The Hidden List

Better Than The Alternative

kelley — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 07:37:32 +0000

Today I’m another year older…and as my mother always reminds me, “It’s better than the alternative…”

I would agree!

Last weekend I had some of my very best friends in town and they surprised me with a little celebration. We had dinner on Saturday night and all shared an impromptu chocolate sack with a candle on top. Delicious!

My precious friend, Mary Charles, (much to my objection) asked that everyone participate in their family tradition and go around the table and share what the birthday girl means to them. I wanted to crawl under the table…I’m the one who’s suppose to honor my friends…not the other way around!! But I bit my lip and listened to my precious friends words. As uncomfortable as it was, it was the most precious gift anyone could have ever given me. It just drove home what I already know…my greatest blessings in life are my friends.

So today…I’m embracing that I’m blessed with another year…Happy Birthday to me!

Do you have birthday traditions? What’s your favorite way to honor your friends? If you had one wish for your birthday, what would it be?

Tomorrow I’ll have my regular “That’s A Wrap” post!

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Party In A Box

kelley — Thu, 31 May 2012 07:03:29 +0000

How much fun are these confetti rings?

These are actual pieces of confetti that are covered in resin, making them great gifts for any celebration. They way that they’re packaged makes them even more special!

Find them at Twinklebird’s etsy shop.

No Fuelin’

kelley — Wed, 30 May 2012 07:01:47 +0000

Nissan recently commissioned an interesting installation in Australia to honor their 100% electric ”Leaf“. James Dive transformed 40 gas pumps to create “A World Without Petrol”.

Among the items transformed were a television, popcorn machine, balloon stand and a London telephone booth.

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Backyard Plans

kelley — Tue, 29 May 2012 18:45:03 +0000

One of Dallas’ most beautiful high-end antique, furnishings, art and accessories store, Blue Print, is having a backyard sale this Saturday, complete with margaritas, taco truck, music and amazing deals!

I’m excited to be able to give you a sneak peek of some of the goodies that will be part of the sale!

colorful linen napkins…Chinoiserie side chair…Set of 8 blue leather and chrome chairs

Art!

Round white lacquered table…Claw foot stools…Set of 8 modern grey leather armchairs

Yellow square upholstered ottoman

Set of 4 green leather chairs on casters

I can’t wait to see ALL of the goods at the Blue Print sale! Hope to see you there on Saturday!

That’s A Wrap

kelley — Fri, 25 May 2012 07:46:14 +0000

It’s Friday! AND we get an extra day this weekend! I have friends coming in town to stay with me, so I can’t wait for them to get here! What are you doing over the long weekend?

Here’s a few things that caught my eye this week…

These over-sized clips make it easy to change art often.

Urban Outfitters has a big supply of pool toys that are just our size!

Push to add drama

This week’s food art!

Is anyone else starting an addiction with Instagram?

I’ve been trying to eat very healthy lately. Here’s a book that would be helpful these days!

Make your own color block ballet flats!

Confession…This Texas girl loves Italian meatballs!

Are you following me on Pinterest? This cocktail recipe I found there may be perfect for Memorial Day pool time!

Have a safe and fun Memorial Day weekend, ya’ll! I’ll see you back here next Tuesday!

Snap To It

kelley — Thu, 24 May 2012 07:01:09 +0000

I’m a huge fan of using vintage clipboards to display collections. Not long ago I found a journal at a flea market that an art teacher kept with miniature versions of her art projects that she taught in the classroom. I think these pages would be the perfect collection to display on old clipboards. I may be selling them as a complete set at Stash’s next sale at market (in June) since I don’t have enough wall space to display them in my home. (More info coming soon about that sale!)

Here’s a few examples of great art displays on clipboards…

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Sometimes it’s hard to find old clipboards…I know, you can always find new ones, but isn’t it more fun to find old ones for 25 cents at garage sales?…SO, I thought I would include a great DIY that I think looks great!

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This clipboard actually doesn’t start with a clipboard at all! It starts with a mini chalkboard which allows you to create a unique boarder around your art! Here’s a quick video tutorial that anyone can do! Even if you’re not the artsy-craftsy type…

I love following EZ from Creature Comforts blog, which is where these these DIY videos came from. You’ll love following her too!

What’s your favorite way to display art collections? Do you ever change out displays? What’s your favorite way to do this?

Take The High Road

kelley — Wed, 23 May 2012 07:08:24 +0000

The best piece of art for a nursery or child’s room? A map!

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Maps are great in grown-up rooms too…

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Would you hang a map in your home?

Glow And Tell

kelley — Tue, 22 May 2012 07:32:45 +0000

I love this little neon cross-body bag to rock the current neon trend without breaking the bank!

Find it here.

Let’s Play Pool

kelley — Mon, 21 May 2012 07:35:12 +0000

Let’s stop busting the kid’s pool toys and get some of our own! Urban Outfitters brings us fun blow-up floats that are just our size!

Find all of Urban Outfitter’s pool toys here.

I just spent a large part of the night by the pool with my great neighbors and best friends… Happy times!

Do you have a pool where all of the neighbors gather? What’s your favorite way to chill out with your neighbors? What are the perfect ingredients for a summer outdoor gathering?

That’s A Wrap

kelley — Sat, 19 May 2012 18:30:16 +0000

OK…I still have not planted herbs for my deck. Perhaps I’ll get it done this weekend. I wish I had these natural twig herb markers to make my pots a bit more special.

Make your city better. The Urban Etiquette Project

Helen Lang’s fun alphabet posters make me happy.

More ways to say good-bye to a child…or anyone, for that matter…

One of each, please!

Cheese plate markers for your party.

This rustic chocolate pie is beautiful and sounds delicious!

I had a great time at the Grand Opening celebration of Jonathan Adler‘s new Dallas store! You must check it out soon! It’s so happy!

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