Monthly Archives: May 2013

Friday Five – Number Thirty Seven

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Tina

Thirty-seventh in a series creating a collage using five elements.

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Two Ladies in the Yard

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Joe_Williams

Our lady from last week is back in her back yard accompanied by an older woman I assume is her mother. Our younger lady sports a sunnier expression than she did in the photograph in last week’s post. Maybe that … Continue reading →

Posted in The Capewell Glass Negative Collection | Tagged analog, antique photograph, early 20th Century, glass negative, John B Capewell, New Jersey, photography, Photoshop, The Capewell Glass Negative Collection, USA, vintage, Westville, Willceau | 1 Comment

Macaroni Salad

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Tina

Cook-out season is upon us, and this macaroni salad is a classic, make ahead, side dish that’s the perfect side kick to a burger or grilled chicken. This is a grandma type of macaroni salad – no fancy ingredients – … Continue reading →

Posted in Glorious Food, Lovin' from the Oven, News | Tagged cook-out food, hardboiled eggs, macaroni salad, side dishes | Leave a comment

The Bijou Cafe

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Joe_Williams

While trying to de-clutter some of the clutter around the old homestead, I came across a free publication from the Spring of 1979 called In Print. It was produced by Philadelphia-area college students aimed at Philadelphia-area college students. It was … Continue reading →

Posted in Blast from the Past, Philadelphia | Tagged 1979, Barry Manilow, Bijou Cafe, concert, Grover Washington Junior, In Print, jazz, Lombard Street, music, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia | 8 Comments

Memorial Day 2013

Posted on May 27, 2013 by Tina

“All we have of freedom, all we use or know – This our fathers bought for us long and long ago.” – Rudyard Kipling

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How To Get a Head In Business Without Really Trying

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Tina

Posted in News, Photography | Tagged antique stores, mannequin heads, vintage | Leave a comment

Friday Five – Number Thirty Six

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Tina

Thirty-sixth in a series creating a collage using five elements.

Posted in Collage, Friday Five | Tagged brick walls, collage, fruitcake, pretty girls, vintage | Leave a comment

Lady in the Yard

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Joe_Williams

Sadly, I have no idea who this woman was, but John Capewell of Westville, New Jersey saw fit to commit her image to glass negative. Judging from the lady’s style of dress this looks like it was shot some time … Continue reading →

Posted in The Capewell Glass Negative Collection | Tagged 1900, 1910, analog, antique photograph, Gibson Girl, glass negative, John B Capewell, New Jersey, photography, Photoshop, The Capewell Glass Negative Collection, vintage, Westville, Willceau, yard | Leave a comment

Patterned Paper Gift Boxes

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Tina

June will be here before you know it, and I have a cluster of friends celebrating birthdays. I thought it would be fun to make some decorative boxes put their gifts in. This is a simple wood hinged box – … Continue reading →

Posted in Crafts, DIY, News | Tagged acrylic paint, gift boxes, June birthdays, Mod Podge | Leave a comment

You’re the Devil in Disguise

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Tina

This pound cake hails from Janelle McComb – a childhood friend of Elvis’, who baked two of these bad boys for the King every Christmas. The man certainly knew good pound cake when he tasted it – it’s dense, but … Continue reading →

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2013 Italian Market Festival – Day Two

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Tina

It’s the second day of the Italian Market Festival, and although it’s been raining on and off, it hasn’t dampened people’s spirits. The festivities will be going on until 5:00 today, so drop by and sample some of Isgro’s pastries!

Posted in Glorious Food, Italian Market, Philadelphia | Tagged crafts, Isgro's pasteries, Italian Market Festival, Philadelphia Italian Market Festival 2013, Procession of the Saints | Leave a comment

2013 Italian Market Festival

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Tina

Philadelphia’s Italian Market Festival is going on this weekend from 10 am to 5 pm. Great food, music, and some nice crafts for sale. A roast post sandwich at Cannuli’s is a must, then follow it up with a cupcake … Continue reading →

Posted in Glorious Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged 9th Street, Cannuli's Meats, cupcakes, Iannelli's Bakery. roast pork sandwiches, Italian Market Festival, Philadelphia Italian Market Festival 2013 | Leave a comment

Friday Five – Number Thirty Five

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Tina

Thirty-fifth in a series creating a collage using five elements.

Posted in Collage, Friday Five | Tagged Capitol Records, patterns, record players, vintage | Leave a comment

House Behind The Trees

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Joe_Williams

Here’s another photo shot by John Capewell that doesn’t give the viewer much to go on as far as place or time. My guess is that it is a house in Westville, New Jersey where Capewell and his family resided.