Unique Unique Design

I think it was Friday afternoon when I asked my husband if he wanted to drive down to Round Top early Saturday morning. His first response after first hand experience helping us with shows in that very area was, “Isn’t it going to be very hot?”   I told him, of course, it was, but the show was in an A/C building. Well, in that case he was willing to go. So up before 5a.m. and off we went. Our only stop on the way was in West, home of the famous Czech bakeries. We made it down there in pretty good time and arrived shortly after the show opened. The first friends we ran into were Judy and Billy. Pete (my DH) and Billy got a chance to catch up a little, since they hadn’t seen each other in awhile. Around the corner we ran into Brian and Melonie from Seedbox Antiques, then Alison and her husband from Ennis, Tx. Down the row was Linda’s booth from Willow Nest, then Peg and Jon of French Vanilla fame. A little further on were Theresa C. (blogger extraordinaire) and her husband, and back up front we visited Carolyn Westbrook’s lovely space.  Now these were just the folks showing. We, also, ran into Portia and her very very nice husband Jeff (who loves nothing more than shopping for all this wonderful “stuff” and moving it around their home! Actually he’d much rather do this than play golf!)  Jeff, if you read this I will post a correction in my next post!! Pete, also, got to hang with Jeff some too, so between Billy and Jeff his day wasn’t nearly as boring as it could have been. We ran into the very talented Mom and daughter team Luanne and Kaci from Patina Green. It’s always fun to see them. A special surprise was running into Sandra who used to do the “Possibilities” show with us down there. Here son was just starting at West Point when we quit doing the show. He has since graduated from there and is now serving in Iraq. Sandra said he’s not in the safest area, so you might keep him and his unit in your prayers. I know there is someone we saw that I’m forgetting and I apologize. Between old age and heat. I’m fortunate to remember all I do. Since it was at least 100 degrees down there, the A/C in the building was a bit lacking. I, also, realized later that I got caught up talking and forgot to get pics of some of the above mentioned booths. I spent so much time in Linda’s booth looking at the fabulous art of Ludmil’s daughter and totally forgot about pics. Again, I’m sorry. But, here are the few I did manage to get. Hope they’ll give you a hint of what you missed.

look at Judy’s lampshades!! Cute!

Judy again…simple bottle with greenery

 

Statue in great old birdcage.

Judy had a lot of her really wonderful bedding and linen line there. When I got to  taking pics, there were a lot of people in there, so couldn’t get any shots of it. You do need to check it out on her website at J. Hill Designs.

This is the only pic I got in Brian and Melonie’s booth of the Seed Box Antiques. Isn’t this floor lamp great and what about that shade!

 

By the time we found Theresa’s booth from Garden Antqs Vintage, her booth had really sold down. A lot was already gone, so I tried to get some shots of individual groups or things.  Love all the old silver.

Sweet face of deer

nice old bottles and apothecary bottles

Carolyn Westbrook’s spot had this wonderful vintage couch. There was a matching chair that I didn’t get a pic of.

Some of her bedding line…a very pretty green.

Some botanicals and a cool crusty old chalk piece.

Carolyn will be having a show at her home. I will try to post the info on our event calendar in the next day or two.

I have to say I’m glad we made the last minute decision to go down there. We enjoyed the show, the friends we ran into, and we, also, bought some nice merchandise.

The computer was finally up and running with some changes that totally challenged this computer challenged person. I think I’m figuring out and relearning these new systems…..slowly but surely. But, then our box (I’m pretty sure that’s not the technical term) that Verizon Fios comes into our house on went out. So, then they had to ship us another. Needless to say I’ve been on the computer very little the last 2 weeks or so. I believe the worst is over. It is amazing how hooked you get on having this machine and connecting to everything and everyone.

Even though the computer wasn’t working  doesn’t mean we weren’t. We just finished a wedding this past Saturday. I have a few pics, but not the best shots and not all the stuff was photographed. Our friend Deanie did the church bouquets and all the attendants bouquets and “boots” and bridal bouquet. The flowers were beautiful. Deanie does a great job.

These first pics are at her house the day before the wedding. She was putting stuff together and we were making decisions on some different things with the flowers.

These roses are beautiful. The red ones are really a beautiful deep pink. They look darker and redder on my computer.

                

These are in the cooler waiting to be arranged. Lilies, snaps, delphinium. callas.

       

Deanie at the church working on large arrangement

 

We tied old silver teapots on the end of the pews with the flowers in them,

wedding cake just arrived at the reception.

another view

small arrangement with Mother’s glass compote

looking down the buffet tables. You can’t really tell by the pics, but we used all glass, mirror, and old acrylic serving pieces and tables, except for one wrought iron table and one cloth covered small table.

You can’t see the other mosaic mirrored table, but it looked great with what you can see.

groom’s cake and strawberries.

I never got a pic of the head table or guest tables. Like I said my pics aren’t very good. It’s hard to see the full effect. We were, also, on a very tight budget, so somewhat limited. It was alot of work, but all seemed pleased. My granddaughter, Madi, worked with us all day and was a huge help. Mayron worked like crazy keeping everything under control and doing all the rental stuff. Of course, Deanie did an excellent job.

We wish the Happy Couple a wonderful life together!!

Now to try and catch up on some blogs!!!!!

My motherboard went out on my computer last week. Of course, Mr. Computer was out of town, so I’ve been somewhat out of touch. He’s home and got me hooked up to my mini notebook, but something is amok. He hasn’t had a chance to get it all figured out yet. So, here I sit not knowing how to do anything. He’s the expert, I’m the computer illiterate!!!   I can’t even get to all my info, although, he has retrieved it. It’s just not available to me. Maybe by this week end we will have it more under control. Mayron and I do have a wedding this week end, so won’t have lots of available time. Please be patient and we will be back. I’m not even going to blogs because of the slowness of this. Wow, does that make you feel out of touch.

Weather prevented us from making it to Judy’s show. What a disappointment. I have talked to her, though, to see how things went. We did hear comments (great, of course!) from some who actually were able to make it. Did make it to Portia and Gina’s show on Friday. Had fun visiting with them and things looked fabulous, considering all the weather they had to deal with. Mayron and I, also, went to Winnie and Tulula’s opening. Everything looked fantastic and a great crowd there. I do have a few pics of these 2 shows, but not sure I can edit them and get them up. I will as soon as all this is working again.

Now, I’m going to try and put a picture up just so this isn’t too boring. BUT, if there isn’t one following this you will know I was unsuccessful.

Wonderful Italian stone urn surrounded by white impatiens…..very inviting!

Southern Accents

We love green. Most of my house and our merchandise is done in whites, grays, and neutrals so it probably sounds strange to hear we both love green. There is just something about it and it especially stands out beautifully with the above mentioned neutrals. Think about a bowl of limes or granny smith apples waiting to be made into homemade applesauce. What about a field of young wheat on a spring day, or a bunch of pale green hydrangea….beautiful. I love watching a brand new fern frond unfurl. (say that fast 5 times !) So, this post is about the beauty of green objects. Some are outside, some inside but all stunning in their simplicity and striking contrast against a neutral palette.

the lime

photo fm flickr-library man

apples and moss ball

limes and chalk chunks

       

very striking centerpiece with just limes, hydrangea, and glass water pitcher

veranda

tablescape-limes, cloches, large leaves

grapes and dogwood and sunlight

not complex…just branches in glass on nice table

elle decor

 

gorgeous and look at those great chairs

veranda

 

a study in contrasts. is this art?

veranda

 

rust, gold, green, and glads

just that touch of green!

veranda

how fabulous are these glass stools by philippe starck?

veranda

preparing for a party for a Veranda Show House

 

patio from same show house. white and green, simple but stunning

 

concrete and green plants….a winning combo

house beautiful

rustic and wonderful

veranda

And last but not least, here is a very pretty limelight hydrangea!

That is our idea of green. There are so many more pictures I could add, some from magazines, some from our own stuff. Hope you enjoyed our green journey. Now, go eat some green grapes with an Irish friend and watch “Fried Green Tomatoes”.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here comes another show!!! Our friends Portia and Gina are having their Annual Antique Garden Show in Portia’s lovely backyard. The date they have set is June 11th. This will be open from 6-9pm for dealers and designers. (so, all you dealers from this area that might go to Judy’s sale will still be able to make it back to Dallas and catch this). Friday they open the show to everyone starting at 9am-4pm. Here are just a few of the things you can expect to find: concrete including birdbaths, statues, urns, also, birdcages, artwork, shell art, furniture, architecturals, ironwork and more.  Check out Gina’s blog for ongoing news and our event calendar for more details. You can e-mail Portia at portia@tx.rr.com for any ?’s.

 

This pic was taken in March so I’m sure alot has changed in Portia’s yard, but make sure you mark your calendars for this show. You’ll be glad you did!

Now for an  update on J Hill Designs. Judy has redone her website and changed the address. If you click on our link to her you will get the new address. Not only has she redone her website, Judy has entered the world of blogging, so stop on by and give her a BIG welcome.  The blog is linked to her website.

There you go ladies and gentlemen…….a new blog and two great shows you need to get to!!!

See you there!