Friday, April 16, 2010

lifting my spirits...

Happy Friday! Have you ever had one of those days when you were a little down and did not know why? Well that was yesterday for me. I decided to head over to the shop and put some new treasures in my little corner. I thought I would share with you some photos of my re-feathering... I have had these suitcases stacked with one open on top filled with goodies but decided display them all closed for a change with some new little pillow sachets... I love the pink and brown toile, crinkly ribbon with rosette and they are filled with lavender. I got them on Etsy as well as the idea for the hand stamped vintage hanger. I hung a sweet little wall pocket above it with a vintage piece of chenille peeking out... I also just finished giving an old Cushman Smoker cabinet table a coat of white paint... I definitely began to feel better as the day went on. I am so happy to have this space and always enjoy re-feathering it! I love when I bring in something new and get to "stage" it with pretties...
We have alot of movie production companies that come in often. Imagine seeing something you created on the big screen... I finally painted an old ladderback chair too... I had to shut off one of the lights since it created too much glare in the photos. I love these old enamel house numbers... We had a hint of spring last week but it is rainy and cold today. Hopefully spring will be here to stay with summer soon to follow. I have a few signs for cottages or beach houses... I still have one "Spring" sign left too. Look at this cute little baby planter with sweet roses in the wheels... These storage boxes were originally blue but, of course, I painted them white... I also have some of the lavender scented pillow sachets in a blue and brown toile... Looks like I caught the sweet little birds kissing and there is the other box I decoupaged. I also added a lovely vintage powder tin and metal powder box with original puff inside... After a few hours of fluffing (time passes so quickly when I am there) my spirits were definitely lifted and I was smiling... Peeking at my display with my little decoupaged eggs and boxes... Inspired me to come home and create these...
These were so fun and satisfying to make! They took a bit of time but I think it was well worth it. I am trying to decide if I should put them in the shop or in my Etsy shop (or both if I shift into high gear!). Well yesterday started off not too good for me but ended up being a great day! With a few more of these dress forms to make, today is looking great too (despite the weather)! I hope you all have a wonderful day and weekend!!

23 comments:

Victoria said...

Everything in your little space is gorgeous! I love that white wall pocket. You did an amazing job on the dress forms! Maybe you're just ready for some sunshine:)

I got your message and saw the link to the Venice shop...oh my goodness, I can't believe I've never been to that shop!!! The worst part is we lived in Port Charlotte for 6 months last year so I had tons of opportunity to explore! Ugghhh, I missed out!

Sandi said...

My goodness Sandi! You have been busy and I love it all!!!!! I bought a handful of hangers at an estate sale yesterday and intend to do the Paris rubber stamping too. Glad you are feeling better!!!!
Hugs~

Passionate for White said...

Oooh... please, please, please put the newly decoupaged dress forms in the shop! I plan to come by this weekend and would love the opportunity to see them in person and perhaps take one home with me. LOVE THEM and ALL your other wonderful goodies.

Debra@CommonGround said...

A day in your beautiful space would lift everyone's mood. It's absolutely wonderful! You have some great things, I'd love to come shop it, I'd be there all day!!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Debra

The Smith Hotel said...

So pretty! Love it all! Wish I lived closer to check out your booth in person!

thanks for sharing,
Jody

Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia said...

Everything is so pretty! The pictures are stunning! I hope your day is better today!
Thanking of you :)

Anne Lorys said...

Your space looks sooooo beautiful! I love, love, love those white suitcases.

I always feel better when I play and foof in my space, too. :-)

Have a wonderful weekend!
Anne

Patti @ Pandoras Box said...

Hey...I have almost the same table as you...we always called it a "humidor" and it is made with willow wood and lined in copper. Is Cushman the furniture company name?

Is this shop of your in Canton?

stop over to enter a giveaway!

Ticking and Toile said...

Oh my goodness...your space looks amazing!!! wish I could come shop! every little detail looks so beautiful ~ love the suitcases & well all of it! ;)

Shellagh

Unknown said...

I love all your pretties! I could spend so much time just looking and admiring everything. It would be so fun! Glad fluffing lifted your spirits. Have a great weekend!

Nancy

The Tin Rabbit said...

Your space is wonderful...it would certainly lift my spirits! Love the white suitcases and the dress forms.

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

Everything is gorgeous! I've been having many blue days all in a row lately. Don't know exactly why -- just many things happening and not feeling quite right. I enjoyed this tour of your lovely little booth. Fluffing and feathering there would certainly lift anyone's mood. Hope you are having a great weekend. Blessings, Tammy

Olivia said...

OH my goodness! I love your shop! Is at store or online! Thank you for stopping by my blog the comments mean alot!

Hugs,
Olivia

Anonymous said...

Your booth looks so very lovely! Makes me want to go so some spring cleaning and primping in my booth! The little dress forms are adorable too!

Cheryl said...

I finally made it over to the Wrentham Country Store and absolutely loved your darling little space filled with such pretty treasures! I admire your wonderful creativity! If ever you are in Holliston, please stop in at the "House at 755" to take a peek at my "Whimsical victorian Chic Cottage" treasures! Keep up the beautiful work!

Anonymous said...

I have had that feeling too and don't know why...probably a hormone thing. :) I love your little corner of the shop and if I was to walk in there, just know I would gravitate right too it. I miss my little shop and getting to fluff it so much. I have put my name on the list to be a part of another shop that just opened. My DH says I am a glutton for punishment but I just love it so. Happy Weekend. xo

shana said...

Everything is just beautiful!!! I definitely will be stopping by your etsy shop. Thank you for the nice comment on my blog.

Sweet Sage said...

wOw, Sandi .. wish i was closer so i could come by and shop! your space is sooooo inviting .. a beautiful display of vintage treasures and lovely creations .. . we have very similar tastes, and there's nothing like spending time 'at the mall' to beat the blues .. :) and, for what it's worth, your posts are always uplifting! sending sunshine and vintage love ~
kim

June said...

Oh Sandi what a gorgeous space you have! So many wonderful things. How I wish I could spend about an hour in there. If I did, you would have to come back and do some more fluffing.
I love, love, loved your white Wed. post!
hugs

Vintage Remixed said...

Thanks for the visit to my blog on WW. Sorry it took me so long to get back with you. I'm liking what I see on your blog Goodness...so many beautiful photos and what a gorgeous booth. I wouldn't know what to look at first if I were there in person. Love those pillows. They remind me of the french designs I create. Hope you are having a great weekend!

Miss Gracie's House said...

It is all so pretty! We do a lot of the same things...only I haven't for awhile...you're inspiring me to get back at it...it's those same blah feelings you're talking about...oh this time of life:)
That's cool about the A&F thing...we really are from the same decade:)
THANK YOU for all of your sweet encouragement you have been leaving for me...I am blessed!
Rene'

Noelle Garrett Designs said...

Just beautiful! All of it!!!

Warm regards,
Carrie

Miami Culinary Tours said...

These are all amazingly adorable! I wish I would have the talent to put it together - I spent 20 minutes looking at the pics. AMAZING!!!

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