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”He leaned in close, his scent mesmerizing her senses. His lips pressed against her ear, he whispered in the dark… “Did you vote?” Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
I created the look of aged tin…what do you think? Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
There are always rooms and spaces at The Painted Nest which need some sprucing up. Our beloved cottage is in a constant state of “creation”. And I love it, I certainly do For me, color is my companion. So imagine my beloved’s shock, when this color palette was placed before him! Admittedly, this would be a new path for me. The Muse has creamy antique white accents throughout her cottage…but there is not a room which totally embraces the hue. [...]
Once upon a time, (well, not so very long ago), a lovely hotel, cried out for help. They had an excellent staff…the cuisine was impeccable…their amenities were unsurpassed. All this was being offered to the public for a fantastic price. And yet, they obviously needed something for their bookings had begun to fade. It was quite clear, from this designer’s viewpoint, the rooms (while wonderfully maintained) were dated and not in a good way. The traditional qualities of the suites, the lobby and [...]
~Painting My Own Kitchen Cabinets~
(camera date is not set~my apologies) After much thought, I have decided this Muse cannot live in a white kitchen(I appreciate them, and the beauty they posses)but, they simply are not Musey enough for me …so I have made my own paint mix…and now the beauty of creation begins! Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Here is what is happening at WHITE IRIS DESIGN’S BLOG “Let’s see your Christmas tree in all it’s holiday splendor! Get you tree up & decorated to the 9′s, I’m having a ‘Friendly” Christmas tree decorating competition. No matter the size, style, color, theme, etc…all trees eligible for entry. Just follow the simple rules listed below! (* see her blog page) It will be sort of a walk of Christmas trees from blog to blog….Readers, please leave comments on the [...]
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I dream…yes, I dream of sounds; fish splashing, birds chirping, darting to and fro…I dream of the lake…the sound of our boat churning…the grandchildren’s laughter as they swim…All those lovely sounds. Then, I dream of scents. The lush aromas of lovely gardens that have my mark…of raw wood that has aged for decades Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
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Resolute Revolt On A Blue Monday
RESOLUTE REVOLT(an offering for Blue Monday) The Muse Has Spun…Her Web Of Rhymes…Since The Dawns…Have First Been Spied…Now She Declares…You Readers There…To Ponder This…And Give Her Bliss…To What Revolution…Will You Aspire…In Resolution…Think In The Dark…Think In The Deep…Think You Lovely Readers…Even Whilst You Sleep…Muse 2008 When shopping…The Muse is highly tactile…First comes the visual query…Pondering the style…But the deal is never quite sealed…Until she touches, caresses and FEELS! (much to the bane of her understanding escort/cohort…(love you honey))!On one such [...]
Tablescape Tuesday and Trash To Treasure
TRASH TO TREASURE Alert: **MUSE NEEDS CANDLE HOLDERS** (Life on the farm comes to a grinding halt~ All the Muse’s clients are put on standby…) (INSERT MISSION IMPOSSIBLE THEME HERE) The Muse goes Trashing…ok, that doesn’t sound very ladylike, LOL…rephrase that…She goes JUNKING, hmmm, no… She goes ANTIQUING! She finds these delightful bowls….The exact shade of French blue that delights her so very much! FIVE CENTS EACH ! (you are so right, she is doing that Muse happy dance…) Now [...]
~Metamorphosis Monday ~ Tweet Sweet~
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~Outdoor & Wordless Wednesday~
Living in rugged terrain… has its ups and downs…! There are problems with deliveries, difficulties with the earth yet there are wonderful natural resources, such as stone~rock~and boulders. Do you wonder why in the world anyone would go through all this? Let me help you with that inquiry… THE VIEW ! *(Outdoor Wednesday~Hostess Ms Susan)* **************************************************** *(Wordless Wednesday~Hostess Ms Dixie)* THEME: Mother Speaking Volumes…Without Saying A Word Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
Tablescape And Trash To Treasure All In One
Acres of hidden treasure… In boxes and bins… All holding hidden beauty… All latent~silent gems… Under piles amassed… A hoarder’s stash… Of would be~could be… And should have beens. The Muse gathered her coinage… And smartly thus… Bought a wondrous bounty… As to make pirates lust…. A silver teapot battered about… A bird whose wing was weak… Not secure or truly stout… Paper roses wrinkled and worn… Their edges thread tattered and torn… Potpourri whose scent had gone… Yes, the [...]
I am not really sure that you can put a specific design name to The Painted Nest. Our cottage doesn’t fall into one style category, for it reflects not only our farm life…but our outside interests. (click pics to enlarge~if you dare!) Items we have gathered on our travels here and abroad…fill our home…as well as wondrous treasures passed from generation to generation. And there are handmade treasures that tell secret stories. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
“Tablescape Tuesday” ~ Picture
White dishware can offer so many options… Each holiday or event can be celebrated with basic pieces of white china or stoneware. For this Christmas table, the colors of silver and blue are combined with white to create this modern setting…the objective…to create an effect that would play off the branches (seen in the vases)… Add some wispy white feathers, blue and white snowflake tablecloth, miniature tea lights,(sprinkled with gold glitter) and a few silver ornaments…voila, the table becomes an [...]
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~Wordless Wednesday & Outdoor Wednesday
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After five years of dating, my youngest son has asked for the hand of his love! What a wonderful dinner party we had. As a celebration, he cooked for everyone (for those of you who know this Muse, he get’s that from his dad!) Did you like this? Share it:Tweet

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