Saturday, February 9, 2013

What's on the Sideboard for Valentine's


Hi Everyone, 
coming to you live today from the dark and dreary hallway...
yes, the one with no natural light...
the one I have to hang from the chandy like a monkey
just to get a decent pic.




But it's Valentine's Week, so I had to share the update.



I changed things up a bit, bringing in a new galvanized drawer that has been painted with chalkboard paint. It's so super cute and I found it at The Feathered Nest by my talented and sweet friend, Ruthanne from the fun blog Sugar Pie Farmhouse. Sugar Pie Farmhouse was one of those blogs I read before I started blogging myself. Ruthanne lives only a short drive from Branson and Ozark, Missouri. If you don't know, her run by and check out all the homespun goodness.


Vintage look Valentine's Banner hanging from the old window



I always laugh and say that someone must have either been out in the rain,
or shedding many tears when they received this humongous box of chocolates!
But I imagine it was just the leaky roof from the old attic I found it in.



And I saved this wonderful wine bottle from a few years ago,
cause I just love the label.


Since this adorable drawer is galvanized, it's also magnetic.



Ruthanne also included this blinged up cake server;
just perfect for some tasty romance of the chocolate variety.




Vintage Valentine I found last year



 Do you all have big plans for the weekend,
maybe a little get away with your Sweetie?


Linking up with these parties:



Have a great one!
(I'm trying to convince myself I don't want any chocolates this year...)
xoxo,

Friday, February 8, 2013

Be Inspired #126 A little romance...

Hey there all you talented and inspiring peeps!
This last week was one of those weeks that I could literally have featured dozens of you. Your projects, decor, and culinary delights are just over the top. I was hoping that when Vintage Inspiration changed over to Be Inspired that it would open the door for more of you to feel comfortable joining in. You haven't disappointed in all the creativity, beauty, humor, and imagination. You all definitely know how to share the inspiration! Thanks for coming over here each week and making this party a success. I hope you take a minute to look around, then come back by later in the week. Some of the best links are the ones that arrive fashionably late to the party...te he!


Rosemary from Ozma of Odds was on hiatus for awhile during her move,
but  now she's back with some incredible projects and her signature fairy dusting
with this Starlit Linen Chair



the back is equally as beautiful,
with this corseted look.

If you don't know Rosemary you'll want to meet her 
and be swept away to the Land of Odds.
For more loveliness you'll want to follow her Pinterest page!


Judy from French Laundry shared some Valentine Love
with some beautiful items from a few of her favorite Etsy shops.



Becky from Generation to Generation 
created this wonderful dresser redo,
by painting a scene from an old postcard.
Such a beautiful way to create a one-of-a-kind keepsake!



 Sarah at Hyacinths for the Soul
took us to a luncheon where the hostess had created these
simple but elegant Cameo Valentine Gift Tags. 



Nita from Mod Vintage Life   gave us the scoop
 on this year's Easter Inspiration from Pier 1.
I'm really "diggin'" those striped carrots!



Lisa from Lewisville Love
gave us tips on creating an Upcycled Pantry.
Now if she could just come to my house and tackle my pantry!



Needing a chocolate fix?
Take a peek at this Dark Chocolate Bark
Just look at those chunks of yumminess!



This week's Be Inspired is brought to you by the talented

If you're looking for some one-of-a-kind Valentine gifts,
please take a peek at Leslie's wonderful romantic creations!



Time to party!
This party is now open to all inspiring posts, vintage or new. Please just have a link back to Common Ground within your post  to be featured.

and please check out my other Friday party pals.


 I'm so glad you're here,