bits and bobs: A random assortment of things; small remaining pieces and things
I’ve been on the hunt for just the right mirror and I think I finally found the perfect one at Home Goods yesterday {hooray!!} I also spotted this golden French bulldog statue for $399 and had a good laugh.
I’d like to meet the person who walks in and says… OH MY WORD… I need that. It’s exactly what I’ve been looking for! And goes home with it.
Spolier Alert:
I just found out Russel Stover’s pectin jelly beans are no longer being made!!! I am so bummed. I looked forward to buying these every single Easter. Lame. Did you grow up on these jelly beans?
Do you know of any other jelly bean that compares or even comes close to the magical flavor they had?
I was online drooling over my favorite mixer the other day when I noticed Williams-Sonoma is selling a pack of 24 mini ice cream cones for $89.95 + shipping and handling.
Holy cats man.. That’s a nice steak dinner for two.
Fact: You can get a box of 8 mini cones for $3.99 at Trader Joe’s. 4 boxes x $3.99 = $15.96. Crazy!!
I found the cutest little house in Port Isaac and I think it needs me. Well, it could be super cute anyway with a bit of polish. And a garden. All the kitchen needs is a new backsplash… So you know, the rest would be easy to fix.
Go take a look… The cottage is called Mor Gwyns and it has so much potential it’s nuts!
Some day people… some day it’s going to happen.
And last but not least… I just checked the weather forecast for this weekend and it looks like we have a wee bit of snow headed our way. Okay, so actually it’s more like 16-20 inches of snow. Well now, I’d say that’s something to get excited about, don’t you?
I really, REALLY hope we get that much snow!!!
That’s it. That’s all I’ve got for today.
Have a good one,
~Mavis
Nance says
Try Vermont Country Store ‘s pectin jelly beans or Jelly Belly’s jelly beans for a replacement of the Russell Stover’s jelly beans.
Mavis Butterfield says
I just looked at the ones from Vermont Country store online and I bet they are the same as the Russel Stover ones after reading the reviews. Well done Nance!!
Lindsey says
We lived in Scotland for a time. Making changes on old homes is a nightmare because have to get all sorts of permissions/permits to do almost anything.
Lynda Rees Kling says
If they are grade listed…as it should be! Otherwise buy a new house!!
Pamela Sheppard says
I would love to get that much snow. Where I live that is like a once per decade event. Last night we got about 8 inches which I’m happy about !
Lynda Rees Kling says
You can get attractive things for your home at so much better prices at the myriad of thrift and antique shops all over Maine….i don’t go into big chains any more. So much ends up in the landfills.. I just got a like new Gap pullover for 35 cents at the thrift shop….
Peg says
That little cottage is adorable! I’d have to paint the kitchen cabinets because I’m not a fan of the color. Actually I’m not a fan of painted cabinets at all, but that’s just me. I wish they would have been left natural instead.
Mavis Butterfield says
I love the mushroom knobs that always seem to be on British cabinets. They are so much fun.
Sue S. says
We love those mini cones from Trader Joe’s. Just a few bites and your sweet fix for the day is satisfied!
Mavis Butterfield says
Yes!!
Kristen says
Ooh, I’d love to know what you would replace that backsplash with? I’m currently on a quest to find the perfect backsplash for my new kitchen.
Ann says
I’m so sad about the Russell Stover Jelly beans – they are just the best! And the TJs cones are great – have you tried the new strawberry ones?
Mavis Butterfield says
No, I’ll have to look for those!! Thanks for the heads up.
Deb says
I don’t know Mavis but I find it difficult to beat Jelly Belly….and all those amazing flavors…the popcorn one is “chef’s kiss”
Karyn says
I was so upset last year trying to find RS jelly beans!! I have always gotten them for Easter as long as I remember, it’s not the same without them :((((( I will try the Vermont store ones, but I will still be upset about it. Maybe if there is large pushback they will make again…….
Christy says
Disappointed to read about the Russell Stauffer jelly beans! Ive had trouble finding them for a couple of years. They are so good. Thanks for the alternate option.