Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...

My 2015 Easter picks from Williams Sonoma for crafting, decorating and of course hunting!



Peter Rabbit Easter Egg Hunt Kit
Peter Rabbit and his storybook friends are the perfect companions for a backyard Easter egg hunt, giving kids the expert guidance they need to find every egg, toy and treat. Inspired by Beatrix Potter's classic illustrations, our playful laminated signs offer helpful hints on which way to go. $19.75
Created by an award-winning paper designer.
Laminated paperboard signs are double-sided, so they can work in any direction.
Durable plastic stakes have self-adhesive tape for attaching signs.
Includes 8 reusable stakes, 9 signs and 8 arrows to mount or hang with brads or twine (included).one "spin the arrow"
hanging sign and twine for hanging.
Packaged in a presentation box that's great for gift giving.

Bunny 12 Egg Platter
The Easter Bunny is celebrating his favorite holiday by lending his likeness to our classic white ceramic platter. Count on this durable serving piece to provide the perfect presentation for deviled eggs, or use it to display decorated Easter eggs. $34.95
Made of glazed earthenware.
Holds up to a dozen eggs or deviled egg halves.
Hand-wash.










Easter Bunny And Chick Cookie Nylon Spatula
When it comes to mixing, blending, folding, scraping and spreading, this flexible spatula is an indispensable helper for cooks young and old. Our Easter bunny design makes it a charming addition to springtime pancake breakfasts and cookie-baking sessions. $12.95 each
Flexible nylon head with cutouts.
Handle is stainless steel with nylon grip.
Dishwasher safe.




Easter Sweet Basket
A tisket, a tasket, we’ve made a perfect basket with a variety of pre-selected Easter goodies. No basket is complete without a chocolate bunny, and we supplement it with a crisp sugar cookie – iced like a carrot, chocolate eggs wrapped in bright spring colors, tart fruit-flavored suckers and sour pastel gummies with a crystallized sugar coating. Our ready-made cardboard basket will ensure you've got a handle on holiday decorating and gifting. $15.99
6.65 oz.
Made in USA and Spain.


French Wire Egg Stand
Vintage French kitchen baskets inspired our decorative egg holder, handcrafted from rustic iron wire with a warm, weathered patina. Fill the 18 cups with our alabaster eggs to create a festive centerpiece in the joyous colors of spring. $49.95
Handcrafted from sturdy galvanized-iron wire.
Rustic lacquer finish is painted and weathered by hand.
For decorative use only.

Embroidered Bunny Kid Apron
Peeking from the pocket of our apron, this embroidered bunny can offer guidance on making perfect carrot cakes, roasted root vegetables and other favorite recipes. Sized just for kids and tailored from heavyweight cotton twill, the apron will provide years of use and companionship in the kitchen. $24.95
Finished with front pocket for tools.
Velcro closure.
Machine-wash.













Williams-Sonoma Marshmallow Ducks
Our charming duck-shaped marshmallows are delightful nestled in Easter baskets or served as springtime treats. Made by a European confectioner who specializes in traditional marshmallows, the fragrant, vanilla-flavored confections are wonderfully airy and sweet. $9.99
6 oz. total (approx. 34 pieces).
Made in Spain.

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