Grey Dey Thursdey

I thought I would pop in and do a quick post.

I have been wanting to change the lampshade on my night stand, but couldn't
spend much money so what was my solution?

A ruffled, cotton Hollister skirt from the Goodwill for 2.50.

I assured the lady who was at the checkout that I was NOT going to wear it.

{it was awful short for these legs!}

She told me that she doesn't judge...haha!

It was too big around the waist so I had to do some folding to make it fit the shade, but
I managed to get it done. I am thinking now that is just may be "too foofy" and full, but
I do love the color. I may tweak it , but for now it is what it is.

Linking up with Petite Michelle Louise and Grey Dey.

From Drab to FAB ~

I did an instant makeover yesterday that I ended up LOVING! This is the final result...

I started with a very short skirt (that I had purchased at the Goodwill for $2.50 with just this idea in mind) It is loaded with ruffles in a thin white flowing fabric (and looks new) ~

I slipped it over the top of this lampshade ~Tucked it all in at the top ~

Added another rose pin and ended up with this beautiful result.

Instant lampshade makeover. I just LOVE it ~

Repurpose something today and you will love the satisfaction you

get from not running out and buying it already made...

Blessings~

Simple Lampshade Embellishment ~

Things of *BEAUTY* are to be shared and enjoyed and not hidden away ~ I was thinking today how much antique lace I have just laying in piles away from the unseeing eye and I realized I MUST get some of these out to use everyday.

This piece of lace was just the perfect size to lay around the top of my lampshade. I took a beautiful ribbon rose pin that I purchased some time ago from Meadowstreet and I pinned it to the lace. I absolutely LOVE the look ! I am finding myself drawn to more creams, taupes, and browns. They have such a calming effect on me. I think I may be moving away from so much pink...did I say that? Never thought I would! ~

Erica embellished this pin with seam binding ribbon, antique buttons and a tiny key charm...too cute!

This was just a simple embellishment , but it made a big difference in my living room. Have a beautiful day. Blessings~

Neutral Shades of Inspiration ~

I do love my *PINK* , but I also love neutral tones in my decor. Most of these pictures were taken in my living/dining room. Love this wreath hanging on a huge old mirror ~ My favorite lampshade ~

The best lampshade finial ever that is on the lampshade above ~

A picture in my home that fits right in my decor ~

Love this old book titled *MILDRED*...isn't she beautiful ~

I purchased this mitten garland several years ago and it is still one of my favorite decorating pieces. It is made with old tin ceiling tile and has tallow berries on the mittens and giant leaves (maybe magnolia) strung between them. The leaves were green at one time, but not anymore. Love it!

I woke up to more snow again and I just want winter to be over. Usually I really don't mind winter, but I think we have had more than our fair share this year. I know I need to be thankful that I even woke up today and that I am alive so I will try to focus on that...but please no more snow...:)

Today is my day to watch my sweetie granddaughter *ANNIKA* so I must get busy if I am to get anything else done before she arrives. Blessings to you all today ~

Lady Statue Lamp

I absolutely love this lamp that I found a few months ago at an antique store. The color goes perfectly in my living room and looks so "french" to me and I love french style decor right now. From the gorgeous finial on top of the lamp to the wonderful tassels on the lampshade...I just adore it!

I found this cute vintage alarm clock at a garage sale this year for $1.00. I didn't see it my first time around , but luckily I spied it on my second round. It fits right in with my lamp and french style living room. Enjoy!