by Cindy on September 24, 2009
Do you have an old dresser, maybe even an old Victorian dresser? How about back at Grandma’s house…did you ever get to peek inside that top drawer full of little trinkets and lacy handkerchiefs? If you could see all of the bits and baubles, maybe you would find some pretty old buttons, or a mother of pearl medal featuring Mother Mary. There might be beads spilling from a broken necklace. If you put these pieces all together with some pearls and brass wire and chain, you could end up with a charming little necklace. Maybe I didn’t find all of these pieces in a dresser drawer, but I imagine they may have come from one. Preferably a carved and worn dresser with a beautiful beveled mirror on top.
I know I have not popped in as frequently as I would like lately, but I’m involved in a few projects behind the scenes. I will try to post when I can…but right now I have some pressing deadlines. I sure appreciate you stopping by though and all of your comments that just make my day!
by Cindy on September 21, 2009
Monday, Monday. How did it roll around so fast? I hope you enjoyed beautiful weather the way we did here in Virginia. With such great weather, we decided to see what we could do outdoors. After lacrosse practice, we drove to DC to stroll around the museums. This is probably my husband’s #1 suggestion to the “what should we do today?” question.
My 5 year old son has started a little arrowhead collection, so we headed to the National Museum of the American Indian. Great consideration was taken when constructing this fairly new museum. The Kasota stone building was created by Native American designers and architects, and faces the dome of the Capitol building. We viewed many examples of beads, arrow heads and peace medals. Afterward we visited the ever-popular National Air and Space Museum…a little boy’s dream destination. It’s always interesting to learn more about the Wright Brothers and their inventions.
We celebrated my Dad’s birthday this weekend too. He doesn’t like a lot of attention and a big fuss. And what do you give to someone who insists that he doesn’t need anything? Knowing how much he adores his favorite friend I made a little collage on canvas. Collage is really new to me (other than a few elementary school memories), so therefore you’ll see my newbie attempt. It was really fun though to just paint and add whatever whimsical touch that came to mind!
Have a great week-
by Cindy on September 19, 2009
Cupidon
Etsy is an even more tempting place for window shopping….Esther of Mes illusions Baroques {Lilibulle} has opened her own shop! I am so happy to share this good news…I had been hoping for some time that this talented painter, mixed media/jewelry artist, interior designer and Mom would bring her French jewelry closer to home.
cleo de merode
Stop by to find Esther’s stunning art jewelry-here-…and a mix of vintage treasures too! I have a feeling you’ll adore her jewelry just as I do!
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