Sorry soooo late the Tablescape Party... It is such a hot day here... I thought I would pack up some food and head to the water... cool breezes... soooooo I could not make up my mind... I've been busy shopping for
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Macarons to Nibble by the Sea (
6" x 6.5" painting available)...
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not sure macarons were enough... I stopped by to see Ina for her advice about a picnic...
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she suggested I fill my basket with grapes, berries, cheese, sausage...
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and of course some easy to go
Barefoot Contessa items she had on hand...
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Oooh la la... PERFECT for a Lounging Day by the Water (
6.5" x 6.75" painting available)... inspiration for this painting via
Aiken House & Gardens...
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I hope your day is COOL and ENJOYABLE!!! Be sure to visit other
Tablescape Thursday participants via Between Naps on the Porch...
Andddd don't forget... if you have a book... and you LOVE to read... you must have the PERFECT bookmark!!! Or if you have a friend that LOVES to read... Or... darn I say it... if you are looking for STOCKING STUFFERS... HANDPAINTED BOOKMARKS are FABULOUS and
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Fashion Friday tomorrow... Au revoir... à demain !
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