A Bit of Heaven

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Project Closet

I love to organize and then reorganize what I think is already organized only to find that it really wasn't organized as effeciently as it could have been in the first place. Did I confuse you with the long over run sentence? Simply put: I emptied my closet, painted it, added some organizational pieces, and put everthing back.

My closet already housed great shelving, so I added a fresh coat of white paint.

I purchased a drawer kit at the local home improvement store. It was easy to put together and will store smaller items like scarves.

My favorite purchase- a couple of shoe organizers. Be still my heart. Again, this was a kit that was easy to put together, and sturdy. I'm heading back for a shoe organizer for Mr. Pink Heaven's shoes, and possibly another set of drawers.

Looking good, and easy to do.
Give it a try....organize.

Hope you all had a blessed Easter,
Ele

Friday, March 19, 2010

Milk Glass Love

Each time I visit the Carribbean, I stand in awe of the vibrant, yet peaceful colors God has painted upon our earth. My recent vacation wasn't any different. My mission, upon returning home, turned to thoughts of creating vignettes of this beautiful calm. Sand provides soothing ground for inspiration with shades of white and lots of texture. My collection of white milk glass started singing to me before I had even set down my suitcase.

Milk glass is found in many shapes, sizes and yes, even colors. Just like grains of sand it can be opaque or translucent, and comes in various shades of white.

Milk glass was first produced over 100 years ago, but was reproduced in the 1980's. Never pay a large amount for a piece of milkglass, unless you are very sure of it's origin. It is very hard to tell the real antique pieces from the reproductions. In my opinion, the newer pieces are just as desirable.

Milk glass isn't just for great grandma anymore. The calm, chic look has achieved a new level in decorating and is showing up on shelves, in cupboards, and even in wedding decorations.

(wedding decor from fetefanatic.blogspot.com)

Next time you are at your local thrift store and see milk glass, close your eyes for a moment and visualize yourself walking barefoot in warm white sand. I promise, if you didn't like milkglass before, you will now.

(photo credit from theflyingbeeblog.blogspot.com)

Blessings to you!
Ele

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Spring Ruffles

Too many ruffles? Not this Spring. Ruffles are showing their faces, or layers, everywhere.

March is the month to take away the heavy winter layers of drapes, rugs, and dark slipcovers. It's time to add light textures and colors in creams and whites. The perfect way to do this is with fresh layers of ruffles.

Simple Linens

The Home Centric

Too many ruffles on the pillow above? I think not!

I could not resisit the vintage ruffles on this pillow by Home Centric. It will look great on my couch, and it was a great price.

If you prefer a more tailored look, the pillow below is perfect. A single band of ruffles is very classy.

Georgiana Gem

http://www.lollioshops.com/

Are you drooling yet?

Grey Likes Weddings

How about now?

Use a smaller version of this banquet tablecloth on a side table, entry table, or even a dining room table.

Ruffles. Need I say more?

Have a blessed day,

Ele

Sunday, February 14, 2010

Valentines

The loveliest day of the year has arrived.

loveliest: having beauty that appeals to the emotions as well as to the eye

I participated in Cathy's Amour Valentine Swap and my partner was Janet, of Janet's Creative Pillows.

Score! Agree?

She also sent a lot of other goodies; such as chocolates, candy, rose candles, and gorgeous paper flowers, but I was totally smitten with this pillow. It had me at the gorgeous bridal lace, or was it the tulle, or the roses? Anyway, I was smitten.