Les Ours d Uzes

I wanted to share something a little different with you...
I happened upon this fashion blog and fell in love, the clothes captivated me, so feminine and romantic! The clothes are reminiscent of prairie style meets shabby chic. The blog is called Les Ours d Uzes .
  

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Fall and Winter Wool Mats

This post is dedicated to: 

#4370 Mary Janes Farmgirl
Love,
#4373 Mary Janes Farmgirl

ad·dic·tion

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the state of being enslaved to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming, to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma.

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verb

To supply with the means, knowledge, or opportunity; make able.

Here are some of my latest wool creations.

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Swap Goodies from Amy

I was part of Amy of Bumble Bee Lane's ditty bag swap and was lucky enough to get Amy as my partner. She sent me some adorable things that I wanted to share with you. She went out of her way to send me the cutest set of tiny Amish pitchers because she knows I'm a Amish fan. Wait until you see the cutest little dress and bonnet she made. Oh my, take a look.

Thank you so much for hosting this swap Amy and for being my sweet partner!

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Life long love with Pfaltzgraff

When I was about 21 years old I found out about Pfaltzgraff dinnerware and started collecting the yorktowne pattern. I had tons and tons of it. After using it for 20+ years, I needed a change and sold it all and purchased plain white dishes that matched with my shabby/cottage decor at the time. Since making the tradition to Prim/Country decor 2 years ago, I found myself drawn to the darker more rustic look so I've been collecting more Pfaltzgraff dishes. I received 2 different (patterns) sets for free for doing an online store review and the rest I have purchased used. I only purchased dinner plates for the Village and American Folk Art, (how many complete sets do I need!) I have been looking for the original Folk Art set for a while now and finally found it at a price I would pay. I got service for 8 and a few accent pieces at a rummage sale Friday for $75, score!  And purchased a canister set from ebay for $80. So now I am keeping an eye out for some coordinating pieces and then I better stop!

Pfaltzgraff, Yorktowne 1st Set

(I can't remember the pattern name)(for 4, free)

Pfaltzgraff, Blue Pointe (for 8,free)

Pfaltzgraff, Village (dinner plates)

Pfaltzgraff, American Folk Art (dinner plates)

Pfaltzgraff, Folk Art (for 8)

What kind of dishes do you have?

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Geneva Illinois

I went shopping in Historic Geneva and I took lots of pictures to share with you. Geneva is the neighboring town to Batavia, so I get to enjoy this beautiful area all the time.

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The Little Traveler

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Graham's Chocolate

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A Beautiful Pond From Aquascape Inc.

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Last of The Summer Flowers

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Geneva, Illinois

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Cupcake Shop

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So Charming

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Many restaurants & shops

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So pretty!

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New Construction Blends With The Old

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Michelle /Simple Pleasures

New Treasure

I was at one of my favorite thrifts last weekend and found this beauty. I knew for $3.99, I had to bring it home and I had the perfect spot in mind for it! I hung one of my quilts on it and put a few star things on the shelf and viola', simply perfect!

I thought about painting it and then changed my mind, its perfect just the way it is! (or at least for now, lol)

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Christmas in July Swap

Hi, Just a quick post to show you the swap goodies I got from Vicky of Vicky's Art. We were partners in the Christmas in July swap. She is talented crafter and boy can she paint! Thank you so much Vicky for the goodies and thank you to Wendy for hosting.

Sweetest snowman, gift wrap, candle, hand painted Santa and gingerbread man!

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Before and Afters

I finally got some projects that have been on my "to do" list completed. I had found 2 firkins from the GW and didn't like the finishes on them so out came my paint! I also re-painted a candle set I found at a tag sale to match my bathroom decor.

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures

Amish Pinkeeps

I received these adorable Amish cross stitch ornaments from Ellie of Ellie's Country Accents in a swap a few months ago and loved them so much I decided to stitch them to little wool pillows. I am using them as pinkeeps in the Amish room.

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Michelle / Simple Pleasures