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We've moved

Hi everyone, Our blog has moved and is now under the Norton & Co. banner. You can access it one of two ways Fine-and-dainty.tumblr.com or blog.nortonandcompany.com . Come on over and check it out. We have a on-line store now too! Thanks! Maureen Norton

Apr 4th

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Apr 1st

Mar 25th

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The axe man cometh

fine-and-dainty: Look at this cool vintage Cub hatchet from Dan “The axe man” Timonen. Not sure I want to paint this one . The colors are so cool already..

Mar 25th

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fine & dainty goods: Random Portraits →

fine-and-dainty: I just love portraits. I’m always scouring antique stores or garage sales for them. I like the idea of having random people on my walls staring back at me. When I was little I remember we had a portrait of this woman in our house. I had no idea who she was, so I concocted this elaborate story that…

Mar 25th

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Tres chic home bars

via bellevivir.blogspot.com via graceandivy.wordpress.com via joannagoddard.blogspot.com via lonnymag.com via lifeofluxary.com via: hausandhome.blogspot.com

Jan 28th

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Chevron love!

Jan 26th

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Jan 25th

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Watch

Just watched an episode of Anthony Bourdain’s The Layover: Rome and it made me crave some Cacio e Pepe. Here is a good video from Bon Appetit to show how easy it is to make. Buon appetito!

Dec 9th

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Can I get you a drink?

Next time you go out to eat, think twice about that pre-dinner drink. If you’ve never had an aperitif, this article has some great suggestions. One of my favorites is Lillet, it’s so good on ice with a twist of lemon. Bon appetit!

Oct 6th

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OCPD is design

Not only do I love this piece of art but I love the photo! I don’t think my need for organization and order can be categorized as OCPD (although some guy asked me if I was OCD at a party I threw the other week!) Ok I admit that all of the beverage labels need to face forward in my fridge, but it’s not a disease, right? I say it’s more of an attempt to organize the chaos of...

Sep 29th

tumblrbot asked: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE INANIMATE OBJECT?

Sep 29th

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May 29th

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Spirits of the Northwest

With an emphasis on flavor rather than alcohol, the Pacific Northwest is rapidly becoming a leader in craft-oriented small-batch distilling. By Cole Danehower From the May/June 2011 issue Just as the Northwest pioneered craft brewing in the 1980s, and as our regional wine scene developed during the same period, so today the region is home to a rapidly growing population of indie spirits...

May 7th

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Love your living room?

Does your living room need new life? Here are some great inspirational pics to get your creative juices flowing.

Apr 21st

TRADhome

Check out the premiere issue of TRADhome Lonny’s latest collaboration with Traditional Home.

Apr 14th

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The Perfect Pallet

I love taking everyday objects and using them in unique and creative ways. Giving a second life to something that would normally be discarded. Pallets are one of those objects that can be transformed into so many different things. I love what Fern Richardson over at Life on the Balcony has done with her pallets.

Apr 4th

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Mar 29th

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Cold Brew

Stumptown Coffee cold brew stubbies are here! Finally a bottled ice coffee that isn’t loaded with sugar and milk. It’s black and it’s bold. Althought I don’t sweeten my coffee, I do add a dash of cream. I like the idea that people can add to it as they see fit. Each stubbie comes with an “enjoy by” date that gives you around 10 days to drink up. Right now...

Mar 10th

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Verana

Who’s coming with me?? Fly into Puerto Vallarta then a quick drive gets you to Boca de Tomatlan — the last beach you can reach by car. From there it’s a 30 minute boat ride along the beautiful coast to Yelapa. On your arrival you will be greeted at the beach with mules who will take you and your luggage to the hillside location. Verana video

Mar 8th

The Ex Outlet →

Sell gifts and reminders from your ex.

Mar 7th

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Virtue and Vice

Today was the day to don your dapper duds and hop on your bike for the Tweed Ride. So fill up your flasks and load up those wicker baskets! More pics here

Mar 6th

Feb 20th

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Radiator chair at Anthropologie. Very cool!

Feb 18th

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Tabbed Out →

Pretty cool new App, cant wait to try it out. This is one way of making sure you don’t accidentally leave your card at the bar.

Feb 11th

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Dutch Tub

Weltevree is a Dutch company that makes products for the living environment. One of their coolest creations is the Dutch Tub. I have always been a water junkie and have a two-bath-a-day habit. I love being by the water, and love even more to be in it. There is nothing more relaxing to me than floating in water, so when I saw the Dutch Tub a few years ago I fell in love. They’ve created a...

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Click here for The Cherry Blossom Girl’s manicure tutorial.

Jan 24th

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By Lonny Magazine When in: Portland posted January 21, 2011 Photos by Leslie Montgomery When in Portland, be sure to stop by Cartola, a coffee house on a shady tree lined street in Irvington. It’s a neighborhood gem designed, decorated, and run by husband-and-wife duo Simone De Souza and Kit Corba. Click here to read more..

Jan 21st

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Pickling Momofuku Style

I’m a bit obsessed with David Chang and his string of Momofuku restaurants in NY. I haven’t been to any of them yet, but they are at the top on my list. Everyone raves about his pickled vegetables, and since I have been in the pickling mood lately, I thought I would give his quick recipe a try. Momofuku pickling recipe For brine: 1 cup very hot tap water 1/2 cup rice-wine...

Jan 21st

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I need a vacation!!

Thanks Elle Decor for putting these images in my head! Now all I can think about is transporting myself to one of these amazing locations… Jade Mountain, St. Lucia Four Seasons Bora Bora

Jan 21st

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The Art of Hair

I tried the Shu Uemura Absolute Essence oil out the other day and died. It is amazing and smells so good. So good, they make a candle with the same scent. A few years ago I started to get a fragrance sensitivity. I literally have to cover my nose and mouth when I would walk through the perfume section of a department store. Too much perfume or exposure to certain sprays will give me a doozy of...

Jan 19th

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Super cute bike seat.

Jan 13th

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Watch

Reposted from Oh Joy! If you wanna go to the coolest, most fun, unique wedding event out there, well, today just might be your lucky day! Founded by Audrey Woollen {of Urbanic}, Paige Appel, and Kelly Harris {ofBash, Please}, Hitched brings together the coolest wedding vendors in the Los Angeles & Southern California areas for a festive event sure to please. So, if you’re a bride...

Jan 10th

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Eat Cake

Sometimes cake is just too beautiful to eat, well almost. It can truly be a work of art. The colors on this raspberry pistachio encrusted cheesecake are stunning. I love all things white! This guinness chocolate cake is simply beautiful. I just love “Rose Frill” from Maggie Austin Cake in DC. It looks so fragile and delicate.

Jan 8th

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Washi Washi

Washi is a type of paper made in Japan. Washi is commonly made using fibers from the bark of the gampi tree, the mitsumata shrub, or the paper mulberry, but also can be made using bamboo, hemp, rice, and wheat. Washi comes from wa meaning Japanese and shi meaning paper, and the term is used to describe paper made by hand in the traditional manner. This multi-purpose adhesive tape is known for...

Jan 6th