Tweet Three branch candle holder trimmed with Victorian beaded fringing The creative room has been silent and still for a long time. I know I’m not far off from picking up a paint brush …. for creative purposes … Continue reading
Tweet What do you do with two tiny little trays? Transform them of course, from a plain steel finish to a colourful and decorative little treasure. Each mini tray is Approx. 10 cm x 15 cm In their original condition … Continue reading
Tweet *** It’s time to show off another recreated item seeing I haven’t done so for a while. Sometimes friends give me old silverware as gifts for my birthday or other occasions because they know I’m always on the lookout … Continue reading
Tweet . Sometimes I get carried away with some of the things I do. I came across another Auction site called Bid Mate Online, and without giving it too much thought I set up a store there. I’ve called it … Continue reading
Tweet ~ I haven’t posted any of my recreated treasures for a while so here is one of my favourites. A tall compote and ex silver ware. The design is simple but the shape is an elegant one. I’ve given … Continue reading
Tweet Shop counter bells are just that – bells to ‘ding’ so as to catch the attention of the shopkeeper. So whether or not you are shy about using them or always eager to bang it on the head, you’ll find they are usually … Continue reading
Tweet I love decorative homewares and that is part of what my home based business is all about. In addition to my own decorative work I’m always searching for beautiful decor items to add to the EP Designs range of … Continue reading
Tweet A few posts back I wrote about reproduction Murano art glass. Continuing on that theme here is another reproduction of a very popular item – the gramophone. As I wrote earlier, nothing compares with the original designs. I’d rather … Continue reading
Tweet It’s lovely to be surrounded by beautiful flowers. But I must confess, I’m not very good at looking after flowers in a vase. I admire people who make an effort to grace their homes with freshly cut flowers – whether … Continue reading
Tweet Murano art glass designs are very beautiful and stylish. If you can afford to buy an original it’s well worth it. I would love to own an original. The shapes, colours & effects they achieve is amazing … but … Continue reading
Tweet Another richly ornate mirror for you to enjoy. According to the supplier it’s a reproduction of a Victorian design, although, to me it looks more like an Art Nouveau design – but I’m not an expert. Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous! What … Continue reading
Tweet I’ve developed a liking for clocks. I’m not sure why it is but I’m always on the lookout for gorgeous clocks. I especially like the the vintage styles or period styles of various descriptions. The period styles just ooze with … Continue reading