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What’s New in the Shop(s)
Happy Monday!
I hope you all had a fantastic weekend! My weekend was pretty low-key with lots of work, lots of creating and a little R & R thrown into the mix.
I had dreaded sitting down at my computer to update my Etsy shops but finally I got it done. I’ve added a slew of new vintage finds , lots of new jewelry pieces and some fun paper products. My little hands have been busy.
Here’s a glimpse of what’s new…
Vintage Emerald Green Vase
Vintage Milk Glass Lidded Dish
Vintage Navy Marblelized Ice Bucket (perfect Father’s Day gift)
Vintage Jadite Bubble Bowl
Handcrafted Gift Wrap Embellishment Pins
Stylish Gift Tags
Handcrafted Vintage Hardware Necklace
Gold Pendant Necklace with Pearl Drop
You can view all the new vintage and handcrafted jewelry pieces at my ConfettiStyleDesign shop
and you’ll find fun paper products, gift wrapping supplies and embellishments at my new RufflesandRemnants shop!
I hope you’ll take a moment to stop by and see what’s new. While you are there make sure the follow my shops so you’ll get notified of new items, special and sale events.
I have been in a super creative mood the last few weeks and it feels great. Between design projects, making jewelry and vintage shopping, I’ve also been working on new clipboard designs. You’ll see the new styles available in the shop by this weekend.
The week ahead is looking like a busy one with a couple of design meetings on the schedule, Scott Antique Market on Thursday (I didn’t go last month) and I finally decided what I’m going to paint pink.
Cheers to a stellar week ahead!
Treasure Hunting: Kentucky Style
Whenever I get the chance to drop in to a new flea market I do. While we were in Louisville over the weekend I popped into what appeared to be a run down market only to be surprised by the bargains that awaited me!
Isn’t this marbleized cobalt blue ice bucket chic?! And for only $15.00!
I have a love for milk glass and was thrilled to find this lidded jar for only $8.00. I love the scroll pattern and the lid handle.
This brass planter was the bargain of the day. It’s super heavy, has really cool handles and bun feet and it was $6.00!!!! Yeah me!
A vintage glass dyers has been on my shopping list for a while now and I was doing the happy dance because this beauty only cost me $15.00.
And finally another addition to my handbag collection. This sleek black clutch with a bright red lining was, wait for it…..$5.00!!!
This is why I love to thrift!
If you’re in or near Louisville plan a visit to:
J Town Mall of Vendors 10000 Taylorsville Road Louisville, KY 40299
I’ll be back tomorrow with a little DIY project I know you’ll love.
Out and About: Shopping Palooza
Welcome to a new week! I hope your weekend was a good one. Beside getting a little work done, switching out my closet from winter to spring clothes and going to Scott Antique Market, I spent a fair amount of time out and about shopping and visiting a couple of stores here in Atlanta that have been on my list of things to do.
Here’s a look at my weekend from behind the lens! {warning, photo heavy post}
First up is my visit to Scott Antique Market on Thursday. Despite not being in the mood to dig through piles of stuff, I did come away with a few treasures. I was also excited to see lots of new vintage modern pieces from one of my favorite dealers, Parker Kennedy Living. David and Lance are two of the nicest people and boy do they have an eye for style and design.
I purchased this beautiful bubble pattern Jadite bowl. This is my first Jadite purchase and now I’m torn between putting this bowl in my Etsy shop or keeping it for myself.
I also came home with this unique milk glass bowl.
This wood dough bowl was also a purchase that will be going into the shop.
These vintage cookie molds were old and rusty but I loved their charm.
This is the Mexican porcelain dish I got. The colors and pattern were what drew me to this piece.
After doing a bit more shopping, I made my way over to the Parker Kennedy booth. It was so refreshing to see the bold colors they infused their booth with this show.
These wood cabinets with rattan doors were pretty stunning. I think they would look great in a beach house.
How about these turquoise chest? I can totally envision a bedroom designed around these beauties.
This magenta piece was really stunning.
This was my favorite piece in the PKL booth. I adore the concave front, the dramatic green color and the gold accents on the doors.
Loved the whimsical feel of this flower mirror. It would be pretty stunning in a bathroom.
The color didn’t stop with the furniture at PKL, there were lots of accessories in fun vibrant colors as well.
If you get a chance to shop Scott Antique Market, you’ll definitely want to check out the Parker Kennedy booth. You can also connect with them on Facebook here.
On Saturday I had planned to head back out to Scott’s but had a last-minute change of plans and decided to stay in town and visit a few stores and check out The Revival vintage market that was taking place. My first stop was Steve McKenzie’s. I have wanted to visit the store for a while and after connecting with the owners, Steve and his wife Jill via Facebook and Twitter, I was excited to stop in for a visit. I met my friend Dorothy at the store and I had a great time meeting Steve and getting a tour of his shop.
In addition to being a southeast showroom for Grange, Steve and Jill have created a beautiful store filled with modern and vintage furnishing, antiques, decorative accents and tabletop pieces. Steve’s custom fabric and furniture line as well as ceramic pieces from R Wood are also available in the store.
Such beautiful chairs in a stunning orange fabric. I loved the sleek silhouette and the back cushion detail. Steve has also designed a sofa with this same detail.
Here’s a line-up of some of Steve’s custom fabrics. His new collection is also great and will be available soon.
Love this cute little bar cabinet. Perfect for a nook, corner or man’s office.
Just a few of the accessory pieces available… vintage wine barrel lazy susan, R Wood bowl and a vintage jar.
Such a cute chair!
This room within the store features a curtain wall in one of Steve’s fabrics and one of his original pieces of artwork. And, those red globe pendants are to-die-for!
This vintage tulip table and chair set were given a new look with the addition of fabric mixing on the chairs.
I wish you could see this antique table up close. The carved wood base is so beautiful and the bleached wood (done by Steve) really gave the table a soft, weathered appearance.
There is a wall of pillows in the full range of fabrics from Steve’s line.
On our way out of the store I spotted this really cool fold up desk caddy. The inside has cubbies for storing papers and office supplies, and when not in use the box folds up and can be stored or carried to another location.
Steve Mckenzie’s is a fabulous store that is open, airy and easy to shop. And, I also love that there are items in all price points so the store is affordable for everyone. I can’t wait to visit the store again.
Next on our stop was The Revival vintage market. This pop-up market was a bit disappointing in my book. I had gotten the impression from the advertising that there would be a good number of vintage sellers at this market and there really weren’t. Most of the products were handcrafted and/or up-cycled new pieces made to look vintage. There was jus a sprinkling of true vintage goods and the market felt more like a craft and artist market to me (see photos below). Despite all that Dorothy and I took a spin around. I did mange to spend $4 on some vintage wallpaper samples which I’m going to use to make some of my designer clipboards so the trip was not a total loss.
Wind chimes made from old tin pails and silverware.
Framed vintage dollies.
I can officially check The Revival off my list and don’t think I’ll be going back again.
The last stop on my shopping palooza was the Westside Market.
The newly opened Westside Market is a collection of booths that sell Vintage Furniture, Antique Furniture, Lighting, Lamps, Decorative Home Accessories, Framed Art, Floral Arrangements, Chairs, Upholstery, Drapes, Pillows, Original Art and Bed Linens. A little of everything. The market has been open for about a month but has not had its official grand opening celebration yet.
I was glad to see that some of my favorite dealers from Scott Antique Market have opened booths and I hope that more will follow so that this market will become a true vintage shopping destination. Here’s a look inside Westside Market…
A mix of old and new.
Original art.
Vintage collectibles and décor.
Up-styled vintage pieces.
Some true antiques.
More original artwork.
Painted and upholstered pieces.
I thought these retro modern chairs were fun.
Some new garden inspired décor and floral.
Keeping my fingers crossed that the Westside Market will develop into a great shopping destination.
If you’d like to visit the Westside Market you can find them here:
Westside Market 1530 Ellsworth Ind Blvd, Atlanta, Georgia 30318 Monday-Saturday 10:00-6:00 http://www.westsidemarketatl.com/Ok folks, that’s the end of the ride. Writing this post has taken all the energy I have today, especially since my computer froze on me and I had to start it all over! I hope you enjoyed my shopping palooza!
Lots on the to-do list this week including a bit more shopping at the Lakewood Antiques show on Friday. I hope you week ahead is Fabulous!
Ideas for Styling & Accessorizing Your Kitchen
Happy Monday!
I hope everyone had a great weekend and enjoyed watching the Oscars last night. As always, there were some stunning dresses and some that missed the mark. I’m sharing my winners of the night at the end of this post so make sure to read through to the end. Until then I’ve got some kitchen decorating ideas to share with you!
Designing a kitchen is like designing no other space in the home. There are always space restrictions, function issues and flow considerations to work with, in addition to balancing style with storage and organization. Once a kitchen is designed and all the key elements are in place next comes accessorizing countertops, cupboards, walls and floors. This little task comes with its own challenges but there is lots of inspiration out there and a few design tips to make decorating your kitchen a bit easier.
COUNTERS:
Kitchen counters are a sacred space in most kitchens with the act of creating storage space with work space becoming a real balancing act.
Whenever possible, it is a good idea to go vertical to maximize storage. A wood plate rack like this one below not only look goods but offers up maximum storage in a minimum footprint and keeps everyday items close at hand.
Countertop accessories like utensils, tools and seasonings can be gathered up on a pretty tray and not left scattered around on the counter. A tray also makes it easy to move all the items at one time when the extra counter space is needed.
Wire wall racks don’t have to be hung on the wall to function in a kitchen. This tiered rack not only uses vertical space but keeps items super organized.
If you have the wall space, create more counter and surface space with the addition of a wall shelf. This shelf is so beautiful and adds to the character of the kitchen.
p.s. A super stylish touch for any kitchen counter is the addition of a small accent lamp or two. Task lighting and ambience at its best!
CABINETS & SHELVING:
A big trend in kitchens at the moment is open shelving. Taking the doors off of cabinets not only allows someone to showcase a beautiful collection of dinnerware or pottery but the kitchen will have the impression of feeling larger and more open.
Open kitchen shelving requires organization but when kept organized the impact is stunning.
You’ll also notice that the way the pieces are placed on these shelves utilize vertical space and layering to make the display visually pleasing and efficient.
Open shelving in a kitchen also provides a great opportunity to display decorative items that will enhance the overall look of the kitchen.
And don’t forget the sides of cabinets as a potential display/storage area. A simple towel bar can become an attractive spot to hang baskets or towels.
(Ikea has great handing bar accessories to create this look)
FLOORS:
When decorating your kitchen, think of your floor as you do your wall. Add interest and color with rugs, paint or decorative flooring.
I love the look of a runner in the kitchen instead of using several smaller rugs placed in front of the sink, stove etc. The runner enhances the size of the kitchen and draws you in to the space.
Even traditional area rugs are a great way to style a kitchen. Larger, flat weave rugs will bring pattern and warmth to an otherwise hard surface kitchen space.
More and more people are opting for painted floor treatments in their kitchen for both the ease of care and added style. I love this diagonal stripe pattern which adds real visual impact.
When smaller accent rugs are used in a kitchen, go for something bold and dynamic. This more modern geometric pattern is a great contract to all the other elements in this kitchen.
Or, smaller rugs in the same color but with different patterns is another fun style option.
FLOR tiles are a great style and cost-effective option for kitchen floors. If one tile gets ruined simple pull that one out and replace it.
WALLS:
Seems that wall space in kitchens is becoming less and less in home design these days. Because of that it is really important to make a statement with any wall décor you do add to your kitchen.
Framed chalkboards are great not only because they give an eclectic touch but also because they are functional for writing down list, menus and recipes.
Framed “kitchen themed” prints or even tea towels is a great way to add style to your kitchen without much cost. Keep the frames simple and use color to make the impact.
I love decorative plates as a wall décor statement in a kitchen. Collect a variety of plates in a simple style but with varying colors and patterns. The plates can easily be taken down when needed for entertaining too!
This fun DIY project is a great way to create wall décor for your kitchen. Spray paint some thrift store flatware, frame it against a piece of decorative or plain scrapbook paper and you’ve got a great look. Just imagine all the color possibilities.
How don’t forget a large wall clock as an option for your kitchen wall. Go big and bold.
And how about considering a large round frame or embroidery hoop with a piece of decorative fabric.
The kitchen is the hub of the home so make sure to spend a little time creating a space that feels good and adds to the spirit of your home!
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And now my picks for Oscar best dressed are:
Charlize looked stunning in this white gown and her short hair made it even more chic.
This dress worn by Sandra did not have to rely on leg slits or a deep neckline to make it stand out. The fabric and fitted shape make this dress stand out.
While I didn’t really like the little loop on the belt, the rest of the dress was amazing. The tiered color at the bottom was flirty and fun.
Whenever I have the chance to attend a super formal event, I always opt for a color instead of black because it always stands out. This royal blue color was stunning on Robin and made the simple velvet fabric come alive. My vote for color of the year 2014!
And finally Jane Fonda. I love anything in bright yellow and good golly doesn’t she look great for here age! WOW!
Have a great day and do it in style!
The Thrill of Thrifting
I love to go THRIFTING! The thrill comes from searching through boxes, bins and lots of junk to uncover a treasure from yesteryear. The thrill comes in learning about treasures that graced some bodies home before I was born. The thrill comes from knowing others will enjoy the treasures I’ve found in 2013. Thrifting for me is simply a thrill!
Here are my latest finds. Enjoy!
Blue Tole Tray with a pretty floral image in the center!
Large Glass bowl with brass base and rim!
Milk Glass Ivy Pot. I had no idea what this vase was used for but a friendly shopper told me all about the history of it. Yet another reason to love thrifting..fellow thrifters are nice!
The gorgeous silver-plated divided dish! I ♥ Silverplate!
A silver-plated toast rack (or letter/card holder in my world)!
Some pretty vintage floral hankies!
And some heart themed hankies!
Love these vintage wood clothespins! Great to toss in a bowl or for crafting.
And this Cobalt Blue Straw Dispenser had me at hello!
We have another great antique/flea market show here in Atlanta this weekend and I just might have to go for the THRILL of it!
All of these items are coming soon to an Etsy Shop near you!
Make today great!
Treasure Hunting
Thrifting is one of my favorite things to do. Here’s what I came across on my latest treasure hunt!
Loved this silver plates strainer!
We all know I have a love the milk glass and this vase caught my eye immediately.
I loved this seafoam colored glass lamps. I snapped a picture to send to a friend, walk through another aisle and came back and they were gone. Snagged by another thrifty shopper for only $23.00 each.
I have a love for vintage typewriters!
A super versatile vase/planter. I can just see a lush green plant hanging out in this.
I cool metal lattice tray. Would be great on a vanity or bar area!
I love this copper pot and thought about getting it to put a plant in!
A great mirror for only $30.00.
A silver plated serving dish perfect for any party setting!
This was a great wall or tabletop cabinet with wire inset into the door! Only $24.00!
A great storage vintage box for storing all types of things!
Loved this two-tier tabel in the distressed green finish. Perfect as a night stand or side table.
A vintage bread box. Just a cool accessory to add to a kitchen.
Another painted chest!
A really cool hanging scale. I think this would be great for holding fruit in a kitchen.
A great little pewter rimmed glass tray for $14.50. Way cool for a bar area or to display perfume bottles on.
Love this scale. I went back to get it but it had sold.
This was a great rolling basket. I thought about it to hold wrapping paper rolls.
I’m heading to Scott Antique Market on Friday to do some shopping for my Etsy shop and for a client project. I’ll be sure to share the highlights next week!
So, what do you love most about thrift shopping??
Current Obession: White Ceramics
One of my thrifting obsessions of late has been white pottery and ceramics. I love the look of collected pieces displayed together on shelves or tabletops.
I’ve written about my love of vintage milk glass here, but what I’ve been attracted to lately is classic white pottery in vases, bowls, platters, pitchers and figurines.
There’s something so refreshing and dynamic about a collection of white pottery pieces!
I love the idea of white ceramics to organize a bathroom and add a little style.
And, I’m on the hunt for a white ceramic owl and buddha to add to my accessory mix.
If someone asked me what design and accessory statement is trending right now, it would for sure be white ceramics and pottery!
So, how many of you out there have white pottery in your home AND how do you display it? I’d love to know.
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