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Here’s what you missed last week from my small corner of the crochet world… Before leaving on vacation I started a new Christmas doily I hope to have finished by November 1st! The Latest… Fall vacation 2019. It’s my way of journaling our travels and our first stop; Morro Bay with side trips to Solvang, Cambria, and Harmony… [Read More…]. We’re about to embark on a 4-week trip where we visit Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon and Camp Verde. A trip six months into the making to be entirely cancelled just after the first 3 days. Past Free Pattern! What...

The colors of this season are… the ones that you choose for yourself! Learn how to invest in your favorite colors with the help of style blogger Susan Good. Enjoy the show! Margaret Manning: My guest today is Susan “Honey” Good. Susan is a mother, a wife and a grandmother to 25. She is also an author and has a fabulous website called HoneyGood.com. I’m truly happy to have her on the show because Susan has dedicated her life to helping women over 50 find style and substance in their lives. I’m really happy to hear her expertise. Welcome, Susan....

Once upon a time, I was a married lady with a very cute husband and a mother-in-law who just, well, really didn't like me. Every holiday, birthday, or family event, I would be filled with dread, worry, and fear over what might happen. Would there be a fight, a cruel word, or perhaps everything would go great? My anxiety drove me nuts, and probably my ex, too. Now that I'm divorced, my ex-mother-in-law and I have come to a mutual unspoken peace, and we get along. She is a fabulous grandmother and is extremely helpful to my ex and me...

From luxe fabrics to jewel-encrusted accents, add an extra touch of glamour to your Fall wardrobe with decadent statement pieces. In the latest edition of Shop The Closet, ESSENCE Fashion Director Marielle Bobo encourages you to embrace the luxe life with her favorite regal-inspired finds. Take a look at the fashion goodness we scored this month, including the vintage fox fur stole from Marielle’s grandmother (tip: visit your nearest thrift store for similar buys). Check out the video below, where she dishes on her essentials and let us know which items you plan on snagging. Happy shopping! Photography by Daniel...

I was able to find multiple items perfect for the fall, and many of my finds were 70% off! First, I saw this floral two-piece set with a shirt and skirt. I love florals, but many of them seem more appropriate for spring and summer. This one was an exception with the perfect fall color palette. Next, I found this beautiful 100% silk shirt great for layering under sweaters. I think the light green, almost pistachio color is so unique. Plus, it’s one of the softest shirts I’ve ever felt. Marked $4.99 with 70% off, I only paid $1.50 –...