Pfister Faucet Review & Giveaway!

One of the benefits of moving into a newer home is that there isn't really much to do in regards any updating. Oh some paint here and there maybe and doing those little things that make it "our" home but, nothing major really needs to be done.

Of course, after we had been in our new home for a few months, there were some things that did bug us. One issue was the faucet in the kitchen. It's not that it didn't work well, it's just that is was not our style. We are simpler folk and the setup that came with the house was, in Mr. B's words, too frilly and fussy. So, when the opportunity arrived in my email box from Friends of Pfister to do a faucet review I seriously jumped at the chance!!! 

One of my requirements in a kitchen faucet is that it be a gooseneck. When it comes time for me to fill a large pot with water for canning, or when Mr. B is brewing beer, neither of us wants to fight the pot or the faucet to get it filled! I had a choice of many faucets and it was so hard to choose. Just to share a few of my faves:

To check out their selection for yourself, head on over to Pfister!

Every fixture in our house is a Tuscan Bronze so the finish wasn't hard for us to choose. After much discussion, we both agreed on this one:

The Wheaton. Nice high neck, not too ornate, simple and traditional, 

just like us!

Now, don't let this picture fool you.  Mr. B is not a plumber but, he said the installation was super easy!  The hardest part of the project was taking everything out from under the sink and removing the old faucet. 

(I was, thankfully, away visiting my grandson when he installed it!) 

The old faucet required 4 holes but, the Pfister did not.  No worries!  It came with a deckplate that covered the unneeded holes!

I am just loving how sleek and, well, pretty it looks!

I was iffy on the pull down sprayer at first but, the Wheaton features an advanced docking system - one quick snap guarantees the spray head stays securely in place after every use.SOLD!

You can check out the video to learn more on how the docking system works here.

Now for the true test!  Did it meet our requirements for easily filling large pots?

Why, yes it did!

With pah-lenty of room to spare I might add!

Need help coming up with your own design ideas? Well check out the creative tips at the Pfister Kitchen and Bath Design Blog!

Now on to the fabulous Pfister faucet giveaway! Using Rafflecopter below, you can enter to win your own Pfister faucet valued up to $300.00!!  

The Giveaway is open to those legal residents of the U.S. residing in the 48 contiguous states (excluding Rhode Island), Alaska, Hawaii, and the District of Columbia who are 18 years or older. Read the Rafflecopter Terms and Conditions for more details:

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I received a Pfister Faucet to review, but, as always, all opinions are my own.  
Please see my disclosure policy for more details. 

Christmas Table Setting

Now that we have a larger dining room and I can leave the dining table fully extended, I am always on the lookout for new tablecloths.  Recently I was at Target doing some Christmas shopping and saw this beautiful red tablecloth with embossed snowflakes in the right size and knew it would be perfect for a Christmas table setting.

In fact, you can see I loved it so much, I didn't even bother to iron it before I threw it on the table. You know me, patience is not my strong suit LOL. It was the perfect canvass for a more formal holiday tablescape.

The sparkly silver "chargers" you may remember from my New Year's Eve Table

The dinner plate is our everyday white Corelle and the square bowl was a clearance find at IKEA. I've used the napkins before and they were purchased from Boscovs online clearance section a few years ago.  The red felt snowflake napkins rings were purchased for .99 from World Market and mimic the ones in the tablecloth.

I had seen the centerpiece at Michael's and noticed it was 50% off.  I walked away but, while standing in line to pay for my other purchases, I couldn't get it out of my head and left the long line and went back and grabbed it.  I am so glad I did!

I don't think it screams Christmas, do you? Just by changing the candles, I believe I can use it all winter!

I just love the frosty branches, fruit and pinecones.

Yes, I am glad I listened to my heart and bought it!

I polished up my favorite vintage Rogers silverplate flatware.

And of course, my Godinger Shannon crystal goblets had to be used on this table.

The red, white and silver just pop and sparkle on the table.

So formal and yet, so casual too.

You can see some peeks at some of my other Christmas decor and I will be sharing it all later. I hope to see you again then!

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My Top 5 Non-Traditional Traditional Christmas Movies

Mr. B & I have a list of must watch, traditional movies during the holiday season.  I'll share with you that list later.  
Today, I want to share with you what I consider to be the top 5 non-traditional traditional Christmas movies you need to add to YOUR must watch list in the next two weeks! Movies that when you hear of them, Christmas is NOT the first thing that comes to mind. 
Take my word for it though, each is sure to put you into the holiday spirit! 

In no particular order:

The Family Man - 2000 - Starring Nicholas Cage 

Scrooged - 1988 - Starring Bill Murray

The Ref - 1994 - Starring Denis Leary 

While You Were Sleeping - 1995 - Starring Sandra Bullock

About A Boy - 2002 - Starring Hugh Grant

Agree with me?  Disagree?  
Now’s your chance to let me know in the comments, what traditional non-traditional movies do I need to add to my list?

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You're Gonna Love It Tuesday

Hello dear friends!

Here we are, just a mere two weeks away from my favorite holiday of all! 

Christmas!!
Are YOU ready?

I am not EVEN gonna bring up how cold it's been as I am certain you are all tired of it too {wink}.

I have 98% of my shopping done and just need to get to wrapping. NOT my favorite thing to do. I can't cut a straight line for the life of me and I wind up with tape stuck everywhere!  My gifts may not be pretty but, they are filled with love!

Speaking of gift wrapping, Tammy from Taylor Made Ranch had the most views from last weeks party with her post about creative gift wrap that creates less waste.

I love her use of bandanas as gift wrap!  Thanks for sharing your genius ideas with us Tammy! Be sure to grab yourself an I've Been Featured button and display it proudly!

Now, let's get to partying!

Feel free to link up anything you have created.

Recipes, decor, crafts, written or photographed.

Anything you are so proud of you just gotta share it with others.

I will reserve the option of deleting any post that I do not feel fits the

theme of my blog. And please, limit your link ups to just 2 or 3. 

I love to spotlight some of my favorites on my Facebook page and pin them to my You're Gonna Love It Tuesday board on Pinterest so,

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I ask that you please DO NOT link up giveaways, Etsy shops or anything for sale. Save those for the first Tuesday of each month when, 
Anything Goes!

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Orange & Ginger Scones: Love Bakes Good Cakes

Hi friends! I'm here to share a post with you while Kathe and her family deal with the passing of Mr. B.'s dad. My thoughts and prayers have been with the family since Thanksgiving, and I am so glad to be able to help her out - even if it's just a little bit.
These Orange & Ginger Scones are perfect if you need a quick breakfast idea .... they would even be good as an accompaniment to dinner! They have a subtle sweetness with just a touch of orange and ginger!



Orange & Ginger Scones
Printable recipe
Yield: 1 dozen

2 cups all-purpose flour
4 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. ground ginger
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. baking soda
½ cup (1 stick) cold butter
1 large egg
¾ cup sour cream
1½ tsp. grated orange peel

Preheat oven to 400°F.

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, ginger, salt and baking soda. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine the egg, sour cream and the orange peel; add to the crumb mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.

Turn onto a floured surface; knead 5 or 6 times. Divide the dough in half. Pat each portion into a 7-in. circle. Cut each circle into 6 wedges. Separate wedges and place at least 1-inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.



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You're Gonna Love It Tuesday!

Happy first week in December friends!

I am so sorry I didn't get to spotlight any posts last week or respond to your comments. It is with a very heavy heart that I let you know that Mr. B's father passed away early Thanksgiving morning.  We are thankful that he did not have to suffer long and that he is now reunited with family. We were so lucky to be able to spend quality time with him before he passed. 

On a happier note, we are now just days (hours?) away from welcoming a new grandbaby into the family.  My daughter-in-law's due date is the 6th and it appears this baby is going to make us wait until then, if not longer. Keep an eye on my Facebook page because you know once that baby gets here, their will be some shouting, whooping and hollering going on from this proud grandmom!!

Now how about a party to get December started right? 

And....since it is the first party of the month....it's ANYTHING GOES this week!

Last week's most viewed came from my buddy Tuula who blogs at 

The Thrifty Rebel

Tuula shared with us her precious vintage tart tin Christmas ornaments. 

Thank you Tuula! Be sure to grab yourself an I've Been Featured button and display it proudly!

Now on to the party!

Anything Goes this week!!

You can link up your regular posts as always 

but, this week you can also link up your giveaways, 

your Etsy shops, your Ebay stores,

your own link parties!

Anything and everything!

All I ask is that you keep it clean and

family friendly and try to limit your posts to only 5 link ups.

I reserve the option of deleting any post that I do not feel fits the

theme of my blog.

As always, you don't have to be a follower in order to link up. I want you to follow Kathe With An E because you want to. Not because it is required.

Sign up to receive my updates by email.

I would also love it if you would link back in some way so that others come and party with us. Either grab the party button or, add my blog link 

to your post or on your blog party page. But again, it's not required.  

Just remember, this is a party so, please, after you link up, mingle around and visit some of the other party guests.

*By linking up your post, you are giving Kathe With An E permission to use your pictures as a feature on this blog and other social media outlets.

Be sure to stop by and visit these other great linky parties this week!