I love creating party themes and this time around I’m inspired by the color GOLD! What I love about a party theme based on color is there are so many items you can buy to create your look or if you’re the crafty type you can pull out a can of spray paint and the hot-glue gun and go the DIY route.
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Lakewood Antiques Market–A Treasure Trove
Just about every month I share the highlights and my purchases from my visit to Scott Antique Market. Scott’s is considered one of the finer antique and flea markets in the country so I feel blessed that it comes to Atlanta every month. I also feel lucky that Atlanta has another great market that opens each month, the weekend after Scott’s. Yes, I get to spend two weekends out of each month shopping for all kinds of vintage treasures.
Lakewood Antiques Market is open the third weekend of each month, Friday, Saturday and Sunday and while it is smaller than Scott’s it is still a treasure trove for vintage accessories, tabletop pieces, furniture, linens and collectibles. Perfect for an Etsy shop, design projects or crafting.
This month Lakewood had lots of great buys, so much so that after spending Friday shopping with my friends Tina and Dorothy, I had to go back for round two on Saturday with the hubby. (The fact that I was buying a mirror that saw super heavy had nothing to do with taking the hubby along 🙂 )
I wish all of you could be here to shop these great markets with me each month, but I know that’s not possible. So instead I’ll share some of the pieces Lakewood had to offer. Enjoy the virtual shopping trip.
This wood wall plaque made from an old wine barrel was really cool.
It’s not secret that I love clipboards and I thought the idea of painting one with chalkboard paint was pretty great.
All around Lakewood there were lots of old vintage signs. I especially loved this one.
My love of vintage scales grew even deeper when I saw this beauty.
Another great vintage sign.
Lots of vendors at Lakewood upcycle furniture pieces. This dresser was upholstered on all sides in an old quilt with really pretty crystal knobs.
Vintage hardware and lots of it.
Cool architectural elements and a few old corks thrown in for fun.
I loved this painted dresser. My friend Tina scored the exact same piece at Goodwill for little or nothing and is in the process of putting her DIY stamp on it.
While Lakewood does not have the amount of true antiques that Scott’s does, this piece was a show stopper. This mirrored armoire had to stand about 10′ high and had the most beautiful curves and details. The mirror was in pristine condition. The dealer was asking $1299.00 which I thought was a MAJOR steal!
I loved this hand painted dresser. The top drawer and the legs really made it.
Vintage shoe lasts, great as an accessory on a bookshelf or table vignette.
There were two sets of these iron gates which could be great as wall décor or used as a decorative divider in a doorway. The pair was going for $225.00.
This super size jar was really pretty. A great shelf sitter.
Loved these spools of vintage tinsel.
I’m a sucker for vintage storage bins and really wanted this piece.
Tina and I met a new friend, Hilary who is also known as The Purse Lady. She shows at both Scott’s and Lakewood and has the most impressive collection of vintage handbags I’ve seen. If I died in her booth it would be the next best thing to heaven.
Stunning glass front cabinet doors!
Very cool vintage table with pull out extensions.
Loved this chair and thought it would make for a great DIY project.
I’m still kicking myself that I didn’t buy this vintage paper holder. It was gone on Saturday when I went back for it. Lesson learned!
Large ship wheels which would look great over the bed at a beach front home.
Vintage crates of all kinds…
and vintage rulers in all colors.
I bought a few of these vintage keys for my jewelry designs.
Drink crates stacked high.
A basket full of vintage tennis rackets. Loved the ones with the covers.
More vintage signs.
A great collection of luggage (sorry for the blur)
I loved most of these vintage clocks but thought they were a bit overpriced.
And just in time for spring picnics, this collection of vintage picnic baskets!
As I said, this months Lakewood show was the bomb. I walked away with a 4′ x 3′ arch top mirror for $20, several brass planters and urn for $5.00 each, silver trays that I snagged for $3.00 and a few other goodies that will be showing up in the shop soon.
I can’t wait for next months Lakewood show. One of the halls is going through a renovation and will be expanded to include even more vendors, which means more shopping~
Until my next shopping adventure….
My Blog Plans for 2013
Happy Friday!
Can you believe it is almost the end of January? Where is the time going? Over the last couple of weeks I’ve had so many thoughts and ideas brewing in my head about my plans for my blog. I’ve finally had time to get a few things jotted down on paper and wanted to share them with you.
Last January I wrote a post entitled “What I Want to Share” and outlined my blog goals and the things I wanted ConfettiStyle, the blog to be about. After reading though the post again, I am glad to say the blog really spoke to the areas outlined, My Love of Design, Crafting, Entertaining, Design Education, Gifting, Fashion , Inspiring others and Shopping…all the things I love and am passionate about. So, my 2013 goals will not stray too far away from where they were last year but will allow me to share more of what drives and motivates me every day.
2013 will be the year of Sharing My Passions!
I hope to inspire you with DECORATING IDEAS and TIPS that will allow you to love every inch of your home!
Because I never want to stop learning, I hope to TEACH YOU SOMETHING NEW and INSPIRE you with words of wisdom.
I want to inspire you to TRY A CRAFT or DIY PROJECT!
I hope to give you FASHION IDEAS that will help you make the most of your own signature style!
I want to inspire you with GIFT WRAPPPING IDEAS so that every gift you wrap, no matter how big or small is simply beautiful!
I hope to give you ENTERTAINING IDEAS and TIPS that will make every occasion a special one!
And along the way I will share more of my life’s journey and all that inspires me!
Thanks for joining me here at ConfettiStyle everyday. Good things are coming in 2013!
I hope you weekend is filled with happiness!
Black is the New Black
Hello and Good Morning!
Have your heard the news….Black is making a comeback! After down trending for a few years and giving way to the color grey, predictions are that Black is Coming Back!
What does that mean for all of you fashion, entertaining, design and gift giving enthusiast? Lots of fabulous looks to inspire. Check it out!
Christmas Decor 2012
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas around my parts!
I’m loving my colorful Christmas Tree. All of the ornaments are handmade (swirled paint inside clear glass ornaments)!
I decided to use solid color wrapping paper for my gifts and use contrasting colored ribbons and a cluster of small ornaments and jingle bells as embellishments. Each family member has their own color of wrapping paper so no gift tags are needed.
I created a framed chalkboard to hang on one wall near the tree.
I couldn’t resist these faux fur wine bags from Restoration Hardware and decided to use them as stockings for the hubby and I.
My sheet music wreath hangs on a mirror in the dining room.
A festive bow and greenery hangs on a half wall.
I add a little cheer to a brass birdcage that sits on top of an armoire.
I decided to keep a colorful theme with my dining table decor. The striped velvet runner I purchased from Crate and Barrel several years ago. The silver chargers are from Target.
I painted small metal trays I found at a flea market in chalkboard paint and added a festive message at place setting.
I placed a handmade ornament at in a glass and added a gift tag that I made using Scotch Expressions Tape. Love this stuff!
My metal cones a filled with ornaments and hang from near the stair rail.
I decided to add a little Christmas decor to the bedroom as well by hanging a wreath on the headboard. I also changed out my yellow and grey pillows for red and hunter green one for Christmas.
A mini tree sits in a mercury glass bowl on the nightstand.
And, my dress form even got in on the Christmas mix!
To see my Christmas decor from 2011 head here!
Room of the Week–In Words and Pictures
Every home should be a sanctuary: entering it you should immediately feel physically and emotionally protected.
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The most important thing about color is that it cannot be isolated…Every color is only ever seen in juxtaposition with other ones.
John Saladino
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If every piece is perfect the room becomes a museum and lifeless.
Nancy Lancaster
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Ceilings must always be considered. They are the most neglected surface in a room.
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Have a fantastic weekend!
I’ll be back next week with highlights from my day at Scott Antique Market and some chic and easy gift wrap inspiration!
Scenes from the Weekend
Happy Monday! As you can tell from the late posting of this blog post that my Monday has been a bit hectic and has thrown me off schedule. I’ve gotten things back on track now and wanted to share scenes from my weekend…a weekend that included a trip to ADAC, some shopping and a fun new adventures as well.
Friday started off with a trip to ADAC (Atlanta Decorative Arts Center) to hear designer and blogger Brian Patrick Flynn. Brian shared photos of his work and talked about his learnings as a self-taught interior designer. Brian is super talented and I think everyone in attendance learned something from his words of wisdom.
After the presentation at ADAC, my friend Tina and I stopped for lunch and then did a little shopping. We popped into Marshalls and then headed to HomeGoods. If you haven’t been to HomeGoods in a few weeks, now is the time to go. They are really stocking their stores for the holidays and the shelves were loaded. I was really impressed with the lighting they currently have and was wowed by the selection of upholstered parson chairs. Just look at all the beautiful options.
On Saturday the hubby and I ventured out to IKEA. (I’m always telling people not to go to Ikea on the weekend because it is a mad house so why I did is a mystery)!
Anytime I go to IKEA I walk away with lots of design inspiration for quick and easy DIY projects. The store is filled with inexpensive pieces that can easily take on a new life.
I love the idea of using a simple vase as a cloche. I’m gonna up-style mine and add a cute little glass knob on top to give it the real look of a cloche.
This round metal tray was on $4.99 and I imagined all the beautiful colors it could be painted in and used as a magnet board in an office. Or, how about a fun tray for your bar area? They also carry a smaller size that could easily be used as fun coasters. I walked around the store and jotted down lots of ideas and snapped lots of photos and then my heart skipped a bead……
Christmas at Ikea is in full swing, and if you don’t already know, I love gift wrap and packaging!!!! I spent a good 20 minutes walking around looking at all the paper and boxes and bags. Ikea is really playing up a red, white and silver theme this year and have some fab gift wrap at super fab prices (most rolls under $4.00)!
I loved the silver and white gift bags!
And, these mini bags with numbers are such a cute way to create advent/countdown to the day gifts.
These ribbed metal containers were adorable. They can in several sizes and in red and white. I love the look with these mini Christmas trees (also for sale).
On Sunday we decided to head out for a new adventure. Being from Washington State I grew up around apple orchards but never really took the opportunity to pick them myself. Since the weather on Sunday was so nice, we decided to drive to Ellijay, Georgia, about 1 1/2 hours from Atlanta and go apple picking.
We enjoyed some beautiful scenery on the way and finally arrived at the Red Apple Barn. How cute is this little barn?
The outside of the barn was a showcase of pumpkins. They even had a pumpkin patch if you wanted to pick your own.
We took a tractor ride out to the orchards.
The orchards were vast and included so many different varieties of apples.
While there were lots of apples still on the trees, there were just as many on the ground!
I made my sweetie climb to the top of a tree to get me some apples.
We picked 1/2 a peck of different varieties, mostly red skinned.
Once we made our way down the orchards we stopped by this beautiful flower garden that was on the property.
From there we headed home but had to made a pit stop at this cute little antique store along the road.
There was lots of fabulous junk inside and out.
All in all my weekend was great. I’m all about trying new things lately and can now add “picking apples” to my NEW ADVENTURES LIST for 2012.
I hope you weekend was a good one too!
See you back here tomorrow!
Bits of Inspiration: Vintage Christmas
I am in full Christmas decorating mode for clients this week, and in the evenings I’m working on all kinds of holiday projects around my house.
I mentioned before that my Christmas decor this year will be a mix of burlap, red, mercury glass and music themed elements.
Even with my theme set, I’m finding myself smitten and inspired by all the Vintage Christmas decor I’m seeing in blogland. I love the mix of natural elements, the texture and all the shine and shimmer. I’m so inspired, I’ve decided I’ll be making my version of many of these ideas to incorporate into my decor.
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