Short Road Trip

We decided one beautiful afternoon to visit a couple of spots in Stanley Bridge, an area about a 35 minute drive from us...

The main reason was to visit one of Mr. Seventies favourite bake shop locations....this one is housed in a former church.  The other shop, in Kensington is situated in a former train station....either place is worth the trip for their cream cheese covered cinnamon buns...(among other yummy things).....

I didn't get photos inside....since it is a sit down food/bakery shop & there were quite a few patrons inside...such a quaint & special spot!  And it was the last day it would be open for the season!  The Kensington bakery remains open year round...

It has been years since I visited this place not far from the bakery...we decided to take a few minutes and check it out...it will remain open until after Thanksgiving weekend... 

Come along and browse with me....I'll admit it has changed from when I last visited...more primitive  items than I remember....I do love both of these signs...

This metal tray was quite large....with even larger ones available...

This piece had me at hello...the $99 sticker price was a bit on the high end tho...but I was crushing hard on it....

I almost purchased this sign....thought it was very appropriate for the pool....the piece it is resting on is cute...maybe for a child's room....

This shopping tote is produced locally!  I happen to know the seller, he worked in the same building I did a number of years ago....and upon retiring......he keeps busy making numerous items, bags, t shirts and more!  He graciously gave me a shopping bag at one event I was attending last year.   Free of charge!!  Notice the "faux" potatoes under neath the bag as well....fitting since we do produce a fair number of potatoes here!!

The upper floor housed mainly dish ware and glass items!  I luv these mugs.....not only my colours...but the perfect size!  I prefer my tea in a small mug....just like these!!

Are these not adorable?  Not sure exactly their use....for butter perhaps?

Couple of cute hens....unfortunately too big to fit in my cabinet....but don't think I didn't consider them!!

This basket is amazing!!  I don't think it was for sale....since there was no price visible!  But, oh I wanted it!!  Still do.   I should have asked if it was available....living with that regret!  No idea where I would put it.....but when has that ever stopped me....

There is three floors in the shop....and a clothing/purse/jewellery section as well as an abundance of pottery pieces!  Items missing or not carried were handmade quilts....I remember seeing them in days gone by....

It was fun to browse around & see all the neat things they carry just the same.  Mr. Seventies & Liesel browsed the grounds, chatting with other visitors....

In other news.....I have struggled to find a potted mum!  The ones I have found....are huge & too big for the front step!  The only smaller ones I have found are "fake" mums at Michaels!  So...no mums for the step.......perhaps just as well...

Thank you for spending a bit of your time with me....

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Apple & Pumpkin Picking Time

We spent a beautiful afternoon apple picking at a local orchard....one of our must go-to spots!  We're lovers of MacIntosh apples....and they were ready for picking...

 There were pumpkins & gourds still growing at the orchard...

Once our bushel basket was full of apples....we headed to a local pumpkin patch close by....

And we were not disappointed in the choices of pumpkins, squash & gourds...love the "Blaze" pumpkins...we picked one out....

The prices for pumpkins in the grocery stores here....are $8 each!!  You can be guaranteed the grower is not getting anywhere near close to that....another reason to purchase direct from the field!   We also picked a Lumina (white) pumpkin and a blue-greenish one!  Next year....we will plant a few pumpkins in our veggie garden...

Sunflowers were growing tall....reaching out to the sun...just look at that broody sky!

We finished off the afternoon with a visit to our favourite ice cream shop....grand daughter joined us on this afternoon....and enjoyed her favourite ice cream treat!  

I've added a few pieces to my wardrobe....I had ordered this casual matching set...it was on sale on their online website.....

However, a larger size in the bottoms arrived...thankful there is a local shop here....and I was able to quickly do an exchange...

I didn't get out of the store without this amazing coat catching my eye!  I had noticed it on their website...it is even more gorgeous in person....and extra shopping "bonus" points on all purchases that day.  I slipped on a size medium...and it fit beautifully....yes, please!  I now have four coats & jackets...that should suffice...

It will pair well with this warm pillbox hat....

Liesel update - our resident wire hair did amazing at her appointments - she lost a couple of small teeth...but given her age & minimal tooth loss over the years....our veterinarian had no concerns removing these teeth that were crowding molars....

Her tummy ultrasound showed an improvement in the lining inflammation...and her tail, where she had a lump...has healed nicely.  A small bump remains but the cyst contains no bacteria or cancerous matter. Both her tummy & tail area were shaved,  the fur will grow back in time...

She will remain on daily medication for her tummy for the time being....and we will re-assess in a month's time...

It's been a busy two weeks with numerous appointments....medical and other wise.  We are caught up until early October....

Much needed rain is in the forecast for the next three days...it is extremely dry here.  Mr. Seventies order of tulip bulbs arrived....and the ground was hard for planting them!  But, they are planted...now a good watering from Mother Nature is most welcomed....

Thanks so much for hanging out with me today....I appreciate you spending time with me!  Have an awesome weekend....

Til next time....

Spook-Tacular Family Room

 We're ready for fall & Hallowe'en in the family room....so pleased with the paint job on the wood pellet stove!  It looks brand new....amazing what a couple of cans of high heat paint can do!

I placed the bats on the inside of the lampshades....they come with little adhesive dots (won't harm the shades)....and look awesome when the lamps are on....

The sun was shining in....I love how it washes the room with light and warmth...(taken before I put the bats on the lamp shades)...

 

I am so crushing on Doug the Ghost Dog cushion....the cutest thing ever....Liesel is obsessed with him too....

And speaking of our resident wire hair....she has a big day today...(not that she is aware of tho)!  She undergoes a dental cleaning & a second ultrasound on her tummy....hopefully the inflammation in her stomach lining is settling down & a re-check on her tail as well.  The lump is still there...smaller but has not fully cleared up...

Little does she know the early morning car ride is to the vet's office!  Do you think she knows?

The bedroom is coming together....I love the colour!!  I was worried...as I've mentioned picking paint is my least favourite activity!  I do love how the room is turning out....

Has fall arrived in your area?  It has here...and I'm enjoying the cooler temperatures & breezy days!  This is my favourite time of year....

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I'm so happy you shared a bit of your time with me today...thank you for hanging out with me!  Til next time....

Primary Bedroom Re-Do Started

Mr. Seventies is back painting again!  I thought maybe we would get started on the bedroom next week...but he has chosen today to begin & who am I to disagree?  Currently he is taping things off & placed a couple of old, clean sheets over the bed...he's slid the night tables into the guest bedroom...and covered the remaining furniture with plastic sheets....

You can see from this morning photo...just how dark the room is until the light comes around in the middle of the afternoon.  I have no idea what or why I chose this wall colour... it is depressing to say the least...especially with the dark furniture...very little natural light doesn't help.  I've considered painting the bed an antique white...but will leave it alone......

 

Remember, I mentioned when making decisions...sometimes it's an instant thing?  And other times...I struggle.  When I saw this colour....Sunstone by Sico....it clicked.  Mix it up & let's go....

I'm hope I don't regret my choice...but it's only paint...(says the woman who has a full un-used gallon of blue paint in the hall closet).  I think anything but the current colour will be an improvement.  What do you think?  Have I made the right decision...feel free to share your input....

I'm currently trying to find suitable valances...in the length I want (21") and it is a challenge!!  I've ordered 24" tiers...and may have them shortened.....I'll have to see when they arrive....my idea may not work out...

The pellet stove & surround are completely finished!  Stove & chimney have been thoroughly cleaned & ready for heating season!  The technician advised everything can be painted as many times as needed...the high heat spray paint is much easier to use than regular spray paint.

There is little to no over-spray or dripping...so easy to use!  So much so...I taped off the glass & painted the stove!  Very happy with the results....not to mention a $6,000 savings...

I discovered these soy wax melts from Arvidsson...they also sell essential oils, diffusers and tart burners.   I put in an order...and they smell amazing!  You can find them on Amazon (just a free plug)....I'm currently using Snickerdoodles in a warmer...the smell is delicious!

I'm so ready to be done with these warm temps!  After today, we should enjoy more seasonal temps... we are almost officially in to fall!  We've been enjoying the fire pit in the evenings.  Mr. Seventies found a use for the bag of sand used in the pool to keep the pool steps secured....he spread the sand around the fire pit stove (done after this pic was taken)....and we've been enjoying fresh corn on the cob & carrots from the garden!  It is wonderful to have fresh veggies....

I have a dentist appointment today...it's been a busy week for appointments!  And...after a three month ordeal...the SUV will finally have a new muffler installed next week!  This situation has been on-going since early June...waiting for the muffler to arrive (since it can only be purchased through the dealership).

It went into our mechanic's shop two weeks ago to have the muffler installed....only to discover a required gasket was not included. And, of course..the dealer ordered it.....but couldn't find it!  Another two week wait time...but now the gasket is in the glove box...the new muffler is in the trunk...and fingers crossed it will be installed next week!   I was so excited to purchase this SUV (3 1/2 years ago) - now I cannot wait to unload it! 

Thanks so much for hanging out with me today!  I hope the rest of your day is awesome!   Til next time....

Little Bit of A Hallowe'en Kitchen

Can you believe we are in the middle of September already?  We've had a few fall-like days and over nights....the forecast the next few days is predicting return of the warm temps!  I'm over it!  Give me cooler, windy days with broody skies!  

While I wait for fall to "officially" arrive....come sit a spell in my kitchen!  The coffee is on...

 This area is Mr. Seventies favourite....everything is close by for making coffee & tea ....

I picked up these little dishes at the thrift shop last year...great for setting a cookie or small snack on...(minus the creepy spiders...)

Smells amazing in the kitchen....lots of pumpkin spice tart melts in the warmers...and spooky mugs on hand for hot beverages...

And Marvin the Mummy has a whole pumpkin full of candy corn....one of Mr. Seventies favourite treats!!

I'm crushing on the pumpkin place mats I ordered from Simons!   And the ghost pitcher holds a bouquet of fall colours....

The front entry got a few touches of fall.....I'm still loving on the scarecrow hooked rug!

The apron around the pellet stove is completely done....we left it off as the technician is coming today to clean both the stove & chimney.  This is the door & piece that houses the stove controls & is wired into the stove....which I did not remove for spraying...I covered everything in plastic, set it in a box & was able to spray it there.  I'll be happy to have the area put back together...

I've hope you've enjoyed this little tour of the kitchen!  

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Til next time...