Saving hundreds of dollars with thrifted home finds, an Orzo recipe, snow walk

I found myself popping into a few of my favorite stores last month and the other day, I realized that I saved hundreds of dollars on a few name brand home decor and lifestyle products and some vintage items by thrifting and going to consignment shops vs shopping full retail. This past week,
I also created an Orzo and mushroom recipe that came out so good! We're also going to be outside for awhile enjoying the beautiful snowfall and then an update on things like the paperwhites, drying artichokes, and some of the collected items I've been putting away for potpourri. ©
00:01 A snowfall at night
04:33 Introduction
05:05 Consignment, thrifted, Amazon finds
15:00 Le Creuset teapot
17:13 Paperwhites follow-up
21:16 Forsythia follow-up
21:43 Tulip petals and dried petals for potpourri
24:37 How to dry artichokes
26:31 more thrifted items bunny and ironstone
28:37 Dining room thrifted items
30:54 Decanters and glass stopper collection
33:30 sharing my grateful moment with the morning sky in New England
34:38 How to make Orzzo with mushroom recipe
House & Garden Bunny tablecloth - bit.ly/3SMA9NP
Antiques for the table book - amzn.to/491kAaH
The Art of dining a history of cooking and baking - Unable to find
Crate and Barrel Chargers -
Talbots double breasted jacket - Could not find
Le Creuset teapot flint - amzn.to/3u9pNy4
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[@maryohare4141]

A "secret" from my Irish grandma..when pouring hot liquids into a glass or china cup, put a metal teaspoon in cup first, then pour the hot tea/coffee over the spoon. The metal diffuses the heat so glass/china cup doesnt crack or shatter.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Here's hoping I remember that. I was told years before and totally forgot. ugh

[@elizabethdavis5]

My first time cooking a family meal I poured hot gravy into my new Pyrex bowl-- which promptly split in half …… now I try to put a spoon into the bottom of any bowl before pouring food inside.

[@barbkenas5663]

The snowy intro was so beautiful and Willow running through the snow with her orange jacket was the icing on the cake!

[@gail-elizabethengland7853]

Hi Linda - Here's a little tip, when my Christmas tree dries out, I take off lots of the needles and occasionally sprinkle some on the top of the woodstove. As they heat up, they scent the air beautifully. I call this "Vermont incense" (that's where I live,) but we can change that to "New England incense." Afterward I toss them in the stove and get a second blast of fragrance. Thank you for the lovely video.

[@rt3box6tx74]

Wonderful tip! Thanks! Even here in NW Texas' high desert prairie where AZ Cyprus trees thrive through the summer heat, I'm drawn to linger nearby them no matter what season, after a foggy morning or rain that seems to accelerate the pungent scent. I keep a few pruned limbs beside my firepit to add sparingly for a nice pleasant scent. I have a long limb that broke under heavy snow load recently, waiting to be processed. I love my little Stihl battery chain saw, because I can handle those little chores myself- and it's done to my specs.

[@gail-elizabethengland7853]

Hi! I can only imagine how delightful that must smell. I too bought a little battery-operated chainsaw. It has helped with dozens of chores. This winter a couple of women down the street had some small trees come down and were lost as to what to do. When I heard about it I walked over and in under an hour had all the trees and branches removed. Be well!@@rt3box6tx74

[@Cherylherb]

Linda you make my Sunday mornings. Love your thrift finds, crafts, cooking and all the wonderfulness you show.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I'm so glad! Thank you for joining me this morning!

[@lauraflores5777]

Willow running happily through the snow is my new morning mood 🤩

[@suzieflowers5696]

From one who lives in Fl and never get to see the snow , it’s beautiful and magical

[@gailcooper5646]

Linda, I look forward to the scenery that you film every Sunday. That view out of your kitchen window is positively stunning, lucky you. Just a hint: If you put a silver knife or spoon into a glass for hot tea, the silver will absorb the heat from the water thereby stopping any glass cup from cracking. It was a trick of my grandmothers'.

[@barbieusa8677]

Yes I know that also .If you put a metal spoon or a fork even it will absorb the heat and it won't crack the glass.

[@lindaboop6156]

Linda, you really do live in a winter wonderland!❤ Beautiful

[@kacee9553]

The views are magnificent. I so love your window in the kitchen and the view with the morning sky and snow was spectacular. God’s beautiful landscapes are amazing. I love all your thrift/consignment finds. The orzo looks yummy!❤

[@realitycheck723]

The view out your kitchen window in the early morning reminds me of a Christmas card. Lovely ❤

[@annanorth7997]

Oh Linda, I loved seeing your treasures. I'm in pairing down mode, so I am living vicariously through you.

[@ritastutler1470]

You popped up in my feed. Your home is absolutely gorgeous. We had snow last month and it is so pretty. I love your paper hearts . I leave up a little tree to decorate for Valentines Day. I made little cream and pink hearts from baking soda and cornstarch. I love the glasses your friends gave you. You must entertain a lot. I don’t but I love beautiful things. We have three to five estate sales every weekend and the prices are top ridiculously low. Probably ninety percent of everything we own is from estate sales. Why pay full price when you don’t have to. Hello from WV. ❤❤❤❤

[@newenglandfineliving]

Welcome and thank you for watching!

[@pistachio57]

I always chop up my Fraser Fir Christmas trees and toss the needles in my garden as a mulch. As they dry and I walk on them, they release that beautiful sweet piney scent for months. As always, I love your videos. The beautiful snow scenes are idyllic.

[@CrystalClearLife]

Everything that you have is so beautiful. It is amazing what you can findthrifting! Thank you for sharing the beautiful snow for those of us who don’t get much snow during the winter. And be careful in that glass fronted cabinet in the kitchen. You know what happens when you put two rabbits together, you may come back next week, and your cabinet may be full of rabbits😂 🐰 🐇 🐰

[@newenglandfineliving]

LOL! You just brought back a childhood memory of going on vacation, leaving our two rabbits behind, and coming home to babies! I kept asking to to on vacation so that we would get more babies.

[@carolynswitzer8282]

The quietness of a fresh snowfall is always beautiful and peaceful.

[@susanvelez6534]

I live on 121 acres in the mountains of Southern Oregon surrounded by massive size Christmas trees…… it is so beautiful we have snow too ❤

[@newenglandfineliving]

It must be beautiful! I was surprised the snow stuck on the trees for days.

[@pman2916]

Its current really hot here in Australia, so seeing your snow covered yard was a real treat😊

[@cynthiathurston7656]

Linda, your on-camera presents and voiceovers have really improved! I've always enjoyed your channel, but you seem so much more relaxed. I certainly enjoy the time I spend with you. Thank you, and keep up the wonderful work you do for your kindred spirits!😊

[@newenglandfineliving]

Oh thank you! Learning by doing!

[@lobstahchowdah8920]

We are currently in the midst of a storm that started Friday and is expected to keep going until Monday. 80-100 cm in some parts of Nova Scotia. Made a big pot of seafood chowder to help us weather the storm, which we are enjoying with some homemade bread. I have the same kettle in red. Love it, especially the way I can hear its whistle no matter where I am in the house.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Stay cozy and I love hearing you have the same teapot and love it!

[@deeshea3286]

Good morning Linda… what a great all around video to watch on a Sunday morning. You are so much fun to watch, and I always learn something new. Thank you.💝

[@newenglandfineliving]

Good morning and thank you!

[@christinecook377]

Lovely video. The snow falling and sunrise are beautiful. You are right, nothing like Mother nature painting our world. It is wonderful to rise early to enjoy what she gives us.

[@KatByteK]

Totally enjoyed watching the snow falling. Thanks for another fun video.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Glad you enjoyed it and thank you for watching!

[@rt3box6tx74]

Dearest Lady, this video was so sweet and relaxing I finally finished it on the third attempt. I kept drifting off to sleep. I too awoke extremely early, so your soft pleasant voice was a special gift of another hour of rest for me today. Thank you! ❤

[@roymavistanner8399]

Loved all the snowy scenes from your windows. Magical Mother Nature at work, however I don't want to see anymore snow in my area because I'm the one who does all the clearing and shoveling since my husband isn't well. Love the Bunny tablecloth! That will be beautiful on your big table with Easter/Spring table decor! If your Tiffany glass cup is only cracked at the top near the handle I would repurpose it for a vase (perhaps use a little clear glue on the inside just to stabilize the glass cracks first).....you wouldn't even notice the cracks when it's filled with fresh or dried arrangements.

[@lauramitchell6725]

I hate having to part with beautiful crystal wine glasses and highball glasses when they get a chip or crack. My last bathroom had a huge medicine cabinet over the sink,along with another large built in cabinet above the toilet.So I put a piece of scotch tape over the crack or chip for safety,then put all sorts of small categories in each,such as eye pencils,lipsticks,Bobby pins,tweezers,etc. Not only were they great because you could see what was inside,but it was also a fancy treat for the eye to open the door and be greeted by all of these pretty glasses. When we moved seven years ago and found that my bathroom has NO cabinet, (just an antique mirror) I put them all in my craft room to hold paint brushes,markers,etc.🙌🏻

[@In_time]

20:18 can you share the footage/clip? (Maybe at the end of another video?) How spooky!

[@queenscotia769]

Ps Love the thrift shop finds especially the book full of vivid photos .

[@karenlehn2351]

Good morning ! Oh,how I’m missing that beautiful white silence of a fresh snow fall. We are 30 miles north of Minnesota,without any snow this year, something pretty rare here. It feels like a long blah month of November. We have had a lot of upper 40’s and even 50’s.

[@barbaralevel7225]

I’m 72 and I can’t remember many years my grandparents had a large garden in the country. When we would eat a tomato from the garden my grandma would take some of the seeds and put them each separated on a white piece of cloth till they dried, write name of tomato and then tied it up and save seeds to plant the next spring. It worked. We had a beautiful garden in which no weed dare to grow 😊.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Lovely memory and idea!

[@pamcornelius9122]

I think you live in the most beautiful place on earth. ❄️ 🌷 🌞 🍂

[@newenglandfineliving]

The changing seasons are what I love about the region.

[@stefanietorma5929]

I love the music during the beginning snow backyard walk! 🎼😍

[@andym7595]

Been up since 5...stirred the fires, feed the ducks, had breakfast, but NOW its Sunday morning.

[@newenglandfineliving]

It sounds like a wonderful start to your Sunday!

[@cynthiasirois8295]

Linda....this was such a great video. I love all of your consignment finds but I especially love the bunny tablecloth and I think you got the deal of the century! I also feel that it is so important to be grateful, even for something as simple as a beautiful morning sunrise. Today I am so grateful to see the beautiful sunshine and the blue skies! Thank you again for a lovely video ....and as I'm sure you know, I love to spend a small portion of my Sunday with you and the other kindred spirits!!

[@frenchis19]

That glass that broke , could be used as a vase: I love simple glass vases : ty for video!

[@HeidisHereAndThere]

💐Happy Sunday, Miss Linda💐 Might I make a suggestion? I love the music you add to your videos. It brings them alive, and to another level! Could you, please, put the songs you use in the description box? I particularly love the one in this video, where you are outside at sunrise, and the birds are starting to come out and chirp; Timesamp 33:49 😊 Thank you, Kindred Spirit💞💐 🌲Washington State

[@joannpergakis4183]

When it snows , it is magical You have the perfect site, Willow is so sweet, smart Your finds are wonderful I love bunnies, I even have a few around my home Your bulbs are coming along beautiful Happy Sunday Yum to your cooking

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I know how you feel with the Tiffany glass...I thrifted two beautiful crystal candle holders and dropped them! They both broke. I was so mad at myself. I recently thrifted a Waterford bowl for $2.49 so I felt a little better!

[@christineevelyn660]

Hi Linda, I love Ironstone but haven’t had any luck finding any thrifting. I live in Canada. I started a milk glass collection instead and have found some great thrifted pieces. I believe the Ironstone dish you found is from the Prairie collection. Some pieces had wheat on them but yours has a closed poppy bud. It is beautiful. Great find. ❤️ 🙈 thank goodness for edit button. This kindred spirit is also dyslexic and realized how many errors I had. 😂

[@martiocallaghan1656]

Wow, magnificent view of your snowy surroundings. For those of us who live in the big city, the snow is like a picture postcard. Loved your thrift finds. You sure are able to find quality and worthwhile items. I look forward and enjoy your weekly videos. Thank you for sharing.

[@annfinke5365]

The stamp in the lid of your Limoges server says Abram French Co. Boston- from the mid to late 19th century- crockery and glassware co. Nice piece.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Yes, but I wish I could find the pattern and colors that are the same. I will some day when I'm not looking lol

[@theresanoble1695]

I love your channel, it’s always so fun sitting back with my tea on Sunday visiting with you! ❤ I love your sweater, need one! 😊 Thanks for another lovely video. Big hugs from Georgian Bay Ontario ❤

[@judyhall8269]

It’s okay to call it risotto if you’d like. Risotto is the cooking method (typically rice) whether or not you use arborio rice or orzo. Thank you for the inspiration. 😊

[@catbrumwell6437]

I’m new to this video … don’t know how I missed it but it was such a treat to watch tonight. Linda seriously how do you wake up so early!!! I’m envious because early morning is the best time of day!!!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Glad you enjoyed it! Lately I have been enjoying sleeping in a bit more too.

[@ElaineIles-ul7rh]

We haven't had snow like that since 2010 here in North England! It's so wonderful to see , thank you for sharing xx

[@newenglandfineliving]

You're welcome! At least we have not gotten the several feet of snow (yet) like we can get.

[@LadyJanuary17]

Thank you Linda for another inspiring, lovely video ✨ I absolutely loved the view from your kitchen window at the beginning of this video. Somewhat jealous that you have snow, it is dry and almost springlike here in Michigan. God Bless and have a great week!

[@newenglandfineliving]

You are so welcome!

[@munajedski]

That view was stunning! IK, I'm in Michigan and we're at like 40 degrees rn. Toasty. :)

[@giddingsrocks]

Michigan here, too. Agree

[@karenlehn2351]

I’m surprised at not seeing a Mackenzie Child / courtly check Tea Pot in your Kitchen. Love your idea of adding the branches with your paper whites. I can’t remember,what are the names of the few paper whites,that ( Don’t) stink,but,actually have a nice fragrance.Thank you once again Linda,for an informative,but,oh so relaxing video🥰

[@newenglandfineliving]

Me too! I love it in homes I've seen it in, but have yet to try it in my own home.

[@joyceschneider8377]

Morning Linda, so love "going back home to New England" through your videos. This morning was especially beautiful with the snow. Thank you. Loved all the new finds and cooking. Does the picture above the stove not get damaged with heat, splatter etc.? Can't wait to try your Orzo and look for the books. Have a wonderful peaceful day. Thank you again.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Hi Joyce, The picture does not get damaged. It's on year 5 or 6 of being behind a stove. If I were to use the back burners for anything high heat or something that might splatter, it easily comes off of a hook.

[@bernadette1510]

Linda you are so resourceful! And I am a bit envious how organized you are. Would you be kind and willing to share the locations and names of the thrift stores you visit.

[@munajedski]

I use nutritional yeast a lot bc I don't consume animal products and it does have a good amount of B12. I thought your orzo looked delicious. Linda, your videos are perfection! Your house styling is classy, warm, inviting.. your wit just makes my day. 😊🥰

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you for sharing and thank you for watching!

[@ruthannwatkins3914]

I live in southern Ontario , Canada and have to say you have way more snow than us , as I write this we have zero snow on the ground and are above zero in temperature . Love watching your video's , so thanks .

[@manita2653]

Linda, you might check about eating on copper plates. Usually they are used as under plates. Meaning you would place your selected dinner plate over the copper plate.

[@pcrice-lr2dn]

Thanks great video ,if you put a silver spoon in glass either mug or pitcher,it conducts the heat and keeps it from cracking. We all need to take more MOMENTS and be Thankful and Present. 🌿🍃

[@newenglandfineliving]

Great tip! Thank you!

[@deniseb2571]

Genealogy results will be exciting. My husband's a descendant of William Wentworth who established the settlement of Exeter NH. Stay warm ❄️

[@charislarson9980]

Love seeing the snow, we have no snow in northern Michigan. It has been in the 40s for a couple of weeks, sadly.

[@vivianhobbs4908]

You should always place a metal spoon into a glass cup when you are pouring hot water the metal spoon will absorb the heat from the hot water .

[@robertdunbar2434]

Linda, thank you for another enjoyable video. Your youtube channel is my favorite. You provide such an interesting collection of content, and your presentation appeals to all the senses. I loved the scenes outdoors in the snow. Your filming is so professional. Your music selections are engaging, and I could almost smell and taste your cooking based on the inviting way you describe the process. Looking forward to next week's video. God bless your "kindred spirit". Robert.

[@u_vw_xyz]

Such an enjoyable episode! Love too how the snow muffles noise. Thank you too for editing in directions. It is one thing to hear you say the steps yet wonderful to have the readable backup!

[@suziechampagne357]

The early morning view from your kitchen window was gorgeous. Oh and for your new teapot, the S in Le Creuset is pronounced like a Z, as if saying "Le Creuzet" 🙂

[@lindaga820]

Linda, your property is so beautiful inside and out. I sooo enjoy the gorgeous views through your windows whether it be the falling snow, the sunrise or a very colorful sunset !! Boy, I totally agree that mother nature is really amazing! I get a nice view of the sunsets and I am in awe of the beautiful colors and different shades each night !! Thank you again Linda for another heart warming video !! P.S. YOU MADE ME HUNGRY !!

[@newenglandfineliving]

You are so welcome and thank you for watching!

[@gillianashley1820]

It’s pronounced Le Crew-say, Linda. I have a casserole (broiler?) that still looks brand new at 50 years old! Greetings from 🇬🇧.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you!

[@reddog40]

Hi Linda I'm just getting here to watch this.Kinda funny how things work out i had such a busy weekend with family and as i wind down this is perfect, I just love the pink sweater you have you look beautiful in that tone pink!The snow scenery is just beautiful, the ironstone looks like a squash to me I can't say I have seen that pattern before.Im more into "primitive/colonial" and just never got the ironstone bug😂 Several of my friends are collectors I'll ask around.What a great use for the decanter i bet it looks beautiful displayed in the bath area.Love the thrift haul, and your teapot is perfect in your kitchen! Have a wonderful week and thank you for another beautiful and relaxing video.🕊️💚

[@barbarafontenot1869]

Love your videos! Your scenes of snow are so beautiful! We don't get that in south Louisiana! LOL! Good luck with the Smith search! I'm "into" genealogy and will be going to Nova Scotia in August! I DO have a line of Smith's in my family. Please let us know your findings!!!!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Enjoy your trip! If we did not already discuss this in the past, what area is your Smith line from?

[@barbarafontenot1869]

From what I have been able to research, my Smith line is from Halifax County, Virginia. @@newenglandfineliving

[@lianeabeyta4515]

Sitting here this morning with my cup of coffee in California wishing I could experience just one morning of falling snow! It looks magical.... especially that kitchen window view early on the morning! Like living in a movie. Love the idea of drying artichokes, and will give it a try. but when you were showing them I noticed that huge jar of pecans. How can you use them all before they go bad? The orzo/risotto looked delicious. Living alone I don't always take the time for recipes like this.... so boy, was I happy when grocery shopping, I found a bag of frozen green bean and mushroom risotto in the frozen food section!!! I just added a little butter, fresh parmesan... and a basil parmesan EVOO drizzle. Absolutely delicious topped with a soy glazed piece of salmon. Easy peezy!

[@WendyS1822]

Hi Linda, loved the intro and watching the snow fall!! Please do an entire video of that!! Also, to keep glass tea cups from cracking, just put a metal spoon in the cup when you pour in the hot water. Since I learned this, I’ve never had a glass cup crack. Thanks for all your videos!!!❤

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you! I hope I remember that!

[@graceschadt9319]

Thank you for the reminder. I forgot to do that and cracked one of my vintage glass mugs.

[@janewasson4845]

Hi, Linds! The snow was beautiful. I, too, turn off the lights and sometimes even open the window momentarily to hear it fall, loving the quiet. Turned on Vivaldi, and just made garlic vinegar: put several cloves in the bottom of a cobalt blue bottle, then filled it with white vinegar. Just set it out so l can remember to shake it every so often. After 3 weeks, -you'll know by the smell!- it's ready. So great for salads, pasta, and to marinate meats. Thanks for the video, and keep warm! 🔥

[@newenglandfineliving]

Sounds like a blissful moment!

[@juliannearlene7244]

There is an ancient Roman cookbook, De Re Culinaria, and Yale has Mesopotamian culinary tablets dating back to 1700 BC. I am a librarian and bibliophile.😊

[@newenglandfineliving]

Good to know!!!!!

[@debrapoe1951]

I’ve had my Caraway pans for over a year and enjoy using them…bonus they are pretty enough to leave out :) I also enjoy using my Smithey Cast Iron Skillet….I have a round roaster, which is fabulous and 12” griddle that makes the best pancakes and homemade tortillas. Your Orzo with mushrooms looks fabulous. I’ll have to try my had at it too.

[@jayneupchurch1318]

Loved this last video. Living in Alabama we will have forsythia blooming outside within a few short weeks. Btw, did I see Squirrel Nutkin guarding your bulbs? I’ve read he is quite mischievous so keep an eye on him. I look forward to your next video and as always, your kindred spirit in Alabama, Jayne.

[@debbiestott3651]

What an absolutely wonderful video. Lovednit all. Your home is beautiful. Lynda, the gas thing is a whistling kettle. X

[@phyllisgehringer5445]

I bought Antiques for the table when it was first published from a bookstore on Cape Cod. Great book~ ☺️ enjoy

[@lianelindsey1407]

Your home looks so wonderful and inviting... Thank you Linda for your videos❤️

[@cathywallace6990]

Beautiful winter season so breath taking cherish that time and hear the hush in the air .The falling snow so tranquil .Love the candle sticks on the table was hoping that was one of your finds for discussion .🤍

[@newenglandfineliving]

Those were purchased at a Christmas Tree Shop a few years back.

[@janettharpe1307]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home, the peacefulness of a snowy day, and God’s beautiful creation! Have a wonderful week!

[@Figgyplum]

I ❤️ nutritional yeast on popcorn! I love your channel and I love your videos! You are so inventive in ingenious!!

[@Figgyplum]

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[@carolwaite4343]

Good morning Linda. The snowstorm was beautiful. Love the copper chargers. What you could do with the worn area on your blazer is pin a beautiful brooch.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Great idea! If it was another area, I thought a fun patch, like a crest would work, but it's on the upper part of the sleeve.

[@carolwaite4343]

@@newenglandfineliving if you see pictures of Queen Elizabeth, she always placed her brooches higher then I usually wore one. ❤

[@lindabirkes-lance8915]

Seeing your beautiful setting made me miss my old home in eastern Nebraska. I had a beautiful backyard view of an open field leading to a tree line along a creek. When the sun set colors spilled across the snowy field it was glorious to stand and absorb into my heart. I now live in Northwest Arkansas where we had snow for a few days. However the home I now own is inside the city and my backyard view is of my 6 foot privacy fence. Thank you for sharing all of your views and your treasures.

[@rt3box6tx74]

Thank you for reminding me why I tackle a heavy load of landscaping each summer to stay on my 4 acre, country parcel with nearest neighbor a half mile away. I sometimes need to be reminded why I do all this work. The glorious view from my front porch is of a lovely prairie grass pasture that rolls away toward a draw that's dry unless we have a rare rain of more than four inches. The sunrises often draw me out to make photos and linger even on cold mornings. I can't imagine giving it up for a privacy fence.

[@carolynsimon5050]

I live in Nebraska. We've had lots of snow this year!

[@lindabirkes-lance8915]

@@carolynsimon5050 I'm from Seward where my friends have had lots of snow. Where are you?

[@carolwaite4343]

A butlers ball? Genius! I would love to live in the country or have some land. Waking up in the suburbs is not ideal. Waking up at all, priceless 😅❤

[@newenglandfineliving]

LOL. One of my grateful comments in the morning when I wake. Grateful LOL

[@donnacarman5429]

Thank you for sharing the quiet beauty of snowfall. It's one of my Winter joys. I live in middle Tennessee and we don't get snow often. Last month, however, we had seven inches of powdery snow. It was magical. I collect glass stoppers, too! Good thing because I moved in June...and still haven't found the stoppers to two crystal decanters (that had the original stoppers). I'm off to the market to buy artichokes to dry! Thank you for all that you share!! Have a wonderful week.

[@jenniferduh6842]

Absolutely Beautiful snow 😊I just love snow. GOD sure gives us beautiful sceneries to see!! GOD BLESS!! Love your videos

[@terrysmith5574]

Linda, I really enjoyed your long video and the snow coming down was awesome!!❄️. Looking forward to seeing you next time from your friend in Athens Georgia 😃

[@RamonaL909]

What a lovely video to enjoy on Sunday morning.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for visiting.

[@judychristensen5689]

12 inches of snow yesterday, here in Greenland, Colorado 😊

[@newenglandfineliving]

Whoa! Stay cozy and safe!

[@margarethess6583]

Wow! As someone who grew up in an old house, I’m intrigued as to the voice you heard. Can you tell us more? I think sage helps, but I get such a feeling of peace your house, like it’s loving all your work.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I have a video of what I think is the same voice from my other house in a video from last March. I will create one for this home too someday.

[@janbusby6562]

You e had a beautiful snowy winter up there! We need a good snowstorm in MA~ it hasn’t even felt like winter this year!❄️Love all your thrifted treasures & the orzo looked yummy but now I’m craving risotto too!😊

[@newenglandfineliving]

It's strange driving 45 minutes over the border and not see snow in MA.

[@gwenwade6059]

The copper lit up your complexion. Copper goes so well with Good Queen Bess. Lovely to use as a charger under candle hurricanes. Love the extra reflective quality.

[@newenglandfineliving]

I actually just put the whole stack under the center candle piece because I was enjoying the color here in the kitchen with good queen best. You have a great eye!

[@texmex0712]

Hi Linda, I really enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing!!!

[@jenise2503]

Interesting idea to use orzo in place of arborio rice to make risotto. I will try it!

[@Georgina-tf4cc]

Have just recently found your videos. The white ironstone lidded bowl is very pretty; don't know the E Hughes Ironstone Co, but the knob on the lid is a Passion Flower bud. Great thrift finds.

[@laurasamaniego5274]

I loved your paper hearts!

[@rjstrotz6144]

Excellent way to spend a snow day. At the beginning of the video it looked like Willow was making a walking pathway in the snow for you-- so adorable!

[@victoriaflynn6506]

Are you not afraid of destroying that beautiful painting over the stove. Love the kettle.

[@carolineesposito3586]

Love the snowy intro!

[@carolsloss8440]

Trouble sleeping also. I started taking Magnesium gummies 270mg, one at 7pm. It really helps. Love all your thrift store finds.

[@debbiepochy6751]

Linda, I am feeling a little under the weather today, your video with a cup of herbal tea was just what I needed. The view from your kitchen window was breath taking. When we added an addition to the back of our house in 1998, we added lots of windows and a French door to enjoy the view. We had 2 spotlights added to the back of the house, just to enjoy the view of falling snow at night. I love to watch it like you do. Have a great Sunday and I am looking forward to the vanilla!! 💗

[@catrice7126]

A wonderful benefit of large amounts of snow. .....It makes the mundane beautiful

[@isabellederisbourg5570]

It is amazing ! So beautiful to see the snow falling down so peaceful! Thanks so much for sharing with us! Have a nice sunday Linda❤

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thanks you for visiting!

[@KayeCarterTV]

Looking out those windows with that beautiful snow, that beautiful sky, is so very peaceful. Thank you so much for sharing with us. I love the Butler ball. My aunt had one and I’m not sure who got it in her estate. I would love to have it and put it in my formal dining room…thank you for reminding me of it…♥️🙏🏼🌹

[@lauravandien2363]

Love the paper whites in the basket with twigs-perfect woodsy combination! And the scene thru the window with the peach colored sky is beautiful. It could be made into a card.

[@terrysuemakesvideosforyou9940]

I went out to feed the animals and it was a wonderland of frost on everything here in the country! I had to come in and get my camera. I love all of your peaceful pictures of your property showing the seasons. Thank you for this nice video. It makes me feel like I have gone to see a friend and am catching up with her on what she has been doing. Have a good week!

[@susanb.1856]

More Willow please 😊. She is awesome!

[@Motherhubbard170]

ingenious tip from America Test Kitchen on cooking mushrooms, believe it or not, simmer them in a 1/4 to half cup of water with salt until the water evaporates, turn the heat up and toss in a knob of butter. This way the mushrooms retain most of their size, same with chicken pieces, its on youtube

[@newenglandfineliving]

Nice tip! Thank you