Monthly Archives: August 2011

Fine Art is Personal Art

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Angel

I’ve written before about my art collection. I love my photorealistic floral oil paintings. However, the most important piece of art I own is a little card written to me by my friend Gwen Boutte Owens who I lost far … Continue reading →

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Natural Brides

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Angel

I absolutely adore bridal and wedding magazines, always have for as long as I can remember. I love the prettiness of it all, gorgeous dresses, gorgeous locales, hair, makeup, and invitations (of course!). The magazines encourage dreams about that one … Continue reading →

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Looking so cool with your maps on the wall. . .

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Angel

A few days ago, I wrote about a cool set of pillows I saw using maps as the design inspiration. Today, my attention returns to maps, but this time they’re on the wall. I would LOVE to have any of … Continue reading →

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Needlepointing Newbie

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Angel

Yesterday while reading the August, 2011 issue of Martha Stewart Living, I saw an ad for Ehrman Tapestry. I’ve been an avid crocheter, cross-stitcher, and latch hooker since my childhood, but I’ve never given needlepoint a chance.  After checking out … Continue reading →

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