Marie Antoinette Crown

Last month when I was blogging all over the universe inviting ladies to participate in my Valentine swap, I read so many new blogs and made tons of new friends.

One of the most enchanting ladies I met was Jacqueline, from Once Upon a Fairyland blog. She dubbed me a "Queen in Training" since this was my first visit to her blog. Jacqueline mailed me a "Queen in Training" gift tag and an adorable vintage Valentine tucked inside a lovely "Believe" Mary Engelbreit card.

I decided since I am now Officially a Queen in Training, I need my own Crown. I've been itching to create something spectacular, glittery and over-the-top to celebrate my love of Marie Antoinette. This is what I created this week. I absolutely love every inch of this glittery crown.

I thought I would share it with you, because we KNOW that all girls are "Princesses", but all ladies are "Queens"! At least in my Castle.

  

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IT'S A "MAY DAY" TUSSIE SWAP!

Linda at A Swap for All Seasons is hosting a fun and whimsical "May Day Tussie Swap". I can't wait to start making my spring tussie.

Won't you join in the fun? Pop on over to her blog and sign-up. Tell her Cathy at Treasured Heirlooms sent you.

Come on kids, let's play with glitter and glue again.

  

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Good Morning Everyone and

Happy President's Day

Today we announce the Winner of the

"One World One Heart"

Give-Away 

hosted by the awesome

Lisa at "A Whimsical Bohemian"

THE WINNER OF MY "ONE WORLD ONE HEART" 

BLOG GIVE-AWAY

IS THE SWEET AND CREATIVE

TERRI GORDON at 

"Designs by Terri Gordon"

CONGRATULATIONS TERRI!

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"HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY" and WELCOME  to

Cathy's "AMOUR" Valentine Swap

This has been the most wonderful experience. Since this was my first time hosting a swap, it gave me great respect for all the ladies who host unique and fun swaps throughout the year. Trust me, it takes alot of time and a great deal of organizational skills to pull it off. I had to test my middle-aged brain to see if I still had it in me. All of you believed in me and for that I "thank you".

I hope you take a moment to visit all the stunning "Amour" Valentine boxes created by the most talented women on the web. Meeting so many new friends and sharing another awesome swap with friends I've known for years, has been an honor and a pleasure.

Grab a beverage, sit a spell and join us on our "Valentine Stroll" through their beautiful blogs and enjoy the stunning creations of the 66 ladies who participated in my
"Amour" swap.
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Look at the unbelievably, gorgeous, scrumptious, beautiful, heartful, amazing, over-the-top, generous, stunning, pink, glittery, fun-filled, huge lot of Valentine treasures I received from one the sweetest and talented lady (artist) on the planet
"MISS RHEA from SWEET N SHABBY ROSES"!

I AM LOVING THIS LOT OF TREASURES, OH YEAH~

PINK SATURDAY!

This is the "Amour" Valentine Box I made for Miss Rhea. I almost kept it for myself. I came out so sweet.

I hope you all have a wonderful 

Valentine's Day and remember to share some love this weekend. 

 

 

 

 

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Remember to visit our gracious host Beverly at How Sweet the Sound for all the wonderful "Pink Saturday" participants. Thanks for stopping by today.

Valentine's Day Give-Aways

I was blogging around this morning and came across some awesome blog "give-aways" from very talented Ladies.

First is the awesome bracelet give-away from Sarah at "My So Called Junky Life". Her jewelry is absolutely beautiful, delicate and feminine. I need one of these bracelets!

That's not all... Terri Gordon is giving away this stunning Rose Bib Necklace. Another amazing artists. Everything she creates is magical. Run don't walk over to her blog "Designs by Terri Gordon" and sign up for this stunner.

 Both ladies will be choosing winners on Valentine's Day.

I will also be choosing the winner of my OWOH "Give-Away" on Valentine's Day and posting the winner on February 14th at the end the day after my "Amour Valentine Swap Stroll". 

There's alot of love going around this weekend.

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Bunnies and Cupcakes

It's definitely a Bunny and Cupcake kind of day!

Last night while DH was intently watching the Super Bowl, very quietly I might add, I spent hours and hours getting lost in the blogging world.

I didn't realize that 5 hours had passed and I was still intently reading and enjoying photos of hundreds of blogs. The thing I enjoyed the most was the stunning pictures on everyone's blogs. People really take quite a bit of time out of their day to photograph and tell great stories on their blogs for us to read. I definitely am not taking this for granted any longer.

Although I am always amazed at the unbelievable amount of talented artists out there, I realized that creativity is so boundless and our imaginations are so unique and individual. Each and every one of us has a piece of our soul in everything we create and in all the wonderful stories and photographs explaining the stories. I wanted to thank you all for such a wonderful evening spent reading all of your blogs. (I'm so NOT a football fan).

I hope you enjoy my little Bunnies and Cupcakes Kind of Day today. I will be listing these lovelies on Treasured Heirlooms. If you see something you like, just shoot me a quick email and I will post it for you with the price ASAP.

Bunnies and Cupcake Vignette

 

Aqua Foil Bunny  

Aqua Basket Filled w/Robins Eggs

 

Aqua Bunny and Robins Eggs 

 

 Pretty Robins Eggs

 

Cupcake Tray 

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It's Pink Saturday and am wanted to show you all the lovely pink goodies I won on Jenn's blog WhineNRoses. She spoiled me rotten, but I loved every bit of it. I had completely forgotten, so when the mailman dropped off my box, I was squeeling with excitement.

Remember to visit our gracious host Beverly at  

How Sweet the Sound 

for all the wonderful "Pink Saturday" participants. 

Thanks for stopping by today.

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I was interviewed about my "Amour" Valentine Swap. It was so cool, here is the link to the interview on The SWAPDEX.

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One World One Heart Give-Away

Welcome to the magic carpet ride! The wonderful Lisa of A Whimsical Bohemian has done it again! Since 2007, Lisa has been hosting this marvelous blogging giveaway extravaganza, and this year is proving to be extra enormous, with over 950 participants already!

I'm a little late in joining in, but better late than never!

So come take a ride, click on her blog link "IN PURPLE" above to be taken to Lisa's blog with the full list of participants, where you can enter everyone's giveaways!!!

My giveaway is open to all bloggers or people with a google id {sorry, my blog settings don't accept anonymous comments. Basically, if you can leave a comment on my blog, then you've entered.}

Leave ONE comment on this post to enter and that's it! International entries are always welcome too.

Enter any time until February 15th, 2010. I'll draw a random winner and announce it here on my blog. I'll contact the winner for postage details and I'll ship it off to you ASAP.

Here is what I'm giving away!

You will receive several adorable items and a few that aren't posted just so you can be surprised.

Bunny Appliqued Dish Towels (set) just in time for Spring and perfect for Easter.

Vintage Millinery Box with Vintage Cherub and Jewels
to hold all your Magical Jewels

Fufu Rose Water Room Scent w/wicks to enjoy while creating your magical artwork and decorations.

Handmade Lavender Strawberry Sachet/Pincushion to tuck in a drawer filled with pretties or to keep next to you when sewing or creating treasures.

I hope you enjoy visiting the many wonderful blogs who are sharing in this monumental annual event. Thank you for stopping by my blog and don't forget to leave a message to WIN!

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Glittery Days and Nights

 I've decided to spend part of this sunny but very cold Sunday taking picks and uploading some gorgeous, vintage, jewels to my Etsy store.

Here is a peak of what I will be adding today and tomorrow. The crown jars and satin, beaded jewelry box will be available at my 

Elegance & Whimsy boutique.

 

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IT'S PINK SATURDAY!

I thought you might enjoy a little mosaic of yummy pink treasures.

BTW, I'd really appreciate it if you would "Follow My Blog" by clicking on the "Follow Me" button on the right side bar. Thanks chickies.

Remember to visit our gracious host Beverly at How Sweet the Sound for all the wonderful "Pink Saturday" participants. Thanks for stopping by today.

Victorian, Etc. ~ online Victorian Crafts Magazine

Just wanted to let you know that the new Victorian-themed online magazine, Victorian, Etc., has been released and is ready for viewing. Be prepared to be inspired!

My Dear friend Karen of Sweet Necessi-Teas has the feature article, 

Planning a Victorian Valentine's Day Tea, on page 10! 

You will truly enjoy this publication. 

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