White Gables Blog

I can’t believe I’m doing this, but I’ve decided to put this painting in my Etsy shop. I love the piece, but as usual I’ve gotten some more ideas and want to try something new for above my mantle. The painting measures 32″ x 36″ and is a one-of-a-kind piece that I painted several months […]

I’m linking up to the Pleated Poppy for “What I Wore Wednesday” today and just have one outfit to share. It’s all about layering! Tank: Target White top: Goodwill (Old Navy) Jacket: Plato’s Closet consignment Skinny jeans: Kmart Boots: Plato’s Closet consignment Happy Wednesday! 

These days my life seems to be a whirlwind of trying to keep my head above water. I’m so excited for all the things that I’m doing and am involved with but it’s a daily struggle to keep my priorities in correct order and to have a life that’s balanced. It’s in challenging times like […]

Violet’s birthday is tomorrow but we celebrated with a little party last night at my parents’ house. It’s always amazing when your baby turns one – time just seems to fly on by. Violet is a serious little girl. Just like Jack used to be. He is now the funniest little guy you’ll meet, so […]

I’ve bee itching to do something creative in the house lately, so I decided to change around our entry a bit. We don’t have a formal entryway – it’s just a little corner of our family room. But it’s where everyone enters the house, so it gets a lot of use. Here’s what it looked […]

It’s “What I Wore Wednesday” again! Saturday: Dress: Forever 21 Wool Cardi: Goodwill (J. Crew) Tights: Target Shoes: Goodwill Belt: Goodwill Sunday: Striped top: Goodwill (White House Black Market) Jacket: free from clothing swap (J. Crew) Jeans: Goodwill (Ann Taylor Loft) Shoes: Goodwill Scarf: gift (Target) Monday: Cashmere sweater: Goodwill (Old Navy) ~ yes, you […]

Is it really Monday already? The days are just flying by lately. It might have something to do with these guys keeping me on my toes. All the time. They also give me crazy eyes. CAAARAAAAZZYYY. (Anyone watch Parks & Rec? Remember this reference?) The weekend was spent painting, staining, painting, and some more painting. If you’ve […]

Hey, hey! It’s another edition of “What I Wore Wednesday”. As usual, most of my wardrobe is either thrifted or from Target. I’m linking up to the Pleated Poppy. Friday: Dress: Target on clearance for $12 Leggings: Forever 21 Jacket: Ann Taylor Loft Belt: Goodwill Boots: Plato’s Closet consignment Saturday: Cardi: Goodwill (Target) Tank: Target […]

It’s been a couple of years since we had professional photos taken of our family. And after three rain-outs in the past few months, we finally made it happen. Shar Halverson took our pictures. And, holy bananas, she is awesome. We just did a half-hour mini-session and she still got loads of great pics. My Avery. […]

I’ve been busy shipping my signs all over the place and, since I’m so busy, I’ve decided to hire some employees for my shipping department. And I thought I would introduce you today. They are small but don’t let their size fool you, they are probably louder and have more energy than most people four times […]

I’ve been neglecting my “What I Wore” posts lately, mostly because I’ve been either covered in paint or children. But I did take pics this week of one outfit I wore. And, what do you know, the entire outfit is from Goodwill! Holla!! (Dress & belt are Target, shoes are REI) I’m linking up to […]

That’s what the Amish man who supplies me with wood and barn doors wrote down on my invoice last week. “Aimee the sign lady” Nice. That’s what I’ve been reduced to these days. Ha, ha. Although it feels like it lately. I’ve been working on lots of barn door signs. Can I just say, it […]