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Tuesday, October 18, 2011

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I really like Serena Thompson's Farm Chicks style. To me, it's very Cath Kidston meets down-home Americana. Lots of pretty pale shades of blue and green punctuated with pops of cherry red and cheerful prints. (If I sound like I've been writing a lot, I have!)



Ever since seeing Serena's colorful kitchen in Where Women Cook (Dec/Jan/Feb 2011) I have been thinking about storing cupcake liners in a jar. So simple. Well, the other day at Target, I finally purchased a jar.



In went the cupcake liners. (I might paint the lid?)



Ready for cupcake and muffin baking!



My apologies for being absent from blogging. I miss being inspired by everyone and hope to make a big evening of visiting soon! As mentioned earlier in this post, I am busy writing these days, which is a dream come true!

Happy October!

xo
elyse
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26 comments:

  1. Cheryl SOctober 18, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    Love this pretty idea - thanks for sharing and wishing you much luck on your writing! :)

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  2. SusanOctober 18, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    What a cute idea! I'm off to buy a jar!

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  3. BettyOctober 18, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    They do look pretty in a jar. I'm afraid if mine were out in the open-it would just make me crave cupcakes. Which I don't need. Maybe I could just consider them artwork?

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  4. NanaDianaOctober 18, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    I am so happy that you are writing. I know how happy that must make you.

    I love the cupcake liners in the jar...how sweet is that?! But..... Yep...gotta paint that lid! AND I LOVE your clock!

    Hope you are having a wonderful week- xo Diana

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  5. Blondie's JournalOctober 18, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Hooray for you for getting some writing in...how exciting. I have this issue of Where Women Create and I have yet to look at it. I definitely will now!! Love the jar with the cute cupcake wrappers in it!!

    XO,
    Jane

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  6. Hearts TurnedOctober 18, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I love Serena's style, too...have ever since I accidentally fell upon her new cookbook almost two years ago...love that you found a jar--and I KNOW you're going to paint that lid!

    So glad you're enjoying the writing process...I love it, too...gives such joy, doesn't it?!

    adn...HAPPY BIRTHDAY, dear Elyse!

    Julie

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  7. Hearts TurnedOctober 18, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    um...I meant "and" Happy Birthday!

    Julie

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  8. hilary@oldhousetrueloveOctober 18, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    looks so SWEET...
    (not cute! ) ; )
    i'm happy you could fit that stop in to target the other day. wink wink.

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  9. AnonymousOctober 18, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Oh yes! I love it! I'm going this direction more and more!

    Have a wonderfuly happy birthday, Elyse! I'm so glad your dreams are coming true. ♥

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  10. LissyLouOctober 18, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    yes very nice xx

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  11. All things nice...October 18, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    I love all those bright colours- so fresh and modern too :) I love Cath Kidston, anything floral related or dots and spots. Thanks for sharing

    All things nice...

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  12. JillOctober 18, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    I was looking at those jars the other day~ thanks for giving me a legitimate reason to buy one!!
    Hugs,
    Jill

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  13. trishOctober 18, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    So cute! I love your new jar of cupcake holders. Now you can see your pretty papers all the time. :o)
    I hope you are having a nice week.
    Sincerely, Trish

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  14. UnknownOctober 18, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    I love how you make everything look so cozy. I love that idea with the cupcake papers. So happy that you are enjoying writing, your so good at that.

    Have a lovely evening.

    Karen

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  15. debiOctober 18, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Happy Birthday sweet friend!

    Hope your day was as wonderful as you!

    Love the pretty photos. I agree about the colors....YUM! I love your cute jar of cupcake papers, it looks really sweet in your dining room.

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  16. KateyedOctober 18, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    I do live her style. I haven't had the time to look! I am so glad to hear you are living your dream, Elyse, but I do love your tinkering for us!

    Suz

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  17. SLROctober 18, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    dear god...we ARE twins! i just did this!!! you know i love me some Serena and Cath. so happy you are writing more and more...especially for my fave mags! i can see that book of yours coming soon...
    XO

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  18. AnonymousOctober 19, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Sweet idea, Elyse! I think I'll borrow it for my vintage canning jar. :)
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  19. Pansy Cottage GirlOctober 20, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Super cute! I love Serena's style too. Hope your birthday was wonderful!

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  20. debiOctober 20, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Ooooooh! I love this post! All those beautiful colors are making me SMILE!

    You should paint the lid to your cute jar in your sweet signature shabby aqua.

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  21. piccolacelesteOctober 20, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Ciao complimenti per il blog è bellissimo ,a oggi se vorrai faro parte delle tue amiche ...baci a presto lù.

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  22. Laura GonzalezOctober 20, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Hermoso todo!!
    Besos
    Laura

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  23. AnonymousOctober 22, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    What a cute idea for the cupcake liners Elyse!!

    I am having issues with publishing posts on my blog for some reason. My mom has been here for a week so haven't had much time for posting anyways but do hope I can figure out what is the matter!

    At least I can still read my favorite blogs!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  24. BetsyOctober 23, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I did the same thing after seeing that issue! I had the perfect jar already, so it was easy! It's so fun to see all the colorful options and also to change them up for the seasons and holidays. I also enjoy Serena's Farm Chicks style.

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  25. koraleeOctober 23, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    You should see my pantry my friend...I have 2 huge jars filled with baking cups and sprinkles...one day I will take a photo...they do make me HAPPY.

    Hugs for a pretty new week. xoxo

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  26. Jessica RodarteDecember 30, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    Elyse,
    I had seen this post a while ago, but forgot to tell you how much I love this idea. My husband got me a new fancy/techy phone some time ago, and I have an app for Google Reader. It is so convenient, but I've been getting so careless about leaving a comment on my favorite posts.
    I was thinking about your post yesterday when I picked up the cutest strawberry liners... I just have to buy a jar soon!
    I hope all is well, and I look forward to your posts in the coming year. :)

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i treasure your comments and thank you so much!

xo
elyse