le Vintage Violet

God is so good - Our life is in His hands

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 11:57:00 +0000

This was sent to my Facebook page by a friend and I thought it was so inspiring that I placed the post here for you to read.

**A picture began circulating in November. It should be "The Picture of the Year," or perhaps, "Picture of the Decade." It won't be. In fact, unless you obtained a copy of the U.S. paper which published it, you probably would never have seen it.

The picture is that of a 21-week-old unborn baby named Samuel Alexander Armas, who is being operated on by surgeon named Joseph Bruner. The baby was diagno...sed with spina bifida and would not survive if removed from his mother's womb. Little Samuel's mother, Julie Armas, is an obstetrics nurse in Atlanta. She knew of Dr. Bruner's remarkable surgical procedure. Practicing at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, he performs these special operations while the baby is still in the womb.

During the procedure, the doctor removes the uterus via C-section and makes a small incision to operate on the baby. As Dr. Bruner completed the surgery on Samuel, the little guy reached his tiny, but fully developed hand through the incision and firmly grasped the surgeon's finger. Dr. Bruner was reported as saying that when his finger was grasped, it was the most emotional moment of his life, and that for an instant during the procedure he was just frozen, totally immobile.

The photograph captures this amazing event with perfect clarity. The editors titled the picture, "Hand of Hope." The text explaining the picture begins, "The tiny hand of 21-week-old fetus Samuel Alexander Armas emerges from the mother's uterus to grasp the finger of Dr. Joseph Bruner as if thanking the doctor for the gift of life."

Little Samuel's mother said they "wept for days" when they saw the picture. She said, "The photo reminds us pregnancy isn't about disability or an illness, it's about a little person" Samuel was born in perfect health, the operation 100 percent successful. Now see the actual picture, and it is awesome...incre dible....and hey, pass it on! The world needs to see this one!

New Year Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:45:00 +0000

Win a Personal Planner - scroll down to see how

Would you like to add some colour to your workday at the same time as making your planner more efficient and that bit more personal?

If so, Personal Planner has a great idea I think you’ll love!

Their planners provide you with endless design possibilities.

You can change colour, text and design on front/back cover as well as inlay.

There are also clever boxes for to-do list, gym session, preschool, idea of the week and weather. Friend’s and family member’s birthdays can also be added to the inlay directly from Facebook. They print and deliver the finished product directly to our your doorstep.

Here are a few things that I like about these planners:

Design the front/back cover
Tons of ways to design the inside to suit your style & needs
Add friends & family members birthdays to the inlay
Choose between 4 different sizes
You pick the start date
And best of all its fun and easy

To have a chance at winning your personally designed Personal Planner:

Comment below and give me a good reason why you want the planner
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like them on facebookand Tweet this post

Opportunity begins 15/01/13 and ends 31/01/13 - be quick!

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 05:18:00 +0000

Retro Recipe Card

A little Kitch for the Kitchen

apple pie

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:16:00 +0000

apple pie......mmmmm

Fresh, juicy apples painted into a pie - this is my first painting for my handpainted Dessert Book.

I am in the process of painting five books - one for each of my children and one for me.

I'm a great believer in creating art from the heart to hand on to my future grandchildren.

I am going to post a picture of each as I go and include the recipe - just in case you want to have a go and make the yummy desserts for your family.

apple pie

Oh la la ~ Macaroons

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:28:00 +0000

"A worldwide symbol of dainty indulgence, the macaroon seduces tastebuds and practically invites itself onto our plates"

Jose Marechal

Classic Macaroons ~ how delicious!

Recipe

An Artistic Array

It has been said that like a frothy Chanel frock, a macaroon is a work of art.

In every respect this almond based sweet is a metaphor for the esteemed principles of couture: they’re gorgeous, delicious and exclusive, which explains why the macaroon is perceived as the ultimate style icon of the culinary world.

Pastel Delicious

Scrumdiddleyumptious!

Belle Petit Fleur ~ Artist of the Month

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 03:56:00 +0000

ALEX CARMAN

BELLE PETIT FLEUR

A stay-at-home mum, who likes to spend what little spare time she has

creating delectable jewelry guaranteed to inspire and delight!

APRICOT FLEUR HEADBAND

I highly recommend these items from Alex ~ they make wonderful gifts for any age!

I purchased some myself recently and they are VERY reasonably priced,

beautifully made

and look stunning on ~ quite vintage looking!

Check them out at Belle Petit Fleur

ROMANCE BOBBY TRIO

CRYSANTHEMUM VINTAGE EAR CANDY

Items can also be purchased at the Fullarton Plant & Craft Market (SA only)

on the 4th Saturday of every month.

See website for details: http://www.fullartonmarket.com.au/.

The Band Perry - If I Die Young

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:47:00 +0000

I absolutely love this band and this song ~ fantastic ~ just have to buy this Album!

Lyrics

If I die young bury me in satin

Lay me down on a bed of roses

Sink me in the river at dawn
Send me away with the words of a love song

oh oh oh oh

Lord make me a rainbow, I’ll shine down on my mother

She'll know I’m safe with you when she stands under my colors, oh and

Life ain't always what you think it ought to be, no

ain't even grey, but she buries her baby

The sharp knife of a short life, well

I’ve had just enough time

If I die young bury me in satin

Lay me down on a bed of roses

Sink me in the river at dawn

Send me away with the words of a love song

The sharp knife of a short life, well

I’ve had just enough time

And I’ll be wearing white when I come into your kingdom

I’m as green as the ring on my little cold finger

I’ve never known the lovin' of a man

But it sure felt nice when he was holding my hand

There’s a boy here in town says he’ll love me forever

Who would have thought forever could be severed by

The sharp knife of a short life, well

I’ve had just enough time

So put on your best boys and I’ll wear my pearls

What I never did is done

A penny for my thoughts, oh no I’ll sell them for a dollar

They're worth so much more after I’m a goner

And maybe then you’ll hear the words I been singin’

Funny when you're dead how people start listenin’

If I die young bury me in satin

Lay me down on a bed of roses

Sink me in the river at dawn

Send me away with the words of a love song

oh oh

The ballad of a dove

Go with peace and love

Gather up your tears, keep ‘em in your pocket

Save them for a time when your really gonna need 'em oh

The sharp knife of a short life, well

I’ve had just enough time

So put on your best boys and I’ll wear my pearls

Showcasing Handpainted Rubie Dubie Designs

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:23:00 +0000

These darling little dresses have just been listed on my Etsy store - Rubie Dubie Designs

I will be continuing to paint many funky floral designsfor the little princess in your life.

They are made with excellent quality fabrics and custom painted

with the most delicious flowers and other unique designs.

They are sold at the very reasonable amount of $45 plus postage.

If you would like a custom design please email me at karengrant@writeme.com

and I will create one especially for you.

Lazy Daisy

Alexandra Bear

Roses Roses

Iris

Handpainted Childrens' Aprons

Bec Clarke Creations

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:19:00 +0000

This weeks featured artist is

Bec Clarke.

Bec hails from Tumbarumba in NSW, Australia

her Etsy is

Bec Clarke Creations

Bec sells delightful items in her Etsy shop,

including these wonderful little patterns

or these wonderful fat quarters!

what are you waiting for....go, take a look!

ALIHSEE BLOGSPOT

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:18:00 +0000

Make sure you check out this beautiful Bloggy by

Alexandra Carman

http://alihsee.blogspot.com/

Alex rewards her bloggy readers by offering beautiful GIVEAWAYS

Don't miss out ~ become a follower today ~

for the opportunity of reading many interesting posts and taking part in

her GIVEAWAYS.

WHITE CHOCOLATE LEMON MYRTLE CHEESECAKE

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:02:00 +0000

My SCRUMDIDDLIUMCIOUS

White Chocolate Lemon Myrtle Cheesecake

will soon be included in a cookbook published by Pacific Magazines

along with many other wonderful 'reader' recipes.

SOOOO EXCITED!!

I'll let you know when and where you can

put your hands on a copy as soon as it is on the shelf.

Rubie Dubie Designs

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:46:00 +0000

My NEW SHOP!

featuring

Childrens clothing, Shu Shus and Accessories ~ Handmade in Australia from quality Vintage and New fabric.

EENSY WEENSY DESIGNS

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 04:41:00 +0000

GIVEAWAY!!!

Be the first customer at

EENSY WEENSY DESIGNS

by Alex Carman

http://eensyweensydesigns.etsy.com/

and you will have the blessing of choosing from these lovely giveaway items

~ you will also need to leave a comment on this post and let me know which of her items you love the best ~

A set of 6 Beautiful Butterfly Sillouette Cards

A set of 6 Awesome Cupcake Cards

HANDPAINTED SHOES

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:37:00 +0000

GORGUS! GORGUS! GORGUS!

I painted these today and will be listing them in my ARTSHUSHUS shop on Etsy

http://www.artshus.etsy.com/

TWINS by Karen Grant

A beautiful Sepia tone design on Antique White background.

They are handpainted using quality Australian made and owned Archival Acrylics

onto 100% cotton, comfy slip-ons.

Only One of a Kind designs - not repeated!

They are works of Art

and a unique 'Fashion Statement'

Email me if you are interested in having unique

designer handpainted Artshus.

karengrant@writeme.com

BE`BE GOOGOO

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:13:00 +0000

TAKE A LOOK

at my latest creations at

http://www.etsy.com/shop/BebeGoogoo

A unique treasury where you will find my original designs,
handmade cards, notelets and signed 'Limited Edition' artworks.

BE`BE GOOGOO

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 01:56:00 +0000

Welcome to my newest creation ~ BE`BE GOOGOO

GORGUS handmade Baby Thankyou cards featuring unique

Vintage baby designs.

These beautiful little note cards are perfect to give to a new mum as a unique gift ~ it will be a real blessing for her not to have to spend precious time in purchasing a thankyou note in response to baby gifts.

The little feet and vintage baby designs are individually cut and applied to each card.

Each card is printed using archival ink onto acid free card with a separate sheet

of quality fine paper insert for a message.

The set consists of 3 of each design and include their own little envelope for giving,

packed neatly into a cellophane bag.

They are priced at $10 USD and shipped free to you ~
PAYMENT may be made through PAYPAL
email karengrant@writeme.com

SHOES TO LIVE FOR!

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:47:00 +0000

I would love a pair of these classy SHU SHUS!

Is there anyone out there who can tell me where I can get the PRECIOUS??

This picture is courtesy of April In Paris Shoe Boutique

They have sold out!

Woe is me :(

Shoes Glorious Shoes

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 07:13:00 +0000

GORGUS! GORGUS! GORGUS!

painted for my pleasure and yours onto archival quality canvas ~ perfect displayed together in black frames ~ the makings of a trendy, chicky different Art Ensemble

OH SO GLAMOROUS

look for them under Artshus or Decorative Delights

Don't you just love Vintage Shoes?

These two are right up there in the 'fave' category for me

What about this GORGUS Polkadot Vintage??

she wants the 'precious'

WINTER RED

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 22:49:00 +0000

I found the dress of my 'Winter Dreams'.

Is there anyone out there who has this dress

and would like to share it with me??

Perhaps you sew and would like to make me one?

GONE CUPCAKE MAD!

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 22:58:00 +0000

I can't resist painting them ~ they're sooooo DELICIOUS!

ROSEY CUPCAKES

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 11:54:00 +0000

MORE CUPCAKE YUMNESS

I know ~ you just want to eat them ~ right?

Aren't they just DELICIOUS?

I painted these yesterday and

think I will frame them

what do you think?

AUSSIE ETSIANS and BLOGGERS

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:39:00 +0000

Aussie Weekly Showcase

Want your creations showcased?

Post your details here

for your Etsy shop and Bloggy

and I will showcase three per week on the
WEEKLY AUSSIE ETSIANS SHOWCASE
(link above)

The showcase will change each Friday evening

and I will notify you when yours is up!

SPREAD THE LUUUVE

NURSERY PAINTINGS

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:38:00 +0000

FOR ALEX AND TIM

Paintings for my wonderful Grandchildren

This is Elwood

This is Byron and Pip

Meet Zachary

and this is Ziggy

FOR REGAN AND JONATHAN

This is Lambly and Ryder

I have more ~ as soon as I can figure out how

to get them off my phone and onto the computer

I will post them also.

Handmade Artist Forum ~ Artist of the Week

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:38:00 +0000

It's Me!! It's Me!! It's Me!!

Many of the wonderful artisans on the
Handmade Artist Forum

have included my Artshus by Violet blog
on their blog this week.

I am overwhelmed that I have been chosen

for this gracious gift and have been humbled

by many of the beautiful comments

about my artwork and bloggy.

Here are just some of the posts they have written

http://lisianblue.blogspot.com/2010/03/haf-blog-ring-featured-artist-artshus.html
http://jewelrybynala.blogspot.com/
http://www.redfoxjewelry.com/blog/?p=234

MONTHLY GIMMEE - Purple Butterfly Tags

noreply@blogger.com (Violet) — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 22:37:00 +0000

MARCH GIMMEE