Category Archives: Linens

Mother Goose and the Frogs

Posted on September 22, 2013 by tammylovesdishes

Why is it that on those Saturday mornings when you have other things planned (such as the all-important visit to your hair stylist) there are always lots of yard sales? Such was the case on this weekend. Since I finished … Continue reading →

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Memories on Milbourn Lane

Posted on October 14, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

When you have a very limited time to spend checking out the day’s yard sales, you really hope to make it to one that hits the high notes. We were fortunate to find this one great yard sale recently. After … Continue reading →

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Flying into The Empty Nest

Posted on July 21, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

I have been so excited since Janet at The Empty Nest announced she was opening her own shop. I have been following Janet’s blog for awhile and have always admired her beautiful creations. Friday, July 20 was the grand opening … Continue reading →

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Can Laundry Make You Smile?

Posted on July 8, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

Can laundry make you smile? Well, yes it can. My mailman brought a most wonderful package to my home this past week. It happened to arrive exactly on my birthday and since I was on vacation I was home to … Continue reading →

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Searching for Treasures One Yard Sale at a Time – Everything Coming up Roses

Posted on May 20, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

We had another gorgeous day for treasure hunting at yard sales. We focused on one end of town where there seemed to be a lot of yard sale signs. I love it when we can find treasures without having to … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter!

Posted on April 8, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

Mr. Easter Bunny is tipping his hat to say, “Happy Easter!” I got this hand-crafted pillow and its mate at a church sale last year. You can read about my finds here. They look perfect sitting on the chairs I … Continue reading →

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Scotties Through a Cheerful Thrifty Door

Posted on January 22, 2012 by tammylovesdishes

One of the most exciting things in life is seeing you have an unexpected package waiting for you in your mailbox or on your porch. Sometimes that can be a bad thing, but mostly it is a good thing. You … Continue reading →

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Skating Scotties

Posted on December 17, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

For several years I’ve received as gifts various pieces from the Skating Scotties pattern by Global Design Connections by Kate Williams. When I saw the salad plates this year at Home Goods, I scooped them right up. Then my daughter … Continue reading →

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A Casual Winter Tablescape

Posted on November 26, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

It’s nice to settle down to a nice, casual winter dinner after the craziness of the holiday season begins. I’ve used a vintage holiday tablecloth found at a yard sale. I like that it features pinecones and has those random … Continue reading →

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Ladies Board Tradition Continues

Posted on October 30, 2011 by tammylovesdishes

For many, many, many years my dear mother-in-law volunteered with the local hospital ladies board. Every year they have a huge rummage sale to raise money for hospital programs where she would help to sort, tag and then sell items. … Continue reading →

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