Category Archives: Inspiration

Get In with the In Crowd

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! You know, it’s been so much fun getting to know so many new friends and readers. All this mixing and mingling with my long time chums is such a blast. Carrying on this week, I’m … Continue reading →

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Sew New, Sew You

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Ever yearn for the good old days? To slip back in time, to an earlier era that calls to you. Now you know you are always welcome in mine by just popping open a Poppy … Continue reading →

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How A-muse-ing!

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! And another weekend zip, bang gone! How does that happen? Well, quickly and even faster when you spend time in the company of a great artiste. Let me tell you all about it. See, I’ve … Continue reading →

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Shocking Suburbia!

Posted on October 29, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! You know, modern technology is certainly spiffy, but you can’t beat the old fashioned tried and true ways to get the best news, real or fake. Take last night for an example. See, I am … Continue reading →

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Don’t We All Need a Little Living in Fifties Fashion?

Posted on October 24, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Have I got a great Raves n Faves for you this week. It’s one of my favorite sites to visit. Well, in fact, settle in and stay for hours on end. Trust me, it’ll take … Continue reading →

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Is it Happy Hour Yet?

Posted on October 17, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Weekend’s right around the corner, so let’s get the happy hours started. This week’s Raves n’ Faves are some of my favorite drinks. Remember, pace yourself. We want to recall all the fun we had … Continue reading →

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New Season, New Changes

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Yes, it has been a while, hasn’t it? Lordy, I’ve missed being out and about in the social swirl. My girls have been so busy, but not forgetting me. Yes, they are at work on … Continue reading →

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The Girl Means the World to Us…

Posted on February 19, 2017 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there guys and dolls, Andrea and Heather here. Slowly but surely we’ve been getting back to Barbara Jean’s Poppy Cove Mysteries set in her beloved Santa Lucia. From what we’ve seen in recent news, its alternative reality of Santa … Continue reading →

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Don’t Just Accessorize, Glamourize!

Posted on November 6, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Every now and then, it’s a good idea for a gal to discover some new little tricks and tips to keep the glamour game going. This week, yours truly is sharing some gems of my … Continue reading →

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Susan Takes 5 with Barbara Jean

Posted on October 30, 2016 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls! Well, look at that. Another month is passing before our very eyes. Being that it’s almost Halloween, I think we’re all due for a treat rather than a trick, don’t you? For yours truly, that … Continue reading →

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