I hope that all is well with you. It's too hot to play outside. Hard to believe that we haven't even made it to the first day of summer yet! We have already hit the 100 degree mark. Butterflies in the garden - they love it!

Vintage Vanity Savoir Faire

I like bath products that are relaxing and smell good .......  

but I love bath products that are pretty too!

 I was cleaning under the vanity cabinet and found a couple things that gave me an idea....I decided to mix my own stuff. It smells good and it's soothes tired muscles too! I just poured some of both in a bowl and mixed them together.

Then, I used a funnel and poured my bath soaking solution into a bottle.

This one has a shaker lid. But, I prefer the cup with the sugar spoon. You can put it in any dispenser you choose. A vintage salt or pepper shaker, a pretty tea cup or you could use an apothocary jar.

This is a great gift idea; you can make extra to share with girlfriends too. Have fun!

~Shelly

Happy Red White and Blue Day

 

I had strawberries and blueberries; so I made a red white and blue dessert to celebrate! Hope you enjoy your day.

~Shelly

This Little Piggy...

Is oh so cute!!!

Her name is Claira. You can see her companion Clancy here. They make such a cute pair. Wish I had someone to sew them for....maybe me! lol

I may have to make a couple of these, instead.

Have a great day!

~Shelly

Waiting on Spring....

As long as we are persistent...

we will continue to grow.

We cannot choose the day or time

when we will fully bloom

it will happen in it's own time.

~Dennis Waitley

Be persistent!
Happy March ~Shelly

Had I but one penny...

I would buy coffee and chocolate! Especially this coffee, it's great. And isn't this the cutest chocolate bar; I found it in the grocery store today and fell in love with the vintage images - it's made in Germany.

Here is a close-up of the bunny.....


It was William Shakespeare who said "Had I but one penny in the world, thou shouldst have it for gingerbread." What would you buy with your penny?

Pure Happiness......

A few signs of spring are appearing in the mostly brown landscape!

Out of moderation a pure happiness springs. ~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

What is within the artist?

The key is what is within the artist. The artist can only paint what she or he is about.
~ Lee Krasner




Been wanting to paint a little....so I thought I'd paint some flourishes and scrolls; turned out not so much scroll as flourish...I guess that the quote is true. It's all freehand so I painted what was within.

I think I might wear it to work tomorrow. What do you think? What's within you?...

Go Go.....

Oh, the places we'll go.....


How fun to ride around in a pink VW with the top down all day! I just think that I would have to smile every time I went out to get into this cute little thing; it makes me happy when I look at it! My first car was a VW bug and I loved it so much!

Where would you like to go this year? ....did you make any resolutions? I'm still thinking....I'm most happy at home these days.

I took this pic when I was on vacation in Cancun...a fun place to go.

Happy New Year where ever you go!

~Shelly

In Season.....

Louisiana Strawberries; Love them.....so sweet and yummy!

Everything is good in its season.
- Italian saying

The Strawberry Festival is this weekend ~ just imagine all the strawberry goodness: pies, milkshakes, jam and preserves, hand dipped in chocolate, Strawberry Daiquiri's, Strawberry cakes and icecream too! Oh, and don't forget about the Royalty; how cool to be the Strawberry Queen and wear a crown all the time!

This year I've decided that I am going to make my own preserves.....I'll let you know how it goes. If I don't make them fast; I'm going to have to buy more berries they are starting to disappear quickly!

In the meantime, I'd love to share these with you; enjoy!

~Shelly

Let the Good Times Roll......

Do you have time to take in a parade or two? For some; this is serious business! teehee The small town parades are great for little ones....Happy Mardi Gras!

~Shelly

Never forget....

Never forget that the most powerful force on earth is love.

~Nelson Rockefeller

When words escape...

When words escape, flowers speak. ~ Bruce W. Currie

Talk to me! This weekend was just beautiful in South Louisiana; 77 degrees on Saturday! I had so much fun playing in the dirt! I have ambitious plans for the garden and started some seeds. I planted them in pots that can be transplanted when the ground warms up a little more. I'll let you know how it goes!

The fruit stand had the most beautiful strawberries! Had to snap a few shots. I had planned to make strawberry bread, but the berries never last long enough! Gotta buy more next time.

I won this pretty milk glass bowl at an estate auction recently! Love it. We're planning to attend another this weekend ~ looking forward to the excitement! I wonder what we'll find....

Take care,

Shelly

Happy Day!

This sweet face turned 23 today!

Where does the time go??? Wish I'd taken more pictures!

We invited a clown to entertain for his first birthday ~ and oooooooohhh she did a fantastic job; balloon animals and lots of magic tricks. He was such a handsome boy in his blue velvet bow-tie suit! What was I thinking?! (It is January!)

Make a wish...he had his own clown cake; so cute! Gotta help blow out his 1st. birthday candle...I wonder what he was thinking?

I'm so proud of the young man that he has become; my wish is that all of his wishes come true!

Love ...

Love is, above all, the gift of oneself.

~ Jean Anouilh

A beautiful red dish is the base to which I have added a bar of luxurious european soap; a gift that I would love to receive myself!

Getting ready to give Valentines?

~Shelly

New for You...and me, too!

Happy Make Mine Pink Friday! I have been shopping in my jewelry box and wearing some things that have been tucked away. You know how the favorites get put on top and you pull them out over and over? Time for something new!

I love this set, look at all the colors!

Pearls, always a favorite of mine! This bracelet will end up on the top of the pile in the jewelry box!

This beautiful Sea Treasures Necklace will complement any outfit!

I love these bold earrings; they are fun and funky, too!

Dozens of "gems" on this bracelet! This year I have added a jewelry category to my store! I am so excited about the new items.

Only the heart knows how to find what is precious.

~Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Happy Friday,

~Shelly

Here fishy, fishy

The love of a family is life's greatest blessing.
~Anonymous

Had a great weekend with my nephews.....we saw a movie Saturday afternoon. Then, Sunday morning we took a trip to the Big Easy . It was the perfect day to spend hanaging out exploring!

Caught in the act...picking a flower for his nan-nan! Mischevious and so loving! I pressed my sweet flower into a journal.

Polka dotted sting rays! How cool is that?!

This exhibit was the most fun. We arrived in time to feed the sting rays! They suck the food right out of your hand; a vacuum that smacks and splashes, too!

Can't you hurry, we've got things to touch!?!?!

Macaws in the rainforrest. These guys came with a warning not to touch!!! Thankfully, we came home with all of our fingers.

Hope your new year is filled with blessings.

~Shelly

Riches......

To be content with what we possess is the greatest and most secure of riches.

~Cicero

Happy New Year to you and yours,
Shelly

Cajun Christmas

This is White Oak Plantation; all dressed up for Christmas. 22 acres of southern grandeur; owned by a famous chef, inspired by Houmas House Plantation that was built in the 1800's.

The main entrance opens to a grand staircase and beautiful parlor.

The main parlor with it's 26 foot ceiling and antique crystal chandelier are a impressive sight. The tree is decorated with fleur de lis and poinsettia's. I love how you can see the second story balcony from this room.

Papa Noel vignette...simple and elegant.

More poinsettia's; this fireplace mantle is so pretty.

LeBaron crystal chandeliers are stunning.

These fantastic lead glass doors lead to a court yard. The private dining area was decorated for an event tonight. The elegant Grand French Ballroom features a black and white simulated (insert faux!) marble floor and three chandeliers with matching wall sconces. Fantastique!

I'd love to attend one of the Culinary Garden Seminars that are offered. I'm going to have to keep checking the calendar for upcoming events.

I'll post pictures of the grounds another time.

~Shelly

Weekend Road Trip

I took a road trip this weekend...and spent some time with my family.

I passed this sno-cone stand. Couldn't help myself.....its so cute!

This was growing in my grandfather's backyard - he has a couple things planted. I'm really not sure what it is....

When I stopped at a favorite antique shop I spotted this bike.....how fun for a little one! Too bad it wasn't for sale.

I have a couple projects for this week. Come back when you have a minute!

~Shelly