New Work

After taking a break, I am back to painting.  Not just the prints for the Over the Moon baby store, but also adult, abstract works.  Well, I say adult, but actually these could be for children, too! (Also, I don't mean adult in a creepy way....ha...)

Below are a few of my favorite works on paper, that combine watercolor, acrylic, thread, wax, and gold foil.

And here is a piece, lit very dramatically, that I framed to hang in my own home.

And here's the same piece, looking very fetching, bedside in my guest room.



I am still working on formatting my other website, so for the meantime, you can catch the rest of the work and close-ups on my Etsy page!

Gold & Orange

Gold and orange.  What's not to love?  Bright, cheerful, bold and energetic!

Home of Windsor Smith

Gorgeous.  I am dying over that gilded table with the marble top.

Jonathan Adler's bath

Nothing SCREAMS luxury more than an Hermes themed bath...

Leekan Designs

Two words: Metallic Kimono.  Done.



Karyl Pierce Paxton

I love the drama of this image.  That painting is amazing, and the symmetry of the curtains is perfection.



Elle Decor

I have also loved this image.  The console, bust, and pop of purple flowers are so playful and whimsical!

Domestic Goddess

Here is one of my all-time favorite recipes.  It's great for a cook out or just a romantic night in with the hubs!  Even though I have the salad version here, is is just as yummy as a slaw-just substitute shredded cabbage and carrots for the lettuce.  It's sweet and tangy, and you just wait.....people will be asking for the recipe!!

 

 

Sweet Basil and Feta Salad

 

1 head of lettuce, chopped, or 1 bag of salad

1 bunch of green onions

3/4 package of basil (about 1 1/2 cups julienned)

4-6 ounces crumbled feta cheese

 

Dressing

1/2 cup balsalmic vinegar

1/2 cup olive oil

2 T sugar (I use 2 packets of splenda)

pinch of salt

pinch of pepper

 

I start by dumping all my chopped and rinsed or bagged lettuce into a big ole bowl. 

Rinse and pat dry onions.  Using scissors, cut ends and throw away.  Then, use scissors to slice onions into 1/4-1/2" slivers.

Rinse and pat dry basil.  I usually buy a package of basil in the herb section at Publix.  There's a lot of basil in there so I only use about 3/4 of it, and use the rest later on chicken or a sandwich or pasta.  I love basil, so finding a use is no problem here!  OK, back to the recipe.... pull leaves off stems and stack up 4 or 5 at a time.  Roll them lengthwise.  Cut into 1/4" julienned slivers.

Add feta, as much as you think you might like!

Mix together dressing, and pour over entire salad, or over individual servings.

Makes 6 servings.

 

Serve with anything else yummy, such as roasted sweet potatoes and a black bean burger, as seen above.  Yum!

 

 



Day-Dreaming

Perhaps all this wintry weather has me feeling trapped in-doors, or perhaps it is the upcoming celebration of St. Patrick's day, but all the same, I am day-dreaming of an Irish get-away...

 

 

Mystical, rolling countryside...

 

The whimsical style of Dita Von Teese's marriage in a Irish castle. (See link for more fabulous images)

 

A sophisticated stay-over: romantic cocktails in the garden terrace of the Merrion Hotel in Dublin.

 

Dreamy abbey, complete with swans.

 

Charming farmers and countrymen.

Gorgeous monastery with Celtic Crosses.

 

Beautiful signage and scenic towns.

 

  

Amazing coastlines and cliffs, especially the Cliff of Moher.  They are not only stunning, but hold a special place in my heart since they are where the famous climbing scene from my favorite movie, the Princess Bride was filmed! 

And on a different but awesome/slightly disturbing note, you may want to check out this blog on the topic...

AbFab Friday

This weekend I'm looking forward to some AbFab weather that will hopefully last me until spring-time finally arrives!  Speaking of AbFab, I am dying over these sassy specs, all under $21 (most under $10)!

 

 

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And in case you have a little free time this weekend....

 

My favorite new blog, full of eye candy, Castles and Cottages.

To browse interiors that are everything from modern to whimsical and for tons of inspiration check out Airspace (these are spaces for rent for TV and Film!)

 

 

Obsessed: Sur La Table

Ok, there are a couple of signs that let me know I am officially old: 1. Sometimes I shop at Stein Mart, and 2. I really, really, really like kitchen stores.

 

I just now got around to going to the new Sur La Table at the Summit here in Birmingham, and boy howdy!  Was I in for a treat!  They have THE most awesome stuff in there....!!

I totally would've gotten this precious mother/daughter apron set for my sister and nephew....but he's a boy, so strike that...

 

I don't know why, but I'm always drawn to laurels.  I love crests, and I use that symbol in my artwork a lot.  So, when I found out that this was actually a handy kitchen gadget, I was really excited.  It's actually really cool-it "raises your roast for faster, healthier cooking"!

And who doesn't love cupcake decorating stuff!!??  They had TONS of cute decorations from Meri Meri and Paper Eskimo.

 

I have really been wanting a metallic kitchen sponge lately!  It seems like it would add some much-needed glamour to my kitchen sink area.  These would be cute in a basket of kitchen gear for a hostess gift!

 

And, kitchen towels.  Tons of them.  Every color imaginable.  Another really cute gift idea!

I enjoyed my visit at Sur La Table so much, that I was inspired to create a little easter table!  Everything you see can be found on their website! Enjoy!


Do you know...

Do you know Tracey Kafka?  Don't worry, I don't either!  I just stumbled upon her work one day, and let me just tell you, it's awesome....

I love the flesh tones of this one, and the way the paint sits on the surface?  Gorge.

If you're into abstracts, like I am, this gal's for you. 

Check out this pink and orange stunner.  Wouldn't these be great in a single girl's place?  Or a beach house?

This one has to be my favorite.  I love, love, LOVE that lavender swipe!  And the varying widths of the paint colors is nice too.  So much texture!

A little homage to Rothko, no?  Just like a beautiful sunset!

Check out more of this amazing artist on Etsy!