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DECORATING FOR A FIRST HOMEDECORATING FOR A FIRST HOME

LONG DISTANCE DECORATINGI have the most adorable clients far away in Houston.It's been a big year for them....They have a new baby - their firstand are buying their first home.....Read more »…

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30Nov2012

'Vintiquing' In England'Vintiquing' In England

Portobello RoadI almost wrote 'Nervous Nellie' when the form asked my name,as I registered as a buyer at an antique auction housealong with experienced antique dealersWhat had I gotten myself into?The nice man gave me my numbered card to raise during the auction(could I exchange it for my favorite n…

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29Nov2012

Ho Ho Ho, and a Holiday Giveaway we go!Ho Ho Ho, and a Holiday Giveaway we go!

So I was going to run a short and sweet sale this year, but instead I've decided to extend it, and on top of that, I'm adding a giveaway to the mix!www.driftwoodinteriors.etsy.comEvery time you purchase from either my Etsy store (or website, which is coming, I promise!) over the holiday season you'l…

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29Nov2012

A Social Profile Of Two CountriesA Social Profile Of Two Countries

For years I've wanted to write this postwhich highlights some interesting differences(and similarities)between the US and EnglandI think it shows how culturally different we areWith a bit of research,here's a look at each country's stand on a handful of issues...*Citizenship At BirthUS - All childre…

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27Nov2012

Botanical art...and the sale continuesBotanical art...and the sale continues

Just wanted to let you know that after a little hiccup with my Cyber Monday Etsy sale (an unscheduled early end meant many of you missed the sale - so sorry!) I've extended it until midnight tonight...oh, and I've also added a brand new print. This orchid is the first in a new series of botanicals, …

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26Nov2012

It sale time!!It sale time!!

It's that time of year again - sale time! To celebrate the holiday season, I'm having a Cyber Monday sale in my Etsy store. All prints are 20% off, so hop on over and take a look around. But hurry - for a limited time only!www.driftwoodinteriors.etsy.comHappy shopping!!…

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25Nov2012

English Children Of WWIIEnglish Children Of WWII

Did you know 3 million English children were evacuated privately and by the governmentfrom major targeted locations during the Second World War?You've actually 'met' four of them already...Right here...via amazon'' Once there were four children whose names were Peter,Susan, Edmund and Lucy. This sto…

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23Nov2012

THANKSGIVING AND GOBBLE, GOBBLE...THANKSGIVING AND GOBBLE, GOBBLE...

Happy ThanksgivingMore fall posts - click and have a look!Fabulous FallWelcoming FallVisual FeastsWishing you contented warm family time, good food, good thoughts.  Best wishes!…

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22Nov2012

Exciting changes ahead...Exciting changes ahead...

I know I've been a terrible tease, with talk of new and exciting things to come, but please bear with me. At long last, I have a brand-spankin' new website on the way, and it's been a labour of love to get it up and running. It's almost there - just a few last-minute tweaks and tucks, and it'll be g…

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22Nov2012

Happy Thanksgiving From EnglandHappy Thanksgiving From England

In England, there is no indication that Thursday is Thanksgivingin the United StatesThanksgiving is not ear-marked in the yearas a day off from school or workIt is just like any other dayBut for us, it will still bea time to share a meal with friends and familyvoid of gifts but full of friendship, f…

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20Nov2012

ITS A GIRL THINGITS A GIRL THING

PINK...I worked on a little girls room, and what better time to post about itthan while we are on the subject of pink.I interviewed the 10 year old. I always interview kids about their rooms - Mostly because it is so fun to listen to their ideasRead more »…

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18Nov2012

In 'Loo' Of...In 'Loo' Of...

Can you imagine this award ceremony?Parking garage, Stratford-Upon-AvonIf you are an American visiting England,you quickly learn that asking for the 'bathroom' or 'restroom' will only get you quizzical looks'Toilet' is what you are really looking for(although it sounds crude to my ears)'Loo' is an i…

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17Nov2012

Funny TreesFunny Trees

Linden/lime (Tilia) trees in winterThroughout Europe you find these Dr Seuss-esque trees with nubby branchesPracticed since medieval times in Europe,trees have been 'pollarded' for wood and for livestock feed (fodder)Today the technique is used to shape trees, decrease shade,and confine branches fro…

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15Nov2012

London: Underground Tube MapLondon: Underground Tube Map

You may not have heard of Harry Beckbut you have seen his most famous worktheLondon Underground Tube MapNot geographically accurate, but simplified for usersUnofficial map of  Zone 1Geographically, more correct placement of stationsIn 1931 this English engineering draftsman drew up a simplified diag…

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13Nov2012

More About MeMore About Me

Thank you for all your questions last monthTo be honest, I wasn't sure anyonewould have any 'wonders' about meOver time I will answer more questions...What do you miss most from the US?What have you enjoyed the most in England?The people: I miss the important people in our lives in the USand miss be…

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10Nov2012

Election Night At The US EmbassyElection Night At The US Embassy

What better place to watch the election unfoldthan in the US Embassy in London?!{ cameras not allowed, so all from my phone }The Embassy was all lit up,with tight securityLive Dixieland music greeted us - so distinctly American!Ambassador Susman welcomed the crowdWe were surrounded by1500 other Amer…

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09Nov2012

IN THE PINKIN THE PINK

SURVIVOR!In honor of my sister's recent successful completion of her breast cancer surgery, chemotherapy and radiation...[the second of my sisters to undergo this ordeal...]  and for breast cancer survivors everywheretoday is PINK day!Read more »…

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08Nov2012

Fanciful ToadstoolsFanciful Toadstools

Posted By Happy Homemaker UKI'll never forget the first time I laid eyes on these beautieswhen we first moved to EnglandI thought they only existed in fairy talesDon't you love their girly 'skirts'?These are Fly Agaric toadstoolsand are 'toadstools' by definition because they are poisonous(mushrooms…

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06Nov2012
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