophy.  This impressive trophy was
made by Tiffany & Company and dates back
to the 1930's.

The Model Room is shown here. 

21 Club

Jockeys from different stables light the way to
21 Club
www.21club.com
212.582.1400
While dining, we sat next to Donald Trump!!
You never know who you're going to see in this NY
establishment.

Jockey with the colors from Rokeby Stables in Virginia.  Proper
attire is still the norm for "21".  No jeans! Jackets and ties
and ladies dressed as ladies are what you'll find here along with
an award winning wine list, sumptuous American cuisine and
discreetly attentive service.. 

The Great Gatsby at Brooks Brothers on Madison

Brooks Brothers spring collection features
clothing from the movies The Great Gatsby.
www.brooksbrothers.com
 

Gentlemen...be the talk of the town in one of these
fabulous blazers!

Men's straw hats from the Gatsby era are
featured on the First Floor of the
346 Madison Avenue Store.

The displays throughout the entire store are so elegant but the
First Floor takes the cake!

These outfits were in the movie.  Brooks Brothers
made all of the men's clothing...not the women's.

More clothing from the movies along with bottles and bottles of
CHAMPAGNE!!

Wentworth Mansion - Charleston, SC - Plantation Rice Flour Pancakes

Here's the recipe for these yummy pancakes!

12 oz. Cake Flour
4 oz. Rice Flour
2 oz. Sugar
2 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Baking Powder
2 tsp. Baking Soda
Sift all of the above together into a bowl.
4 eggs
32 oz. Buttermilk
4 oz. Melted butter
1 T. Vanilla extract
Mix all of these 4 ingredients together and pour into the dry ingredients.  Whisk just until they all combine.
There should be some lumps in the mix.  Heat a griddle to 375 degrees or heat a skillet/frying pan over medium heat. 
Pour  a ladle full of mix onto the hot surface, should be about 4 inches in diameter.  Wait for the topside
of the pancakes to bubble, then flip over.
 Wait for the underside of the pancake to brown, take off heat and sere immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Makes 2 dozen pancakes



The above recipe is from Executive Chef Marc Collins
www.circa1886.com
Photo of the pancakes compliments of the Chef.

The Rice flour is a nod to Charleston's rich history of rice production!

Recently, we were contacted by the Wentworth Mansion as a result of
a recent posting on our blog. 
It puts you in the mood for Downton Abbey!!