It’s always exciting when you’ve been featured on another blog. It’s only happened a couple of times for me. This time I’ve been interviewed for The Handmade Show  blog. Their aim is to interview & feature each participant of the show so every few weeks or so there’s a new interview…………Do pop over and have a read.

And don’t forget The Handmade Show  is on this coming Saturday – March 20th, 11 am – 3.30pm. Hope to see you there.

This delightful hand painted china dish is small in size but big on beauty and elegance. Just the perfect thing to Welcome you to Pink Saturday!

There’s always a little story behind my collectables & this gorgeous dish, which measures 12cm x12cm (or 4 3/4″), is no exception. It was given to me by the mother & grandmother of two boys being homeschooled in our circle of homeschoolers. Grandmother Kitty handpainted it as a thank you gift …..

…. During the primary years of homeschooling many of the children were into reading lots of mystery stories. They loved mysteries & were absorbed by the stories – so much so, that they would spend their meeting times together forming mystery clubs & trying to solve mysteries. However, mysteries were few & far between, so I came up whith an idea to start one for them, without them knowing who was behind it all.

Ten children began receiving letters from a Mystery Bear who would give them clues to who he might be. He would write to them about his adventures; he would send puzzles for them to solve, crosswords with hidden clues & even newsletters filled with more clues & activities.  Mystery Bear encouraged the children to write to him with their jokes, riddles, poems,  and thoughts on who they suspected was the Mystery Bear. 

This mystery kept the children active for a number of months until it was decided that he would reveal himself at an undisclosed time….. that time came on an Easter Sunday. Mystery Bear arrived with a basket full of chocolate eggs,  at a gathering where all the children & their families were present. There were squeals of delight from the children who had no clue that their Mystery Bear would arrive on an Easter Sunday.

They eventually discovered it was Me inside that bear costume & were very, very surprised - I was just about the only person they didn’t suspect.

It was so much fun for everyone involved … including me – I loved every moment of it & I know the children had an amazing time with the mystery.

And so, this beautiful little china dish was created with love as a Thank You for me – isn’t it gorgeous!

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… And now for our weekly challenge – here is a delightful participant I’d like to introduce you to -

Joyce  from Light and Voices

There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit other participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be – you won’t be disappointed.

Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!

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Today is our Labour Day public holiday …. and I’m ‘Home Alone’. I don’t mind though. My son has gone out with his girlfriend; Mum is working; and I’m enjoying the quiet …..

…. alas, I’ve typed too soon - I had to pause to run around the house to close the windows & doors while the rain falls heavily around. I’m back & it feels rather cosy in here and I think it’s almost time for coffee & something ‘nice’ to go with it.

After that I’ll try & get into some painting practice – something I haven’t done in a very long time. It’s a long story but won’t go into it today. My studio is a room behind the garage but I’ve already brought in a basket of painting tools so I can sit in the family room, in a nice spot, overlooking the back yard … with the rain storming down … and hopefully be inspired to get started.

This is just so typical of Melbourne weather – as I finish typing this post, the rain stops & the sun comes out …. well, it’s going to be an interesting afternoon.

Would you like to take part in this fun meme? Pop over to Buttons By Lou Lou and join in.

Have a great day!

Welcome to Pink Saturday!

It’s exciting to get back into Pink Saturday. For those of you who pop in frequently, you will notice I have a New Look blog. This coincides nicely with my 200th blog post…. So stay tuned for a celebration to mark these two events!

While doing my ‘on again – off again’ clean up around the garage & work area I organised a small collection of teapots. Some will need to be recreated & some are more of the ‘collecting’ type. I don’t have any newer recreations to show you so I fossicked through my photo archives to find one old teapot which was given a makeover a few year back.

Of course this can’t be used as a teapot but it can be used as a decorative piece. The teapot is more pink in colour than is showing up in the photo. In the above photo it’s sitting elegantly on a recreated tray.

Old teapots make charming vessels for beautiful blooms …. preferably the real kind though – don’t know what I was thinking when I took this photo, lol.

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… And now for our weekly challenge - here is a delightful participant I’d like to introduce you to -

Diana from Sissie’s Shabby Cottage

There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit other participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be – you won’t be disappointed.

Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!

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PS: I would love your thoughts on my New Blog design – so if you have some feedback for me I loved to read it - Here .

Here It Is …. my new look blog!

It’s taken me a while to work out what to do with the blog design but thanks to Artisteer I’ve been able to play around with it. Some of it has been a bit of a headache but most of the time it was great fun. For someone like me the Artisteer theme generator has been fabulous to use.

I’ve gone through numerous colour themes, header designs & backgrounds. As this is a ‘first time’ blog design by me, choosing & settling on a design has been difficult.  And this is the final result….. The background design is a montage of my past recreated treasures;  The logo has had some texture added to it; and I’ve kept the posting sheet white.

I can now take a break from this design,  just long enough to feel refreshed enough to check over everything again & do some tweaking where tweaking is necessary. Please feel free to let me know what you think. Your feedback is appreciated.

Date: Saturday 20th March 2010

Time: 11 am – 3.30pm

Place: Oakleigh-Carnegie RSL

95 – 97 Drummond St. Oakleigh 

Miniature collectables or dust gatherers? After my last major clean out where I went too far I decided to take some time to ‘think’ about what goes out next. These are just a few rediscovered treasures which have been in hiding. Occasionally when I tidy up and can’t decide what to do, or where to put certain things they usually end up in a bag or drawer or box. The unfortunate thing is they end up staying there for ages, sometimes years,  before I find them again.

These miniatures are not items of any great value except that they are sentimental in some ways. The little pink & gold Limoges teapot was given to me by a very dear friend; the other items are mementos from overseas trips or gifts from friends while overseas. The milk jug cover is something I bought for myself several years ago but have never used it….. Well it’s out of the drawer now so it will be put to use …finally. I think the others need a little display case … I’ll have a think about it – any suggestions on how to display them would be appreciated

I’m still moving things about the house – it seems to be an ongoing & never ending chore but at least I get to rediscover some of those past treasures. I wonder what I’ll find next?

Vintage images and beautiful roses are two things (of many) that I love. Today I’ll combine the two and share with you a few pictures which will hopefully brighten your Pinks Saturday and Valentine’s Day.

Welcome to Pink Saturday!

How sweet are these …

Roses speak love the whole world through …

Now, I usually don’t like to bombard you with lots of photos but seeing we’re combining Valentine’s Day with Pink Saturday
I thought I’d share some of my rose photos in which I have attempted to be a little creative with. I don’t have any fancy software so I’m limited with what I can do….

Fine Art?… an acrylic painting perhaps.

…. a canvas finsih.

…. sandstone or leather texture?

…. leather or sandstone finish? Whichever it is I like it.

… Hmmm, I’m not sure about this grainy finish – maybe on another photo perhaps?

…. just a bit of fun!

… and finally, another vintage picture to wish you all a

A Happy Valentine’s Day

 

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… And now for our weekly challenge here are a couple of participants I’d like to introduce you to – Do pop in and say ‘Hi’ -

Lorena from Rose Chic Friends

Elaine from At Home With Elaine

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Have a Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!

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There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be.

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Ciao for now!

Elena

No, you’re not at the wrong blog. Wondering why my pretty looking blog has disappeared? Read on and ….

Welcome to Pink Saturday!

It’s a long story but it will return looking all fresh and with a new design. Anyone who knows me knows that I’m prone to what I call my techo ‘accidentals’. I won’t bore you with all the details but the EP Designs blog was due for a revamp over the next couple months. My ‘accidental’ means it will happen sooner rather than later – along with the introduction of a new blog – not to replace this blog but to work as an extension of it.

I won’t say any more for now, so please excuse me while I work on the changes. I hope this plain look doens’t turn you off in the meantime….. stay tuned for the new design.

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… And now for our weekly challenge here are a couple of participants I’d like to introduce you to – Do pop in and say ‘Hi’ -

Marta from The Love of Junk

Marilyn from Unshelved Words

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Have a Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!

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There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be.

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I found this graphic while searching for something pink to share with you today – sending you all lots of pink hearts & hugs.

Ciao for now!

Elena

Welcome to Pink Saturday!
This week my pink Saturday has a touch of classic vintage charm. These are small oil paintings framed in the most gorgeous ornate frames. They are not my creations but they will be available in my store soon.

…. a small delightful painting full of charm.

The next painting is just as delightful – portrait of a lady holding roses in her arms…. 

The rich gold frames are replicas of actual Victorian designs.

…. and lastly, a sweet, single bloom.

My favourite painting is the first one but they’re all equally beautiful.

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… And now for our weekly challenge here are a couple of participants I’d like to introduce you to – Do pop in and say ‘Hi’ -

Rosie from  Journey to Charm

Caren from K. Dottie Designs

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Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!

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There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be.

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Crafters on the South East side of Melbourne have long awaited for a show of their very own. This is not a market but a showing or exhibition by a collective group of creative people who beautifully & lovingly create their own wares to the highest quality and of original designs. Many of their works are One-Of-A-Kind and all have their own unique style.

The Handmade Show  is here to showcase the talents that are blooming around Melbourne, especially on the South Eastern side of Melbourne. It’s a petite show of grand proportions by a friendly group who are passionate about their creative work.

Here is part of the creative ensemble -

Celeste from Little Waltz
Kerri from Vintage Sew and So
Celeste fromBowerbird inc
Jade from Holi Goddess
Elena from EP Designs

There will be a limited number of contributors at each show because that is how Celeste of Little Waltz, and creator of this new show, has intended it to be.  A maximum of ten contributors will participate at each show.

We have enjoyed each others company and are enthusiastic in supporting & encouraging one another in our endeavours.

Our next showing is being organised for March. Stay tuned for all the details.

Welcome to Pink Saturday! 

If you like surrounding yourself with beautiful things then your walls are a great place to start - so, go on, hang some beautiful, decorative pieces on your walls. 

These photos show a gorgeous, long panel print of antique crockery. Just right for that Vintage Chic look.

When the walls are taken care of you can whimsically toss a gorgeous pink lace throw over your lounge chair, couch or bed.

This pink throw is also trimmed with hand-dyed fringing, made to match the lace.

It wouldn’t be the same on Pink Saturday if we didn’t include a picture of some beautiful blooms. These pink lilies looked absolutely amazing - the photo does not do them justice. They stood magnificently in a glass vase at the foot of the alter in the chapel of Our Lady of the Angels.

Flowers like these do last a very long time & would cheer up your home and heart continuously…. not forgetting the lovely fragrance they send out.

… And now for our weekly challenge here are a couple of participants I’d like to introduce you to  -

Mary from Across The Pond

Ann from Ann Fannie’s Green Acres

There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit other participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be – you won’t be disappointed.

Happy Pink Saturday Everyone!