Happy Jazz Festin'

 Though Jazz Fest is not my jam (too hot/too crowded/long lines/portalets), I do like to show my support, and it gives me yet another excuse to decorate the front door.

Years ago, I had Jazz Fest artist, Nan Parati, design a Jazz Fest-inspired sign with Acorn Cottage. I have used it for years. Embellished with gingham ribbons, the sign is the perfect Jazz Fest welcome. We will certainly be festin' from our front porch!

Jazz Festin', y'all!

Jazz Festin' {@ home}

 Though I did not do Jazz Fest this weekend, I did add the saxophone doorhanger to the front door. The doorhanger was acquired years ago from Melissa Henry of Show Me the Door. I also added the custom Acorn Cottage Jazz Fest-inspired sign by Jazz Fest artist, Nan Parati. The addition of gingham ribbons gives it all a fun and festive finishing touch.

Are you locals Jazz Festin'?

Jazz Fest, y'all!

Acorn Cottage {Festing in Place}

 Last year my sign arrived after the Jazz Fest weekends, so I did not get to display it. I'm glad I located it. Jazz Fest would normally be held this weekend and next.

The sign created by Jazz Fest artist, Nan Parati, is displayed on our front fence. The addition of gingham ribbons represent the Jazz Fest-inspired flags. I am one who much rathers Jazz Fest from the comforts of my front porch. The drinks are cold, and the music on WWOZ is awesome.

I also still love my Jazz Fest-inspired door hanger by Cynthia Kolls.

Festing in Place, y'all!

Jazz Fest {Door Hanger}

It's springtime, so that means it is also festival season here in NOLA. Jazz Fest begins on Thursday, so up went my latest door hanger by New Orleans artist Cynthia Kolls.

The streetcar is such an iconic piece of New Orleans and represents those traveling to Mid-City for the festival.

Jazz Fest, y'all!

Jazz Festin'

Yesterday was a beautiful day at Jazz Fest. It was overcast, so the high temperatures were made more bearable.

Cowboy Mouth and Aerosmith are not my favorites, but it was great to catch up with friends and share a few beverages.

Jazz Festin', y'all!

Festival Fun {Door Hanger}

You are going to love these Festival-inspired door hangers by local artist Cynthia Kolls. These custom designed festival-inspired pieces look great on each door for the New Orleans festival season - French Quarter Fest, Jazz Fest, and more.

I am a sucker for detail, and Cynthia hit this one out of the park. The festival goers travel on the Canal Street red streetcar to the festival. The sides feature Jazz Fest flags, second line umbrellas, sunglasses, and even suntan oils.

You can always contact Cynthia through her etsy shop for your own custom door piece: Art by Cynthia Kolls

I cannot wait to get these on my doors later this week just in time for French Quarter Fest.

Will I see you at the Fest?

Festival season, y'all!

And All That Jazz 2017

J and I attended the annual Jazz and Heritage Festival on Saturday, and the weather was perfect.

After eating great food (crawfish bread and crawfish monica), we headed for the stands to listen to the sounds of Irma Thomas, a New Orleans legend and Stevie Wonder.

J had secured special VIP passes from a client, and let me tell you that this is the way to do Jazz Fest. The bathrooms were air-conditioned and clean --- NO port-a-potties. There were no lines for beer. And the area was covered from the sun's rays.

Irma.

Stevie.

Check.

Jazz Fest, y'all!

And All That Jazz Fest…..

Yesterday, J & I along with many friends attended New Orleans’ annual Jazz Fest.

Braving the day’s heat, we moved quickly to property set up early by BFFs Gary & Jemar. We always have a great spot near the Acura Stage where many of the day’s headliners perform. The property is close to a beer booth and the ever-needed port-a-potties.



After setting up our chairs, we quickly trekked to find the oh-so delicious crawfish bread. Score!

We then settled down for an afternoon of listening to a couple New Orleans greats and the headliner of the day, The Eagles.

Allen Toussaint


Irma Thomas



The Eagles


After the fest, we then headed to a couple after-parties. We ended at BFF Rollie’s gorgeous Bayou St. John home for crawfish and all the fixins. I especially loved the small jazz band and the installation of lighting in the oak trees. What a beautiful sight!


Another Jazz Fest down. Amen!

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All that Jazz, y’all!