Thursday, February 5, 2009

" BEAUTY IS IN THE EYE OF THE BEHOLDER "

Well, I'm back!! And today I have some pretty things to look at. These are from a trip I made to one of my favorite little shops. It's called the " This and That ", cause it has alittle of this and alittle of that! Go figure? Anyway it only has a little path about 18 inches wide to walk around the shop. I love places like that, don't you? I find some of the coolest things in shops like this. And you can get great deals if you look for them. Alot of the time if you're not interested in things being perfect you can walk away with alot of treasure for a small amount of money. And this day I spent $3.25. I was one happy treasure hunter! I really liked the little yellow and red tin, ( altered art maybe? ) We'll see!!! The large spool of thread is from " Sears and Roebuck ", the scissors are old, they are stamped " R.J.ROBERTS " razor. I love the patina. I found all the sewing notions in a tub, the owner was getting ready to trash some of these goodies. Now they will become works of art or, just admired for they're simple beauty.

This was the first thing I found at the " This And That " shop!! I absolutely fell in love with it!!! It's a table easel, but it also has a hook on the back so you can hang it on the wall. LOVE IT!!!


This part of the easel was missing. But that's o.k., I'll fix it. I have plans for this beauty!!!



Don't you just love this sweet little bird? It was headed for the trash by a woman who had bought a wreath from the same shop. ( She didn't like to touch feathers! ) But ... the sweet little gentleman who owned the shop, had the good presence of mind to rescue this little gem! And now she is my PINK TREASURE!!!!!!!!




I loved this little shoe, it has been crocheted around, something they did in the late 40's and 50's, the dogwood blossom came off a vanity tray that was at the same little shop I visited that day. It was laying in the tray, didn't want the tray, just the blossom. You'll see what I do with it later! The rhinestone thing is a shoe buckle. I like bling, bling!! I know I'll find a good use for it in some art piece in the future. It's always the things people consider trash that I love!





These teaspoons are from the 50's, I think. When ever I find these type of teaspoons, I buy them, they're hard to find. And these were so pretty, I love that they are shaped like leaves! They were .25 each!!! What a deal!!! Well, it's been a long time coming, but I believe I've done it! I hope you will enjoy my modest offerings for your viewing pleasure. I love taking pictures and creating vignettes out of the beautiful things I collect. These are just the beginnings of : "MY BEAUTIFUL OBSESSION INTO THE BLOG WORLD"







Sunday, February 1, 2009

"A BEAUTIFUL NEST GIVE AWAY"

Barb from " Treasures from the Heart ", is posting her 103rd blog and is having a wonderful give away!!! She also does beautiful tutorials, so go by and check out her site, let's support this amazing woman as she celebrates her big event!!!! Maybe you'll a winner of one of her beautiful handmade bird's nest!!!! Click on her blog name and it will take you to her site. Hope you win! Blessings, Deborah

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

"" TAGGED I'M IT ""!!!!!!!

Candy at " Rock Candy " tagged me , so I'm it! Now this is how to play the game ( it helps to think of it as a game, as it is a challenge if you're a newbee, and I am! ) First here's the rules: 1.Link to the person that tagged you & post the rules on your blog 2. Share 7 random/or weird facts about yourself. 3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post & include links to their blogs. 4. Let each person know that they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog. Now Here Are 7 facts about me: 1. I love pickle & mayo sandwiches. 2. I collect miniature birdcages. 3. I flip numbers & letters when I write them. 4. I choose to believe "LOVE NEVER FAILS" 5. I love white painted furniture, my style is; french meets shabby chic meets cottage. 6. I'm a girly girl who likes to wear denim. 7. BIRDS ARE MY PASSION :::: Now I need to tag 7 people I'd like to know better. Crystal at: Just Desserts, Heather at: Pretty Petals, Barb at: Treasures from the Heart,Brandy at: Brandywine Boutique,Sita at: Silver Spoon Scraps, Analise at:" Sugar Sugar ."O.K. There is my 7. Iknow alot of people can breeze right through this, but for someone who doesn't have a clue this was work!!!! Buttttttt---It has honed my linking skills. Hummmmm- Maybe that's why we newbee's must learn to do this. But if you haven't seen some of these blogs you're in for a treat!!!!! Blessings, Deborah

Monday, January 26, 2009

" Setting Things In Order "

Well , If you have been wondering where I've been? I've been setting things in order in my studio. " NESTING "... I am very anxious to get more pictures posted. Also " Misty " (my oldest daughter, Amelia's mama ) and I went shopping for Amelia's birthday cake. The theme is cupcakes, cause she's our little cupcake! SOOOO, the hunt was on Sat., for a bakery to make a large cupcake, cake!!! Well, we found one, a place called " Gabriel's Desserts ", Johnnie Gabriel is the owner. Well, I didn't know it, but she is Paula Deen's cousin! How cool is that? Johnnie is very sweet, and a christian, (I love blessing the body of Christ.) So needless to say we now have a cake ordered! It's been a challenge to find things with cupcakes on them for the party. Misty did order the SWEETEST PARTY HAT from Sita at " Silver Spoon Scraps ". She has vintage inspired things for your home and baby, and really PRETTY custom party hats!!! The party is two weeks away and we've really been busy. I can hardly believe Amelia is going to be a year old! It seems like yesterday we were bringing her home. Where does the time go? I'll post pictures tomorrow. Just wanted to check in to let you know what I've been up to. Oh, by the way, THANK-YOU KIMISKANVAS for becoming a following friend. I tried to visit you but I couldn't because I had no blog address and your profile doesn't leave a link either. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong or not. But I wanted you to know I APPRECIATE your kindness. Blessings Always My Dear Friends, Deborah

Friday, January 23, 2009

" CAUTION BLOG UNDER CONSTRUCTION "

I'm determined to do this! My Dream Will Happen! Dawn , at " The Feathered Nest " ;;;; YES FRIENDS I DID IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK- YOU JESUS !!!!!!!!! NOTHING FEELS AS GOOD AS OVERCOMING FEAR !!!!!!! THANKS GIRLS FOR HOLDING MY HANDS AS I LEARN TO WALK !!!!!! YALL ARE THE BEST !!!!!! NOW I CAN GET DOWN TO SOME SERIOUS BUSINESS !!!!!! I'LL SEE YOU IN A BIT. BLESSINGS ON YOU ALL !!!! DEBORAH ----- WOO HOO !!!!!!!

" YOU ALL BRING ME SO MUCH JOY "

Dear Friends, I can't tell you how it warms my heart to see my followers list growing ! BoldEven without pictures. You guys are the best ! I'm having a little trouble with several things. First, I'd like a nice robin's egg blue background for my blog, Second, I'd like a nice " Banner " this is very important to me because it says who I am. And that's just the dressy part , never mind all the technical part. I've really been working hard trying to teach myself how to type and put the blog together, it's been a challenge because I'm not at all familiar with computer language. I've gotten alot of help from Dawn at " The Feathered Nest ", she's the one who really encouraged me to step out and here I am , spreading my wings!! I'm still working on the links thing. I hope I've figured it out. If not then I'll be up again tonight! I mean it , I'm not one to give up!!! Once I start something I stick with it till I master it. So here goes nothing we'll see if I've done it! Wish me the best!

Amelia's Birthday

Well Friends, I've really been busy this week, I've been preparing for my granddaughter's first birthday, it's Feb. 5th. The glitter and glue have been flying!!! I love PINK, I have two grand children, Noah, who just turned one, Jan 7th, and Amelia, who is about to turn one!! I also keep Amelia during the week while my daughter works, and watching her is my absolute pleasure. I LOVE BEING A GRANDMOTHER!!!!!!!! I'll have more pics soon and I'll be launching my etsy shop , I'll keep you posted! I've got some surprises coming!!! I am so grateful for each and every one of you. Blessings, Deborah