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Saturday, July 6, 2013

Romantic Homes July 2013

After this post I am only
ONE MONTH BEHIND
(being as the August issue is already here)

Anyway,
You know how I love 
Here's a preview of the July issue.
Jo-Anne Coletti/Vintage Rose Collection
has a six page spread-
each page more beautiful than the next.
With her use of chippy white and roses
she marries photography and writing beautifully.

Here's the July Cover
Love Romantic Homes Love

First blog I came across is
Cottage In The Oaks
Daune Pitman
has some wonderful projects there.
 Next up is
I enjoyed her latest
'One room three ways' post.

And, do you know
our own 
Tinkerer Belle?
She is amazing- trust me!

Another beautiful blog by Lidy Baars
Her garden settings are amazing!
Here's just a little peek.
And last, but not least,
Janet @ The Empty Nest
Her header drew me in and her
content made me stay.
I think you will enjoy her blog-

Another great Romantic Home issue.

What am I doing today?
Well, it involves reclaiming a spot in the basement
that I have all junked up.
It's gonna be a long day.
Either that OR I ain't doing nuthin'
I'll let you know tomorrow!

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46 comments:

  1. SuzanneJuly 6, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    Looks lovely! Can't wait to check it out. Glad to hear you had a good Fourth of July.

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  2. andrea@townandprairieJuly 6, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Don't you just love it when you boycott and do nothin'? Dan asked me the other day- "What are you doing?" I said, "NOTHIN'." B/c I can! Before I know it, school will start, and all the day-to-day crap and I want to just BE for awhile. DO you know in Europe it's considered impolite to ask someone what they do for a living? I hate how we're defined by our job here. When some asks- what do you do? I'd love to just say what I ENJOY.

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  3. vivianJuly 6, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    I love that magazine.. I used to be a total magazine junkie and would spend a hundred bucks a month on them.. seriously. but since blogging and pinterest I dont feel the need so much! I did however just buy romantic homes and vintage flea market styles last night to take to the beach with me today!
    have a great weekend
    xoxo

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  4. SusieJuly 6, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    Diana, When I see all that pretty white...I really would love even just one room like that. Right now, I'll have to settle for thumbing through the magazine.:):)Don't over work....I am not a fan of straightening anything.LOL xoxo,Susie

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  5. AnonymousJuly 6, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    Hi Diana! Oh, I love Romantic Homes but must admit I don't buy it much anymore. Since blogging, I feel I get my decorating fix. But you've shown some new blogs to me so I'll go visiting. Hope you had a nice 4th and thanks for popping in to see my little new blog. I do believe we're going to love Kiki!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  6. Celestina MarieJuly 6, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    Diana, I love this months addition. All the features are beautiful and I have a shoppe ad in this one too.
    Have fun with your project.
    I wish I had a basement to cool off in. AC out till next week. I guess I just have to stay in the pool. LoL
    Happy Saturday!
    Hugs

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  7. BoopnutJuly 6, 2013 at 6:49 AM

    Although I appreciate the Romantic Homes, it's not me. That is just for my fantasy life...LOL

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  8. AnonymousJuly 6, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    Love all the pretties you've shared this morning. Don't work too hard today.

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJuly 6, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    It was funny, I was familiar with every blog featured in that issue, Diana. I just got the new one the other day and have started going through it. I'm waiting for a day when I have a couple of hours to myself and can finish enjoying it.

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  10. Linda at French HollowJuly 6, 2013 at 7:06 AM

    Thank you for sharing this dreamy stuff! And now...back to reality...I don't even want to THINK about my basement space!

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  11. Victoria's Vintage DesignsJuly 6, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    Lovely pics & love Romantic Homes... good luck in the basement! Happy Saturday!

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  12. Janet Metzger, ArtistJuly 6, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Thank you so much for the sweet shout out...it was such a thrill being featured in Romantic Homes...my 15 minutes of fame!

    Have a lovely weekend!!

    janet xox
    The Empty Nest

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  13. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 6, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    I think we're all running a little behind this summer! But it's nice to get things done around the house. Lovely magazine! I should subscribe. I did....years ago! Sending you some sweet hugs!

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  14. Debi WeeFaerieJuly 6, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Not the dreaded basement! I say do nothing and enjoy another blissful summer day. Beautiful post this morning :)

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  15. Preppy Empty NesterJuly 6, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Will definitely add these to the list of blogs to check out. Have a wonderful rest of the weekend!

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  16. Rick WatsonJuly 6, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    That white brick backsplash is a good idea. We've been thinking about doing something different in our kitchen and this might be it.
    Nice.

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  17. KarenJuly 6, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    I enjoyed this. Don't you love that name: Tinkerer Bell. Enjoy your basement cleaning...or not!

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  18. pembrokeshire lassJuly 6, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Unfortunately we don't have that in UK So wish we did. It seems full of great things! I think you need a rest. It is, after all, Saturday! Are you going out on the town tonight?! Joan

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  19. living from glory to gloryJuly 6, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    Hey Girl, I about shorted out my computer with that dang smore.
    I cried over the Warror. It is like hormome swinging every which way. Your my sweetest moment each day as I read your post, and your comments always make me glad to be a blogger!
    Blessings, Roxy

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  20. TrishaJuly 6, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    I wish I could jump inside those pages! They really are so romantic...thanks for sharing. I may have to get a subscription someday!

    ~Trisha

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  21. Julie MarieJuly 6, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    Love RH too!... and I love all the ladies in it... Jo~Anne Coletti and Lidy Baars have been friends of mine since before I even had a blog... I shopped with each of them and still do... so nice to look at all the beautiful things they share in RH... just got my August issue several days ago... wait till you see who is in it!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  22. RURAL July 6, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    I do love RH also...such pretties everywhere. And I love how the mags are featuring bloggers what fun.

    Jen

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  23. Judy at GoldCountryCottageJuly 6, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Diana, after scrolling through some of your last posts, I see that I must be more than ONE month behind. Your patio came out looking very beautiful and I finally was able to visit Kurt's blog too.. You certainly take care of all of us.. What a shame that all this kind of thing has to be a part of life..Happy Weekend..Judy

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  24. JettieJuly 6, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    I'm working on one of those junked up places too, the garage.

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  25. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryJuly 6, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    I also LOVE RH and reread them all the time.
    I am following Kurt - thanks for the heads up.
    Don't work to hard in the basement.
    Enjoy summer.
    Mary

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  26. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartJuly 6, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    One of the prettiest magazines around filled with gorgeous ideas. Isn't it so special to see bloggers featured on its pages.

    Grabbing a few free minutes at the computer as I wait for our daughter and family to arrive for an overnight visit. They are driving 10 hours from a week vacation at Myrtle Beach and then 6 more hours tomorrow to their home in upstate NY.

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  27. NellieJuly 6, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    So many projects that need attention around here, too, Diana. "Doing nuthin'" sounds quite appealing.:-) xo Nellie

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  28. The Polka Dot ClosetJuly 6, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    A great issue with some of our favorite bloggers! Wish I had a basement to clean and shove junk in...Something about the water table here in Florida

    Carol

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  29. JapolinaJuly 6, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    Thank goodness we don't have a basement (or attic or garage) I Can only imagine the hoarding that would go on it!

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  30. AnneJuly 6, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Yes I am behind too.Just back from vacation.I scheduled all of my posts :-) .And now to play catch up!
    xx
    Anne

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  31. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJuly 6, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    I really need to buy a subscription to RH because I am missing out on all these blog features. You are so sweet to feature everyone too! Good luck in your basement. Have to admit I'm a bit curious. ha!

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  32. This N ThatJuly 6, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    I hope you did nuttin'....

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  33. Thistle Cove FarmJuly 6, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    Thanks for the update, I do enjoy that magazine.

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  34. Ricki TreleavenJuly 6, 2013 at 6:57 PM

    I loved the July issue! One of our bloggy friends is in the August issue, so you need to start reading it!

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  35. Sew a Fine SeamJuly 6, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    I love Romantic Homes magazine too. I am woefully behind - I have never subscribed to it and I haven't been to the library to get them for months. I'd love to be featured - but I'm not sure my itty bitty blog will ever get noticed in the big huge sea of bloggers ! LOL!

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  36. SImple and Serene LivingJuly 6, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Hope you chose nothing, because I think you could spend an entire day thumbing through the magazine. xo Laura

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  37. Shabby Brocante, KarenJuly 6, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the sneak peeks you give us and all the great bogs! Thanks! I am wondering if your did "nuthin" or cleared the spot??? Can't decide! )
    Karen

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  38. KathyJuly 6, 2013 at 9:01 PM

    Gorgeous - I can't wait to get my issue! Hope you have a great weekend,
    Kathy

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  39. Dear LillieJuly 6, 2013 at 9:58 PM

    Good luck in the basement! =) And thanks for the mention! I hope you have a wonderful rest of the weekend!

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  40. Edith DUTERTREJuly 7, 2013 at 1:34 AM

    hello
    bien que je sois en France
    je reçois ce magazine
    grâce à FIFI
    les autres personnes je ne les
    connais pas
    mais je vais aller m'y promener
    bon courage pour les grands
    travaux de nettoyage
    bon dimanche
    tendresse
    edith (iri) France

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  41. Winkel's Crazy IdeasJuly 7, 2013 at 3:01 AM

    Hello Diana, what a lovely magazine. It looks like my type of reading and l will definately pop in to visist those blogs. Today is a bit of a muddle day here, not sure what and when anything is happening but hope to have some time to do very little for a while :-) Pam x

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  42. AnonymousJuly 7, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Gorgeous. That first picture is so beautiful.

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  43. Maria ElenaJuly 7, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    Love this magazine! Always such beautiful inspiration!

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  44. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJuly 7, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Hi Diana! Taking advantage of a little afternoon thunderstorm to catch up on my blog friends! Happy Birthday to little CJ and hope you get to see the August RH soon...our At Home With White Event is in it!!
    Happy Sunday!

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  45. Maureen WyattJuly 7, 2013 at 11:18 PM

    I just settled in today to read the newest Victoria issue. Romantic Homes is next on the list. Those magazines simply make me feel good!

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  46. ElyseJuly 10, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    hey sweetie!

    thank you for including me in this post!!!

    i hope all is well and yummy!

    happy summer wishes

    xo
    elyse

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