Fun Things and Kid Things

Even though my kids are no longer at home, I still love looking at the fun things you can do with a nursery or kid's room. A child's room should be a magical place; where they can dream and let their imagination run wild. There should be lots of color and textures, lots of pillows and creative spaces where they can channel Telsa, Einstein, Van Gogh, Amelia Erhardt, Mark Twain, or whoever and wherever there little minds and hearts take them. 

Here are some creative, fun, and adorable rooms. Banners and Buntings are featured here, and if you need one, I have a couple listed in my Etsy Shop and I will post them below with links to where you can purchase them. And, if you need one with a different color scheme and different size, just message me through Etsy and let me know what you need and I'll get back to you on time for project and prices. 

Enjoy the eye candy below!

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I just love the wallpaper and lockers.

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And every child (and adult) needs an outdoor playhouse. My dad built me a little house when I was a kid and it was so much fun. Lots of good memories.

If you're looking for a bunting/banner, check mine out. And if the these do not work for you, message me via Etsy and I'll be happy to work with you to make just what you need.

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Buy this banner/bunting here: Etsy

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Shabby Chic Bunting / Banner. It's available here: Etsy

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Every child should have a great library. This is just too cool!

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I have some great children's books in my Etsy shop. Check them out.

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You can purchase this wonder set of Little Golden Books here: Etsy

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Antique 1930's Raggedy Ann In The Deep Deep Woods. Purchase this great collectible here.

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Kipling A Selection of His Stories and Poems by John Beecroft
Buy it here: Etsy

Would love for you to check out all things in my Etsy shop. So much fun stuff there.

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Collecting And Decorating With Tins

Who doesn't like pretty tins!?!? The graphics are always just amazing eye-pleasing visuals. I'm sure there are a lot of decorating photos out there showcasing tins, but I don't have a lot of time tonight and I'm wanting to do better at blogging. But these are some great ideas. I have quite a few tins listed in my shop, so go there and browse and find yourself a gift. You deserve it.

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A few beautiful tins listed in my Etsy Shop. Whether you are into collecting or just want a pretty tin to match your decor, or use for storing teas, coffee, or dry foods, I am sure you can find one to meet your needs.

Source: Floral Bright and Bold Tin

Source: A. Elton & Co Teal Blue Cracker Tin

A nice tin for storing flour and adding beauty at the same time.

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A lovely tin, renaissance style, perfect for teas.

Source: Red Asian / Oriental Style Tin

Another great tin for storing flours, beans, rice, pasta, etc. Beautiful oriental design.

Source: RARE 1939 King George Queen Elizabeth Tin Commemorative Royal Visit

On another note, I have been working on my art/spiritual journal. A double page I worked on last night. There is still more to do with these pages, but I am a big fan of Alan Watts and very pleased with the pages so far.

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A double-page spread I worked on last night...still more to do. 

“The meaning of life is just to be alive. It is so plain and so obvious and so simple. And yet, everybody rushes around in a great panic as if it were necessary to achieve something beyond themselves.” 
― Alan W. Watts, The Culture of Counter-Culture: Edited Transcripts

The Cuteness of Owls

While looking for photos of owl decor, I fell in love with the idea of decorating with owls. I made my share of owl macrame hangings back in the day. I'm wishing I had them back now. 

If you're looking for owl pieces to use in you own home decor, I have a few owl things listed in my Etsy shop. So just scroll down and find the item you cannot live without and click on the link.

Enjoy the owls!

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Owls for sale in my Etsy Shop.

Owl Light - Makes a great night light. Etsy

 Vintage Retro Homco Big Eyes Owl Family Wall Plaques / Adorable - Available HERE

Vintage 1960s/1970s Hand Carved Wood Owl Wall Hanging by Master Wood Carver Larry Martin

Vintage 1974 Owl Spoon Rest

Every day is a masterpiece, even if it crushes you.

~Simon Van Booy

Floral Paintings For The Walls

I love paintings! If only I had more wall space...I could fill them from ceiling to floor. I have some beautiful paintings and prints in my Etsy shop. 

The picture below is full of beautiful floral paintings. A lovely inviting room; the green walls make a beautiful background for all the paintings.

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Flea Market Chic Home Accents

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And if you want some paintings to create your own wall, you can find them in my shop. Click on the links below the pictures.

This is one of my favorites. Purchase it here: 

Beautiful Vintage 1970's Bouquet of Daisies Original Painting / Framed Wall Hanging

Something bold? Here you go: Vintage Floral Oil Painting on Canvas

Another favorite of mine. Perfect for country, cottage chic, rustic, or just almost any decor. Buy it here: Vintage Beautiful 1975 Still Life, Floral Bouquet Wall Picture

Lovely small picture with bold colors. They will fill those smaller spaces. Buy them here: 

Lovely Vintage Hand Painted Floral Wall Pictures...Shabby Chic...Rustic...Cottage Chic...Boho

Buy this beautiful yellow daisy picture here; 

Beautiful Hand Painted Floral Still Life Painting

If you want something for a shabby chic or cottage chic decor, this pair is perfect. Find them here: Adorable Vintage Shabby Chic Floral Paintings

How about these for some beautiful eye candy on your wall!?!? They are available here: 

Pair of Beautiful Vintage Floral Paintings, Framed in Wood Frames / Boho / Cottage Chic / Rustic / Country Decor

I hope you found this post pleasing. These floral paintings make my heart happy. Enjoy!

There are a thousand ways to kneel and kiss the ground; there are a thousand ways to go home again. Rumi

Home Decor: Large Keys, Mid Century Lamps, and Mask

I had a rough couple of weeks with my Sjogren's flare-up. On the plus side of things, I did get some things photographed for Etsy, and some of them listed. On the downside, I have not felt like leaving the house and can't stay up for a long period of time.

Hopefully, this will pass very soon. Though you never, never feel good, you can function when it's not so bad.

I'm posting some things I have listed in my Etsy shop along with some pretty pictures where others have used the same or similar items in their decor.

I hope you enjoy!

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This is just too darn cute for words. 

Buy your own large antique key here: Etsy

 Source: Mid Century Lamp

Mid Century Lamps can compliment so many different decorating styles. Some pretty examples...

Source: Mid Century Table Lamp

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Vintage Mid Century Brown and White Speckled Lamp with Gold Base.

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I love the collection of masks. 

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Buy one to start your collection or add to an existing collection. It's here: Etsy

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Everything that is made beautiful and fair and lovely is made for the eye of one who sees. Rumi