Crush Party

Pile . It . On .

2012-02-12T14:48:00.002-05:00

~ Miguel Adrover Fall 2012 ~

Be Still My Heart . . .

2012-02-11T13:29:00.001-05:00

Dear HandyHusband,

How do I love thee,

Let me count my bookcases!

I haven't shown y'all the bookcase HH "built for ME" in the family room,

I haven't finished my ~~little~~ intense paint job on it yet...

What was I thinking?!

He just asked for his next project assignment and this email

came from Cote de Texas... Upstairs hallway??

INSANE CRUSH!

...the little pull-out shelves...

...the sconces...

THE QUANTITY!

LOVE!

Wonder if he can incorporate these from the shop?

They're from a French Hotel and I think I need 'em...

I think I need a few more jobs too...

Smack Dab In The Middle . . .

2012-02-10T18:16:00.000-05:00

Ok, so a lot of guys are caught between a rock and a hard place on Valentine's Day. Damned if you don't - Damned if you don't do enough. They don't want to make a big deal out of it, cuz "it's not like a birthday, but if I give her just flowers, she'll think that's too easy." And then heaven forbid they have to create a presentation.

Here's an idea for you Cowboys in Texas!

Right smack dab in the middle of Austin & Houston @

~ Beadboard Upcountry ~ in Brenham

A beautiful red orchid by Herve Gambs, a French Floral designer, in an elegant Chanel-like presentation box named the COFFERET PRESTIGE with a petite spray of the Bois de Cashmere fragrance to spray on the
orchid as a room fragrance...or yourself.

I hear they have a few left and my girls @ BU suggest

disguising an engagement ring!

You Charlotte folks just need to head over to

~ Cottage Chic ~ on East Blvd., as they've got a wonderfully

well-edited collection of gifts for gals!

My Wish List GROWS and GROWS . . .

2012-02-09T16:09:00.001-05:00

This Pine Long Case Clock from Rooney Robison Antiques would

surly look beautiful in my front hall!

Maybe then I could get something done on time.

That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!

Keeping Me Straight . . .

2012-02-06T15:25:00.001-05:00

Where would I be without my blogging buddies?

In the funny farm apparently.

My bestie @ Beadboard Upcountry (to only mention one)

just called me out on the dented "Wiley Coyote" pillow in a previous post.

Seems my pillow denting habit got more attention than my little chair.

Others were more subtle...

"hmmm, love your chair, but what kind of amimal is on your pillow?"

Some were kinder and said they didn't want to wait

for window treatments or pillows to see more of the room.

They are aware of how slow I am or were hoping that the next

picture would reveal the mystery pillow more clearly.

So...here's a peek at the corner.

...a little bit of this and a little bit of that...

...now back to the dog pillow...

They are a little wierd looking, aren't they?

I love needlepoint pillows, so I guess I paid more attention

to them matching my palate than I did the dogs and y'all, they were on sale!

Yes, THEY, I have two of these weird looking dogs so there's no turning back.

ALL SALES FINAL blowout sale @ Rooney's...Impulse?

Buy now, ask later? What are they? Collies?

I made this one myself, he lives on couch for now,

but he's desperately lonely. I need to make about 4 more pillows.

But there are people ahead of me on that list!

I really need to sit down for an entire day to make just pillows!

Mom gave me this one for Christmas.

I think she may have heard HH complaining about the naked couch...

This one's for my Beadboard Upcountry Texas gal!

I have a thing for Needlepoint AND Cows.

...Here's my other two favorite cows in the house...

Now, I won't even get started on my antler ~~problem~~ collection.

...Another post of another day...

Thanks for keeping me straight y'all!

Who's Your Valentine ?

2012-02-06T01:42:00.000-05:00

This little flask is awesome! I could give me handyhusband that
and I know right where ~~I would~~ he would put it!

I kinda want that doggie doorstop too!

We've got some great gifts for the guys @ Rooney Robison Antiques!

{visit Rooney's website for prices}

Guys are so hard to shop for.

They don't want you to spend money on them...

especially if you're spending HIS money, ha!

But they don't want to be ignored either.

Any great ideas you could share in the comment box

would be greatly appreciated!

all collages created for RRA with her merchandise and photos from Oh, Pioneer!

Slower Than Molasses . . .

2012-02-04T23:23:00.002-05:00

Yeah, I know, I'm slower than molasses on my interiors projects,

but when you're a do-it-your-selfer like me, it takes forever.

I did farm out this little corner chair to be reupholstered

and it just recently came home... I just love him.

Isn't he cute?

I'll show you the finished deal when I find the time to make

window treatments and pillows, but just had to show you

my little tufted chair from Rooney Robison Antiques.

Don't forget to stay in touch by following on

FACEBOOK & TWITTER

She's So Cute !

2012-02-04T17:23:00.000-05:00

{Email subscribers may not be able to view the video, so visit the blog!}

There are so many fashion blogger out there

posting what they wear every day.

I have a new favorite!

~ Wendy's Lookbook ~

...I love her format...

...I think she's a doll...

...I like her style...

AND THESE VIDEOS ARE PRECIOUS!

{another video y'all}

...There's more on her site and YouTube...

So Cute!

Ok, had to come back and add one more!

{one last video}

Cute !

2012-02-01T18:16:00.000-05:00

~ Azores Sandal ~

from ~ Need Supply Co. ~

Don't Blink !

2012-02-01T12:35:00.000-05:00

I do not know a single fiber artist,

or any girly girl for that matter,

that could turn and walk away without touching these

AMAZING CROCHETED PIECES

from ~ BHLDN ~

I could not even blink!

~ Carolingian Bracelet ~

~ Sea Glass Cuff ~

this one's my favorite!

~ Queen Anne's Lace Cuff ~

~ Twofold Bracelet ~

~ Pearly Chapeau Pin ~

~ Danseuse Earrings ~
Ok these are not crocheted, but the singed ribbon is beautiful.

~ Monarchial Cuff ~

~ Trussed Twinkles Earrings ~

~ Possessed Prize Ring ~

Exactly . . .

2012-01-31T11:02:00.001-05:00

{email subscribers may not be able to view this video, visit the website}

Southern Hospitality With Billy Reid
from Jake Davis on Vimeo.

Dear Katherine Heigl ,

2012-01-28T12:40:00.000-05:00

~ Images for collage ~

We seem to have the same addiction.

We also have the same look on our faces when we see the bill at check-out,

but my guess is you can afford it. Do you think you could get me a little

acting job on the side so we can be besties and knit together?

I'll teach you all my tricks! Whatda say?

Please reply ASAP!

note to self: call Katherine for a stitch 'n bitch next time I'm in LA

Chic Coles Solves The Mystery !

2012-01-28T11:16:00.000-05:00

Now, isn't this the best little blog post of the day!

THANK YOU ~ CHIC COLES ~ for doing my homework!

After all of the blogging accounts that I ~~confessed~~ manage,

never once did I figure out that if I want to comment as one of them,

that all I had to do is click the Name/URL bubble and be THEM!

I'm a happy blogger girl,

But just made my job a wee bit busier with no excuses now.

Dear Santa, about that 48 hour day I keep asking for...

Blaaa Blaaa Blaaag Sheep !

2012-01-27T00:56:00.003-05:00

Recently, in an early January confession post, I apologized for
my little addiction and my lack of memory.
Well, it's worse than I admitted...

I've added yet one more blog to the roster.

This one's dedicated to knitting visual inspiration.

It's a tumblr log of all the wonderful images that fill up my computer.

Again, I'm making space and saving it elsewhere to share with you guys.

Have a visit and bookmark it for when you can't sleep!

~ Counting Stone Sheep ~

Of course I'm still making stuff HERE.

Stitch Poet Patterns live HERE.

My Crush Party, psst, you're already HERE.

The After Party, Crush Cul de Sac, is HERE.

I still blog for Rooney Robison Antiques HERE,

and have added an Interiors tumblr for her HERE.
I still have my other blogging clients that I'm not allowed to mix up

Sometimes I can't keep it all straight and you'll find a

hand-knit cabled cowl blogged in with a French antique farm table.

OOPS! Sorry : )

I Need a Money Tree !

2012-01-25T00:14:00.000-05:00

I have a little antler thing going on, so while trying to educate

myself on pricing, I stumbled onto Aspen Mountain Vintage on Etsy.
She also has an amazing online marketplace @ VandM called Alpen Antiks.

This Chamois Trophy is dated 1908.

Very handsome, and I love the pine cone carving.

...out of my price range @ $490...

The Collectible Monarch Popcorn Tin is dated 1919

and measures only 3.25" x 3"...adorable!

...out of my price range/inch @ $100...

AND THIS!

A Rare Folk Art French Country House BEE HIVE!

...not even in the discussion range @ $6,750...

BUT IT IS AMAZING!'

YES, I NEED A MONEY TREE!

Does anyone know of an online bee hive pattern

for a handyhusband and a knitting blogger who can swing a paint brush??

Crushing On Charles Spada & Veranda !

2012-01-24T21:56:00.001-05:00

GET THE LOOK: Gold Frames $160 each, 4 Graphite on Silk Portraits, c1890, $185 each

White Ironstone Tureen $250, Blue & White Anemon Tureen $350

At Rooney Robison Antiques,

we are over the moon inspired by Boston Designer, Charles Spada!

This month's Veranda Magazine was full of beautiful photographs

of his renovation in Normandy,

Manoir de Berthouville, a hunting lodge built in 1652.

GET THE LOOK: Ridgeway Morley Ware & Co., Eglintoun, c 1836-42

Dinner Plates (10) $115 each, Small Platter (2) $88 each, Bone Dish (2) $75 each

Let us help you GET THE LOOK!

These are commemorative plates of the "Eglinton Tournament" in 1839.

The Clan Montgomery is one of the oldest Scottish Clans

with its progenitors from Normandy, France.

Visit Rooney Robison Antiques in Charlotte and be INSPIRED!

Also, click over to our STYLE FILE on TUMBLR

where we continue to collect images that keep us inspired.

Like RRA on FACEBOOK and follow us on TWITTER!

I Love It When This Happens !

2012-01-24T21:38:00.000-05:00

I love catching Rooney's merch in a Foxglove Blog Post!

I adore these dining chairs!

Pull up a chair!

I think I could find room for all of these as well!

~ Rooney Robison Antiques ~

There's a baby I love . . .

2012-01-20T14:17:00.001-05:00

{there's a music video here ~ if you can't see it, you're probably an email subscriber ~ CLICK to the blog}

I could not resist borrowing this song from my friend John Dungan

who is also a brand new daddy and I can't wait to meet his little boy too!

Already so in LOVE with a new baby in town.

Overwhelmed with love and joy for my young friends.
Waiting at the hospital never felt so good!

Zsa Zsa, Does She Know Me ?

2012-01-18T22:33:00.000-05:00

~ image ~

Well, I'd say so!

Zsa Zsa Bellagio just emailed this image to me!

Yep, tied to my knitting bag!

Thanks Zsa Zsa!

Completely Smitten . . .

2012-01-18T18:53:00.001-05:00

Aren't you?

~ Caroline Quartermaine Fabric Collection ~

i spied on zsazsabellagio blogspot

A Spicy New Neighbor !

2012-01-18T12:38:00.001-05:00

Y'all know I work @ Rooney Robison Antiques in Southend, right?

I'm the blogger girl there, and couldn't resist reposting this!

Please help us welcome our new Southend merchant to the neighborhood!

The Savory Spice Shop has moved into our old stomping ground, Atherton Mill, and will be hosting their GRAND OPENING this Saturday, January 21.

There will be cooking demonstrations, savory tastings, grab bags

and gift box drawings!

Assorted Silver flatware, Silver Plated Serving Spoon $110

8pc Lazy Susan $225

During the holiday season,

we were smitten with the assortment of spices!

Whether our customers were buying sugar sifters,

salt shakers or serving dishes,

we suggested a trip to The Savory Spice Shop to embellish their gift.

Set of 8 Sterling Individual Salt & Pepper Shakers $275

We still think it's a great idea!

With Valentine's Day right around the corner,

think PINK and "gimme some sugar."

We'll help you select the perfect gift and no doubt

send you down the street to SPICE IT UP!

French Sardine Plate $275, Assorted Bistro Staffordshire (Priced Individually)

Set of 6 Silver Oyster Forks $250, Assorted Oyster Plates $65-$235

We can't say enough about their excellent customer service

and would like to thank them for being so helpful with

our customers that we sent on a spice hunt!

Imari Coffee/Tea Service, c1870-80, $650

Georgian Tea Caddy $460, Rosewood Tea Caddy $450

Visit The Savory Spice Shop for a wonderful selection of gift box sets!

...The Savory Spice Shop...

YOU'VE BEEN CRUSHED BY YOUR NEW 'HOOD!

I Should Make This !

2012-01-11T23:26:00.000-05:00

Rachel Rutt CRUSH

Oyster Mag

I would wear this

ALL.THE.TIME!

um....Noro, Silk Garden Lite??

It's Raining A River Today . . .

2012-01-11T11:38:00.001-05:00

{there's a video here, if you don't see it, you must be

an email subscriber...visit the blog!}

Somebody Stop Me !

2012-01-10T10:45:00.003-05:00

Seriously, Somebody stop me, cuz I LOVE THESE

Free People Mermaid Britches

and I'm about to

BUY 'EM

NOW!

whatdaya think?

have I lost my mind?

ps...yes, damn! saved by the price tag!

seriously disappointed

>:[

Now Why Didn't I Think Of That . . .

2012-01-10T09:54:00.001-05:00

I just saw this on {Poetic Home}

...Isn't it so clever...

Personally, I'd chose a simpler mantle,

but this is a fun recycling project for all you

young twenties out there fixin' up your first little castles!

I adore the chandelier twins too!!

2 Things I Know . . .

2012-01-09T10:39:00.004-05:00

~ LoneArrangerFacebook ~

~ thatswhatthatmeans ~

Oh !

2012-01-07T13:52:00.003-05:00

image ~ moodboard ~

Just go put something on backwards!

Read It Loudly . . .

2012-01-07T12:01:00.000-05:00

image ~ JulieSimmonsPinterest ~

Peacock Crush . . .

2012-01-05T10:47:00.002-05:00

~ Matthew Williamson via Vogue ~

I've got a stash of Peacock Feathers

and, by George, I'm gonna use

them in 2012!

Any suggestions??

True Confessions . . .

2012-01-04T11:11:00.002-05:00

image ~ kissthegroom ~

...I have a confession...

It won't be news to those of you who actually know me,

or those of you who actually live with ~~all my junk~~ me,

or to anyone who's ever sat somewhere waiting

on me and I forgot to come.

I am a wee bit addicted to:

1) MAKING STUFF.

2) Looking online for things that inspire my No.1 addiction.

3) I can't remember where I put my car keys much less if I've already blogged a pretty in one of my many inspiration-stashing internet locations.

For No.3, I am so sorry if I blog stuff again and you think, "yeah, yeah you've already gushed over this, Champagne, NEXT." I've just gotta hope that you missed it in its first location. I've either stashed it in my early blogging stages at Champagne Maker (where I now ONLY put stuff I make... not to be confused with Stitch Poet, which is only my knitting patterns), thrown it in the Crush Cul de Sac like a big bouletin board for safe keeping, pinned it on a Pinterest board (which is likely to be a color inspiration, shopping link, DIY technique or most likely a recipe), or used it at work on Rooney Robison Antiques or our Style File on tumblr.

So see, how's a girl 'sposta remember all that? I'm sorry, really I am. I saw this ruffled dream this morning on ZsaZsa Bellagio, who collects pictures on her site as I do in Crush Cul de Sac. She's a love with links back and this post linked back to me and I swear y'all, I don't remember ever seeing it before. But, there it was parked in the Cul de Sac with source link and all. I thought, "Well, blow me down! : / Must have been a 3am blogging moment."

So, sorry guys, here it is AGAIN, still beautiful...

along with my addiction typed right out loud

and I don't even want 12 steps for it!

A Place To Call Her Own . . .

2012-01-03T10:28:00.001-05:00

~ image cvt123 ~

Sure would love a good girls' night out.

And somebody please remind handyhusband and me to make

one of these if we ever have little people back in our house!

No pressure PrettyStuff & BeatDropping!

And no hurry, haha!

Busy As A Bee !

2011-12-31T11:05:00.001-05:00

~ Crumpled Envelope ~

Happy New Year Y'all.

I plan to BEE very busy in 2012.

I'll do my best to keep you up on all the BUZZ.

i kinda wanna make this too!

Puppy Love . . .

2011-12-30T01:12:00.001-05:00

...Christmas for Jason & Libby...

I forgot to take so many pictures this year.

Why do I do that?!

Inspiration Found . . .

2011-12-23T10:14:00.000-05:00

...Elsa Mora...The Dress...

I am nearly speachless.

I have spent my morning coffee in a new Blog Find.

I am over the moon inspired by Elsita's work and

this dress is now my screensaver to inspire me DAILY!

I am SMITTEN!

Her story is beautiful too...go browse through her site.

Elsita is now on my list of "Bloggers I'd like to have lunch with."

Merry Merry to Ewe . . .

2011-12-20T22:32:00.001-05:00

(email subscribers may not be able to veiw this video)

please visit the blog and watch!

the grey ruffle scarf is so cute!
via Brooks Brothers

and you've gotta watch this one too!

All Day To Bake . . .

2011-12-20T08:55:00.000-05:00

I wish I had baking on my to-do list.

It's not my best category.

But if I had all day to bake,

I'd make these itty bitty cakes and I'd

make felted ornaments to go on each one

when I wrapped them in fun holiday boxes for my people.

Maybe if I start in January, by next year I can pull this off.

I've saved this recipe from Tartelette in my Pinterest

Just in case you find yourself

with some extra time!

A Little Vintage Christmas !

2011-12-19T12:09:00.000-05:00

(the video may not show up in email subscriptions, you'll need to visit the blog to view it!)

I'm not sure which I like more,

the hairdo's or this song...

Ok, it's all GREAT!

Thanks LaurieR

DANG !

2011-12-19T11:58:00.001-05:00

Great Basket!

Wish I had put this on my Christmas Wish List!

I guess that's what this blog is for.

~~ONE~~ Two more things I wish I had, but don't REALLY need.

~ Ballard Design ~

Precious Little Cowlhat . . .

2011-12-19T10:58:00.000-05:00

Look at those little eyelashes.

Isn't she precious?

Oh yeah, I just saw this adorable crocheted

"Cowlhat" on Annekata, one of my new favorite blog visits.

Go check it out! I could spend hours in this blog!

Every Girl's Dream . . .

2011-12-17T12:08:00.001-05:00

Most girls just want to wear Chanel.

I want to make it!

This show took my breath away...

image: PleaseMagazine by Olivia da Costa click through for more!

...there's no way to wear Chanel and not feel like a Princess...

...Every tiny detail...

...Every girl's dream...

Images via Chanel unless noted

and seen first on HonestlyWTF,

my favorite daily email!

See This Little Guy . . .

2011-12-16T10:17:00.001-05:00

So glad this semester is over and Hobbs comes home today.

He's 20 now, and although he did participate in "No Shave November"

to raise money for MANA, this is still the best mustache he's ever made!

Wasn't he adorable?

Caught in the act...gathering up all of PrettyStuff's

Barbies stripping them as fast as she could

scream and put their clothes back on.

Of course the noise is different now.

They still pick on each other, but they are the best team.

So, what's my favorite thing about the holidays??

THIS! At HOME!

(couldn't resist the label "Look What I Made," my best work ever, don'tcha think?)

No Words . . . At All . . .

2011-12-12T10:33:00.002-05:00

Just saw this Hermes Birkin Muff from Fall 2007

The Terrier & Lobster and OH, OH, OH...

wish it was HO, HO, HO in my Christmas stocking!

Pretty Stuff for PrettyStuff . . .

2011-12-09T09:57:00.001-05:00

My sweet daughter has finally come around.

It took 23 years, but twice in the month of December 2011,

she has asked me for a handknit!

She started small with a winter white cowl to match her sweet new little car, but um... she is not one for baby steps! She went from "I don't really like handknits." (kill me now, just who's daughter is she anyway?) to chunky oversized $1710 Christian Dior "Mom can you make this?" All in a matter of 3 weeks...and I could not be more thrilled to make this for her!!!!!

Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande? Cascade Magnum might be too heavy?

Rowan Cocoon? Double Strand something with Rowan Kid Silk Haze?

...time for swatching...

Pssst: Next I'll get her to wear a color!

(#willneverhappen)

Purse Danger . . .

2011-12-07T18:43:00.001-05:00

If PIZITZ Home & Cottage was located in Charlotte,

My purse would surely not get out alive!

Thank goodness they are far away in Seaside, but just in case you venture their way, I think it should be on your things to check out list...Lora?? I found all of these images on their Facebook page but I'm still looking for the "LOVE" button..."Like" just isn't enough!

I love these quilt throws!

I've been working on my blanket for the family room,

but I think my club chairs need two quilted throws.

AND THESE!

THE FIRST THING ON MY WISH LIST FOR 2012!

I will have one of these by year's end!

It's a sign, don't you think?

Dear Sherlock ,

2011-12-06T22:07:00.001-05:00

~ image ~

I am NUTS over this chair!

Does anyone know where this came from?

Thanks again Tumblr

>:[

...still hunting a source for the chair...
we know who took the picture now,
Anonymous, thank you so much for the link!

Dear Santas . . .

2011-12-05T23:19:00.001-05:00

OH MY!

I WANT ALL 5 SIZES!

It's going to take more than one Santa to get them all!

Just saw these on Design Chic and yes,

they are Chic Design on Vivre!

Love The Glove !

2011-12-05T12:26:00.001-05:00

~image~

I think these are Alexander McQueen!

Does ANYBODY know where I can find them?

not the purse, not the watch, THE GLOVE!

Ya know, tumblr is just killing my wish list today.

I know these are a fortune...do you think I can just make 'em?

If I could find the printed calf hide, the rest would be easy

thanks to my stash of leather from my brother-in-law!

Black & Grey & Me All Over !

2011-12-05T11:32:00.001-05:00

Love, Zooey just made a serious dent on my Christmas Wish List!

...I hope somebody's listening...

...No words, just black, grey and comfy...

This sweatshirt dress is KILLING ME!

I might not ever take it off.

Now, I don't have the fanny any more for this dress,

but the back...I love that!

...Love the silky touch under the grey sweatshirt look...

Can I wear sweats out and about if I look like this?

Love the little drawstring in the back of the cardi.

I.AM.SMITTEN.

I think I have a new favorite line!

...Love, Zooey...

LisaA, surely you just crushed a little too?!!

Holiday Sparkle . . .

2011-12-05T10:07:00.001-05:00

My tree is up, but I don't have lots of sparkly ornaments.

My kids made most of what dangles from our branches.

I love all of those ornaments so much, but would

love a box full these mercury glass teardrops

and these chandelier crystals to hang

in the mix!

{ The White Company ~ London }

(A little trip to the flea market and a little DIY time would

would give me the chandelier crystal ones! Off to PIN those to

my "I Should Make This" board for next year!)

One King's Purse !

2011-12-03T12:27:00.001-05:00

OH MY GOODNESS!

I Adore this vintage Purse Illustration in

~ Jane Stubbs One King's Lane shop ~

so...I can't have everything, where would I put it the

things I can't afford? ON THIS LITTLE BLOG!

Let's Go Parkin' . . .

2011-12-02T12:49:00.001-05:00

Have you parked in my TUMBLR, CRUSH CUL de SAC, lately??

Cuz that's about all I've got time for.

Who is going to do my Christmas shopping for Pete's sake??!!

Greenery Crush !

2011-12-02T09:47:00.001-05:00

Beautiful DIY right ~ HERE ~

(I had to click the translate button to read what Isabella had say,

but the pictures are nice little step-by-steps.)

Rowan Love !

2011-11-30T18:58:00.001-05:00

I've been knitting up a storm.

...Maybe it's the weather...

...Maybe it's all the yarn in my closet...

~ Rowan ~

L B D . . .

2011-11-30T18:06:00.001-05:00

Prettiest Little Black Dress

I've seen in awhile.

~ ZARA ~

Help Warm Some Hearts . . .

2011-11-26T17:15:00.001-05:00

I was recently asked to create a

Holiday Card to benefit Alexander Youth Network.

My inspiration came from all of the photos of

bundled Penguins in New Zealand after being cleaned of the oil spill.

"The mission of Alexander Youth Network is to provide quality, professional treatment to children; irreplaceable components of such therapy are love, affection, and compassion. Each year, Alexander serves over 5,700 children with, or at high risk of, serious emotional and behavioral problems often induced by neglect or abuse. A majority of the “kids of Alexander” come from low-income homes, some are separated from their natural families, and many live in the care of therapeutic foster parents."

To learn more about Alexander Youth Network, go HERE.

Read more about how you can help and contribute to make a difference.

You can Purchase Holiday Cards or even Donate to the Angel Network.

I Am Thankful . . .

2011-11-24T10:24:00.001-05:00

First for my Family,

Second for my Friends,

and

Third that I can still see to knit!

Rowan Kidsilk Haze

Quite possibly my most favorite yarn E.V.E.R!

I NEED THIS COLOR!

and

...this one...

...and this one...

...and this one too...

And George . . .

2011-11-23T22:21:00.001-05:00

beautiful framed Intaglios @ and GEORGE (photo: Christy Ford)

...It started earlier today with the little Staffordshire Dog Ornament...

and GEORGE looks like a place to get lost in Charlottesville, VA

I could probably find something for everyone here!

... shop and GEORGE @ TAIGAN ...

and if you haven't already figured it out,

George is the adorable bulldog!

Rooney's Got A Nest Full !

2011-11-23T13:30:00.001-05:00

Come see us at Rooney Robison Antiques!

Even the tiniest of gifts can leave the biggest impression!

I love these thimbles!

Would make the perfect gift for a crafting friend.

Hmmm, am I on my list?

A Tree Full !

2011-11-22T14:14:00.001-05:00

I'll take a tree full of these please!

From And George in Charlottesville, VA

via Garden & Gun ~ Taigan ~

Don't Forget Your Bookbag !

2011-11-22T08:55:00.001-05:00

A little DIY! from Country Living!

Happy Feet !

2011-11-22T08:17:00.001-05:00

Jessica Swift Rainboots!
I'm a little late to this PARTY,
but this girl's STUFF is adorable!

Don't forget to check out her ETSY shop!

And LIKE her on Facebook for a discount code!

Catching Up !

2011-11-21T13:19:00.001-05:00

Man, what a busy week I had!

Topped off with a wedding in Michigan!

Cheers to Whit & Dana Trebella!

Melissa's Champagne Cork Photo @ Reverie-Daydream

was the perfect image to share! don'tcha think?!

Take Lots of Pictures!

2011-11-11T16:55:00.001-05:00

image? where else....PrettyStuff!...love the romper...love the loafer!

PrettyStuff is in NYC visiting her life-long best friend!

If you see them on the ice in Rockefeller Center,

please offer to take their picture!

The tree is up and PrettyStuff can't wait to get her ice legs on!

(and PrettyStuff, please remember to buy my driving mocs!)

Pops of Color . . .

2011-11-11T09:30:00.000-05:00

All images collected in my tumblr, Beautiful Painting: Andre Kohn

images collected in my tumblr, irresistible sketch by marc johns

frog. keyhole, kors, fashion, gypsy

hydrangea, china , eyelet, Diane Johnson Painting, Pins

My PINTEREST made it easier to link these last two collages, but the first two...not so much... I hate that! Most of those pics are older saves and were hiding in my computer. If you know the source, please share it with me so I can credit! I don't use Pinterest much, I save most images that I don't use here first, in THE CUL de SAC on Tumblr, and pin lots of recipes...oink!

If I Had A Lot of Money . . .

2011-11-10T00:35:00.000-05:00

I would be really dangerous at the Mall!

Tug Of War . . .

2011-11-09T01:14:00.000-05:00

image ~ mango-watermelon love tumblr ~

Having PrettyStuff living at home is great for our closet inventory.

I'm just a little bit worried about the day she moves out.

image ~ the littlest blog ~

Mixology !

2011-11-08T22:45:00.002-05:00

Now this is how you mix things up!

I adore this outfit!

...the bootie...the skirt...the tee...

...the jewelry...the bag...the scarf...

...ALL OF IT...

I may have to head to Anthropologie tomorrow and

fetch that skirt!

I am sincerely, truly, madly in love, Jules!

Sincerely, Jules via Meredith Trusty's Pinterest

Let's Hang Out . . .

2011-11-08T22:17:00.000-05:00

Because the shop is all flocked for the season,

I've got the holidays on my mind.

It's not like me though.

I adore these Stocking hangers from Terrain!

I followed a link to see these,

which would look great on my kitchen counter,

but somehow I ended up in the holiday decorating section!

I fell in love with all of these sweet woodsy ornaments!

I'd hang out with these guys all year long!

Check out Terrain!

It's a very well-edited collection for your home, garden, him & her!

Unpacked & Crushed !

2011-11-07T16:57:00.000-05:00

Our container finally made it through customs

and everything is so pretty!

...Here's my wish list...

I need ~~all of this~~ some of this for my imaginary

PINK DINING ROOM!

(dear handyhusband, please get on board with this)

Tickled pink with my blue pair!!!

These hand-colored Kip Engravings are CRAZY beautiful!

The knife boxes aren't bad either huh?!

Isn't this the cutest chair?!

I think I need to knit a pillow to go with this little guy.

Ok, the little DR's Bag...NO WORDS! GIMME THAT!

I adore this drum!

Wish I could put it in BEATDROPPING's Room!

Would make a to-die-for bedside table!

He certainly has always carried on to his own drummer.

He whistles a lot too...sign of a happy soul!

(if you know him, you just smiled! cuz he does, right?)

See that little bamboo armoire?

It's part of a whole set!

Bed. Chest & Armoire

I think I need it!

I have to at least make the bedding!

...and these little skittles...crush...

Knock, Knock.

Who's there?

A CHEST FOR MY GUESTROOM!

Dang I want this!

I haven't measured yet, but I think my dining room

will see this hanging on the wall, but I better hurry before someone nabs it!

This is so sweet and petite.

I've got a spot in the study perfect for this bench!

This bench is b.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l.,

but thankfully, I don't have room for this one ;-)

Will definitely go home with an ironstone drainer.

Will make an adorable soap dish in the kitchen!

I think mom needs one too!

This farm table is beautiful!

...I could go home with this entire window...

The chairs lived with me for a little bit while I made the slipcovers.

Aren't they sweet?

I didn't want to give them up!

Last, but certainly not least, this bench...I ADORE!

Ok, that's my list. You go make yours.

I'll do lots of "Get The Look" pages on RRA with this shipment!

My RRA Tumblr is already stocked and ready! Add us in your Reader!

I anticipate some late night play online!

Let me know what you think of my wish list!

"LIKE" RRA on Facebook and follow our style file on Tumblr!

CrushParty & Crush Cul de Sac too while you're at it : )

Let's get this PARTY STARTED!

You're on the guest list!

Crack Me Up !

2011-11-07T16:56:00.000-05:00

...this is my favorite bargain of late...

I got 2 of these Crackle Glazed Ginger Jars for the bookcase in our bedroom. I thought they were cool, and heck, for $24 I could nest them in even if they weren't all wonderful when they arrived. The price scared me a little...I was afraid they'd look cheap.

First of all, the first batch arrived broken and chipped, but their customer service sent me two additional jars immediately and I did not have to return the broken ones! They are 15" tall, 9" wide and so heavy...VERY COOL! They'd make great lamps, but they look great on HandyHusband's bookcase! If I ever finish my pillows, I'll take pictures and show you the whole room. It's comfy cozy with all my favorite colors!

The Buzz on Baubles . . .

2011-11-07T14:48:00.000-05:00

I can't remember if I've shared my earring theory with you.

Here's my buzz about the baubles we hang in our ears:

...A girl really only needs 4 pair of earrings...

1. Some nice thin Elegant Hoops Earrings

(handy husband gave me these 20 years ago)

2. Tiny Huggie Hoops Earrings

(snitched these from PrettyStuff when she was 12 and refused to wear hoops)

3. Dress Diamond Hoops Earrings

(among other diamond accessories :b)

4. And Pearl Studs Always

(i bought these fun ones at Anthro the other day)

And as many drops as you can stash in your

jewelry box!

These are my newest favorite HOOP EARRINGS

to pair with my personal stash of drops!

I love the way they snap closed

and the setting is perfect.

Click through and visit Anjolee

if you find yourself needing some Diamond Earrings

and email me if you find yourself needing something

to dangle from them once they arrive!

(bead sculpture...a work in progress)

...Go dressy with diamonds...

...Sporty with Huggies or on a chain...

...Big Baubles or Small...

It's almost party season!

Get your sparkle on!

Thanks Anjolee, for all the custom Diamond Jewelry attention
to get my hoops just right!

No Color . . .

2011-11-02T10:57:00.001-04:00

...done perfectly Atlantic-Pacific!...

She's got THE LOOK!

...I think I have some Frog Tree Alpaca for this sweater...

...I love the visible zipper on this Zara skirt...

...you can gimme those sunnies, not crazy for the jacket,

and I can't walk in those skinny heels, but

isn't this such a great look!

Wait, Let Me Grab My Cardigan . . .

2011-10-31T21:45:00.000-04:00

How many times have you said that?

About umpteen-gazillion, right?

Here's my most beloved Cardigan that is circa 1977, I think.

...bless it's heart, look at the neck edge and the cuff...

Yes, this is sad, but yes, I still wear it.

I know, gross, right?

I keep meaning to cover the edges with leather or something.

I know I will one day just to keep from throwing it away.

Speaking of CARDIGAN, have you seen this?

Cardigan by Lynne Hiriak!

I might even wear the sparkly shorts!

Lynne says, "The cardigan is a subconscious essential in every woman's wardrobe. Its utility is limitless. It's the item you take on a plane, throw in a bag or keep on the back of your office chair. A CARDIGAN can change an outfit in an instant, dress you up or dress you down and, most of all, keep you warm. It can be worn as a sweater, jacket, suiting or outerwear. There's the everyday staple, the beat up favorite [see, everybody has one] and the one we wish we could replicate [same as before mentioned favorite] or buy instantaneously in every color. CARDIGANS are timeless and sentimental. We all have a bunch in our closets that have been there for years - holes and all - because we just can't seem to give them up.[mine is total living proof!] They're reliable, cozy and help us hang onto our best memories, and we can always justify the need for another."

Well now, Lynne, I couldn't have said it better myself!

Lynne Hiriak's line is more than CARDIGANS though,

I'm dying for this sweatshirt dress...

and I don't think I've ever met a polka dot I didn't love...

sparkle too!?

I ADORE THIS DRESS!

This my dear readers, is why I knit!

You can't have everything...where would you put it?

ON A LITTLE BLOG!

I guess I can't make everything either, so I need a little sale...

Help me out...When CARDIGAN reaches 3000 likes on

FACEBOOK they'll post a $25 Code for online orders!

Go on...click on over and LIKE 'em!

How old is your favorite sweater?

Someone Asked Me . . .

2011-10-29T21:25:00.000-04:00

"What does PrettyStuff eat for breakfast?"

...teehee, just kiddin'...

image

Reunion Time . . .

2011-10-28T16:56:00.001-04:00

PrettyStuff just left for her first Wofford Homecoming as an alum!

The stories of Homecoming were always so fun, but I can't

even imagine how much fun they are going to have

as alumni at their first official HOMEcoming!

So, as I reflected back to her graduation,

I realized I never shared the graduation gifts

we made for 12 VERY SPECIAL GIRLS!

We started with 13 (cuz PrettyStuff needed one too) bottles of wine

and stripped them of their labels.

I spent a month of Sundays painting each

little portrait while PrettyStuff

composed the "message in the bottle."

There was a little typo, but we didn't fix it

because it was so appropriate.

See if you can find it.

(you 12 girls can't play this game since you know)

We added an award sticker to for an honorary KD.

There was no way we were going to leave one

of the gang behind just because she went

astray and then found her way!

We then added 13 pair of faceted chalcedony earrings

because I need a little twinkle on everything.

They made quite a special gift!

...And so now it's their first Homecoming...

GO TERRIERS!

(and yes, I can help you with this!)

It's Chilly . . .

2011-10-28T16:22:00.000-04:00

...and I can't wait to pull out some woolie stuff...

Sonia Rykiel...always a crush!

Collect More Than Dust . . .

2011-10-26T16:19:00.002-04:00

photo found on Cote de Texas from Renovation Style

I think everyone should collect something...or a few somethings.

No matter how small, it adds conversation and

such a window into one's personality.

Not that this person is a drunk,

just fun!

PS...about that dust collection...

If you can't write "I Love You" on at least one

piece of furniture in your house, it's not a home...

that's my story and I'm sticking to it!

note to self: explain this to HandyHusband one more time!

Lots of Words . . .

2011-10-26T10:27:00.001-04:00

I know, a lot of words lately, but I love this one too.

I want to live this way!

and It needs to be hanging

in every lower school classroom on Parents' Night.

via Susan Gibbs Pinterest via el.em.bee,etc.

Sorry . . .

2011-10-25T22:23:00.002-04:00

I simply could not resist this!

image

In a Whirwind . . .

2011-10-24T12:35:00.002-04:00

I haven't done any freelance interior painting in a really long time.

It had gotten boring and killed my back up and down the ladders.

BUT LOOK AT THIS WORK BY JUSTIN RICHEL!!!

IS THIS FUN OR WHAT?!

Somebody hire me to paint your nursery like this!

You better hurry, cuz it would take 9 months for me to

pull something like this off!

This is one of his works on paper.

Being the antique lover that I am...you know I love this!

I've been itching to illustrate our furniture at the shop

and this makes me giddy to go to work tomorrow

and start taking some pictures to play with!

This ceramic sculpture makes me so happy I can't stop smiling!

I hope my sister-in-law, Jampwork, sees this!

Joyce, are you reading my blog?

Please visit Justin Richel's website and see more of his

amazingly creative work!

I am SPINNING over this work!

More Sums Me Up . . .

2011-10-24T12:01:00.001-04:00

image found here

This About Sums Me Up . . .

2011-10-23T22:54:00.000-04:00

image: BlondeLasagna

Gimme Some Skin . . .

2011-10-22T11:54:00.003-04:00

All I really need is a new wallet, but you know what happens when I go searching. I think I want a pretty vintage, slightly loved, skin clutch to use as a wallet. I carry about 3 bags with me when I leave the house and I need to be able to just grab my wallet to run in at any given errand destination. But, that's not the point... These Prada bags have me really wanting.

...I love the skin...

...I love the shapes...

...and I always love a little furry something, but the price...

...MY LORD...

I don't think I would ever buy a real Prada bag...and couldn't bring myself to buy a fake, so...no Prada for me. I'll keep searching for the perfect vintage clutch, cover the dhurrie rug handbag that ~~HandyHusband~~ TerminallyTidyHusband put in the attic and I completely forgot I owned (what was I thinking?) with some fur from the flea market. I tossed the little satin wristlet in the picture because even Prada pulls a knock-off every now and then. Kate Spade did this years ago and I've made plenty for PrettyStuff to tote to formals.

Images via Neiman Marcus just in case you want to afford the real thing:

Prada Python Frame Bag - $4,450 (who's really buying this bag?)

Prada Python Zip-around Wallet - $595 (there's a much less expensive Zara version)

Prada Pebbled Calfskin Hobo - $1395

Prada Faux Fur Tote - $995

Prada Ziptop Pleated Wristlet - $360

WAKE UP!

REALITY CHECK!

There's my clutch! There's the wallet!

I could have them both for less than $110

and put them both in this for a total of about $255!

All with free shipping to boot!

(don't get me started on the boots I want!)

I ADORE THIS TOTE!

Do you think TerminallyTidyHandyHusband

will understand all the money I've saved him?

Y'all have a great weekend!

And The Winner Is . . .

2011-10-19T13:46:00.000-04:00

No.89 was generated and on my list that means

YOU, ALLISON SADRI!

Message me on FACEBOOK your mailing address

and Leslie will send you your BEAUTIFUL BOOK!

Felting Friends . . .

2011-10-19T13:22:00.003-04:00

Page's gianormous felted bag got a little fixin' up!

More pics and what I did to save the "samsonite" HERE

...on to the next item on the endless to-do list...

My Cup of Tea !

2011-10-18T01:16:00.001-04:00

I just read about Jennifer Rizzo on Jeanne Oliver's Blog.

This picture had me smitten and I was already

blogging it forward before I even read...

GIVEAWAY!

Her tea towels are adorable!!

Visit her ETSY Shop and then her BLOG!

Enter the GIVEAWAY!

I want to win!

Good Luck!!

Dang ! Dean & Dan !

2011-10-12T10:03:00.004-04:00

...I LOVE THIS LOOK...

...Hers, not his...

...HEAD to TOE...

...hair up...belted black cape...shirt tail hangin'...

...skinny jeans and up on your toes...

Neiman's use to have a pretty boring website,

they've stepped up on their toes!

I love Neiman's InSite tab!

Go flip though.

Another cape-like Dsquared2 look that I loved...

all images via Neiman Marcus

Singing With Scissors !

2011-10-11T12:12:00.002-04:00

(if you're reading by email subscription, you may have to visit the page to view this video)

...This is Wonderful...

My son knows me so well.

He knew I'd be crazy for this song and

probably more the video!

LOVE THIS!
The giant "cootie catcher" at the end is so great!
What? That's not what they're called? Yes it is!
That's what we called them in the 4th Grade!

Thanks Hobbs, my BeatDropping son!

Join The Discussion . . .

2011-10-11T10:57:00.000-04:00

Restoration Hardware catalog buzz @ Cote de Texas.

Listen to the chatter on The Skirted Roundtable.

I weighed it when it arrived, and YES 3 pounds.

I tweeted my amazement, but didn't know how I felt.

BUT I LOVE IT!

To me, walking around in Restoration Hardware qualifies as a date. We've missed a movie or two while discussing paint colors and sitting in the oversized chair together people watching. I bet it won't be long before HandyHusband finds the catalog (on the phonebook shelf) and qualifies strolling through the catalog and dog-earring as one too! The big discussion on The Skirted Roundtable is really about whether the look will last. I left a comment in their comment section with my thoughts, but the short of it is BUY ANTIQUES and use them in a trendy way. Good bones last forever, but fabrics get dirty and look dated. We're suppose to redecorate! That's why interior design is a business! Restoration Hardware has changed their look and you should too. You can purchase new fabrics and fun accessories but keep your bones! If your sofa needs replacing, buy a good one so you don't have to replace it...just reupholster with a wonderful new fabric!

Next thought, I can't wait to read this!

You know linen is my absolute favorite for drapes, furniture,

clothing and even my favorite knit stitch!

I'm making a linen stitch blanket right now!

I can hardly wait to show it to you!

Best little tidbit to pass along from the Roundtable discussion

is Restoration Hardware's 20% Trade Discount

as well as Pottery Barn's, Crate & Barrel's and Ballard Design's.

Just Loungin' Around . . .

2011-10-10T14:13:00.001-04:00

...and looking at designer Kelsey Grauke's website...

...her philosophy...

...couldn't have said it better myself...

...all of the chaise lounge pics are from her ETSY shop...

and I want them all!

Don't miss the link to her E-Design Services!

Calling Atlanta !

2011-10-06T12:47:00.000-04:00

BIG SALE @ FOXGLOVE!

I've got the inside scoop on a fabulous Sale in Atlanta!

For 3 days only, Oct 13, 14 and 15!

Several showrooms on Miami Circle

will be participating!

We're in Foxglove!

Tell 'em Rooney Robison Antiques & Crush Party sent ya!!!