Tuesday, November 9, 2010

BARN CHICK PARTY # 4

It's BARN CHICK PARTY #4! Time flies when you are having fun. Especially in barns like this one above. It does not hurt that this is also a local winery!

Ever so grateful that you came to the party and join in if you can. No barn pics are even necessary to link up. I mean, this post is about wine tasting, oh yeah- and barns...

Soaring original wood beams
in this excellent example of Victorian Barn Architecture
create an abundance of ambiance...

Oh thank you again Chicks for making these
parties so much fun!
There will be more parties in the Spring...

The winery provides a nice variety of lovely
wines to sample...

Krumpet and I hated to leave.
Yes. I said my dog, Krumpet.
The barn doors are always opened for guest dogs
to play with owner's pets...

If you prefer pour yourself a cup of tea

Did I hoot how thankful
I am that you Barn Chicks
be here?

Does the
BRAYTON HOMESTEAD
look like fall?

It is perfect for Thanksgiving...

When I just visiting my client on MARTHA'S VINEYARD, I picked up this magazine, "Edible Vineyard". Did you know that the island is covered in acorns? I did not. You may remember that I love acorns and etched them in the image below...

These nuts were a staple in the diet of Native Americans. The Native Americans probably taught the first Pilgrims how to first boil acorns in water. This removed the tannins, a substance that usually was unpalatable and made the acorns bitter. The acorns could then be eaten as is or they were ground up to make a flour for breads and cakes. Think I may try a bread for Thanksgiving.

Hoping you enjoyed yourself

it was wonderful to have you here!
linked to Faded Charm's charming
and
linked to Common Ground's lovely
VINTAGE INSPIRATION FRIDAY
IMAGES: Brayton Homestead Interiors 1-9 &11, Etsy 10 & 12

22 comments:

Julie Marie said...

Oooh, I had a big comment and tried to leave it, and somehow I lost it, rats! Thanks so much for all of the fun Barn Chicks parties, I have had so much fun... the barn you showed is wonderful, and I love that it is a winery too... and even more fun that little Krumpet can go and visit friends! Your acorn sketch is my favorite! I gather acorns all along our Nature walks each day, I love them as well... and yes, your homestead looks like fall and is beautiful!... love to you... xoxo Julie Marie

Itchin' Stitchin' said...

I just posted my barn chick post :) - I love Barn chick parties!!!! My mom collects acorns every time she takes a walk and that owl in your shop is so CUTE!!!

Olive said...

Wine in a barn...yum. Your acorn drawing is splendid. Thanks for hosting Karen.

Laura S Reading said...

Thanks for linking me up. My computer is not my friend this month. Still bewitched from October! We are busy repairing the barn roof.

Rebecca said...

I will be linking up early tomorrow morning-see you then!

agnesofgod said...

love your Barn Chick posts. I have enjoyed them all. I love the idea of a barn rescued and made into a winery.

Unknown said...

Gisele said,"Your yard looks like a blanket of color.

Daphne Nicole & Lynda Cade said...

Hi Karen, Love your Barn Chick post... everything is so lovely!! I'm going to join in the Barn Chick party too, I haven't had time to get a lot of pictures together but I have a few... one thing I'm also linking up to White Wednesday, so it will be picture with totally different things, hope that will be oka!!! hugs~~~ Daphne

Unknown said...

that sounds great Daphne... So glad you can join in the Barn Chick party!
thanks friend,
Karen

Susan Freeman said...

I wish that Bentley and I could join you and Krumpet for a visit to that lovely barn and raise our glasses high for a Barn Chick toast! Thanks for a fun party. Brayton Homestead looks like the perfect setting for Thanksgiving and your acorn sketch is lovely. Hugs for Krumpet.

Lots of love,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo

Daphne Nicole & Lynda Cade said...

Hey Karen, can you believe that I actually got linked up myself... YEA!!!
hugs~~~ Daphne

Unknown said...

love my Barn Chick friends! thanks so much for linking up! you make the party
love ya...

Karen

SueLovesCherries said...

Oh, I love your house! Thanks so much for hosting this party - I'll be posting mine (sometime) today!

Sherry Hicks said...

UMMMMMMMMM I had already posted today before I came across this party.......I love your blog!! come on over ya'll and take a look at my post of my Bedroom decor I posted as it is "Barn chic worthy!
Sherry

Anonymous said...

Ohh, everytime I come to your website I just sit and dream about living in your house. It truly is my "dream house" I'm sure you have done a post on your home's history before. I will have to look for one. It looks like it has many stories to tell. Sorry I missed this Barn Party! Can't wait for the next one :o)

Sue said...

It's such an adventure to find old barns and see what treasures abound in their interiors. I would definitely enjoy a wine tasting, that's for sure. Found you via a comment from a comment from one of my blog followers. Love the exterior of your home. My front yard looked like that yesterday until the blower came out! Yikes- I had one huge pile of leaves. I'll explore your blog more when I get back from my "real" job. :-)
~ Sue

Sherry Hicks said...

Thanks for stopping by my place!! I am following you! Love the Barn Chic Party!

Debra@CommonGround said...

Hi Karen, your homestead looks so lovely and homey! Fall becomes it. And the barn is incredible, and what's a barn without those little owls. Glad you and Krumpet both were able to enjoy the day!
xo,
Debra

Gail said...

I found you through Shabby Chicks. I love anything rustic and chic (not shabby), thus my hubby has dubbed my style as rustic chic. LOL. Looking forward to visiting the party and getting inspiration for Decorating My Tin Shack.
Will be following and bookmarking so I can come back often and see what your up to.
Hugs
Gail

agnesofgod said...

Your house is the perfect house for Thanksgiving. I can picture the horse and buggy coming up the drive. Beautiful Barn Chick post.

Unknown said...

I love reading your comments. Thank you so much. I loved creating the Barn Chick parties. glad you came or participated!

Karen

Jeanne said...

Someday I'll try to link up the barn chick party. Just for fun, here is one possible entry... :)

http://jeanneselep.blogspot.com/2009/11/turkey-alternative-outdoor-wednesday-no.html