That Vintage Girl

The Art Deco style emerged in France and was formally introduced to the world a century ago at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris.  The exposition included pavilions showcasing Art Deco style in architecture, furniture, jewelry, textiles, and glass. Art Deco reflected modernity, glamour, and technology.  It combined opulent craftsmanship with industrial aesthetics using geometric forms, luxurious materials, and stylized motifs such as zigzags, chevrons, and sunbursts.  The Art Deco style quickly influenced architecture, fashion, industrial design and decorative arts worldwide.  Art Deco design had a significant impact on the architectural landscape of America that shaped many of the most iconic and beautiful structures built during the 1920s and 1930s.  Despite their historic and architectural significance, some Art Deco buildings have been lost to make way for modern developments and urban renewal projects....

"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." Norman Vincent Peale The magic of Christmas transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Throughout the world, Christmas holds a significant and special cultural touchstone. It weaves together cherished and diverse festivities and traditions with the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. From the joy of gift giving, to decorating our homes, to baking and dining with family and friends, the spirit of generosity and human connection brings a unique enchantment, making winter feel bright and hopeful. Christmas magic is in the collective embrace of joy, reflection, and shared humanity which fills out hearts each December.  May your Christmas by merry and bright. 🎄

The autumn months are filled with many wonderful holidays and opportunities to enjoy what the new season brings.  I started with an October wish list which is simple but includes many must-dos to celebrate this wonderful time of year!   Start decorating for the autumn season. Prepare my autumn wardrobe. Take a walk in the park to see the crimson and golden colored leaves. Visit an orchard to pick autumn fruits. Add potted chrysanthemums in autumn colors to the garden. Make an autumn wreath. Make pumpkin spice latte. Bake autumn sweets for family and friends. Visit a pumpkin patch. Make pumpkin soup and bake homemade bread. Bake a pumpkin pie. Prepare a costume for Halloween. Read mystery novels and watch scary movies. Visit a haunted house. Take a sunset walk.  Start autumn decorating. Prepare autumn wardrobe. Take  a walk in a park to see the fall foliage. Visit an orchard to pick autumn fruits like apples, persimmons, or pomegranates.  Added potted chrysa...