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A Poem & A Painting: Orange Tulips
Jan 23 2017 ·0When Monday starts off rainy and dreary with more to come, there’s nothing like a cheerful painting to brighten my spirits. Today’s painting is an “oldie but a goodie”. This image has me dreaming of Spring and sun drenched tulips…
A Poem & A Painting: Signs of Spring
Feb 29 2016 ·0Happy Leap Day! Spring is in the air around here today and the temperature is forecast to be nearly 60 degrees ~ so welcome, especially after last year’s harsh winter…
A Poem & A Painting: Still Thinking Pink
Feb 15 2016 ·0With encouragement from my instructor, I’ve been working on larger paintings of late. I love the juxtaposition of the fun colors (lime green and rose pink) with the more “serious” still life tableau. It reminds me of our New England weather of late ~ arctic cold this weekend, followed by rain and 50 degrees tomorrow with winds whipping most days. Typical!
30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day 17, Orange Baltimore Oriole
Jan 17 2016 ·0It’s snowing outside but I’m thinking of Spring…
Behind the Design: Emily & Nick’s Romantic Newport Wedding
Oct 07 2015 ·0Friends and longtime readers know that my daughter Emily got married this Spring. It’s been a whirlwind before and since then but I am finally ready to share some of the beautiful details of that incredible day.
When my daughter Emily was born I started planning her wedding ~in my heart. Never a word was uttered, but I had a folder (the paper kind, not computer) of ideas for her big day. I was going to give her everything she could ever want…
A Poem & A Painting: Girl With The Flower Headpiece
Apr 06 2015 ·0This week’s painting was inspired by one of the Will Cotton photos I posted last week. Remember this?
A Poem & A Painting: Reflections of Spring
Mar 30 2015 ·0Spring is trying to make its way into the Boston area ~ though it did snow again this weekend! That snow has melted and slowly, so slowly, the earth and the new growth of the season is being revealed…
Emily’s Colorful Custom Bridal Shower
Mar 26 2015 ·2After months of planning, this weekend it was finally time for Emily’s Bridal Shower! On Sunday, the bridesmaids, the Brother of Honor and I hosted the festive gathering. I am so excited to share the details of this lovely occasion!
Throughout the planning process, I have been so creatively energized with custom ideas to make the day extra special. I was thrilled to see these ideas come to life for the shower.
It all started with the invitation. I feel the invitation really sets the stage for the event. For Emily’s shower invitation I hand painted the design with watercolors and then added one of my favorite quotes.
Ready for Spring
Mar 11 2015 ·0Venturing to Philly last week and attending the Philadelphia Flower Show served to treat me to a tantalizing preview of Spring with all its luscious color and beautiful blooms. Now that I’m home the only color I seem to see when I look out the window is white ~ still. Winter can’t hold on forever though, even in New England. It might even hit 60 degrees today ~ wahoo! I went searching my Pinterest boards for over-the-top colorful inspiration and my Goldilocks Would Love To Sit Here board did not disappoint. Come take a peek…
The Philadelphia Flower Show, Part 1
Mar 04 2015 ·0For Christmas, my daughter Emily gifted me with a trip to Philadelphia to visit the world famous Philadelphia Flower Show. This past weekend it was finally time to go!
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Easter Candy
Apr 04 2014 ·0While Easter Sunday comes late this year, it’s never too early to stock up on Easter Candy ~ the Easter Bunny can always use some help. Here are my (somewhat) Posh and definitely fun & colorful picks for Easter Candy…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: International Travel Essentials
Mar 28 2014 ·0The countdown is on…one week from today I’ll be in Italy for the start of BlogTour Milan! This is my first BlogTour with Veronika and Modenus and I could not be more excited. I’ve started gathering my gear for my trip and with that in mind, today’s Posh Picks are for International Travel Essentials. Come take a peek…
A Poem & A Painting: Flower Market
Mar 24 2014 ·0
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Spectacular Spring Flowers
Mar 21 2014 ·0Spring has arrived and along with it, Spring flowers ~ at least in some places. We are still waiting for blooms here in New England so let’s get this Spring party started with my Posh Picks for Spectacular Spring Flowers from around the world…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Wall Vases
Mar 14 2014 ·0We are getting desperate for Spring here in New England ~ it was snowing again yesterday! While I can’t change the weather outside, I can certainly try to bring touches of Spring inside. This week’s Posh Picks will help do just that!
Add a touch of Spring with some beautiful flowers, artfully placed in one of these unique wall vases…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Chihuly at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Feb 28 2014 ·0Just two more days until I jet off to Atlanta for this year’s Design Bloggers Conference! I am so looking forward to seeing my blogging buddies, hearing great speakers and seeing a little slice of Atlanta. While I probably won’t be visiting the Atlanta Botanical Garden on this trip, it’s definitely on my list for a future trip. In fact, I’d love to go if they ever bring back the Chihuly in the Garden exhibit that originally ran in 2004. During this exhibit, the majesty of Dale Chihuly’s glass was showcased with the inspiring plant collections of the Garden. Sounds amazing! Let’s take a peek at this week’s Posh Picks, featuring my favorite photos from Chihuly in the Garden in Atlanta…
Pamela’s Posh Picks: Prints
Feb 21 2014 ·0Snow, rain, sleet ~ seems we’ve had it all in just this past week! I am ready for Winter to be over! While I can’t change the calendar, perhaps I can help coax along Mother Nature with this week’s Posh Picks: bright and colorful PRINT fabrics that beckon Spring. I’m thinking Birds and Blooms, even if it’s only on fabric at this point! Here are my Posh Picks for Prints…