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Weekend Recap and Spring Parade of Homes

April 7, 2014 by Cassie 44 Comments

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Happy Monday!  I am going to keep this short on words, long on pictures, because I am pooped!  This weekend was a crazy whirlwind of action and a complete blast!  Thought I would share with you some peeks into it…

Friday night was Chinese themed family fun night at the neighbors, and also the night that Kelly and Denise were arriving…. being overly ambitious I decided to try my hand at chinese donuts for the first time while I awaited their arrival.

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My taste testers…. I think you can tell they were a hit!

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Kelly brought me some new art for my dining room gallery wall, and an awesome vintage owl ice bucket!  (I have the matching tray and she had no idea- too funny!)

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Saturday morning I was the first to arrive at Sweet Clover…. the sun was shining, (Although it was ridiculously windy!) and the crafty camper was ready for action!

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The vendors arrived, Denise and Kelly arrived, and craziness ensued!  It was super busy!  I intended to take real photos of Denise at work, but I had to snap quick phone shots instead when I had a chance.  Here is Denise teaching how to make animal keychains and necklaces.  She made me an adorable necklace with….. wait for it…. a deer! 😉  I love it!  I forgot to snap a picture of it!

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Outside, artisan vendors were set up selling their handmade goods.  They all arrived with tents, but the wind was so strong that we had to resort to plan B.  A couple of vendors ended up with broken tents,  and I felt horrible, but I can’t control the weather…. If I could this winter wouldn’t have been as long!

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The second class Denise taught was paper flowers.  These were adorable!  I’ve never made them before, but would love to try it!

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Kirby also drove up from NC to make a visit!  I always love seeing Kirby and sharing laughs with her.
We joked when Kirby arrived that it was now officially a blogger event because we had 5 of us there….Pictured from left to right: Kirby, Kelly, Sarah, Denise, me (and yes I am wearing a puffy winter coat.  Warmth over fashion any day).

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After the work day was over, I picked up Kirby at her hotel and we headed downtown for dinner at Acacia.  We had such a great time just talking about life.  I loved this quote at the top of the menu and felt it suited me to a tee.  Oh, and I had the Brussels Sprouts and the Season’s Harvest (vegetable dish).  YUM.  If you haven’t been to Acacia, it’s one of my favorites!

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Yesterday I was sooooooo tired, but this guy kept whining for me to wake up already!

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Once I got moving, I took my favorite girl to the outlets for some Spring clothes shopping and new running shoes for me!  Emmy had a BLAST.  She was like Katherine Heigl in 27 dresses in the fitting room…. dancing with each new outfit on!
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And I couldn’t resist these adorable outfits for my new twin nephews, coming soon!

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I also bought these adorable whale lovies for them at our outdoor market from Mayberry and Main.

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And one more purchase- I purchased this adorable vintage painting from The Crafty Camper! 🙂  I brought it home for Emmy and we added it to her room.   Daisies are my favorite flower, so I thought it was special.

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And finally, I wanted to let you know that I am participating in a Spring Parade of Homes with several amazing bloggers this week!

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Since it has JUST started warming up here, I am promising mine will be only vaguely Spring-ish…. I’m trying! 😉
Here is a little preview of the week ahead, followed by links at the bottom!  Be sure to visit today’s featured homes for some Spring inspiration!

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MondayThrifty and Chic / Lovely Etc. / Making Home Base
TuesdayThe Happy Housie / House by Hoff / The Blissful Bee
WednesdayBigger Than the Three of Us / Cuckoo4Design / Just a Girl and Her Blog
ThursdayRain on a Tin Roof / May Richer Fuller Be
FridayAn Inviting Home / Primitive and Proper / Place of My Taste

Have fun checking them all out! Now I am off for more fun…. taxes.  Monday Monday.
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Comments

  1. Kirby Carespodi says

    April 7, 2014 at 10:35 am

    It was great seeing you at the blogging conference, Cassie! (As always.) Love the whales!

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  2. Laura @ Top This Top That says

    April 7, 2014 at 11:03 am

    what a great picture of you all. it looks like you had a great weekend. so how did the donuts turn out?

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  3. Julia Konya says

    April 7, 2014 at 11:34 am

    What a fun fun weekend. I love the presents you got from Kelly

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  4. reFresh reStyle says

    April 7, 2014 at 11:53 am

    What a fun weekend! Maybe I’ll catch a ride with Kirby next time 🙂
    Debbie

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  5. Cathy Wall says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    What a terrific, whirlwind week-end….my head is spinning just taking it all in!

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  6. Dana Frieling says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    I don’t think you could have crammed one more thing into your weekend! Glad you had fun.

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  7. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    Tired is right! I am so happy the shoppers and the bloggers showed up for our event!

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  8. House Envy says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    I don’t think you could have packed one more thing into your weekend! Sounds like a great couple of days. Congrats on the home tour! Can’t wait to check it out!

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  9. Kerri says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:22 pm

    What a fun weekend! 🙂

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  10. Angela Santaniello says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    That sounds like the most amazing (& exhausting) weekend! Love those whales!!! 🙂

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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  11. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    April 7, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    I’m so thrilled at the great crowd you had! Cheers to all of your hard work paying off!! And can’t wait to check out the tour each day this week.

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  12. michelle@decorandthedog says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    You are one busy! Sounds like a fabulous weekend. I LOVE that daisy print!

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  13. michelle@decorandthedog says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:01 pm

    You are one busy! Sounds like a fabulous weekend. I LOVE that daisy print!

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  14. Carmel - Our Fifth House says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    Sounds like you need a weekend to recover from your weekend. 😉 I love those kinds of weekends! That daisy print is super cute!!

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  15. karen@somewhatquirky says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Fun.Fun.Fun.Fun.Fun.Fun!!!!! In my dreams I have a camper and drive it around crafting with random crafters.

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  16. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Sounds like a pretty awesome weekend!

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  17. Beth of designPOST Interiors says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:40 pm

    A good full weekend! Relax on this Monday friend!

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  18. Jane Craske says

    April 7, 2014 at 1:53 pm

    Wow! Looks fantastic and those donuts…

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  19. Twice Nice says

    April 7, 2014 at 2:38 pm

    How fun! Wish I lived closer!

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  20. [email protected] says

    April 7, 2014 at 2:44 pm

    What a fun weekend! I had fun following your adventures on IG. And Kelly nailed it with your gifts! xo Kristin

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  21. Eclectically Vintage says

    April 7, 2014 at 2:57 pm

    Best time ever – thanks for putting me up (and putting up with me)!!!
    Kelly

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  22. Keya @ Vintage Prairie Style says

    April 7, 2014 at 3:56 pm

    well another busy weekend for you. love the idea of the crafty camper – amazing! mary is exactly the same as emmy in a change room my mom calls it “shopping mode” it’s a sight! looking forward to all the homes this week.

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  23. Mekenzie @ interiorsbykenz.com says

    April 7, 2014 at 5:59 pm

    Looks like you had a perfect weekend!

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  24. Katja @ Shift Ctrl ART says

    April 7, 2014 at 6:34 pm

    What a fun weekend you have had and I can totally see why you were so exhausted from it.

    I really enjoyed your photo safari 🙂

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  25. Dear Emmeline says

    April 7, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    I spy my boy! He was intently waiting his turn to get his little horse operated on. Unfortunately, he was less than thrilled to have a hole drilled and hook attached to his stallion’s back! lol. He even whacked Denise for it :/. Turned out amazing and judging by the number of cars and shoppers that were there when we were I hope it was a successful weekend for all! Now get some rest!

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  26. Allison says

    April 7, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    What a fun weekend and a packed one you had! Hope you get a couple days of R & R now. Emmy is so cute holding her bag of her new clothes.

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  27. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    April 7, 2014 at 8:49 pm

    What a fabulous weekend! Start to finish! A little wind doesn’t keep you down!

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  28. Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says

    April 7, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    This looks slike such fun! Wish I was closer – some day…

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  29. Amber Wills says

    April 8, 2014 at 1:05 am

    Ah looks like it was so much fun! I love those stuffed whales! Adorable!

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  30. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    April 8, 2014 at 1:31 am

    Cassie, you are as busy as ever, but it looks like you had a fun weekend. I think I want to try those donuts…

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  31. Ali Richardson says

    April 8, 2014 at 2:18 am

    Sounds like you had a busy fun weekend. Miss you!!!!!

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  32. Tiffany says

    April 8, 2014 at 2:27 am

    What a fun weekend and some great scores. Don’t you just love that?!

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  33. Miss Charming says

    April 8, 2014 at 5:03 am

    It looks as though you had a good weekend with some fun bloggy friends.

    Love the sweet little painting you found for Emmy’s room.

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  34. donna bailey says

    April 8, 2014 at 8:10 am

    Sounds like full and busy weekend. I liked your chinese donuts. I have to try them.
    Spring cleaners in SW19

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  36. Meaghan Rosso says

    April 8, 2014 at 11:55 am

    Don’t feel horrible about the tent breaking. I am getting a full refund! The legs shouldn’t have broken that easily. I had a great time and met a lot of creative and awesome vendors. Thanks for including me in such a fun event! -Meaghan

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  37. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    April 8, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    What a fun event at Sweet Clover! Those Chinese doughnuts look REALLY good. You’re making me hungry and I just finished breakfast!

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  38. Laurie from Laurie Jones Home says

    April 8, 2014 at 3:23 pm

    Busy week! It’s exciting to see how big Sweet Clover is becoming! I still love that photo of Emmy and the donuts! I saw it on instagram and it made me laugh! Love the daisy painting, they’re my favorite flower too!!

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  39. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    April 8, 2014 at 3:46 pm

    How fun to spend time with blogger friends! Sounds wonderful. Looking forward to the parade of homes!!

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  40. Bethany DeVore says

    April 8, 2014 at 6:42 pm

    Looks like you had a great weekend! Love the idea of a Chinese themed family fun night and donuts are always a good idea! 🙂

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  41. Shavonda@AHomeFullOfColor says

    April 8, 2014 at 8:18 pm

    Boy did you have a busy weekend!! Looked like so much fun though. I love both the new paintings!

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  42. 17 Perth says

    April 9, 2014 at 1:43 am

    What a fun weekend!! Sounds like everything went great. New running shoes?!! I love getting new shoes…I’m a nerd. Lol. How’s training?

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  43. Gretchen says

    April 9, 2014 at 2:50 am

    Sounds like a fun and busy weekend! Those whales belong in Abe’s nursery!

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  44. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    April 10, 2014 at 12:30 am

    Sounds like an amazing weekend! I was so wishing I could have made the drive up there to hang out too!

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