Yes, I know it's hot. Already. However, in case you are staying in town this weekend, I love this idea of having a picnic in your own backyard! Prop up an umbrella, have the kids help make some yummy sandwiches and whip up a batch of refreshing drinks. You might want to make a separate batch for adults only!

It has still been cool at night so you could make it an evening under the stars. My brother loves to put up a tent in the backyard and sleep outside with his kids. What a treat!

I will be heading to California tonight so I wish you all a very safe and fun Memorial Weekend!

-M.

photos from Country Living

These are a few pictures from my garden! The tomatoes we planted just 2 months ago are growing like crazy. We already have little tomatoes growing on all of the plants! I can't wait to eat them. They are one of my absolute favorite vegetables.

Bob and I have learned a lot since planting our garden. We had no idea that the zucchini plant would grow like a crazy monster. We already have several good sized zucchini and lots more just starting!

Our garden also includes green leaf lettuce, arugula, bell peppers, jalapeno, onions, and a full herb garden. We love being able to run outside and get the herbs we need while cooking.

-M.

Just a reminder that the William Arthur Wedding promotion ends May 31st. Receive 25 free invitations when you place an order of 75 or more personalized pieces of wedding stationery! I have had customers save around $100 on this special offer. There is still time to take advantage of this promotion so call and book your wedding appointment with us!

-M.

Get inspired!

I can't help but get inspired when I go to my brother David and his wife Carrie's house. Carrie is unbelievably talented where decorating is concerned. I usually take my camera because I know I will want to take pictures. People like me who do not have the natural decorating talent need ideas and inspiration! I am not kidding when I say that every time I go over there I come home and do something to my house. The last time I was over there I came home and re-did our patio!

This cozy setting is just outside their front door.

My camera couldn't capture the beautiful bench and roses opposite the chairs.

This is the entryway

Beautiful shelving in the Guest House

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
-M.

Kimberly Jarman, photographer extraordinaire came into the store and took some photos for me. How lucky am I? I have been adoring her work for years now. So even though I hate getting my picture taken I had to have some photos for the website and close ups of product. Thankfully for me, Kim was gracious enough to lug her equipment down to the store and do me the favor of a mini photo session.

Kim has a studio just down the street from M & Co. at 166 West Main Street. Her studio is directly above Domestic Bliss. She specializes in wedding photography. Incredibly talented is an understatement where Kim is concerned! Visit her website to view her amazing work.

Enjoy her pictures, and thanks again Kim, for your time and expertise!

-M.

M & Co. Papery is pleased to announce that our website is officially up and running! We still have some tweeking to do but I love the way it is turning out.

Check out our website at mcopapery.com. Someday we might make it a full retail site but, for now, I am just happy to have one up and running!

-M.

Bohemian Bliss Soiree

Kristin, the party guru, over at Domestic Bliss is having another fabulous soiree! In celebration of the completion of their 1920's Bungalow they are hosting a Vintage Artists Market and Open House. For more details click here!

Mark your calendars for the weekend of Friday the 15th and Saturday the 16th!

-M.