Lots of different things to share today.
I am so happy the sun is out.Is it out where you are at?
I hope so because I am one of those people who needs sun.
And around here in the winter we can go days or weeks with out the sun.
It can be really depressing.
Which is why I LOVE to have flowers in my home this time of the year.
These are very similar to the flowers I added to my daughters room.
A spring bouquet.
I really love the bright pop of color.
See that pair of candle sticks?
A recent find while out shopping at my favorite antique mall.
Just look at that patina!
Makes my heart sing.
Really it does!
Pretty on my mantle don’t you think?
My favorite white ironstone pitcher does not disappoint me.
Look how beautiful these spring flowers look in this pitcher.
Swoon <3
Well, when I think of romance I think of Romantic Homes magazine, don’t you?
This months issue is so beautiful, make sure you pick one up!
Last weekend I was lucky to spend time with my Girl friends at there show The crown Jewels of Art.
They are all so talented and amazing!
So thankful to be a part of it!
Here are just a few photos from the event.
Cindy of CRdesigngallery and Jeannie of Crown Jewels of Art
There were many more talented women there.
Not pictured here were:
Mimi-Toria’s,The Junque Monkey,Junqueyard Jewels,TLS designs collage art jewelry,Kathleen Woolley from pocket books and pearls.
And me I had some painted pieces and my valentine hearts.
Do you want to see what I brought home with me 🙂
I adore this heart necklace.Jeannie’s creation!
And this beautiful piece.
Cindy’s work of art!
Oh these earrings too!
Got junk?! Another Jeannie creation.
A valentine gift to myself.
I sold a few things at the show enough to pay for these pieces.
It was a nice treat for myself.
Now that the sun is out it is the perfect day to shoot some photos!
I’m always excited when I see one of my blogger friends in Romantic Homes. I have a feeling you’ll get your shot, Anne. Great piece from Jeannie. She has some great creations.
I was so excited to see this!Thank you Rosemary I hope I do.It has been a dream of mine.But it’s also exciting to see people you admire get featured!
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Anne
Beautiful post with so much eye candy! I love RH Mag and I’ve gotta get this copy! YUM!
You know I LOVE LOVE LOVE that ironstone pitcher with flowers…gorgeous!
xoRebecca
Thank you Rebecca!I can’t wait to sit down and reading this beautiful magazine!Great inspiration!
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Anne
Love all of your pretty new things. The jewelry is gorgeous. So romantic and vintage. That is my favorite kind! I just saw that magazine at the store yesterday. It is neat to see people we know featured like that, isn’t it?
Thank you Kelly! Yes it was such a fun surprise to see all of these talented women in one of my favorite magazines!
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Anne
Hi Anne! You scored a great pair of candlesticks there, and some great jewelry at that event. Sounds like fun!
And yes, I am also drooling over the latest Romantic Homes issue. I’m a long-time subscriber and this issue is quite a good one, don’t you think? I love the article by Nina Hartmann (Vintage by Nina), too, and looks like she’ll have another article next month.
I agree that we should all support each other – I’ve never seen any other bloggers putting others down, so I hope I never come across anything like that. You’ve got a positive spirit, Anne, and that’s a good thing to spread around. 🙂
Oh I have not even looked through it all yet.Nina Hartmann too! I admire her so much too! I can’t wait to sit down and read this.I just bought this magazine this morning.I have not dealt with it myself.But I have heard of other bloggers encountering this and it makes me sad.We need to support one another 🙂
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Anne
Love your bouquet! This issue is one of my all time favorites! So fun to see so many blogger buds in there, Courtney’s cover is fabulous!
Thank you so much Jacqueline! Oh I LOVE this issue! Beautiful photos and photography!
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Anne
Sunshine, check. High in the 80’s today. Love all your photographs, everything is so pretty. I really love the jewelry, the earring are just beautiful. Romantic Homes, you will be in there someday for sure!!!! I’ll have to go get that issue, looks wonderful. We miss you all.
Yeah year run it in.I know how beautiful it is where you are at LOL!Thank you I appreciate you sweet comments.We miss you all too!
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Anne
I love those candle sticks. So unique. Yes, I have that magazine and told Courtney she is on fire lately. She is in so many issues. Good to see bloggers getting recognition.
She sure is on a roll and good for her.So happy to see her do so well.She is so talented.I love everything she does!
Thank you Kim aren’t those cool candle sticks!
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Anne
Beautiful candle sticks Anne! I love Romantic Homes…I need to get my copy. Enjoy your evening, Gail
Thank you Gail!Oh you will love this issue!
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Anne
Wow, Anne…. a ton of eye candy! So I have to ask…. what is your favorite mall? And yes, I posted on facebook about that bright thing blinding me this morning. Gotta love living here, right? You are so generous to share other women’s glory and I couldn’t agree with you more. We need to give them hugs rather than trying to make them lesser than. I will have to run out and get the latest issue of Romantic Homes. Love that magazine!
I find so many things at thrift stores.But I do find things at antique stores.One of my favorites is in Ridgefield.Since you are sort of in the area you know where I am talking about.It is small white building that was a church.They have lots of great treasures there.They are not very big but I always find something there.
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Anne
Hi Anne: Beautiful jewelry. You picked a really pretty necklace. I got out my magnifying glass to try to see the date on the Romantic Homes magazine, but I couldn’t read it. I just picked up RH from the grocery store for Feb. 2013. It is not the same one that you are showing. It kinda looks like March issue to me. I bet I picked up a left over last issue on the shelf! I’ll go back and check, but I just got it so I was confused..Happy Wednesday..Judy
Oh yes it is the March issue.You must get it.Lots of beautiful photos and features!
Thank you for your sweet comments.I love my new jewelry.I don’t treat myself to jewelry very often.I will be wearing these allot!
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Anne
It’s only a matter of time before we see your pretty house on the pages of a magazine, Anne! Congrats to all the bloggers who were featured in this month’s magazine! They may have to change the name to Romantic Bloggers!
Your jewelry pieces are gorgeous. Love the earrings!
Thank you Vickie!
They all had beautiful things.I am saving my money up for another piece already LOL!
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Anne
Yes Anne I felt the same WowNess when I saw this issue of R/H on the book store stands, I so know you will be seeing yourself featured there as well, just when you least expect it they will come calling, this is exactly what happened to me when in 2010 they emailed me asking if I would like to be in there October 2010 issue, I was floored and in shock, it truly is an experience and an honor.
Your site is so beautiful and well thought out when you post.
Sending you valentine kisses and hugs your way.
Xox
Doré
Thank you so much!What a sweet comment!You made my day!
Happy Valentines day!
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Anne
Seeing the bright pop of color from your flowers makes me really hope my husband gives me some pretty flowers tomorrow! If not I’ll just have to get some for myself. 🙂 Love you spreading the love for other bloggers! You are always such a sweetie Anne!
We don’t really do much for Valentines day either.Oh yes sometimes he surprises me with flowers just because and that is the best!I would wait until after Valentines day to get any flowers.They are all so expensive this week.I bought these last week and they still look great!
As women I think we should all support each other 🙂
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Anne
Hi Anne,
I love to get fresh flowers too during these winter months. If I can’t look out to see them in the garden then I like to have them in the house. Your day is coming to have your home featured. You have a beautiful home and your home is certainly magazine worthy. My hubby brought home some flowers today a little early valentine. Love the smell of the flowers and the pretty colors. Brightened my day.
Kris
Living in the same area you know how dreary the days can be this time of the year.Just like you I am a summer girl.We are almost to spring now 🙂 .Thank you for you sweet comments that means so much to me! Have a great day!
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Anne
sweet candlesticks, anne! i love how supportive your post is:) i’m sure it won’t be long before we will be congratulating you on your mag feature:) happy vday!!
Thank you Lyn!
Happy Valentines day to you too!
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Anne
Happy Valentine’s Day. I love the white pitcher with the flowers.
I hope you had a great day.
Thank you Katie!
Happy Valentines day!
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Anne
Hi Anne,
Oh, thank you so much for the dear sweet shout out on the magazine feature. We were truly thrilled and honored!
I just know that I’ll be seeing your lovely home and gorgeous photos gracing the pages of many a magazine, soon. Why these photos of your beautiful ironstone pitcher could have been the cover!
You are always so supportive and encouraging to us all. Thank you!
LOVE the candlesticks, so unique!
Hugs and much love,
Patti
I am as happy as you are! What a thrill to see you all featured this month!Thank you for your sweet comments! Have a wonderful weekend!
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Anne
What pretty jewerly–I will have to look for that new issue of Romantic Homes! I am sure you will be in it someday soon!
Yes I love there jewelry!
This latest issue is really good.So many beautiful photos and so many blogs I follow are featured!How cool is that!
Have a great weekend!
xx
Anne
The color of those flowers are just perfect in your home!!
Oh…and I LOVE that heart necklace!
Thank you so much Sandi!
xx
Anne
Anne,
I am also one that loves to see some of my blog friends in the press…I’m always happy for them.
Blessings,
Linda
Yes I know it was very exciting!I was thrilled to see this.Have you bought your copy yet?I am drooling over all the beautiful photos!LOVE the cover photo too!
xx
Anne