tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23750339961291466102024-03-13T09:00:11.592-07:00The Willows Home & GardenThe Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.comBlogger1069125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-53453615265253804732015-12-01T10:28:00.000-07:002015-12-01T10:28:05.545-07:00have you heard?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">We moved!!</span></div>
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The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-85027018462662985422015-11-30T11:11:00.000-07:002015-11-30T11:11:16.657-07:00back in the swing of things<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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after a beautiful and rather chilly weekend up north for thanksgiving</div>
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i am happy to be home and getting ready for the christmas season!</div>
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we had such a lovely time with family and friends. </div>
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my friend laurie helped to set the table and grandkids made sweet place cards. </div>
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we had quite the feast, many laughs and some good conversation by the fire. </div>
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i am indeed blessed. </div>
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and now its time to get in the spirit, decorate and shop! </div>
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for small bites, mimosas, and our favorite local jewelry artists! </div>
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heading up north to give thanks with friends and family. </div>
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wishing you the best on this busy holiday weekend. </div>
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may you be blessed with good company, many laughs and the most delectable eats. </div>
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Friday December 4th!!!</div>
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***Our Holiday Open House***</div>
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Join us for mimosas, and small bites. </div>
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Our fave local artists, Jewel Ya, Dos Fannies, Dayna Hall and Ripe Goods will be there!</div>
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at our Men's Night Out which begins that eve at 5:00</div>
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bringing family and friends together for the grand feast of thanksgiving can be one of the loveliest</div>
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this is indeed the perfect occasion. </div>
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bringing the outdoors in is always a win: </div>
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pinecones, fresh pine leaves, eucalyptus, pumpkins, pomegranetes....endless possibilities!</div>
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we love the contrast with clean white dishes, and touches of silver and gold.</div>
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if you are in need of table ideas please stop by and let us help! </div>
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we also love these tabletops for inspiration:</div>
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many pretty ideas <a href="http://www.wnetrzazewnetrza.pl/2013/12/swiateczny-sto.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">here </span></a>for thanksgiving settings and christmas</div>
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a great use of color on <a href="http://apartment34.com/2013/11/how-to-set-the-ultimate-holiday-table/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">apartment 34</span></a></div>
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this <a href="http://www.theprettyblog.com/house/autumn-outdoor-entertaining/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">outdoor setting</span></a> looks incredibly cozy</div>
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a pretty mix of copper and olive on <a href="http://www.100layercake.com/blog/2015/04/22/kinfolk-inspired-wedding-organic-wedding-ideas/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">100 layer cake</span></a></div>
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do you love white shirts, and love some good fashion? </div>
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i recently checked out the fabulous white shirt exhibit at the <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><a href="http://www.phxart.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">phoenix art museum</span></a>. </span></div>
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it is the stunning work of italian designer gianfranco ferre. </div>
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in addition to the main exhibit there are some gorgeous gowns and </div>
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grab a friend and check it out! </div>
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and dont forget today is t-shirt tuesday in the shop....<br />
20% off all basic tees and tanks!!</div>
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out and about? </div>
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hit up the roosevelt<span style="color: #3d85c6;"> <a href="http://www.rooseveltneighborhood.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3d85c6;">home tour</span></a> </span>in downtown phoenix...</div>
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look forward to some great thanksgiving menu ideas and decorating tips next week!</div>
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so i just checked out this darling little spot, new to me, called <a href="http://www.okraaz.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">OKRA</span></a> in the Crown location on 7th St. and Palo Verde. stopping by for happy hour, we were warmly greeting with a taste of southern hospitality and a charming neighborhood atmosphere that lures you in.<br />
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the menu draws on the owners roots in the south and plays it up with an italian twist. we were quite happy with our small bites; some amazing chicken wings, and tasty broccolini topped with a poached duck egg and almond pesto. washing it down with the work of mixologist, Jax, I sipped on a refreshing French 75. and might i add this cocktail list is one you will not want to miss...hard decisions to be made!<br />
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I am looking forward to going back to try some of the fried chicken or catfish, or the buttermilk meatballs and polenta. Of course I have my eye on some tempting dessert like the canned biscuit donut with salted caramel. oh my. i may have to walk home that night! definitely check it out and let us know what you think.<br />
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thank you okra for a great night! we will be back!</div>
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busy getting ready for a nice chilly halloween weekend? any fun plans or old traditions? we love spending time with family; seeing all the kids dressed up in silly costumes and munching on some good eats and treats! here are some fun links for your weekend inspiration. cheers to the holiday season!<br />
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this <a href="http://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1016036-texas-chili" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">texas chili</span> </a>sounds like a fun one to try...beer and bison? why not.<br />
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a tasty <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/mothers-ruin-punch" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">punch</span></a> for the adults looking for a treat<br />
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this <a href="http://www.freutcake.com/in-the-kitchen/gingersnap-pumpkin-pie/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">gingersnap pumpkin pie</span></a> with maple cinnamon whipped cream sounds divine<br />
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a gorgeous autumn <a href="http://www.frolic-blog.com/2015/10/make-autumn-flower-arrangement/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">flower arrangement</span></a> how to<br />
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-57015885083800692252015-10-27T19:45:00.000-07:002015-10-27T19:45:21.978-07:00bringing the outdoors in<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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one of my most favorite things about this time of year is being able to be outdoors and using my garden to liven up my home. i recently planted some pomegranate trees for home decor. i love their look laying casually on a silver platter or arranged for the mantle or table top.<br />
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another favorite for both scent and look is eucalyptus. i bring bunches inside often to add to an arrangement or lay down the table as a centerpiece. it is simply lovely with roses as well! soon I will tackle some for a whimsical wreath as the holidays approach.<br />
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the possibilities are endless here with winter citrus, fresh herbs, and fall foliage. we'll be sharing some wreath making soon, so look forward to some good decorating tips, and get outside and enjoy this great weather!!<br />
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-66548569335329697232015-10-26T12:16:00.000-07:002015-10-26T12:16:24.235-07:00holiday thoughts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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with the upcoming holidays we have a few things on our mind. </div>
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travel + visitors.</div>
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we love to give the home a fresh look for the holidays and sometimes that includes </div>
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a clean new look for the guest room that will welcome family from afar. let us help you with </div>
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some new winter bedding, elegant dishware, or perhaps the perfect hostess gift </div>
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you'll be needing at the next get together!</div>
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we know many of you find yourself traveling and hopefully vacationing soon as well. </div>
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don't forget to check out our gorgeous apparel for a snazzy new look to go with your travels!</div>
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one of our best gals in the shop recently went to Hawaii and is sharing her travel experience</div>
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on her recent visit to Kau'i Kim had a amazing visit and some breathtaking adventures. </div>
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here are her bits of advice. </div>
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-lavande mosquito spray (sold at the willows)</div>
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She highly recommends snorkeling on Tunnels Beach, hiking for some unreal views and rainbow </div>
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sightings, staying close to the beach, and riding in a helicopter for even more stunning views of the </div>
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Thanks for sharing Kim!!</div>
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-40616717727527204632015-10-21T08:36:00.001-07:002015-10-21T08:36:27.749-07:00dishes to inspire<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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with the season of entertaining upon us we cant help but gush a bit about some of our favorite serving pieces. gorgeous white ceramics in perfectly imperfect shapes are at the top of our list. </div>
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we personally love the <i>montes doggett </i>line {see above images} for the whimsical</div>
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shapes and the story they hold. the artist, monica porter, bases her art on her </div>
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passion for making a table lovely...set with grace and style just as her mother did.</div>
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the italian <i>vietri</i> line {see below image} is another of our faves to fill with all of your </div>
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come in and let us help you set your table!!</div>
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pre-order some holiday dishes and you will be entered to win a gift! </div>
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so we've been reading about these fall bucket lists. fun idea, no pressure, but kind of nice to lay out the busy season ahead and plan a bit. you know we love a good list.</div>
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-prayers for actual cool weather so it can feel like fall</div>
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-a visit to an <a href="http://www.appleannies.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">apple orchard</span></a></div>
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-make applesauce, <a href="http://ohsodelicioso.com/overnight-crockpot-apple-pear-butter/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">apple butter</span></a>, or can something </div>
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-buy a pumpkin candle from the willows; get that fall scent going at home</div>
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-make chili and cornbread and enjoy dinner on the porch<br />
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-plant! sow wildflowers, winter grass and get a veg garden going</div>
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what is on your fall to do list?<br />
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The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-66774875127103974142015-10-15T13:30:00.001-07:002015-10-15T13:30:28.318-07:00chefy emily<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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so my littlest set off to culinary school for pastry in northern california this past month. we are so proud of her and can not wait to visit and taste some of the lovely treats she has been making! my mouth waters every time she sends us photos. keep up the hard work emily!! love you and miss you here in phoenix!<br />
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The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-522600836610157492015-10-13T07:59:00.000-07:002015-10-13T07:59:42.884-07:00outdoor markets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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tis the season for venturing outdoors to do some of your weekly grocery shopping. the somewhat new <a href="http://uptownmarketaz.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">uptown market</span></a> has some gorgeous produce, bread and many other goodies to fill your basket. they are not only open saturday mornings but offer a nice wednesday morning option to break up your week. they even have a great selection of coffee vendors to sip on while perusing your produce.<br />
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we gave noble's country bread a try for a fabulous chicken salad, used sweet baby pears for snacks, and turned the gorgeous basil in a pesto for pasta. looking forward to going back for some squash and pumpkins!<br />
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looking for a fabulous craft cocktail at a hip local esablishment? </div>
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if you have never been or only have been for coffee, definitely give <a href="http://www.luxcoffee.com/" target="_blank">lux</a> on central a try</div>
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for a a fun date night pre dinner drink. they are all one of a kind</div>
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they also have a fabulous dinner menu with daily changes to suit your fancy. </div>
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-71464934707760390942015-10-09T14:15:00.004-07:002015-10-09T14:20:27.993-07:00Care Card Time!<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small">Purchase a Care Card for $60, and save 20% on purchases made October 16-25 at participating businesses. Net proceeds from the 2015 Care Card events will benefit <a href="http://www.boardofvisitors.org/care-card/grant-recipient"><strong><span style="color: black;">Phoenix</span> <span style="color: black;">Children’s</span> <span style="color: black;">Hospital</span></strong>.</a> </span></span></span></span>
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<span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small">The program raised more than $261,000 for Phoenix Children's Hospital in 2014!</span></span></span><br /><br />
<span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small">Cards may be purchased <a href="https://www.boardofvisitors.org/care-card-purchase"><span style="color: black;">online</span></a>, from a BOV member, or at participating retailers (that includes us, you know). </span></span>These cards may be used at<span class="mission_small"><span class="mission_small"> 600 participating retailers. <a href="https://www.boardofvisitors.org/care-card/retailers"><span style="color: black;">Participants</span></a> are listed in the Care Card booklet (which you receive upon purchase of the Care Card) and <a href="http://www.boardofvisitors.org/care-card/retailers"><span style="color: black;"><strong>online</strong></span></a>. <strong>Save 20% on your purchases at The Willows! </strong></span></span><br />
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We are already scouting the digs at our favorite local boutiques. Take a look at our wish list below!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This clothing and lifestyle shop in Scottsdale is edgy and beautiful. Think Andy Warhol meets <span class="st">Marie Antoinette</span>... Or, <span style="color: black;">really, any </span><a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/news/2006/11/fraser200611" target="_blank"><span style="color: black;"><strong>Sofia Coppola film</strong></span></a><span style="color: black;">.</span> They have an incredible candle selection from Capri Blue and Voluspa (pictured below).</span> </span></div>
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<strong><a href="http://www.poorlittlerichgirl.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Poor Little Rich Girl</span></a></strong></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">If you haven't been, you need to go. Forget My Sister's Closet. We are PLRG converts through and through! The Arcadia location is great for work-to-weekend looks, and we love the 16th Street & Bethany Home Road location for geometric and bohemian jewelry. Follow them on Instagram for adorable, real-time updates on items they are taking in (like these cuties below).</span></div>
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The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-24986457277819350392015-10-07T08:02:00.002-07:002015-10-07T08:02:47.081-07:00wedding wishes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We recently had the pleasure of hosting a lovely wedding shower for Susan's daughter and bride to be. </div>
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A beach house setting, wrapped sandwiches, chilled gazpacho, champagne and lots of laughs.</div>
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Now we are sending our Susan off to Spain for the wedding!</div>
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In the meantime all design questions will have to be on hold while she is away. </div>
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Enjoy some sangria for us!! </div>
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We wish Adam and Brie (the couple to be) many happy years and blessings on their marriage!!</div>
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-54441802446890723202015-10-06T19:46:00.002-07:002015-10-06T19:46:59.794-07:00new apparel<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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our CP shades velvet has arrived...just in time for this chilly weather. </div>
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come check it out! so much goodness!</div>
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this lovely italian look; take me to milan!</div>
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{found via <a href="http://www.thesartorialist.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">the sartorialist</span></a>}</div>
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dressing in whites...even tennies</div>
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playing like you mean it</div>
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{found via <a href="http://www.thatplayhouse.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">that playhouse</span></a>}</div>
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this dairy free "healthy" ice cream treat</div>
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<br />The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2375033996129146610.post-35595804177561215852015-10-02T10:48:00.004-07:002015-10-02T10:48:52.588-07:00lemon coconut cookies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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so i know, a day late, but apparently yesterday was national homemade cookie day. every day its something right? well i fell in love with these shortbread like soft cookies topped with buttery lemony frosting and had to share. find the recipe on <a href="http://www.abountifulkitchen.com/2014/12/coconut-cream-swig-cookies.html" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">a bountiful kitchen</span></a>. she has a fabulous collection of other yummy recipes if these are not you're thing.<br />
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and to top it off, please come by today and mention this post to get 20% off any pair of jeans. that's right! we want to celebrate the double digits heading our way! have a beautiful weekend folks!The Willowshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10548920101362866675noreply@blogger.com0