Paris Chic and French Country

Burlap, Ticking, Grain Sack Pillows and Slips

Back in the day (and probably still on many farms today) burlap and grain sack fabric was used as a functional material to carry grains and other foods and supplies. Artists today are discovering beautiful ways to incorporate these  once considered “rustic” materials into exquisite home decor.

Elegance and Whimsy and my Etsy shop are now carrying a beautiful new line of chic pillows and slips. These beauties are created and hand-made right here in the U.S. They are adorned with wonderful images and text, making them a "must have" in your Paris Apartment, French castle, sweet cottage, lovely beach home or humble bungalow!

I hope you enjoy them.

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Before & After 

Victorian Tea Tray

I decided I was going to sit and try to organize my computer desktop. Make folders and categorize my garden, home, creations, etc. It's such a pain in the behind when you NEED a photo quickly and no matter where you look on your computer ~ it's not there. Hopefully I will be able to find things much quicker now.

While I was making folders and placing photos by projects, I came across pictures of an antique tray I reconditioned four years ago. I actually was excited to see I had "before and after" pictures. WHO KNEW. I thought I would share how I transformed an antique serving tray into a scrumptious Victorian Tea Tray. 

I began by sanding down the tray frame and painting it with Kilz stain blocker. I added four floral resin designs to each corner of the tray to add a bit more glam to the top. I painted two coats of my favorite pink paint, Wispy Pink (Benjamin Moore). Luckily the glass was still in mint condition and intact so I didn't need to run to the store and get a new piece of glass cut to size.

After cutting a piece of white chipboard to fit inside the frame I added a lovely piece of rose patterned fabric. From there I embellished the top of the fabric with flat Victorian images, small pieces of vintage lace, antique glass beads, pearls, bridal flowers and embellishments, etc. 

I inserted the completed collage/display behind the glass and pushed in tiny frame teeth to hold it into place. Once securely in place, I finished the back off with a heavy brown paper stock, added four glass knobs for feet, lightly sanded the edges for a time worn look ~ and voila ~ a new Victorian Tea Tray was ready for a new home.

 

 

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If It's Pink, then It Must Be Saturday...

Welcome to Pink Saturday

 Saturday came so darn fast this week. Jeesh, I almost forgot to get something pretty and pink posted. Here is my new "Cupcake Fairy" wreath.

I hope you enjoy her as much as I do.

  

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SPRING DECORATING

Spending time with my bunnies, birdies and chicks and having a ball. It's dark, grey and raining but I'm bright and cheery glittering and foofing up my newest pretties. 

Adorable aqua glass bunny and matching aqua basket will both be filled to the brim with Robins Eggs upon arrival. Pink and blue perfume bottles are romantically adorned with vintage lace, seam binding and vintage bling. Robins Egg blue vases are lovingly decorated with vintage millinery, Forget-me-nots and lace, just in time for Spring decorating.

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Easter Basket Swap

I am so excited.....I just signed up for the sweetest Easter Basket swap. Hop on over to Miss Rhea's and sign up, it's going to be so much fun to play with spring colors again.

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Here Chicky Chicky Chicky

I'm waiting for Spring... I think I've got a long wait like most of the country. Here in Wilmington, MA we missed both blizzards (luckily), but it is windy and chilly as it should be for February. The sun shines bright like it's July though! Go figure.

I just had to play with spring colors this week. It was a MUST! I paired up a vintage chalkware chicky with a very old Easter ephemera post card. Don't you just love the lemon yellow and aqua. Sometimes pulling myself away from pink is difficult, but lately I'm really enjoying it. I soooo love this color combination. 

Enjoy!

  

  

  

  

 

  

 

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 Cool French Chic Votives

Aren't these the coolest candle holders? I found these lovelies quite a few years ago and had planned on foofing them up to sell. Well, each spring I hit the attic to see what treasures await me for a "makeover". They have been screaming out my name for three years now, so I thought this would be a perfect time to give them a once-over of vintage lace, seam binding and an old rusty key.

I think they came out really cute. They hold a votive or tealight candle. If you would like one of your very own, just pop over to "Treasured Heirlooms" boutique and click on "Mercury Glass and Candles" and voila, there they are, ready and waiting for you.

Enjoy!

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If It's Pink, then It Must Be Saturday...

Welcome to Pink Saturday.

Although it's very chilly outside and the wind is blowing, I've decided it's time for Spring here at the Pink Fairy Cottage. I pulled out the glue gun, glittery, ribbon, pearls, birdies, ballerinas and everything else I could find and started foofing up lots of goodies for the shops.

 Introducing my Pink Fairy Rose Jar. Feminine, Pink, Frilly, Glittery and perfect for your Romantic Home Decor.

 

  

  

 

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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~