Bug on the Green

The couch I could not turn from

2012-01-08T20:29:00.004-05:00

ran into Goodwill today and saw this tapestry couch which drew me in. I found it to be in pristine condition made in 1973 " Key City" couch since 1927. You have heard it said the pictures dont do it justice and they would be right. I had one of my daughters hold is hostage while I mulled the whole idea in my head. I simply could not make a decision. It is 89 dollars but in oh such good shape......On hold with the store right now to see if it is still there...............part 2 tomorrow.

Regaline made in USA plastic lidded container

2012-01-03T13:06:00.001-05:00

Regaline made in USA plastic lidded container
Originally uploaded by stephy4030.

One of my recent finds. I love the color even tho I am in a turquoise kick lately. I guess I could fill this with cotton balls? I searched on eBay for Regaline made in the USA and found some neat pieces.

Vintage Christmas Love

2011-12-28T11:57:00.004-05:00

All good things must come to and end ! Really? I am starting to put Christmas decor up..........Good Bye 2011!

instagram love

2011-12-13T11:12:00.004-05:00

I took pictures of some of my favorite Christmas decoration. We got a white tree this year too. I love instagram for the iphone I highly recommend it....find it here http://instagr.am/

Avocado glass extravaganza

2011-11-17T06:46:00.002-05:00

Avocado green glass extravaganza. Each piece is different and I think every piece is Anchor Hocking. My most favorite color is a bluish turquoise called Laser Blue. I have really slowed down thrifting.I'm trying to be more selective.

Fruit bowl

2011-11-16T10:45:00.002-05:00

Thought this was cool. I found it recently. It's a keeper:)

Tumbler love

2011-10-15T09:04:00.001-04:00

I just love old retro glasses. These are some of my favorite EVER!!!

Gold Vintage Serving Tray

2011-10-05T10:34:00.002-04:00

I love this metal tray I found yesterday. I picked some flowers from the backyard this morning and found this cute little pitcher vase. I love them both. I don't decorate for Halloween, I go straight to fall. I definitely took a u turn with these colors. I am trying to hang on to spring!!!!

So Sorry

2011-08-18T16:16:00.003-04:00

I simply got out of the groove of blogging. I hope to post pictures of my recent thrifting finds soon.

Happy Fourth!

2011-07-03T10:03:00.003-04:00

Ben Seibel for Jenfredware Brass Bookends USA, 1955

2011-04-15T09:22:00.004-04:00

I absolutely love design by Ben Seibel.
I did not know they were designed by him. I thought "Wow those are retro !" They are superb to say the least. It's a mod, mod world......

Bunny in the shadow

2011-04-11T09:03:00.003-04:00

I only have one really old bunny. I found it at Salvation Army a few years ago. It is musical and was filled with yucky foam. I emptied it washed it and then refilled it. Now it is fresh as a daisy. I found the little wicker basket and added pink velvet on the handle and wooden eggs and bunnies.

Big Bunny, Printed Bunny, Little Bunny!

2011-03-31T18:55:00.004-04:00

I am avoiding doing the laundry by having fun with my Easter goodies. I found the awesome gold frame at Goodwill yesterday and have had the other bunnies for awhile.
I printed the rabbit graphic onto a page from a book published in 1887, yep you read that right. I was given an issue of "The Century Magazine" it is falling apart but full of neat illustrations.

The Brave Little Tailor

2011-03-23T16:54:00.002-04:00

Such cool illustrations by E. Probst. 1965 The Brave Little Tailor Adapted by Audrey Claus
from the Grimm's Fairy Tales.....

Ben Franklin and Gurley Candles

2011-03-11T14:06:00.003-05:00

I bought a rather big book on Ben Franklin by Walter Isaacson. On the next aisle at Good Will I happend on two Gurley candles. I have never seen any in person only on blogs. I got them both for 1.91.

I also found these three green planters. I decided to put a single flower bud in each one. I am bringing Spring indoors with these.

2011-02-18T12:06:00.001-05:00

That is what I am looking forward to Lots and Lots of beautiful hydrangeas in my house and yard~~~~

Bobbie Had a Nickel

2011-01-30T16:24:00.002-05:00

Cute little book I got for 10 cents. I have never seen or heard of these books. It is so cute. I searched Etsy and found quite a few. I love the pictures.

Memory Card Matching Game Milton Bradley 1966

2011-01-24T07:00:00.001-05:00

memory game Milton Bradley 1966
Originally uploaded by stephy4030.

I just happened on this Milton Bradley Memory game from 1966. I go to Salvation Army twice a week .
I look for books, dishes, vintage lingerie and fabric. We are on a first name basis. I paid a wooping 99 cents and I was so excited because the illustrations are for the most part awesome. Alice and Martin Provensen are one of the illustrators.
I'm either going to frame them or glue tiny clothes pins on the back and display them on wire.

Valentine Conversation Heart Topiary

2011-01-22T12:50:00.003-05:00

I love a good Topiary every once in a while. I made this with 3 inch foam ball painted pink, wooden dowel rod, deer moss, and Valentine candy.... Lots of hot glue and luckily no burns. I bought the cute planter for 4 dollars at the Antique and Merchandise Market here in Valdosta. If your local it is 407 N St Augustine Road in the old Valdosta Flea Market Building. I have a booth there stop by sometime.

Be Mine Cutie Pie

2011-01-19T08:57:00.002-05:00

Getting ready for Valentine's Day...... I love the "subway art" that people are doing. I think it looks neat in the vintage frame I found.

Happy New Year!

2011-01-04T07:19:00.002-05:00

Sadly Very Vintage in Quitman Georgia closed Saturday. I have been busy packing and moving my things to Valdosta. I will post pictures of my new booth in Valdosta.

A gaggle of Santas?????

2010-12-07T08:51:00.001-05:00

Santa Baby

2010-12-02T09:31:00.001-05:00

These are images I scanned from some thrifted "made in Italy" frames. Thought they were cute.

Just tip me over and pour me out

2010-11-07T08:48:00.002-05:00

Found this Santa Pitcher recently. My family has not warmed up to him at all. Our two dogs are not big fans either. I guess he will make a short trip to Very Vintage Antiques Mall and Gifts In Quitman Georgia. I know someone will want to take him home!!!!

White Gloves and Party Manners

2010-10-26T10:02:00.002-04:00

TITLE: White Gloves and Party Manners

AUTHOR: Marjabelle Young and Ann Buchwald, Illustrated by Christiane

PUBLISHER: Robert B. Luce, 1965

Treasure I found yesterday. I am trying to slow down on thrifting. My husband is relentless with his "hoarding" comments!!!! Of course we all know we are collecting and not hoarding.......:)!

You Counted Right "17"

2010-10-13T07:23:00.002-04:00

I found these last week. They are in great shape. I actually had "Penny Candy" growing up. The original price sticker on it was 20 cents.

I watched H.R. PUFNSTUF, in retrospect I am not sure why. I wonder where Witchiepoo is????
Have a great day!

A Few of My Favorite Things

2010-10-02T08:12:00.002-04:00

Thrifting has been rather strange these past few weeks. It is either feast or famine.

Something I have never done is buy an old year book. I got one for 75 cents because the pages were so beautiful they can be framed. The "Virginian" an all girls school for teachers had this first beautiful page.

I happened on these neat juice glasses at the same place but weeks apart.......

Then we travel to Denmark for this cream and sugar combo.... Lundtofte Stainless/Rosewood Sugar Creamer Set!! So easy on the eyes.

Who can resist and Irish Setter PINK apron??????? Not me I'll tell you!!! Not me!

Awesome bookends "Created by Earl Bernard Made in Japan."

Something I really struggle with is being all across the board with my likes!!!! Oh to be just a lover of,,,,, Let's say "Shabby Chic" or ultra modern, or simply Kitsch!!!!!! Guess it is just not gonna happen.

XO

Basket O Berries

2010-09-10T15:36:00.004-04:00

Love these Strawberries!

Your such a Dreamy Dish!

2010-08-25T21:07:00.003-04:00

I found these two dish patterns that I have seen on blogs, but never have had the opportunity to buy . The modern one is Syracuse Carefree China Jackstraws, and the pine cone design Stetson (1946-1966). This pattern is called “Blue Pine Cone”, but the color is more the very retro color turquoise. If you click on the close up picture you can see all the colors in the pine cone. So well done!

Better Homes Book "How to sew for Children"

2010-08-16T11:19:00.005-04:00

Found this cute book. I scanned, and then used photo shop on a few of the illustrations. Fun, fun!

Fenton Satin Pink Custard I love you !

2010-07-28T15:18:00.003-04:00

Yes I paid 1.41 for this and I am pretty sure it is Fenton Glass but which pattern? Any ideas?

tall sculpted porcelain art Asian Man

2010-07-08T09:11:00.001-04:00

tall sculpted porcelain art Asian Man
Originally uploaded by stephy4030.

I found just one of these. I would have loved to have found both. The set is on Ebay in a green color. I think this is so dreamy!! The hydrangea in the background don't hurt his allure either!!!

Lady Liberty

2010-07-04T16:30:00.001-04:00

Getting Back in the Swing of Things

2010-06-12T18:44:00.006-04:00

My Grandpa "Pawpaw" passed away on June 1st. He was 89 years young. I say young because he had worked in his garden, cut his yard, worked on his rental property and no telling what else the days right before he passed away. His heart just stopped beating. He leaves my "Mawmaw" they would have been married 69 years in December.

He and I talked often on Instant Message and I called them when I would find neat things while thrifting. I also sent them pictures of some of the cool stuff I found. I will have lonely rides in the car now, as I usually called them while I was in my car on thrifting adventures.

I was blessed to have him in my life so long. My "Mawmaw" is moving here to Georgia to live with my Mom and Dad. I will so enjoy having her right here instead of 10 hours away.

Here is my favorite part from his obituary, "Dr. Chet was a kind, compassionate and loving husband, father and friend. His family and friends will long remember him for his keen intellect, strong work ethic, dry wit, and generosity."
Dr. Chestin "Chet" Joseph Boudreaux
(March 28, 1921 - June 1, 2010)

We will have none of that here!!!!

2010-06-01T16:55:00.002-04:00

Hubby and I are going on Atkins so none of that around here!!!!

Honor the Brave

2010-05-31T09:05:00.000-04:00

Bmf bierseidel beer stein and other Random treasures

2010-05-10T19:20:00.002-04:00

I am pretty sure the picture is a Ernest Walbourn Victorian lithograph.

The two dolls are from different makers. The faces are different. The clothes and details are super!

Found a cute big eyed "Eden" print and spaghetti string glasses.

The glass is concave, Love it!

Bmf bierseidel beer stein, is headed to Quitman Georgia to go in my booth at Very Vintage. It is heavy and the illustrations are detailed!!

I have discovered lots of goodies lately. I am guessing people are cleaning and organizing. I am glad they are!!!!

The shorebird by Clay Sketches Pasadena California

2010-04-27T16:56:00.002-04:00

Clay Sketches was started by Cy and Edna Peterson in 1943.

This bird is so wonderful. I swooped him or her right up as it was put out!!!!

Ric Rac Cuteness

2010-04-21T11:14:00.001-04:00

Ric Rac Cuteness
Originally uploaded by stephy4030.

This is so cute. I bet when it was first done it was awesome. Age has taken a toll but I still love it!!!

Pine Cone Design by Tiara Crystal and Glassware Galore

2010-04-19T16:33:00.004-04:00

Glassware was in abundance last week. The pine cone mug is heavy duty by Tiara,the orange and brown is Erin Stone. The brown lidded pot is Noritake desert flowers. They all cleaned up and look great!

Homer Laughlin Mystery of 1970

2010-04-17T08:06:00.003-04:00

What is my name? I have been packed away since 1970 and I can not remember my name, nor can it be found.......HELP!

Neat Botanical Print

2010-04-15T18:18:00.002-04:00

Crafty sisters cool project, http://craftysisters-nc.blogspot.com/2010/04/botanical-prints.html. Go check out all the botanical prints from My Sweet Savannah

Good as Gold...Temporama by Canonsburg dish

2010-04-14T10:26:00.004-04:00

What do we have here? GEORGE BRIARD FIRE KING GLASS CASSEROLE dish, a Mid-Century Modern, Temporama by Canonsburg dish and a cute turq bowl ...... All for less than 7 dollars....

Sunset at Panama City Beach

2010-04-09T11:58:00.002-04:00

Have been here several days with my daughter and her friend on Spring break.
Very beautiful sunsets!

For the book lover in YOU!

2010-04-02T17:37:00.000-04:00

A Parliament of over 25 birds!!!! "who-o-o, who-o-o"

2010-03-31T09:47:00.006-04:00

I hit a parliament yesterday at a Thrift shop. I honestly don't think I will ever see this variate of owls ever, ever again. I bought 30 of them and brought them home to the amazement of my family, WHO, don't know what to think!!!!!!

New Art Wares Victorian Couple

2010-03-24T11:59:00.003-04:00

Oh what fun it is to find cool stuff whilst digging in junk!!!!

The perfect couple,even tho they don't look to thrilled!
They both have tiny little hearts for lips.
Made of chalk ware and were originally 3.95 for the pair.

Easter Faves !

2010-03-23T07:38:00.004-04:00

Vintage Chalkware Girl and Boy with Goose

2010-03-20T14:35:00.004-04:00

They make a cute couple. I think I will use them as bookends for my growing collection of Golden Books.

Pastel Overdose

2010-03-15T09:08:00.002-04:00

Glitter eggs compliments of Hobby Lobby where Easter goodies are 40 percent off. I bought some Easter stickers and glued them on the eggs. My faux lollipops compliments of Cassandra's Pretty Spring Things class.

Jelly Bean Topiary

2010-03-11T17:15:00.002-05:00

I had lots of fun making this........Crafty Sisters blog is full of neat Easter ideas.

Jelly Bean Ball soon to be Topiary

2010-03-04T17:37:00.004-05:00

Yes, your eyes are seeing right, that is jelly beans glued on a Styrofoam ball awaiting it's finishing touches and becoming a topiary. I was inspired by Crafty Sisters check out their blog.

I love the plate it is resting on. It is Vintage Mikasa Duplex by Ben Seibel. I was thrilled to find 5 plates to add to my coffee cups.

The Rooster Crows A Book of American Rhymes and Jingles

2010-03-01T19:48:00.002-05:00

This book by Maud and Miska Petersham is a wonder for the eyes. I bought the Thirteenth Printing 1966 , The Macmillan Company Publisher. Every other illustration is drawn in these muted colors. I Googleg this fine husband and wife team and found several other books by them. The book was a diamond in the rough, because it was scuffed up and dirty on the outside. I am glad I opened the cover!

Ode to Picnik

2010-02-19T06:47:00.006-05:00

This program is to me the best keep secret.......It is really easy to work with the results are so rewarding and can be done in a million combinations,,,,

Valentine Lovelies

2010-02-13T11:07:00.003-05:00

Blue By Me....

2010-02-11T14:04:00.002-05:00

Blue goodies.
I finished my project from Sugar and Spice ezine. I made conversation heart candy look a likes with Grafix ink jet shrink flim. I used the oven at 325 and it only took around 3 minutes for them to shrink to perfection. I added them to a necklace I already had.

I attempted another faux cupcake and the more I did the better I got at it. I have never used an icing bag or anything by Wilton and poof I iced a cupcake.....

My Last blue idea was this thrifty frame with K and Company Serendipity Grand Adhesions, butterfly, and Together warm floral, chatter box paper.

It is unusually cold here in South Georgia, as it is around most of the country. We have not seen snow since the early 1980's, and I doubt we see any this go around. I have been in the house more and have been thankful I had some fun projects to work on.
xo
Steph

Faux Sho

2010-02-06T12:49:00.002-05:00

We have some sad faces around this house.....Because......This is not edible!!!

That's right it is made of secret ingredients and will last a gazillion years, similar to a twinkie.....

Thanks to Sugar and Spice Ezine I am a faux baker!

Ben and Tasha

2010-02-04T10:46:00.003-05:00

I am in a book mode right now. I am spending more time perusing the books. I love to look up the illustrator and find out more. I love old history books, and old school books. The picture with the stork was of course a Baby Book.

I am going to join this Ezine should be fun check it out at

Lois Long linen towel and the rest of my collection

2010-01-27T11:03:00.005-05:00

I have several linen towels which I love and probably cannot part with.
I found the Lois Long owl most recently. The Christmas blue and Green is so fun. Irish Linen is the best! I washed one I found, and was surprised to see how bad it looked after. I should have used trusty Google to get advice on the "How to wash linen?"I don't recommend washing them if you want to admire them......

Black and Gold Dancing Couple

2010-01-25T09:57:00.004-05:00

This will be on it's way to Very Vintage Antique Mall asap. It has a sticker on the back which reads B.S. Creations New York, N.Y. I found some similar on Ebay but not in black and gold. I was thrilled to find it.
Have a great day......

Philippe Deshoulieres Canape Plates "Oh My"..

2010-01-13T14:51:00.005-05:00

I found these at a "dive" I go to. I wonder how they got there? I knew they were expensive (60.00 on ebay right now) and not vintage. Had to have them and the price was right......

Also found these "Stetson" dishes. I am now on the look out for more. I really like these and will keep them.

Happy Hunting!

Holly Hobbie

2010-01-12T11:24:00.006-05:00

I found two really small scraps yesterday. One is Holly Hobbie and one is a Holly Hobbie want to be.......I found this cool site To read later.....

Avocado Plate

2010-01-11T11:52:00.002-05:00

I need help identifying this...........Any ideas?

Feast your eyes on this MOD Fabric

2010-01-07T15:44:00.002-05:00

Cool?......I bought this today.........There is no identification on the fabric.....

"V" is for Valentine

2010-01-06T13:29:00.003-05:00

I found these thrifting a couple of days ago.
They are so cute!

Whoo but you for a Valentine?

New Year's Calls

2010-01-02T10:01:00.003-05:00

Neat graphic from greenpaper.typepad.com she has a cool website.

New Year's Calls...............Me to organize, organize and organize some more....I am pretty sure part of that will be throwing away and bringing goodies to Salvation Army. I like to bring my things there. I find that it goes right to the people that need it. I think the vouchers they use are perfect for meeting the need.
One time I went in and a very destitute family was there picking out things. Salvation Army was very low on kitchen items and it made me stop and think about not(hoarding)keeping unused things.
Speaking of hoarding, that seems to be what Robert calls my Thrifting. For the record they are two entirely different things. Can I get a witness???????????????

Not for the Faint of Heart aka Happy New Year

2009-12-30T12:27:00.003-05:00

Happy New Year!

One thing I am going to do is organize this front room. I took all the boxes out that were empty, step one. Step two get help from my "Sleeping Beauty" daughters to carry them out. Step three work my fingers to the bones. It is a do or die situation ! LOL ........ not really, but I have to think of it that way.

Thank you for reading my blog,
xo
Stephanie

Santa Doll 1963

2009-12-19T09:44:00.002-05:00

All I want for Christmas is a Santa Doll!!!!!
I wish I still had him..........LOL

xo
Stephanie

Booth Extravaganza

2009-12-18T09:42:00.004-05:00

The very first picture is as you walk in, the bottom two are my booth.
The whole building is 8000 sq. feet. The upstairs is neat too.

Very Vintage Antiques Mall
213 East Screven Street, Quitman, GA

“Y'all Come See us , Ya Hear?”

xo
Stephanie

Everything AND the kitchen sink

2009-12-10T11:29:00.002-05:00

Well, I am finally tackling a wreath with vintage pastel goodies. I snapped a shot of the collection that is growing. I realized the kitchen sink is in the background. That is sort of how it works for me. The counter is a good height for my short squatty body....and the lighting is good. The main obstacle is I have to put everything away before the house fills up with the fam.......I must have..... I need..... I want.... MORE pastel goodies so I am headed out the door.
xo
Stephanie

Angels and Spongebob

2009-12-05T12:04:00.003-05:00

I am all over the place this morning. I am making ornaments for my nieces and nephews....Never can go wrong with Spongebob. I added the precious angel in the middle of an old ornament....and lastly(thrift) bells......

Decorating for Christmas is Fun

2009-12-01T18:21:00.001-05:00

Just a few pictures so far. The big tree is up but I forgot to take a picture.
More to Come.......

Lovely Crewel on Linen from the 70's?

2009-11-22T16:01:00.003-05:00

Or Could it Be 60's???? I found this beauty and it was sort of dusty so I read all about cleaning these type needlework pieces and I opted to vacuum it and it worked great. I used the attachment meant for furniture. I could tell a big difference. I am learning as I go and that is what makes thrifting so fun!!

Aprons Abound

2009-11-20T08:58:00.004-05:00

Wish I knew the creative soul who made these. They were in a box which had all belonged to a South Georgia Women. I think 15 in all. More to follow.
Steph

My Vintage Booth in Quitman Georgia

2009-11-14T12:39:00.002-05:00

My Mom and I tweaked the very vintage booth ! Then went accross the street and had good 'ole Mexican food!

Adios,
Steph

Very Vintage Antiques Mall & Gifts

2009-11-13T07:34:00.003-05:00

Well, I don't know if anyone can relate but moving "stuff".....vintage treasures to me..... Is hard work. I am setting up my booth in Quitman Georgia and I am spinning around. Taking hundreds of treasure and making it all fit together is hard. I have a passion for Pink, but can go right to retro psychedelic in a second. I am trying to tell a story in my booth and I am officially having writers block!!!!!

Now onto a positive note I am bringing reinforcement today, my Mom....wish me well!!!!
xo
Steph

Vintage Japan Pinecone Elf Ornaments

2009-11-07T07:51:00.003-05:00

These little guys are so ugly they are cute! My girl's were pretty much speechless when I proudly showed my "loot" to them. I am sure you know it was speechless in a bad way. We would like to "Not comment at this time" oh well I will keep looking till I hear "Oh, Mom I love that!"

xo
Steph

A Vintage "Christmas Elf" and all his friends

2009-11-05T10:36:00.002-05:00

Well....I spotted these all taped up in half of a box.....Packing tape was crisscrossed on top.....I was sooooooooooooooooooooo excited! Love at first sight!!!!

Coolest Illustration of the Week

2009-10-30T20:28:00.003-04:00

I thrifted some books lately....well I do that almost every other day.....This book called "Decorating with Color" by Carleton Varney has these hand drawn pictures with cool color combinations, it was printed in 1972. The above was one of my faves because of the pastel feel.

I worked on my booth in Quitman Georgia "Very Vintage Antiques" Carolyn Taylor is the owner and is doing a fantastic job getting the former furniture store ready to open.

More and more people are bargain hunting and it is a great time to start if you haven't. My husband calls it a down turn economy. I like that phrase, anyway now is a great time to thrift, even fashion is driven by the "Vintage Look". My teenage daughters wear a T-Shirt from Goodwill at least 3 times a week. I have gotten the hunt down to a fine art. I can pick them out, wash them and they wear them the next day.
Take Care,
xo
Steph

Christmas Card Fun and Frivolity

2009-10-23T13:38:00.003-04:00

I love old timey Christmas Card graphics. Old-Timey
adj. Having aesthetic or intrinsic characteristics that bring to mind things that are generally old-fashioned.

I found some today for just 75 cents and had fun looking at them. I decided to scan them.

Catching up is Hard to Do!

2009-10-22T09:40:00.003-04:00

You have heard the song "Breaking up is Hard to do" Here goes tons of pictures of recent goodies.

All Things Fish

2009-10-21T11:13:00.003-04:00

We went to the Atlanta Aquarium last weekend. It was spectacular. We bought tickets online and parked at the CNN Center and walked over through Centennial Park. It was a breezy sunny weekend. No thrifting was done so I will have to do some catching up.
xo
Steph

Thrift Finds

2009-10-11T20:10:00.003-04:00

I have been finding some really fun things lately. I just love treasure hunts. I am going to have a both in Quitman Georgia soon. It will be a vintage/antique mall type set up. I am looking forward to it.

xo
Steph

Fall has started, REALLY?

2009-09-27T08:07:00.004-04:00

I wish I were a better blogger, I just got caught up with life. Lots of little things and a couple of big things.

I decorate my house every season except Halloween,instead of scary witches etc I put up Fall colors in plates,vases, art the girls did when they were little, memory type things. I do have this one graphic that is just a hoot and I thought I would share it.

Long Time

2009-08-28T18:04:00.005-04:00

Wow Summer was a whirl wind and now school is in and things just seem to fly by!
I scanned the above picture today. As a result of getting Facebook and getting back in touch with college friends. I dug out a wedding picture that had two of my husband's fraternity brothers in it. I will get back to picture taking and blog hopping soon.

Trying to live in the moment!

2009-07-20T09:26:00.006-04:00

three generations my Dad My brother and my nephew.

My brother and my youngest daughter and a big pile of fried Louisiana Catfish in the condo at Port Saint Joe Florida.

Being on Vacation is great don't get me wrong. The only problem I see is keeping my mind focused and not thinking of the routine when I get home...So live in the moment is my goal!!!

xo
Steph

cruise to cozumel

2009-07-15T13:11:00.005-04:00

We had a very nice time on our cruise. Cozumel was fun and the best part was the beautiful weather and crystal blue water. Snorkeling was awesome. Bea and her friend matt in Port a Maya. Rob and I enjoying the scenery.

Gone on a Cruise....Never been before.......!

2009-07-09T06:33:00.003-04:00

Hope to eat some of these.....Leave in a few hours to drive to Tampa, it is just a three hour drive and then to Cozumel. My husband and I are going and my youngest daughter and her friend. I am all packed, and no doubt have forgotten something. I've got Dramamine and and lots of magazines to read.
Love to all my Blogging friends.
xo
Steph

Where is Marie?

2009-06-30T09:05:00.002-04:00

I wish I could find her......................~

Princesse Albert de Broglie

2009-06-28T08:59:00.004-04:00

Portait of Princesse Albert de Broglie, nee Josephine-Eleonore-Marie-Pauline de Galard de Brassac de Bearn (oil on canvas, 1853, at the Met). Painted by jean auguste dominique ingres....I thrifted a book and started reading about jean auguste dominique ingres. This is my very favorite, honestly it looks like a photograph. The shadows on the dress creases and the chair upholstery are phenomenal. To me this is the best of both worlds, thrifting+book= fun!

Double Rainbow

2009-06-24T10:23:00.003-04:00

It rained the other day and I grinned when I saw the Rainbow. I followed it and when I got home I could faintly see another one right on top.

Green in this shade is so retro to me. I am not sure if these are "Vintage" but they caught my eye.

Hodge Podge...A mixture of dissimilar ingredients; a jumble.

2009-06-23T10:35:00.004-04:00

More pictures today of thrift things. And a very odd combination at that! I am so torn and really don't know what to do. I love Retro Modern, shabby chic, beachy cottage, Marie Antoinette dreamy things, pastels, Victorian, I want to learn digital software, I want to read about Art, I want to learn how to sew, I have been cross stitching .............. I love old fabric and trim,.....Calgon take me away! It makes me dizzy.......

2009-06-18T13:15:00.002-04:00

Aren't these graphics cool! I got a laptop so my husband was transferring all my data to it. I am sitting typing on it now, we are going out of town some next month so I wanted to be able to take my computer with me. I want to learn digital photography software. I think I am going to go with Photoshop elements. If anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear from you.

The Courts of Europe

2009-06-12T18:22:00.004-04:00

A Ball at the French Court Painted by an anonymous artist c.1581 (Louvre,Paris)

This a a beautiful book Edited by A.G. Dickens. I am reading and looking at the pictures. It examines twelve courts from 1400-1800. I bought it yesterday for $2.50 cents...... I am drawn to books right now on the Louvre and Paris and anything Marie. I found this beautiful picture of Marie Antoinette and her children....

A Bird Nest in the Hand

2009-06-09T16:15:00.003-04:00

I did some blog surfing yesterday and got up the courage to try making the cute bird nest I had been seeing. I went to Hobby Lobby and bought 24 gauge wire and used some beads I already had. http://www.cantstopmakingthings.com/ has a post and http://justsomethingimade.blogspot.com/ both have neat tutorials.....Check them out!

Ode to the Japanese Mugs

2009-06-08T09:21:00.003-04:00

I pretty much grabbed these in awe. Never been used and awesome! It's all about timing and not luck, because I don't believe in luck........:)

Mod Mugs Made In Germany

2009-06-04T17:49:00.003-04:00

Say that three times really quick! I think these are spectacular......Part of my "Thrifting Today" :)

Summer Lovin

2009-06-02T08:42:00.002-04:00

Summer is here and I am enjoying the slow down in our schedule. I posted some pictures of different projects I have been having fun with.
1. I took some pink seam binder and sewed pearls on it and gathered it around the neck of the bottle. 2. Marie Antoinette picture...I printed a copy of the picture on transfer paper then ironed it on sheer fabric and layered that fabric over musical note paper. I had the old vintage frame and wha La .....3. I found this way cool art deco feel plaque with this beautiful quote, I just love it. 4. I taped the edges on one side and painted it gold. The underside is the more dark colors and is in near mint condition. I am going to use it to hold Christmas goodies.

Pretty in Pink

2009-05-28T16:59:00.003-04:00

Ladies' Home Journal......Book of Interior Decoration 1959

If you look closely there is a Huldah print on the wall. I have about 28 by HULDAH CHERRY in a box that I need to hang. I am always drawn in by her prints. I just love pink !

Did someone say "Collage"

2009-05-26T10:18:00.002-04:00

I did this with my Microsoft program. Wow what fun! It is really easy and the results are super duper......