Flea Market fun...

Had a great time at the Nashville Flea market with Suzanne.
She found this great "S" for her growing collection of
initials.



We think they were old building illuminated signage. Too bad
for me....no "K"!

Awesome vintage spools...a little worn, but nice.

This vintage form is sporting a great feathered hat.

We saw many vintage Christmas ornaments......so beautiful. I

actually purchase several to add to my collection. It will be

that time before we know it!!

Reunion...

The Hixson High School class of 1980 enjoyed a wonderful
evening together to celebrate 30 years. I must be getting
old! I love this group of gals, Cindy, Susan and Janet.
We were on the flag corps together.

Leslie and I were college roomies during our freshman year.
We even showed up wearing the same pair of shoes.

A few more friends. I went to church with Landon for many years.

I stayed with my friend Susan, we have stayed in touch all of

these years. So many of us have scattered all over the United

States and it was nice to reconnect.

A few of us gathered for lunch the next morning. It was
great to see everyone!

Loving Fall....

I am really loving these boots from here and was inspired
by Jeanne. She had a similar pair that she wore to
Silver Bella last year, so I made sure to find them
this year before they all sold out. Even my 14 yr old
noticed that they were new, but said they looked old.
I told him YES!



Window sunbathing is soooo very nice in the fall.
Just ask Juju.


Even better is Fall Break from college, because you get to
see your daughter for a few days!! Macy was relieved to
know that Juju still remembers her.

Fall is for lounging on your big sister's dirty clothes bag.

But best of all is the fall napping!!

Fall decorating...

This happy fellow is a creation from Jason Parker Counce.
I am trying to add more neutral Halloween decorations
this year.


Jason uses wonderful vintage accents in most of his
creations. I love the little cream flowers.


My tree of life with a small Halloween decoration.


Even Bethany Lowe has a few neutral goodies this year.


This cutie looks great with sugared glitter.


Juju wishes everyone, a Happy Fall Ya'll!

Pretty in Pink...

I am ever on the hunt for pretty containers for my
supply of vintage buttons and bling. This pretty
jewlery box was found at the Nashville flea market,
earlier this year.


I chose to house watch findings in this smaller box.


A closer look at the detail on this pocket watch. I may
use this one for a christmas ornament.


This must be the big sister to the small round box.
It is really pretty with the dear on top and the key
works, just in case I need to lock up my treasures.


I so love to find the old rhinestone buttons and seem to
never have enough.


A closer look at all of the pretties. Hope
everyone is enjoying the wonderful fall weather.

Petite Inspiration Black and White edition....

JoAnne made this pretty fabric covered box, layered with tulle and a lovely flower.


This "witchy" tag is a wonderful piece of art!


Such a lot of lovely black and white items can make
it into a small box.


I so love the frozen Charlotte and the old spool wrapped
with lace. Notice the black cat bead!


JoAnne even managed to squeeze in a couple of old
photos and stamped muslin.


Myrna altered this box with vintage music paper,a small crocheted doily and flower...so pretty.



Once again, so many pretties all in one box!


I love the tiny photo of the baby and my mini stamped
clothes pin. Another weakness, bling and a double strand.


A girl can never have too many pendants or vintage buttons!


Here's my version of the black and white box. Seems
that Myrna and I had a similar decorating idea. I sugared
my vintage music paper and then made 2 lace flowers, with
a pretty black rhinestone button.


I really had fun gathering the items for the boxes. Velvet
black and white leaves, flowers, and even a small jar of
black glass glitter. Thanks to Heather for hosting this fun swap.Thanks also to my wonderful and creative partners, JoAnne and Myrna!


We were able to make it for Parent's weekend to see our
sweet Macy....she is very happy at college and we had
a great weekend visit!!

....the Haunted Windows...

We now return to Phillips General Store open house. Spooky
indeed.....but a lovely type of spooky.


Even spiders look grand with old paper for a back drop.


Black and white decorated books make a wonderful
Halloween decoration.


The "witch" is in and with this beautiful old paper
hat, she will be very popular with us creative types!


Check out the detail on her shoes....I want a pair!


Back inside, here is a cute Halloween teddy from Bethany
Lowe. The store owner, Billy, said that Bethany used
to come to his store to purchase vintage items for
inspiration. She has attended this Halloween open
house several times before.


Cute vintage inspired blocks from Bethany Lowe.


Of course, we must have Halloween candy.
Just a couple of bites. Happy decorating!