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    The Coca-Cola Collection

    by Robin Turnipseed June 27, 2025
    by Robin Turnipseed June 27, 2025

    Something about summer stirs up memories of family kitchens—the clink of dishes, the scent of something sweet in the air, the stories passed …

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    The Kitchen Table: A Place for Memories, Mourning, and Love

    by Robin Turnipseed April 16, 2025
    by Robin Turnipseed April 16, 2025

    A few years ago, we gathered to celebrate the incredible life of my husband’s uncle—a man whose kindness stretched across decades, touching more …

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    The Calendar: A Wall of Stories, the Norman Rockwell Way

    by Robin Turnipseed March 31, 2025
    by Robin Turnipseed March 31, 2025

    There’s something about a blank wall that feels unfinished, as if it’s waiting for a story to unfold. When I first set up …

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    The Watercolor

    by Robin Turnipseed February 28, 2025
    by Robin Turnipseed February 28, 2025

    “So, Mama,” my daughter asked from the pantry, her voice barely audible over the rustling of snacks, “what would you save in a …

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    Jewel’s Painting

    by Robin Turnipseed December 12, 2024
    by Robin Turnipseed December 12, 2024

    As I grow older, I am learning that life revolves around relationships. I’ve heard people come into your life for a reason, a …

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    The Journal

    by Robin Turnipseed November 12, 2024
    by Robin Turnipseed November 12, 2024

    As the holidays approach, I find myself reflecting more on my grandmother. Perhaps it’s because my Mimi, who has been an instrumental influence …

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    Experiencing Japan as a Family: A 7-Day Itinerary

    by Robin Turnipseed September 5, 2024
    by Robin Turnipseed September 5, 2024

    A week-long trip to Japan was definitely not included on my bingo card for this year. As much as we love to travel, …

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    The Mitford Teapot

    by Robin Turnipseed August 22, 2023
    by Robin Turnipseed August 22, 2023

    I love a trip. I think that has been well-documented by now. Whether local or London, my husband and I adore traveling, a …

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    The Burned Accent Table

    by Robin Turnipseed July 12, 2023
    by Robin Turnipseed July 12, 2023

    One hallmark of newlywed life is the gaining of hand-me-down furniture. Honestly, this accrument is foundational to anyone starting life independently, whether newly …

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Welcome to the World of Pretties!

Hi! I'm Robin, the storyteller sharing the histories of the items that fill our homes and our memories. I'm on a mission to help the world use our past as a reminder to stay present.

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