8.06.2009

[Vintage Americana part II]

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My talented little sister managed to squeeze in some digital processing between morning sickness, birthdays and the usual busy mom schedule so that I could show you all the rest of these photos she took of our little family. Thanks LJ!
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***for those of you who asked-I used the Project Runway Simplicity pattern 2725 for my dress and added the ruffle myself (very easy to do btw).
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32 comments:

  1. kristina - no penny for themAugust 6, 2009 at 2:57 AM

    these are so, so sweet.

    love the vintage look, the setting, the whole atmosphere - beautiful pictures and memories to be treasured...

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  2. ErinAugust 6, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    oh merilee! those pictures are amazing!! the location, the outfits, the angles. everything is perfection in these pictures!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 6, 2009 at 12:41 PM

    Oh my goodness!!! You are the most gorgeous family and these photographs are just incredible. They will be so fun to look back on -especially for your kids!

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  4. LorajeanAugust 6, 2009 at 1:19 PM

    These were so fun to take! Thanks for begin such great models. Sorry about the delay.

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  5. DonnaAugust 6, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    So awesome! P.S. I think you need to try out for "Design Star"

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  6. Brooke ReynoldsAugust 6, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    That shot of little A upside down is the best family portrait I've seen in a while. Love it!

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  7. A Lifestyle ThingAugust 6, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    Precious! Thanks for sharing your sweet family and all your creative style!!

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  8. callyAugust 6, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    These are so great!! I love love love them.

    And I love your hair.

    And I agree with Donna.

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  9. ChristyAugust 7, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    Awesome photos. Awesome outfits. Love it all.

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  10. denise plantAugust 7, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    So perfect!

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  11. MelodyAugust 7, 2009 at 1:29 PM

    Just dreamy in every way. I'm sure they will be stunning hanging in your house! What an inspiration.

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  12. jackieAugust 7, 2009 at 5:14 PM

    a d o r a b l e. that's all i can type.

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  13. UnknownAugust 7, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    so fun!

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  14. Alissa NicolauAugust 7, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Simply Beautiful!

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  15. D-lynAugust 8, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    BEAUTIFUL
    and yes I am super jealous

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  16. glam.spoonAugust 8, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    gorgeous photos... that could be a spread in Harper's Bazaar.

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  17. UnknownAugust 8, 2009 at 11:40 PM

    Your little family is just too damn cute. Love love love this shoot!

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  18. UnknownAugust 8, 2009 at 11:41 PM

    Your little family is just too damn cute! Love love love this photo shoot!

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  19. krys kirkpatrickAugust 9, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Lovely. What a wonderful gift, these pictures, to remember a moment that is so precious. You have a beautiful family. My favorite is your son walking away from the camera and those red suspenders.

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  20. denise plantAugust 9, 2009 at 9:12 PM

    Merrilee, is there any way I can but a dress like yours. I love it so much. You never find dresses that cute that are "g-friendly".

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  21. buffetAugust 10, 2009 at 2:04 AM

    this is soooooo cute & sweet,

    awesome picture,,,beautiful :)

    actually i link your blog to mine :P love yr blog

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  22. PROVINSAugust 10, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    How sweet :-)

    Loving the red-tuches in the clothes..

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  23. merAugust 11, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    thanks Denise...the fit of the dress is a bit off (and the hem needs re-doing) but I learned a lot and I like the look. I used the Project Runway Simplicity pattern 2725 and added the ruffle myself (very easy).

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  24. Nancy MagooAugust 11, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    what a gorgeous family!

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  25. AmandaAugust 16, 2009 at 3:36 AM

    Oh, gorgeous photos.
    What a lovely shoot!

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  26. AmandaAugust 16, 2009 at 3:37 AM

    Oh, gorgeous photos.
    What a lovely shoot!

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  27. UnknownAugust 27, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    these photographers are fantastic! the one with your son upside down is my favorite.

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  28. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    so moved by the beauty of these images - enjoying your blog very much!

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  29. LeylaSeptember 3, 2009 at 11:59 PM

    Simply GORGEOUS family!! Love the photography and the vintage inspired concept... Simply divine. Great family photos to cherish for years to come =)

    http://leylasroom.com
    P.S. FYI, I can't seem to be able to add my name and URL through OpenID for some reason... just thought I'd let you know

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  30. Paige AppelSeptember 5, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    lovely photos, great blog! glad I found you.

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  31. ChelseaSeptember 7, 2009 at 4:12 AM

    Gorgeous! Fun and creative without being overdone. You are all adorable!!

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  32. whit jonesSeptember 8, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    i just stumbled upon your blog and LOVE your dress! Where did you get the pattern and fabric? Or where can I get one like it?! my email is whitjones@live.com or u0550476@utah.edu

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