Saturday, November 7, 2009

Pink Saturday At Bellamere Cottage

Today I'm sharing pictures of a few little vignettes around the Cottage...

That's my newest tole tray peeking out there. :-)

It actually has lots of pink.......naturally that didn't show up in the picture.

I wanted that little glass basket vase for YEARS. My darling daughter bought it for me. Gosh I love her.



I have little lamps EVERYWHERE....they all have teensie little bulbs in them, but they make things look so cozy, don't you think? This one is next to my kitchen sink. The DH wants to know if there will be any counter space left. HAHAHAHA!

That little plant? Wirevine. I thought maybe I could root it like ivy. Yeah, not so much. I called the local greenhouse to ask how to propagate it....you just stick a snip into the soil. I want to make a topiary with it. I'll try that next spring.



That dome-ish do-hickey? Goodwill. Oh how I do LOVE the GW. I think it was about five dollars. I've had it years.



Doesn't gingham photograph strangely? It always looks like op-art to me.

Little thrift store chair....beauty make-over. I found the needlepoint at a garage sale and I was determined to find a chair to use it on.....my kitchen is robin egg blue with bits of black.

The round topiary? Yep, coat hanger. Just bend it into a circle and add ivy.


For more DELISH Pink Posts please go see Miss Beverly at:

www.howsweetthesound.typepad.com


I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.

Be safe.

God bless you.

Huggies and Lovies,
Spencer
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44 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 7, 2009 at 12:50 AM

    Love all your photos... I have been on the watch for some of those vintage glass baskets!! Yours is so pretty...
    Hugz,
    Marilyn

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  2. AnonymousNovember 7, 2009 at 12:54 AM

    How beautiful! I love the crystal basket especially. You make everything look so cozy and welcoming. Hope you enjoy the weekend.

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  3. Castles Crowns and CottagesNovember 7, 2009 at 3:07 AM

    Good morning precious! Another sweet post of your wonderful finds and talents. Coat hanger, huh? I would have taken it to be a "real" topiary form from the nursery. You are a magic craft fairy, you are! Have a quiet, lovely weekend dear one! Anita

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  4. Sissie's Shabby CottageNovember 7, 2009 at 3:29 AM

    Love, love, love it all. Your flair for English Cottge decor is just what I love about your blog.
    The needlepoint chair is fantastic and oh, so cottagey. Your home looks so warm and inviting, thanks for letting us see it.
    Happy Pink Saturday.

    Come visit me too.

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  5. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)November 7, 2009 at 3:34 AM

    I love all your pretty viginettes! Your blog always looks so pretty! Cindy

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  6. akawestNovember 7, 2009 at 5:45 AM

    Congratulations on winning Mrs. Magpie's giveaway. I am enjoying my visit to your blog, and look forward to visiting often.

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 7, 2009 at 5:50 AM

    Love the pretty tray and the roses, also your terrerium is gorgeous. The chair is stunning with the touch of lace. Gorgeous pinks. Hugs, Marty

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  8. UnknownNovember 7, 2009 at 6:06 AM

    What a gorgeous Pink Saturday post. I love the music, the photographs and well swoon I just love that vase of pink roses. Pink roses are my passion. I hope you have a very Happy Pink Saturday.
    Karen

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  9. SmilingSallyNovember 7, 2009 at 6:12 AM

    Thank you, Spencer, for sharing. Happy Pink Saturday. And, congrats on winning Mrs. Magpie's giveaway!

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  10. Marsha @ Tattered ChickNovember 7, 2009 at 6:16 AM

    I just love that lamp!!! I would have lamps and clocks everywhere if I could . . . hubby thinks I have too much $*#! as it is, LOL

    Happy Pink Saturday!

    Hugs,
    Marsha

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  11. JaneNovember 7, 2009 at 6:18 AM

    All of your vignettes are lovely...you have a real eye for putting them together.
    Have a great weekend.
    Jane

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  12. AnonymousNovember 7, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday!! First, congrats on your win of Sheila's giveaway! What a sweet post she shared with us about that!! Second, I hope you are OK after the car accident!!! Third, I SO loved my visit in your cottage today...your thrifty finds look wonderful!

    Have a great weekend! Dana

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  13. ConnieNovember 7, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    Ooooh, Spencer, I love your little vignettes, honey! Especially that chair and bookcase... Just adorable.
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  14. Chatty CroneNovember 7, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    I was thinking over the blogs and the 'pink' and I realize that I don't have a lot of pink in my house, but I do love yours!

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  15. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 7, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    Hi Spencer (I love your name) your pink vignettes are so beautiful! I totally understand about lack of counter space in the kitchen. I have the same "thing".
    The black boxes are old deposit boxes from banks. I just love them I've had lots of shapes and si

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  16. CharNovember 7, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    Oh Spencer, your vignettes are something I could sit and admire all day. Very pretty, soft and interesting too. Lots of pretties there and a great job too. I love your lamps with the little bulbs, that's almost like candlelite, Happy PInk Saturday, Char

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  17. MollyeNovember 7, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Hi Spencer, I just read where you've won a huge and wonderful giveaway. Congrats. and btw I love and adore the gingham chair cover. All just so dainty and fresh. Hugs, Mollye

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  18. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 7, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    Hi Spencer, I'm working on my laptop and it has a mind of it's own, my comment was published before I was finished. LOL. anyway, they are deposit boxes from a bank. I was saying I have had other sizes and shapes that I have sold, but I think they are so interesting.
    Love all your pink vignettes, and the angel vine, so sweet and delicate. Have a wonderful Pink Saturday!
    Debra

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  19. SarahNovember 7, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    Hi, Spencer! I just popped over from The Quintessential Magpie where you won some delightful gifts. Congratulations! Hope you have a great day. Happy Pink Saturday! ~ Sarah

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  20. ♥Mimi♥November 7, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Pink is my favorite color - no other compares, so Pink Saturday is the day when I can sit back, look at sweet pink goodies and visit some of the most lovely blogs in cyberspace.

    Thank you for sharing your pinks with me today. They warmed my little pink ♥. Wishing you a wonderful and blessed weekend filled with the love of friends and family.

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  21. 2 DogsNovember 7, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    These pics are beautiful. You have a lovely touch! I love tiny lamps too but have noticed they are hard to find in this area. I'm wanting some and not sure where to find them. Have a great weekend.

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  22. C'est moi ClaudetteNovember 7, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    Hello Spencer. My dear friend Mrs Magpie told me to come over and meet you.
    You have a lovely blog. I love the pic of your mom. and we something in common. My cottage is totally PASTELS!! I just finished painting pink stripes on the ceiling. Sound weird, but it looks fab.
    Congratulations on winning a beautiful well thought out giveaway from my dear friend Shelia. Your going to love it all?
    Happy PS.. Love your cozy corners.
    Love Claudie
    xoxox

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  23. The Quintessential MagpieNovember 7, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    Hi, Spencer... you always have the cutest things on your blog. You know I love your cozy lamps and that cute chair with the black gingham fabric. Love the new toile tray, too, and all the other goodies in your post.

    gyou much love and all good wishes for a Happy Pink Saturday.

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  24. C'est moi ClaudetteNovember 7, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    MOG Spencer, You have my "SHOE AWARD". I made that and you have one. Congratulations again.
    I have to ask about the hand-painted island. Did you do it your self? I would love know how. My counter tops are on my TO DO list. Not sure what to do but this is gorgeous!.
    Thanks Spencer.
    Love Claudie
    xoxo
    P.S. I have a hard time commenting because I do not use my google account. Therefor if you would like to change your settings it's easy:

    1. Go to: Settings / Comments

    2. Find the following option: Who can comment?

    3. Choose "Anyone - includes Anonymous Users"
    xoxo

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  25. Jil~Say It With RosesNovember 7, 2009 at 8:06 AM

    HAPPY PINK SATURDAY!
    What pretty vignettes! Everything looks so cozy and sweet!
    Jil

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  26. MarigeneNovember 7, 2009 at 8:07 AM

    I just love seeing your vignettes. Are you going to be showing more of that beautiful little tole tray? :)

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  27. stefanieNovember 7, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    what a gorgeous home you have!!! hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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  28. AnonymousNovember 7, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Hi spencer what a lovley blog lucky you winning the prize at quintisential magpie happy pink saturday:)

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  29. BettyNovember 7, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday Spencer. I've enjoyed my peek at your pretty cottage!

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  30. vickieNovember 7, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday, congrats on your win from Quintisential Magpie! Love your pink post today.

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  31. ClaudiaNovember 7, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    Hello Spencer, Happy Pink Saturday! As always, I love seeing your vignettes and your lovely home. First - I love your tole trays! And I also love little lamps - I think they add so much warmth to a room. Lastly - congrats on your giveaway win!

    xo
    Claudia

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  32. UnknownNovember 7, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday, Spencer! I adore your beautiful vignettes! You always put things together so beautifully!

    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    xoxo,
    Tina

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  33. GwendolynKayNovember 7, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    Wonderful pink vinettes! All is so pretty and charming. that ivy would make a nice topiary.
    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Gwen

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  34. TaraNovember 7, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    Very pretty vignettes! I also read you won a giveaway, congratulations, it's a beautiful goodie basket for you! Happy Pink Saturday Spencer!

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  35. GraceNovember 7, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday. I was having some tea and just reading previous posts. Pretty blog. Grace

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  36. PatriciaNovember 7, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    I love your corner with the beautiful chair - it looks like a lovely place to read. I have enjoyed my visit to your blog and Happy Pink Saturday. I hope you have a wonderful new week.

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  37. JenniferNovember 7, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    Happy Pink Sat!What beautiful pinks you have. Love all your vignettes so pretty.Have a great weekend.Hugs,Jen

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  38. SueNovember 7, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Hi Spencer....I just love whenever you mention your darling daughter....aren't they the best how they listen to us and then surprise us with the most wonderful things....give her a big hug from me please!!

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  39. BarbaraNovember 8, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    Spencer, Love the little lamps. Great post.

    Barbara

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  40. AnonymousNovember 8, 2009 at 2:47 AM

    I love your little corners and how they are decorated :-)And that chair, beautiful and looks comfy too! :-)

    Mizpah,
    Li

    Congratulations on your win on Sheila's blog. The way she described you and made that post made me think it was perfect for you too :-)

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  41. Castles Crowns and CottagesNovember 8, 2009 at 4:16 AM

    Good morning darlin'!
    Thanks for coming around the fireside to get ready for a little story telling! Bellemere cottage doesn't have a hearth? YOUR HEART my dearest, is more cozy and warm than any large hearth around. God bless you, Anita

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  42. Edie Marie's AtticNovember 8, 2009 at 5:05 AM

    Hi Spencer!

    I had so much fun catching up on your incredible posts! I LOVE little lamps too! That soft glow makes my heart feel good. my DH is always going around after me turning lights off & I'm turning them back on LOL. You have so many beautiful treasures, as does your daughter. What a wonderful home she has.

    Spencer your tutorials on sewing are the best I've EVER seen! The slipcover is so much easier that any I've made in the past. I have to make a slipcover for a loveseat for my darling DIL and I'm going to use your technique. your pillows are fab too.

    May I post your slipcover tutorial on my sidebar & link it to that post of yours?? I want the whole world to see your technique!

    big hugs, Sherry

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  43. VickiNovember 8, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    Hello, Spencer,
    You have a lovely cottage home!! I loved looking at all of your pretty vignettes! I am a little late getting around to every one's Pink Saturday posts, but I hope you are having a beautiful weekend! Blessings to you! Vicki

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  44. The Quintessential MagpieNovember 8, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Hi, Spence! I'm back to say if you see this, I'm going to need your mailing info so I can ready your pressies for you! Email it to me if you would. :-)

    Thanks...

    XO,

    Sheila

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Sweet and dear little Chickies....thank you so much for your comments. I read each and every one. I always try to make a return visit........sometimes I fail miserably... but you're alllll soooo special to me!

Many, many hugs!
Spencer

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