Saturday, June 1, 2013

Be Inspired # 142: Creating a Beautiful Life

Hi Everyone, and welcome to Be Inspired!

There are so many things I love about blogging, and getting to see parts of the country that I've not seen before is one of them. Jeanette from Creating a Life was in search of Lilacs, so she took us along on a family excursion and shared the sights of the day. She had two posts, that not only were filled with beautiful photos of her local Colorado scenery, but her kids were with her and I'm sure it made wonderful memories for them all.


from Jeanette at Creating a Life




More Lilac Inspiration from Susan
at Evelyn and Rose
Her posts are always like visiting your favorite magazine!





Full of vintage inspiration, this New Master Bath 
from Terry at Forever Decorating



Little Miss Maggie created this Lovely Rose Flower Bucket
from a graphic and added stenciling for a wonderful hand painted look.




Julie from Restyle Relove gave us a Restyled Dining Room Tour 
with Before and Afters.
What a wonderful new look!




Great ideas for a Patriotic Celebration Table this Summer
from Judith at Botanic Bleu
And for all you gardeners out there,
DIY Faux Chalkboard Garden Markers
from Jennifer at Thimbles, Bobbins, Paper and Ink


Jennifer also shared her yummy looking
Lemon Tart with Chantilly Cream
napkin please!



And today's Be Inspired is brought to you by Christie Scibior,
who has new designs in her shop that you'll love.
Watercolor Paintings, Prints, and Stationary
Here's a little collage sampling of what you'll find in her shop.




Thank you so much Christie!

Hope you'll join in on the party today,  Be Inspired is now open to all inspiring posts, not just Vintage. Please have a link to Common Ground within your post to be featured. And if you've ever been featured, feel free to grab the image below.


and while you're out check out these other fun Friday parties!


 Have a wonderful weekend,
xoxo,
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68 comments:

  1. MaryMay 30, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    So much inspiration each week Debra! Thanks for hosting!

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  2. The Fancy ShackMay 30, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    What beautiful features! Thank you for hosting once again Deborah!
    Kimberlee

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 30, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Great features, Debra! Love those plant markers. Thanks for hosting!

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  4. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Thank you for hosting Debra. I am always happy to be here. Have a wonderful weekend

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  5. Penny @ Penny's Vintage HomeMay 30, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    It's always a pleasure to party here Debra, thanks for hosting! Have a great week end..hugs, Penny

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  6. ConnieMay 30, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    So much inspiration . . . I'll be back later and study each photo for more details. These are great!!!
    Have a wonderful weekend . . .
    I'm off and running. I've got practice and then a concert tonight. We are playing out at our local fairgrounds :)
    Your blogging sister, Connie :)

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  7. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    What fabulous features!!!
    Thanks so much for hosting Debra - hope you have a great weekend!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  8. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 30, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Thanks for hosting, Debra. Have a fabulous weekend!

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  9. Jamie @ Domestically VintageMay 30, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Wow! You have some beautiful features this week. Thanks for hosting as always! ~ Jamie

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  10. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)May 30, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    Love, love the features!
    I have lilacs this week, in fact they are overflowing!
    Thanks for hostessing,
    Cindy

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  11. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMay 30, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Those lilacs are gorgeous, and who wouldn't enjoy soaking in that beautiful tub? Thanks so much for hosting Debra.

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  12. SarahMay 30, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Debra, this is always a party full of inspiration. Thanks for hosting each week. Your features are fab!

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  13. ChristineMay 30, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    Thanks so much for the fabulous party!

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  14. Nici @ Posed PerfectionMay 30, 2013 at 12:26 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Have a super week!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  15. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 30, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting each week!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  16. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Thanks for hosting another wonderful Party! Have a great week!

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  17. SylviaMay 30, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    I love lilacs, too and I am inspired by the fact that they are edible. Today I am sharing how to make lilac-scented sugar. Thank you for having me, Debra!

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  18. Christine at Little BragsMay 30, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Debra, as always thanks for the weekly Party...Christine from Little Brags

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  19. CindyMay 30, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    There is so much inspiration here I can hardly stand it! And the lilacs are heavenly, I really wish I had one!

    Cindy

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  20. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioMay 30, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Debra, I can't tell you how my heart needed this bit of affirmation this morning. I appreciate your kindness so much!

    Jeanette @ Creating a Life

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  21. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 30, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    Thank you for hosting, sweet lady! xx

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  22. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 30, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Thank you for hosting this great party!
    Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  23. DianeMay 30, 2013 at 2:14 PM

    Gorgeous lilacs. Thanks for hosting!

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  24. The Charm of HomeMay 30, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    The cows with the lilacs are so cute! Thank you for hosting and for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  25. Carlene @ Organized ClutterMay 30, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Thanks for hosting your inspiring party, Debra, and thanks for visiting my garden posts this week too.

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  26. PoppyMay 30, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    Hi Debra,

    Lilacs are everywhere and they're lovely! Thanks for hosting!

    Poppy

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  27. Confessions of a Plate AddictMay 30, 2013 at 3:46 PM

    Love the features! Thanks for hosting!...hugs...Debbie

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  28. Tazas y CuentosMay 30, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Hello Debra! Great features as always, so wonderful blogs to visit right now.
    Thank you for hosting!
    Besos!

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  29. OliveMay 30, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Thanks for hosting my friend. Olive

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  30. Something Nice and PrettyMay 30, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Those plant markers are so cute! Thanks for hosting every week!

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  31. Liz @ Quirky VistasMay 30, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    Wow, Debra. There are way too many enticing posts here tonight! How am I ever going to get off the computer and get my projects worked on? Thanks for the party. It's always lots of fun!
    Liz

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  32. JunkchiccottageMay 30, 2013 at 4:48 PM

    Debra,
    I love all the inspiration you featured this week. Thanks for being such a wonderful hostess.
    Kris

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  33. Natasha in OzMay 30, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Many thanks for having me today. Hope you have a beautiful Friday.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  34. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 30, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting!!!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  35. Michele SmithMay 30, 2013 at 5:12 PM

    What beautiful inspiration! Thank you for hosting. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  36. Laurel StephensMay 30, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    So many great features this week, Debra! I'm off to investigate. Thanks so much for hosting this week's party.

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  37. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    ...lilacs...

    ~sigh~

    soooo lovely!

    thanks for always being an awesome hostess Debra!
    xo, Rosemary

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  38. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueMay 30, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Love all the spring inspired features Debra. Thanks for hosting each week.

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  39. cindyMay 30, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    Lovely features! And I love the lilacs :) Thanks for hosting!

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  40. Susan FreemanMay 30, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Thank you for hosting Debra!

    Big Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  41. Donna WilkesMay 30, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    So much inspiration - all in one great place. Thank you for hosting.

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  42. UnknownMay 30, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    Such lovely lilacs...all of the features are lovely actually! Thanks for hosting!

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  43. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonMay 30, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting. Hope you are having a good week.

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  44. Little Miss MaggieMay 30, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    Wow, Debra, thanks so much for featuring my flower can. It's always a pleasure to link up. Thanks so much for hosting the party every week.

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  45. Melissa@daisymaebelle.comMay 30, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    Thanks so much for the party! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  46. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonMay 30, 2013 at 9:07 PM

    Love this weeks features Debra! I'm a little late, but happy to be joining the party!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  47. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeMay 30, 2013 at 9:52 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Those features are beautiful. That cow with the lilacs?? Love it!
    Jamie @Better With Age

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  48. Little Miss MaggieMay 30, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Hi Debra, I forgot to mention I did get the cursive stencils from Michael's that I used on my flower can. They are by Martha Stewart. I see them there all the time.

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  49. AnonymousMay 30, 2013 at 10:53 PM

    Thank you so much for featuring my Dining Room Debra! I'm thrilled and honoured. x Julie

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  50. Botanic BleuMay 31, 2013 at 12:40 AM

    Oh, my! What a thrill to go to Common Ground and find my Patriotic Celebration Table featured. Thank you so much, Debra. Thank you also for your regular visits and comments to my blog. I look forward to seeing your smiling face and hearing from you.

    Can there be too many, "Thank yous?" I think not. So, thank you also for hosting this wonderful party that inspires me each week.

    Judith

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  51. Burlap LuxeMay 31, 2013 at 12:59 AM

    Debra, you inspire the best.
    How do you find the time to put together such beautiful postings. I went back and read some of your older postings so I could catch up with all that you inspire. Love the new paint job and all the little changes you make to you sunroom and home decor.

    Blessings to you my sweet friend, and beautiful recovery to your husband.
    Have a beautiful weekend and a perfectly inspiring June your way.

    Xx
    Doré

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  52. UnknownMay 31, 2013 at 6:40 AM

    great party, Debra!
    always inspired here, enjoyed lilacs in my kitchen too this year...

    Karen

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  53. TheresaMay 31, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Beautiful inspirations:) Have a blessed weekend, HUGS!

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  54. Jeannie and LindaMay 31, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Debra, another beautiful Friday party with beautiful features! Thanks for hosting!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

    Peace,
    Linda and Jeannie at The French Hens Nest

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  55. Pinky at Designs by PinkyMay 31, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Having trouble linking. Won't go to the submitting the picture/?/

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  56. BetsyMay 31, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Such lovely lilacs and the Lemon tart I want to try. Love lemon especially this time of year.
    Your pictures are so beautiful, I am taking a third take of them, and especially the tart.
    Happy Weekend
    Betsy

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  57. Kim @ French Country AntiquesMay 31, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Thanks for hosting, Debra.

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  58. Noble VintageMay 31, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    thank you for hosting, Debra!

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  59. Susan EvelynAndRoseMay 31, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Oh Debra, you've made my morning! Thanks so much for featuring my lilac post and for your kind words. I think we all are lovin' lilacs this time of year.
    I haven't had a chance to post anything this week, but will be back for sure next week. I always love your party!
    xo, Susan

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  60. Tea in the LibraryMay 31, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Always sooooo much good stuff!!! Thank you for hosting

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  61. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinMay 31, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Debra, the features are great! I love the pic of the cows...so cute! Thanks for hosting. Have a happy weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  62. trash talkMay 31, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Debra, I have a love/hate relationship with these great Friday posts. I love seeing all the great ideas folks come up with and actually do and I hate myself for being such a slug for not following through when I get a brain fart.
    I'm kidding you know...right?
    It's always fun to see what is new.
    Deb

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  63. Curtains in My TreeMay 31, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    Its always fun to see all the pretty post over here

    of course I am not outside today taking pictures in this pouring down rain
    Our drought is over in Missouri that is for sure

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  64. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 10:54 PM

    Hi Debra,
    It is always a joy to visit and share in the creative fun.
    Thank you for hosting and sharing the beautiful watercolors by Christie Scibior, LoVe them!

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  65. Art and SandJune 1, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    Although I have followed your blog for a long time and visited blogs at the party, I don't know that I have ever shared a post. There is always a first time.

    Thanks for hosting and having me at the party.

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  66. Mindi@MyLove2CreateJune 1, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    Thank you so much for hosting!

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  67. Treat and TrickJune 1, 2013 at 4:32 AM

    I always love your beautiful post! Thanks for the party..

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  68. AnonymousJune 4, 2013 at 2:49 PM

    Lavenders are always so beautiful. I really want to take that vintage bathroom and make it mine. There are not words for how much I adore the vintage bathtub. After viewing your post I feel very inspired.

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