My 70's Sidewalk Cafe

The thing about a "domestic" blog is that one has to find the time to stop being domestic in order to write about it. And, something about the weather getting colder and the holidays setting in that gives me urge to craft! I've been in the middle of many craft projects, and not all will be revealed in this post, but suffice it to say that the surface of my dining room table hasn't been seen for weeks!

The first project, was one long overdue, but I had to wait for inspiration to hit. Well, truth be told I was waiting for funds to hit, when that didn't happen I began looking for alternate inspiration. So, burrowing deep into the depths of my fabric rubbermaid, I found the answer and, lo and behold, my kitchen curtains are finally hung! I've always wanted a very retro 70's kitchen, but without the drab quality. To avoid this I painted the walls a deep teal. I may have over-compensated, but it does provide a nice, up-beat back drop for my beloved oranges, mustard yellows and alvacado greens that I love so much. All that to say, that the curtains finally bring it all together with a very mod 70's print that showcases all those fabulous shades.


I now feel like we're dining at a sidewalk cafe during our meals. This illusion is due in part to the sidewalk that is, in fact, right outside the window...but I like to think that the curtains play a part as well.


The mug is one I inherited from my mom's mom with whom I share a special and unexplainable connection (but that's another story). It seemed a shame to have my favorite mug hidden in a cabinet, so it's now being re-purposed into a safe haven for flower refugees, escaping this morning's snow flurry.







And now, with my kitchen finally complete, a fire in the fire place and the weather blustery outside, I end this post to go make a giant pot of chili. Hope you all are staying as warm and cozy as a socks fresh out of the dryer!