tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5045347696275245482024-02-19T10:47:21.595-05:00holly goes lightlyHollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.comBlogger387125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-31040663227539713412016-10-12T10:00:00.000-04:002016-10-13T10:25:08.928-04:00One Room Challenge {Guest}: Carriage House Kitchen - Week 2Week 2 already! For those of you new to HGL, I'm participating in the <a href="http://www.callingithome.com/blog/2016/10/one-room-challenge-guest-participants-week-1" target="_blank">One Room Challenge</a> and recreating the kitchen of my historic carriage house in Newport, Rhode Island. If you've been following HGL on Instagram (@<a href="https://www.instagram.com/seasaltinterieurs/" target="_blank">seasaltinterieurs</a>) you'll know we're making progress!<br />
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<li>Eliminate bulky beam, bad boxing, and moulding along back wall - replace with steel supporting brackets, low-profile box, and add new moulding around top of french door</li>
<li>Swap multi-colored granite countertops for classic, honed carrara<span style="color: #e06666;"><span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><br /></span></span></li>
<li>Run <a href="http://www.lowes.com/pd/American-Olean-Profiles-80-Pack-Ice-White-Ceramic-Wall-Tile-Common-3-in-x-6-in-Actual-6-03-in-x-3-01-in/999911377" target="_blank">glossy white subway tile</a> / white grout backsplash from counter to ceiling<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><br /></span></span></span></li>
<li>Add open shelving with <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0051QNJEW/ref=psdc_9628891011_t1_B001763WCE?th=1" target="_blank">wood brackets </a>+ under-mount LED lighting<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><br /></span></span></span></li>
<li>Remove beadboard from lower cabinets, add <a href="http://keystonewood.com/custom-cabinet-doors/shaker/" target="_blank">new shaker fronts</a> + <a href="http://www.houseofantiquehardware.com/White-Porcelain-Knob-4" target="_blank">porcelain knobs</a></li>
<li>Recycle fat, deep fridge - replace with <a href="http://www.lowes.com/pd/Bosch-800-Series-11-cu-ft-Counter-Depth-with-Single-Ice-Maker-Stainless-Steel-ENERGY-STAR/1000025525" target="_blank">new 24" bottom freezer model </a>(ice maker!)</li>
<li>Build 2 new pantry cabinets on either side of fridge<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><span style="color: #ea9999;"><span style="color: #e06666;"><br /></span></span></span></li>
<li>Source 1 <a href="http://www.oandgstudio.com/seating/" target="_blank">comfortable new bar stool</a> </li>
<li>Keep <a href="https://www.agamarvel.com/aga/products/dual-fuel-ranges/age-legacy-36-dual-fuel-range/" target="_blank">dual-fuel range</a>, install new black door fronts</li>
<li>Add <a href="http://www.sharpusa.com/ForHome/HomeAppliances/Microwaves/Models/SMD2470AS.aspx" target="_blank">sleek new microwave drawer</a> to island, eliminate island bar at front to improve flow</li>
<li>Pull <a href="http://rohlhome.com/Kitchen/Product_Detail.aspx?ProductID=RC24182018&Collection=1615&SubCollection=1639&ConnectionString=%22Search.RC2418%22" target="_blank">farmhouse sink</a> a bit forward, adjust plumbing, add new <a href="https://www.faucet.com/kingston-brass-ks127-ax-satin-nickel-heritage-bridge-kitchen-faucet-with-metal-cross-handles-and-side-spray/f1508247" target="_blank">bridge faucet </a>+ <a href="https://www.insinkerator.com/us/en/evolution-excel-garbage-disposal?utid=sem&gclid=COmpppH6188CFQaeGwodllIPpg#78034A" target="_blank">ultra-quiet disposal</a></li>
<li>Add new space for cocktail & coffee creation with open shelving, <a href="http://www.winecoolerdirect.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-WCD-Site/default/Product-Show?cgid=Wine_Refrigerators-Built-In-Wine-Coolers&mtcpromotion=PLA%3eWine_Refrigerators%3eBuilt-In-Wine-Coolers%3eSWC1535B&prod=SWC1535B&showGrid=true&src=SHOPPING&CAWELAID=120127150000003484&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=14566395674&CATCI=pla-105686423945&gclid=CL7M-d6vx88CFccV0wodmzoOAg" target="_blank">new wine fridge</a> + storage</li>
<li>Ditch 3 ugly pendants over island in favor of a <a href="http://www.dwr.com/lighting-ceiling/titan-3-pendant-lamp-with-diffuser/555562.html?lang=en_US&adpos=1o2&creative=96969738159&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CPbkmeusx88CFUS3GwoduOMN7w" target="_blank">single industrial fixture</a></li>
<li>Paint everything <a href="https://www.benjaminmoore.com/en-us/color-overview/find-your-color/color/OC-65/chantilly-lace" target="_blank">white</a></li>
<li>Hardwoods & hood remain as-is </li>
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Quick reminder of how everything looked when I purchased the carriage house in August,<br />
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initial demo of kitchen, including built-ins/soffit to left, wrought iron railing/beadboard above</div>
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demo of back wall, weird beam revealed under ugly boxing</div>
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fussy beadboard fronts gone, beam replaced with steel brackets, new plywood base ready for tile</div>
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borrowed existing, too-skinny cabinet for new cocktail zone; building wider cabinet to replace<br />
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new twin pantries will surround new counter-depth fridge</div>
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new wider cabinet installed just right of the range, electrical work for under-mount lighting complete</div>
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new brackets installed and, together with cabinets, ready for matte lacquer (6-layer process!)</div>
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Fingers crossed marble and tile will be installed next week. Big question remaining - will the new lacquered cabinet fronts be completed as well?<br />
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Everyone loves a dutch door. Everyone.<br />
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But they do complicate matters, especially in cold climes like New England. There's hardware confusion, heat loss, style decisions, installation issues - the list goes on. But despite everything, their charm is undeniable.<br />
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My house came with 2 dutch doors - at the front and (somewhat inexplicably) off a bedroom - both saddled with horribly ugly storms. Unfortunately, the front door had been badly installed and poorly made. It was a mess of mismatched hardware and hot glue (?), draped with an unremarkable textile and requiring asap replacement. But where to go from here? </div>
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These - a bit like mine with lights - appear to be very popular (notice all the lovely hardware - not at all like mine)<br />
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-78483256288624149222016-10-06T07:00:00.000-04:002016-10-13T10:40:14.195-04:00One Room Challenge {Guest}: Carriage House Kitchen - Week 1If this is your 1st visit to HGL, welcome! I started blogging in 2008, and HOLLY GOES LIGHTLY survived loads of change in my life - much backing and forthing over the Atlantic and upping and downing of the east coast. But during that time, I became more and more enamored of the immediacy of Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/seasaltinterieurs" target="_blank">@seasaltinterieurs</a>) and other forms of social media<span style="font-size: x-small;">. </span>HOLLY GOES LIGHTLY went on sabbatical.<br />
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Recently, though, I bought a 19th c. carriage house in Newport,
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For my first go, I've decided on the kitchen. The <i>before</i> is just below - exactly as it looked when i first viewed it with my r/e agent. Perfectly respectable and a decent layout, but definitely not living up to its full potential.</div>
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Over the next six weeks, I'll tweak various aspects to create a lighter, brighter, more open space. My new kitchen will (hopefully) optimize the existing footprint, better reflect the historic aspects of the carriage house, and blend more coherently with the adjoining living areas. Wish me luck!Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-26283708589233188122015-06-08T12:30:00.000-04:002015-06-08T12:36:25.159-04:00Whaling City CottageA quick note of thanks to the amazing Erin over at <a href="http://www.whalingcitycottage.com/" target="_blank">Whaling City Cottage</a> for featuring my newest endeavor, <a href="http://www.seasaltinterieurs.com/" target="_blank">seasalt interieurs</a>, on her fabulous blog.<br />
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Our shop features a curated blend of antique and vintage pieces from
England, France & America, custom overstuffed pillows sewn from vintage textiles & French ticking, hand-painted work from <a href="http://www.marymaguireart.com/" target="_blank">Mary Maguire</a> and <a href="http://www.margotlar.com/" target="_blank">Margot Lar</a>, plus a select group of wonderful items from <a href="http://www.faribaultmill.com/" target="_blank">Faribault</a>, <a href="http://www.foundmyanimal.com/" target="_blank">Found My Animal</a>, <a href="http://www.hedgehouseusa.com/" target="_blank">Hedgehouse</a>, <a href="http://www.spicherandco.com/" target="_blank">Kolene Spicher</a>, <a href="http://www.tinseltrading.com/" target="_blank">Tinsel Trading</a>, & <a href="http://www.shopthomaspaul.com/" target="_blank">Thomas Paul</a>, among others.<br />
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We're now open at 35 Franklin Street in Newport, Rhode Island, and have a large space at <a href="http://www.armoryantiquesnewport.com/" target="_blank">Armory Antique Markeplace</a> at 365 Thames Street as well. If you're on the island, we'd love to see you!Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-69277542554176767772014-12-28T19:10:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:15:36.179-04:00hunting & gatheringBrought home wonderful finds today ~ all eventually will appear shortly after at <a href="http://www.armoryantiquesnewport.com/" target="_blank">The Armory</a>. Here's the first 3, unpacked and tidied up... a set of 10 perfect 1920's French champagne coupes, a wonderful book on the people who forged the way West, and a pair of simple ceramic flower frogs with beautiful hand-painted detail. So much more to come.<br />
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-58775647489579102292014-12-26T13:30:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:13:21.442-04:00#fridayfindG. S. Sprague & Co., Boston, Massachusetts, was an esteemed supplier to New England outdoorsmen at the turn of the century. The shop was located (according to a mention in the November 1921 issue of Outing Magazine) at 138 Federal Street. Crafted in the United States of rawhide, leather, and ash (and originally purveyed by Sprague & Co. in the early 20th c.), this pair of snowshoes is an enduring piece of Americana and tribute to New England's outdoor sporting tradition.<br />
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-5254982028244901632014-12-19T20:00:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:15:16.550-04:00#fridayfindAmazing vintage pond boat from Newport, Rhode Island estate, in as-found condition with original paint, mast & beam. <br />
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If you've been spending the last few weekends laying by the fire watching football, wrapping presents & drinking eggnog lattes / whiskey sours until afternoon nap-time, this is a a much needed wake up call to put on your boots and enjoy the ridiculously full calendar that is <a href="http://www.christmasinnewport.org/" target="_blank">Christmas in Newport</a>. Strolling carolers, candlelit house tours, Nutcracker in a Mansion, Craft Fairs, and the only Messiah I'm aware of followed by a "festive Wassail Bowl reception" are all yours for the taking.<br />
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So get out there - only 7 shopping days left!Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-67866681460063335792014-12-15T11:00:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:17:16.378-04:00Smitten<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One mitten for two hands, they come in awfully handy when walking down a snowy lane. Hand-knit in red, hot pink, or charcoal, a wonderful gift for your favorite pair.Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-44837031337140861082014-12-14T09:00:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:04:14.374-04:00old beach journal<a href="http://www.oldbeachjournal.com/" target="_blank">OBJ</a> is a sassy little publication that keeps chic natives & tourists alike up-to-date on the most witty happenings and clever retailers in town. Grab one at the <a href="http://www.bannistersnewport.com/clarke_cooke_house.html" target="_blank">Clarke Cooke House</a> and give it a read over cocktails. We think you'll like.<br />
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-77718387979347669162014-12-13T23:00:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:19:28.061-04:00simple holiday chic<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Enough said.Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-11184282078386782972014-12-11T20:30:00.000-05:002015-06-02T19:06:44.351-04:00seasalt @ The ArmoryStop by <a href="http://www.seasaltinterieurs.com/" target="_blank">seasalt interieurs</a> @ <a href="http://www.armoryantiquesnewport.com/">Armory Antique Marketplace</a> this weekend for some holiday cheer. Find wonderful items to feather your nest or put under the tree - we're open late with live music Friday through Sunday.<br />
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-53533042744594165562012-05-28T07:30:00.000-04:002015-06-02T17:14:50.850-04:00Happy Memorial Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The <a href="http://www.queenscup.org/" target="_blank">Queen’s Cup</a> is like no other sporting event in or around Charlotte. Each year, on the last Saturday in April, thousands head down to Mineral Springs (45 minutes south of Uptown) to watch jockeys in bright silks & their sleek thoroughbreds clear 4+ foot jumps over a beautiful rolling course. And they come prepared -- with their big hats, loud prints, folding chairs, badminton sets, nerf footballs, and coolers packed with 6 hours worth of liquid sustenance. </div>
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It's raining here. Still. It was supposed to be gone by now, but it's not. I have a <a href="http://www.scalamandre.com/scalamandre-the-third-floor.html" target="_blank">zebra umbrella</a> like Kelly Wearstler's. And I think it's really fun. But I like the sun more. So rain, get lost.</div>
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Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-87863902333243521082012-04-24T20:41:00.000-04:002015-06-02T17:26:33.497-04:00Grenson Brogues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Grenson Shoes are quintessentially British -- the company was founded in Northamptonshire in the 1800's by William Green <span class="Apple-style-span">(originally "Green & Son"</span>), and the Grenson factory remains there to this day. Mr. Green's was the first factory in the world to use the Goodyear welt construction method for manufacturing gentlemen‘s shoes. These supremely traditional shoemakers are as well known for their classic brogues as they are for their bespoke shoemaking services. Their painstaking process underscores over a century of amazing craftsmanship. A single pair, made from the finest leathers known to shoe making, can take up to 6 weeks to complete.<br />
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Recently, Grenson developed a <a href="http://www.grenson.co.uk/en_us/shop/womens" target="_blank">women’s collection</a> -- in large part based upon its traditional designs for men (we love the <b><i>Rose</i></b>, <i><b>Martha</b></i> & <b style="font-style: italic;">Grace</b>.)<b style="font-style: italic;"> </b> Although I found their stock situation in London wanting, most styles are readily available (if significantly more expensive) via Grenson's U.S. website.Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-62261826094734142462012-04-23T13:58:00.000-04:002015-06-02T17:35:07.056-04:00Tom's Kitchen, SW3<div style="text-align: center;">
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A few blocks away from hoards of shoppers crowding the King's Road, and just a wee bit down from <a href="http://themarkhaminn.com/" target="_blank">The Markham Inn</a>, you'll find my favorite outpost of <a href="http://www.tomskitchen.co.uk/chelsea" target="_blank">Tom's Kitchen</a>.<br />
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Located in a townhouse on the site of a former pub, the bistro and a small bar are on the ground floor, a larger bar one floor up. The menus at Tom's -- chock full of amazing comfort foods crafted from local ingredients -- cover breakfast through dinner. And everything is served in a deliciously relaxed, vintage environment. Perfect for one of those nights when it's all you can do to reapply the lipstick.Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-33109199242676116362012-04-22T08:30:00.000-04:002012-04-23T13:58:40.849-04:00Hats Hats HatsWhile living in London, I developed a huge millinery crush. And when I returned to the city a few weeks ago, I absolutely loved revisiting a few of my favorite hat haunts.<br />
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At the <a href="http://www.vam.ac.uk/" target="_blank">V&A</a>, although most of its collection is currently in storage while Room 40 is under renovation, I managed to view a few pieces crafted by the incomparable <a href="http://www.philiptreacy.co.uk/" target="_blank">Philip Treacy</a> -- part of the much-lauded 2009 <a href="http://www.vam.ac.uk/microsites/hats-anthology/" target="_blank">Hats exhibition</a> (thankfully documented for posterity in this fabulous book)<br />
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The salon upstairs at <a href="http://www.lockhatters.co.uk/" target="_blank">Lock & Co.</a> in St. James is a favorite with the Duchess of Cambridge. While there, I was fitted by Sylvia Fletcher herself for one of her Hat-a-porter designs.<br />
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And <a href="http://atelier-millinery.com/" target="_blank">Atelier Millinery</a> is a wonderful little haven just off Carnaby Street, a stone's throw from <a href="http://www.liberty.co.uk/" target="_blank">Liberty</a>. Though a tiny space, it is full of wonderful sinamays, embellishments, and other millinery supplies. But Atelier is also chock full of hats for immediate purchase. <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/spy/street-chic/2011/06/10/tina-giuntini---carnaby-street" target="_blank">Tina Giuntini</a>, one of Atelier's instructors, was helping a pair of costumers seeking the perfect period toppers for a movie currently shooting near London when I arrived. She's an absolute font of information. Whether you're looking for help finding the perfect feather or crafting an amazing pillbox, she's the girl!<br />
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As they describe it themselves... <i>This collection (is) inspired by the tradition of improvising and by clothes that might have started as something else; dresses made of feed sacks, a parent’s shirt, pillowcases or bedspreads. Jumpers with rickrack and threadbare cotton shifts. Jeans with fabric added on the hem, and skirts made of pants. Clothes that are just as beautiful when worn by the third child as by the first. Beautiful dresses meant to be played in – that look as good freshly ironed as rumpled. My hope is that our grandchildren might come across these clothes in an attic or thrift store one day and be inspired to use them again, or turn them into something new.</i></div>
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They clean up beautifully in a front loader's hand wash cycle and to maintain the perfect bit of rumple, just hang dry & wear. Take it from me, once you wear one you'll want to possess these sweet peasant blouses in every print available.Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-58679772970650497582012-01-15T11:38:00.002-05:002012-01-15T22:42:50.840-05:00Happy Birthday, Kate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjqctrPZCOCo90LqCbeRvw8-oK6kE8S6POAGVaZjOe03JxtTdS-UlEOlyIxFV3kPEBu98UKiEtHCXFSp8sbx9OSLiz4AsC0yaz18kWMdrDRi0OtFYt4CBzYVSiTi-d1ydz9QkoHpo9WtGO/s1600/kate-middleton-300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjqctrPZCOCo90LqCbeRvw8-oK6kE8S6POAGVaZjOe03JxtTdS-UlEOlyIxFV3kPEBu98UKiEtHCXFSp8sbx9OSLiz4AsC0yaz18kWMdrDRi0OtFYt4CBzYVSiTi-d1ydz9QkoHpo9WtGO/s400/kate-middleton-300.jpg" width="300" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>I'm not one for red velvet bows or colored lights, and my Christmas door likes itself a little understated. How does your entry like to dress for the holidays?Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03911803115995014614noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-504534769627524548.post-72647923222729241542011-10-28T12:33:00.001-04:002015-06-02T17:53:13.841-04:00Jacksonville?Yes, Jacksonville. On business. And never without a {relatively large} group trip to <a href="http://www.roadfood.com/Reviews/Overview.aspx?RefID=5517">Singleton's</a> of Mayport. It's a dive {the food is served on styro and the 'ritas arrive in 20 oz plastic cups}, but some of the best fresh seafood and service in Florida. If you find yourself on the North Coast, you won't want to miss it...<br />
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Fresh seafood on ice as you walk in<br />
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The back screened-in porch looks out over the local shrimping fleet.<br />
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Each frame contains an image of a Labrador Retriever, sourced from antique English dog books and vintage post card collections.<br />
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