More Country Inspired Color Schemes

It's Tuesday and I figured you could use a good dose of color to brighten your day.  A while back I posted about country inspired color schemes and thought it was time to share with you a few more of my favorites.  Then head on over to design-seeds and enjoy a few more.  You won't be disappointed!

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10 Things You Should Know Before Buying an Old House

1. If your house was built when electricity was considered a luxury, be thankful for your one outlet.

2. An old fireplace adds ambiance until a bat flies out of it.

3. Push button light switches are way more fun than the typical toggle switch.

4. Those almost to the floor windows may be expensive to replace but the natural light is priceless.

5. There may be hidden treasures in your walls. We found a 1920's medicine bottle, but decided against trying the medicine.

6. There was a time when garbage trucks didn't exist.  Now remember that when you are digging in the yard.

7. Kids will have endless fun rolling balls on the not so level floors.

8. They don't make stuff like they used to.

9. The bucket of extra doorknob parts you bought at the flea market will be your favorite purchase of the year.

10. Soaking in the clawfoot tub will make you remember why you fell in love with the house in the first place.

A Sledding Party

So what do you do when you have had nine consecutive days of snow?  Well, you can tell everyone you meet that you are moving to Florida OR you can throw a sweet little sledding party.  Gather some friends and hit the hills. We are having a casual afternoon party with kids and adults so I chose easy help yourself kind of food.

Menu

Slow cooker hot chocolate (See recipe below)

Caramel corn

Chili and toppings

Hot dogs and condiments

Single Serving bags of Fritos

Assorted raw veggies

Chocolate chip cookies

Slow cooker hot chocolate

Ingredients:

1.5 cups of heavy cream

1 can (14 oz.) of sweetened condensed milk

2 cups of milk chocolate chips

6 cups of milk

1 tsp. of vanilla extract

Place all ingredients into a slow cooker and stir.  Cook on low heat, stirring occasionally.  I turned mine down to warm once all the ingredients were well combined.

I made some star wands similar to the ones pictured on the inspiration board.  I spread whipped cream onto a wax paper-lined pan and froze until it was set.  Then I used a star-shaped cookie cutter to make the stars and I stuck a popsicle stick (because that is what I had) in each one.  I think the frozen whipped cream will be a nice way to cool the hot chocolate for the little kids, but you could definitely use marshmallows instead.

Rainy Days

Today was the 8th consecutive day of waking up to freshly fallen snow.  The trees have been beautiful, but with all the spring catalogs arriving I can't help thinking about spring.  I am looking forward to the warm rain and jumping in the puddles, with the boys of course! (wink, wink)  Rain coats and rain boots are a neccessity around this house and here are my picks for this spring.

Infant Striped Coat

Ladies Striped Coat

Boys Yellow Coat

Infant Red Boots

Ladies Boots in Cornflower

Boys Navy Boots

Cozy in the Country

Happy Friday everyone!  I am so excited to get the weekend started!  We are heading to an indoor water park to warm up and relax a bit.  I am hoping for a peaceful car trip, warm water and 24 hours without dirty dishes.  What more could a girl want?

Via Hostess with the Mostess

Have you seen this robot-themed baby shower yet? Check out the adorable food labels.
This interactive children's book is one of our new favorites.
I don't think I've ever had one of these, but the photo looks amazing!