FYI: Knack Christmas Ornamentals
I can't believe it is that time of year again! Thanksgiving and Christmas are upon us, and it just seems to have happened overnight! I am really ready for Thanksgiving....which is my favorite holiday of all.....and then Christmas just seems like it is going to be extra special this year. I have to admit {much to my husbands delight!}.....that I feel like putting up the Christmas tree a little early this year!When I was thinking about what I wanted to do for the Knack "ornamentals" this year.....I came up with this plan to use wooden cubes...and paint and paper on them, taping off stripes and designs, maybe a little glitter, and I really wanted them to be little art pieces for your Christmas tree.Well, I relayed all of the info in my head to Ann and she took off with it! Look at these beauties she has created! I love every one of them and am struggling with wanting to keep all of them for my own tree! Ann's favorite medium is collage, and these little pieces really show off her gift. I love them.I will have all of the ornaments available next week in the Knack showroom and the etsy shop! You will want to keep an eye out....and act fast! The "ornamentals" are limited quantities and sell out quickly every year. I have a feeling this year will be extra fast!xo,Barb
Introductions: A chest of drawers named "Enfys"
This little maple chest was cute...but not very exciting.........at all. I have been so busy with custom work lately that I have not had the opportunity to paint my own pieces....and so it was a real treat for me to be able to finally execute this design plan that has been in my head. I love triangles ....and I am totally digging these bright colors together. It is one of my very favorite new color combinations! {you will see more of this combo very soon in the Knack Christmas ornaments that are in production at this very moment!}I named this lovely piece "Enfys" which is Welsh for rainbow......and this piece reminds me of a rainbow with big white fluffy clouds. It's how my mind works folks :}Hope you all have a great Monday!xo,Barb
Etcetera: "NERD" letters and Miss Mustard Seed Winners
Today my husband and I are taking a little trip to the mountains to deliver the "NERD" letters {yes, they sold...and I will miss them!} and the red wire chairs to their new home. I have heard that this place is amazing ......a farm tucked back in the mountains complete with fainting goats, donkeys, horses, chickens........so, we can't wait to see it....and I am proud that a little Knack will live in such a beautiful place!Now, the news you have all been waiting for! The two winners of a Miss Mustard Seed book are:1. Meagan #262. Lisa Kahn #56CONGRATS you guys!! Please send me your info so I can get your books out to you ASAP!Have a great weekend!xo,Barb
Found Goodness: New Pillows at Knack
I just got these little beauties in at the shop this week! They are so soft, and I love the stitching detail on them. I feel like this pattern gives a nod to trend while at the same time remaining completely traditional. I love it when that combination happens, because then it is truly timeless!Pillows are a great way to add a pop of color to any room and are easily moved around and changed out to keep things fresh! Stop by the shop to see these lovely new additions, as well as some new mirrors, and of course the new furniture friends!{ Pillows are Large 18" square- 55.00, Small 12 x 18 " rectangle 45.00. Available for purchase in store, or shipping nationwide}xo,Barb
FYI: Miss Mustard Seed and her book "Inspired You: Letting God Breathe New Life Into Your Heart and Home"
Today is a super exciting day for my sweet friend Marian....affectionately known as Miss Mustard Seed! Today is the official release day for her new book "Inspired You: Letting God Breathe New Life Into Your Heart and Home" published by Thomas Nelson. Woo Hoo! I am so excited for Marian and want to offer my congrats on a job well done!It was such a privilege for me to sit down and spend a couple of hours reading "Inspired You: Letting God Breathe New Life Into Your Heart and Home" from cover to cover. I found myself laughing out loud at Marian's wonderful sense of humor that is spread throughout the entire book......like the story about refinishing her floors while pregnant and jumping around in a cardboard box!.....and I found myself encouraged by her can do spirit, her work ethic, and her gumption. I also found myself challenged by her message of contentment, and her spirit of hospitality. I have been thinking a lot lately about hospitality, and Marian's book drove that very thought home......simple ways to make your home comfortable for you and your family while at the same time inviting to others.Of course, there are all kinds of wonderful tutorials that give step by step instructions on how to sew a slip cover, paint & wax furniture, and so much more! I highly recommend this book to anyone and everyone. It is truly a delight, and will enrich the lives and hearts of all who read it!Now comes the fun part ......TWO of you will win one of Miss Mustard Seed's books! I will be giving away two books! Woot! All you need to do is leave a comment here....and I will pick the winners on Friday! Lucky you!xo,Barb
Introductions: A beautiful blue girl named "eleanor"
Well.....when I said I would get this post up "later today".......I had no idea it meant this "later".......but today was absolutely crazy, and I have just now sat down to blog and post pictures from today :} Shawew!Without further "ado" I would like to introduce you to "Eleanor". Oh, hey pretty lady! Miss Eleanor is hand painted in a custom milk paint color mixed by yours truly and finished off with a flat polyurethane and some smashing knob goodness.Miss Eleanor was available for sale this weekend at Open Studios.......and she was spotted......claimed....and is headed out the studio door tomorrow to see if she matches the paintings and the chase lounge in her new home......pretty sure she will be staying....but if not.....she will be in the etsy shop soon! I'll keep you posted!xo,Barb