new things are a coming round::

You know when the well runs dry... it ain't dry anymore. I've taken lots of things in consideration around here and I'm not closing these doors just quite yet.. my blog that is.
I took a little break and now, I'm changing some things around to make them fresh and exciting for you and me. Sound good? Just to give you a sample of some new stuff "findings" my new page will be open soon. I'm also including some collecting tidbits from people in the biz and a crafty page with lots to drool over. So things are coming along very soon, sooner then you think.
How do you like the new banner? style? It's been fun and the new change feels right. 
More to come in a few days from now. Catch you in between friends. Thanks for visiting me as always. You're the best!
Liz
 

saturday's floral inspiration::

This is what happens when you are standing in the produce aisle and the worker in the floral department is straightening and clipping flower petals to make everything fresh and new again.
Just like spring ..
and I arrived home with a bag full of petals that day.

Inspiration

Pops of color
Vibrant, soft, pink, purple, yellow

Emerging thoughts of happiness
I am so ready for spring. Aren't you?
So, spring came and left.. now, I patiently wait for the REAL spring to arrive. Won't be long.. till then, one can only DREAM.
                                                             Enjoy your weekend- Liz

the flower song::

DIY flower press:

"Le Parlate D'Amor," meaning the flower song inspired me during the spring months. My husband found the remains of a perfect butterfly on our lawn which he gave me as a little gift. Afterwards, in a book it went for safe keeping.Wouldn't you know I started thinking about standard flower presses. I watched plenty of You tube videos, did my homework and even thought of using the phone book one point in time too. Having a broken crate on hand, I figured they could be cut down to size like a standard flower press. I think you've seen them before. Do you own one? Back to the drawing board, I decided not to cut the crate boards. After all, I would have more room for loads of wildflowers or specimens. Then, the process began. In the springtime,wildflowers are abundant I then began harvesting different varieties on my road where I live. So did sorting, pressing and sorting. The more I gathered, the more I became anxious to find more.. I sang the flower song! Here's a simple "How To" if you are so inclined to make one. FYI, I sometimes get a little carried away {below} a happy color story between snapshots.
 

                                                  
SUPPLIES:

  1. one crate or thin wood scraps

   2. wax paper

  3. wildflowers of different varieties

  4. stamps/stamp pad to apply words, phrases

  5. 1 belt for closure or ribbon to tie

  6. cardboard

Please note: my thoughts here were to reuse, recycle and re purpose items I already had. You can also shop at your local thrift shop, flea or garage sale to find your wood supply before making a trip to the hardware store or lumber yard.

DIRECTIONS:
 TAKE 2 pieces of crate boards and cut them in equal widths and lengths. Cut several pieces of cardboard same size. Measure and cut wax paper. Fold over like a book same size as wood and cardboard. In multiple layers layout wood, cardboard, wax paper.. and so on. Add wildflowers that you have gathered cut to any size you wish. Put inside your wax paper booklet. Put on top of cardboard. So, you'll end up with layers of flowers to be dried. Add a closure. I added a leather belt that I purchased at the flea for $1.00. Add some weights directly on top of your project.Look in your pantry for heavy weighted large can goods like crushed tomatoes. They come in handy. The process takes 2 days to dry. Use for different uses, crafts, stationary, art work and mixed media.

If you have any questions shoot me a email..I'm still collecting wildflowers on the roadside to dry. If you're not ready to tackle this project right now, wildflowers make for a lovely centerpiece for your home. Enjoy your weekend, enjoy the simple pleasures that nature has to offer.

                         all because he gave me a butterfly...

                                                                        xoxo Liz

love is all you need::

and buttons..

Just some fun valentine inspiration to brighten your evening!

                                             xxx Liz

spring please::

        Spring a six- letter word. It's hard to think Spring when the weather is frigid and there is snow on the ground. This is the mindset I've been in all week.. birds, blooms and butterflies.
         Back to editing.. I knew I couldn't stay away for very long. Please send me some spring here. Thanks, other then that all is GOOD. How about YOU?

                                                             Have a great weekend,
                                                                        xxx Liz
         
         
        

from my desk::

It's a New Year full of plans, projects and experiences. I hope 2013 brings you health and happiness in every way.

As, we ring in the New Year. I'll be away for a bit working on a deadline for Gatherings Magazine.

Hopefully, by next week.. all my work will be complete. I'll do a dance too. If you like vintage you'll be in for a treat come Spring. Sorry, I can't show and share my inspiration. I would love to!

Here's a reminder to look for Gatherings Magazine release of the White issue coming January 7th. I'll be tweeting if you're on Twitter and follow Gatherings.

Enjoy, what plans 2013 will bring.

Yesterday, my fortune cookie read, " In one hour you will be hungry again."

Now, how's that for a New Year's prediction..
I'll be hungry for blogging that's for sure ;)

                                                                 See you all soon,

                                                                     xxx Liz 

It's All About Home

Lately, I've been thinking. You certainly don't have to be a Blogger to check out other peoples homes, nor get ideas and inspiration. So, I surf the web high and low. Blog after Blog. Magazine after magazine.I get frustrated with my own style in my Home. I really hit a road block every time when I want to redecorate. It is a overload of style and people telling you the rules.At the moment, Shabby chic is my friend. I'm a collector so it fits in. Who says Shabby Chic is out? I really don't care. You see the decor police strikes again. Who cares I say! It's what you like anyway, right? Right? So, away with some stuff. Yup! I've been SLOWLY weeding out Primitive... Welcome Shabby, Cottage, Romantic, French, Country Style. See I told you. I have a real problem on my hand. I like everything. Oh, if it's Vintage even better.Here is to your design dilemmas. Hope you don't need rehab like me. Make your Home a portrait of yourself. A expression of who you are and what you love. Here are some pics. Home is where your heart is. Have a Happy September. Hugs, Liz

More Blooming at Water Street

Here are the rest of my pics from yesterday. This Vintage Gal gets around! Enjoy, Liz