Dressed For The Occasion

Posted on by May 28, 2015

Something rather fun, fluffy & pink caught my eye while browsing through the Pink Heels blog. I had to stop & have a giggle but found the item to be … well, quite attractive in a way. I never would have thought to dress up my computer in this way but it would certainly brighten up the room & put a smile on your face. And of course it has a matching mouse. I think I’d have to name it Fluffy Fifi

The post directly under the fluffy laptop, titled Business Etiquette led me to another web site with videos on modern manners. Some of these are quite funny and worth a look, so take some time out and have a peek here.

Brilliant Business and Beyond

Posted on by May 28, 2015

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This is the theme for the Business Mums Network annual conference. Running a business takes many skills, but new business people need help to learn many skills.

The second annual Business Mums Conference is a fantastic weekend for all small business people. Brilliant Business and Beyond will give you:

  • practical information and solutions you can apply
  • networking opportunities
  • inspiration to build a strong business
  • perspective on your business

The keynote speaker, Kathie Thomas, will get you started on the theme of Brilliant Business and Beyond.

Selected speakers will then present workshops on exciting and informative topics such as email marketing, intellectual property, trademarking, and online promotions.

Theme: Brilliant Business & Beyond

Date: Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 July 2008

Time: 8.30am – 5pm

Venue: Holmesglen Conference Centre, Chadstone, Victoria
 

You can download a copy of the timetable, read about the presenters and find out more about registration details at the BMN web site.

This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with other business people keen to build their future.

Ciao, Elena :)

Can’t Get Enough Roses

Posted on by May 28, 2015

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Recreated, decorative and useful!

I’ve found heaps of coasters in my opp shop travels. I love working on these little items. Although a fiddly process the final result is stunning.  I could never really price them according to the hours spent painting them but I still can’t stop myself from doing more.

These of course have decopuaged roses but my next batch of coasters will have my own painted roses. I can’t wait to get stuck into some new painting. It has been a long while since my last session of painting and I’m missing it.

My aim further on this year will be to show you some of my work as it progresses through each stage. It will be a long process because I work on pieces in batches rather than singularly, but I hope to show you how much is involved in recreating decorative homewares.

Ciao for now,

Elena :)

Recreated To Light Up Your Life

Posted on by May 28, 2015

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When I find an item that can’t be reused for it’s original intention, I’ll find a new use for it. I’ve probably mentioned this in another post but I often come across items that I find appealing & inspiring. It may be the shape, size or look of the thing that draws my attention, but whatever, I know when I see it if I must have it or not. Here is one such item of which I ended up with several. So from gravy boat in all it’s past ‘stainless steel glory’, they were transformed into candleholders.

All were given the ‘decoupage roses’ treatment with a shabby vintage finish & gold highlights. This particular one had candle wax poured into it while others were sold with wax beads in various colours & scents.

A quaint little recreation to lighten up a cosy corner or quiet nook.

Ciao for now,

Elena :)

Goblet Candleholders

Posted on by May 28, 2015

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pair-small-goblets-a.JPGI find Recreating items for an entirely different use very rewarding. Not only am I recycling but also creating a new decorative showpiece, and one that is useful too. I have bought an assortement of drinkware over the years, most of which were once shiny silver pieces. Recreating these into pin & brooch cushions was one popular idea I worked with, and creating pairs of candleholders was another.

These small drink goblets were finished in a motley mix of soft colour and highlighted with pale gold detail. The candle in each holder is held firmly in place by filling the goblet with rice. Each pair recreated was a one-of-a-kind design.

Ciao for now,

Elena :)

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