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Pies and Puggles

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Smithsonian Craft Show 2014

April 11, 2014June 4, 2019 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

I think when most people hear the words “craft show” they think about rag dolls, bird houses and homemade fudge as a marching band fundraiser at the local high school. But there is an entirely different side to craft. Even if you’re familiar with the world of indie craft via Etsy or shows like CraftyRead more

Posted in craft, smithsonian, travel

More Shenandoah Valley Fun: Grandma’s Pantry in Harrisonburg

February 4, 2014June 4, 2019 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

Back in December, Doug and I took a trip to Staunton, Virginia, a town of 25,000 people in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. It was probably our sixth or seventh visit there in the past three years. We really love it. At the prodding of a friend, I decided to go ahead and write aRead more

Posted in food, harrisonburg, staunton, travel, virginia

Staunton, Virginia: An Epic Love Letter

January 29, 2014June 4, 2019 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

Have you ever felt homesick for a place you’ve never lived? I know there are people who feel this way about London, New York, Paris. Doug and I feel this way about Staunton, Virginia. (HINT: It’s pronounced STAN-ton not STAWN-ton.) It all started on our honeymoon. Our work schedules were both very demanding at theRead more

Posted in south, staunton, travel

Antiques Roadshow Week: Richmond Love

August 22, 2013 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

Antiques roadshow wasn’t the only thing we did in Richmond last Saturday. We also grabbed some Dixie Donuts on our way to the taping and then after, we hit up our fave BBQ place, Buz and Ned’s. We also stopped in at The Decorating Outlet, which carries Shades of Light remnants and seconds. I wasRead more

Posted in antiques roadshow, richmond, travel, vintage

Leaving on a jet plane with just one suitcase

June 14, 2013 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

I don’t blog much about fashion, though if you follow me on Instagram, you may see a little more. My style is pretty basic. I’m not trendy. I don’t do designer anything. And any purchase over $50 is a total splurge. Back when I did the Get Dressed Challenge in November of last year, IRead more

Posted in fashion, travel

Field Trip Thursday: Pies & Puggles Takes Richmond

May 16, 2013 - Ali Burtt Leave a comment

In which Pies & Puggles drives to Richmond to buy donuts. Ahem. As pretty much everyone I know can attest, my favorite blog is Young House Love. John and Sherry Petersik have such a warm and approachable writing style and their DIY instructions are always easy to follow. They also happen to live in Richmond,Read more

Posted in day trips, decorating, field trip thursdays, richmond, travel
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