tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29320257583237059632024-02-18T22:28:10.592-08:00Christine Marie StudioVintage Chic Jewelry :: a colorful mixture of vintage & bohemian chic.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-12102175399830206292012-08-21T14:51:00.000-07:002012-08-21T17:10:07.793-07:00I've moved!Hi! this website has moved to <a href="http://www.christinemariestudio.com/">www.christinemariestudio.com</a>.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-42799340000021797992012-05-12T11:59:00.003-07:002012-05-12T12:02:55.063-07:00you can wear them again. really."You can wear that dress again!" <-- Those of us that have played the bridesmaid, have heard that one before!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just a little bling - handpainted, turquoise feathers to desert blue.</td></tr>
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In this case, you can wear the jewelry again - I really do think so (at least I would!) I had the pleasure of creating 6 earring and bracelet sets - all the same but a little different. The most striking blue color - I am hoping I get to see a picture of them in action when all is said and done.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two tone turquoise and desert blue.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5FCwg8hnPdINtkgzhyphenhyphenduB435WVGlPloHe7WOubJm_XaxU84M5lkqmwT3-BV7i0_zCMU4qkKZtUudw7UCRp1oFhmK07M9YuiilWOWvphmhiV_phQf_aDaeXPbsWSFHKP3OJFkHR4vTvA/s1600/IMG_0314e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5FCwg8hnPdINtkgzhyphenhyphenduB435WVGlPloHe7WOubJm_XaxU84M5lkqmwT3-BV7i0_zCMU4qkKZtUudw7UCRp1oFhmK07M9YuiilWOWvphmhiV_phQf_aDaeXPbsWSFHKP3OJFkHR4vTvA/s400/IMG_0314e.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The same but different.</td></tr>
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Are you a bride? Do you know a bride? <a href="http://christinemariestudio.blogspot.com/p/contact-me.html">Contact me</a> for more information about custom bridesmaids' jewelry. Not a bride? contact me anyway. Many of <a href="http://www.christinemariestudio.etsy.com/">my pieces</a> can be created in custom colors and I would love to work with you.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-59503600429228735822012-04-12T08:21:00.004-07:002012-04-12T08:22:59.909-07:00snippets & miscellany.<br />
I am so happy to report this! <br />
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<a href="http://shopadorn.com/">Adorn</a> is reopening this weekend after a <a href="http://blog.shopadornonline.com/news/the-fire">devastating fire</a> in early January. I stopped in yesterday to drop off some jewelry, the store is looking a-<i>mazing</i>. Inventory was just being moved in that day, yet I managed to walk away with 2 new things... ? <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Nifty jewelry display going to Adorn - made from a picture frame<br />
and a cut up Ikea curtain (background fabric).</td></tr>
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Nicole and Ethan are back <i>better </i>than before { I knew they would be }. It's one of those places where I never feel overwhelmed, I know I am going to find something great - someone has already done the hard work and has narrowed it down - I'm seeing the <i>great stuff </i>{ note to you tall girls - <a href="http://shopadorn.com/collections/prairie-underground">prairie underground</a> - nice long arms - the sleeves hit the middle of my hand kind-of-long }. It just <i>feels good</i> to shop in there. You must go...<br />
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<i>other miscellany.</i><br />
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If you didn't see it, I won't let you miss it - lovely Becky from <a href="http://bucketsofburlap.blogspot.com/2012/04/vintage-inspired-jewelry.html">Buckets of Burlap</a> is wearing my jewelry. Isn't she pretty? Becky's <a href="http://bucketsofburlap.blogspot.com/p/farmhouse-tour.html">vintage farmhouse</a> is swoon-worthy (so is her ability to take pictures). I first found her blog via the <a href="http://www.mydesertcottage.com/2011/06/where-bloggers-create-2011.html">Where Bloggers Create</a> series last August.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">photo by buckets of burlap</td></tr>
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<br />Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-42158910160521086682012-04-08T13:57:00.000-07:002012-04-08T14:02:54.122-07:00oh glorious day!{ <a href="http://youtu.be/VXp6xcY5IqU">Hear it on youtube</a> }<br />
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One day when Heaven was filled with His praises<br />
One day when sin was as black as could be<br />
Jesus came forth to be born of a Virgin<br />
Dwelt among men, my example is He<br />
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Word became flesh and the light shined among us<br />
His glory revealed<br />
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Living He loved me, dying He saved me<br />
And buried He carried my sins far away<br />
Rising He justified freely forever<br />
One day He's coming, oh, glorious day, oh, glorious day<br />
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One day they led Him up Calvary's mountain<br />
One day they nailed Him to die on a tree<br />
Suffering anguish, despised and rejected<br />
Bearing our sins, my Redeemer is He<br />
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Hands that healed nations, stretched out on a tree<br />
And took the nails for me<br />
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'Cause living He loved me, dying He saved me<br />
And buried He carried my sins far away<br />
Rising He justified freely forever<br />
One day He's coming, oh, glorious day, oh, glorious day<br />
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One day the grave could conceal Him no longer<br />
One day the stone rolled away from the door<br />
Then He arose, over death He had conquered<br />
Now He's ascended, my Lord evermore<br />
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Death could not hold Him<br />
The grave could not keep Him from rising again<br />
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Living He loved me, dying He saved me<br />
And buried He carried my sins far away<br />
Rising He justified freely forever<br />
One day He's coming, oh, glorious day, oh, glorious day<br />
Glorious day<br />
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One day the trumpet will sound for His coming<br />
One day the skies with His glories will shine<br />
Wonderful day, my beloved one bringing<br />
My Savior Jesus is mine<br />
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Living He loved me, dying He saved me<br />
And buried He carried my sins far away<br />
Rising He justified freely forever<br />
One day He's coming, oh, glorious day, oh, glorious day<br />
Glorious day, oh, glorious dayChristine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-1766663114189297552012-04-07T00:26:00.000-07:002012-04-07T00:30:27.244-07:00boldly go. where only the tiny have gone before.I found some earrings the other day, sorting through my closet. Old. Think 10 years ago, some older. Some were clips - would it surprise you to know that I got my ears pierced when I was 28? I think it hurts more when you are older { especially when you take them out one week early for your sister's wedding and then you can't get them back in again - I have fat earlobes - can you say "re-pierce"? }<br />
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I've repurposed some of these into new pieces { I can tag them vintage assemblage LOL }.<br />
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I used to wear TEENY TINY earrings. PEENSY. I used to make teeny tiny earrings...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The evolution of size. The left are circa about 2 years ago... the right are a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/85885522/gift-for-her-big-and-bold-pumpkin-orange">current design</a>.</td></tr>
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I am a fairly neutral dresser. I dress for comfort. My clothes are usually pretty safe and easy - I think some of this is being 5'10". I love it, don't get me wrong, but it is hard to find clothes that fit right. Online ordering is essential. Returning is a pain. Therefore I don't venture far from "what I know".<br />
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Keeping it simple and finishing with a bold accessory <b>makes me feel like I tried</b>. Maybe I am just heading out to sit in carpool line... when I pair the jeans with the tee, then add some comfortable big unique earrings, I feel good. I made an effort. It's so easy. I admit it, it makes me feel like I am edgy. <i>I'm 40 and I know what's going on.</i> <br />
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That's why I make them, so you too can be edgy in your comfortable clothes.<br />
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What bold accessory do you have that makes you feel "finished"?Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-78005060460588816432012-03-29T14:26:00.000-07:002012-03-29T14:28:21.598-07:00ready, set, gift!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Do you know someone who would just love my jewelry, but you aren't sure what to pick? Giving handmade items can sometimes be tricky { but special } because they are so unique. <br />
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Give a gift certificate!<br />
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I've just set up gift certificates specifically for my shop { thru paypal }.
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<i>This option is always available in the right sidebar.</i> </form>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-92086591756743417882012-03-27T09:12:00.000-07:002012-03-27T09:13:51.347-07:00fav pic share. spring break.I love this picture and I wanted to share it. It's spring break here and we went to OMSI <i>(amazing LEGO exhibit there right now) </i>with cousins who are here from out of town. I like how, even in silhouette, you can see their personalities.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From left to right: My son, Michael, and daughter, Charlotte. Cousins, John and James.</td></tr>
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We are fortunate to live in such a pretty city, <i>(Portland)</i> especially in the spring.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-89972710467745709732012-03-22T12:41:00.001-07:002012-03-22T12:54:51.165-07:00spigot head has a big sister.I am thrilled with the recent addition to my dress form collection - this wasn't a conscious decision, I just can't help myself! Let me just say - <i><a href="http://vintagetrifles.blogspot.com/">Martha (of Vintage Trifles)</a>, I will buy any dress form you "accessorize".</i> She's crazy-brilliant with these things. Spigot head was my first and I am truly addicted.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spigot head.</td></tr>
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I shopped the 3 Friends Sale<i> { <a href="http://www.roostreimagined.blogspot.com/">Roost Reimagined</a>, <a href="http://www.mollymos03.blogspot.com/">Molly Mo's</a> and <a href="http://vintagetrifles.blogspot.com/">Vintage Trifles</a> }</i> last weekend in Salem with my sister-in-law. We were prepared with the big empty SUV. Fortunately, she bought items that were <i>too big</i> for the vehicle, so Big Sister Spigot Head was able to travel in luxury...<br />
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Here she is and I think she is stunning! If I don't sell jewelry it will be because everyone is too distracted by my displays.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I am never throwing away another spigot-industrial-turny-thing again.<br />
Upcycle genious.</td></tr>
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More vintage dress form love? --> Check out my <a href="http://pinterest.com/cmariestudio/vintage-dress-forms/">pinterest board</a> full of them.<br />
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I just got back from the 3 Friends Sale - <a href="http://roostreimagined.blogspot.com/">Roost Reimagined</a>, <a href="http://mollymos03.blogspot.com/">Molly Mo's</a> and <a href="http://vintagetrifles.blogspot.com/">Vintage Trifles</a>. I did manage to only purchase items that fit in the car... will share pictures this week. Again I was a sucker for the display items, they get me every time. I did purchase a few packets of vintage buttons from Roost and they were cleverly labelled Snippets & Miscellany - I thought an appropriate title for this post. I think I might have purchased 5 little packages of vintage buttons, strictly based on how cute the labels were.<br />
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I challenged myself earlier this week to design a pair of earrings for an outfit chosen from a catalog. It was a fun exercise and I enjoyed going at it from a different angle. I chose a <a href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Skirts/Above-Knee-Skirts/WG425/Womens-Colourful-Cord-Skirt.html?NavGroupID=13">sweater-skirt combo from Boden USA catalog</a>. The earrings I designed for this outfit are salmony-pink with sage green undertones, blue crystal and vintage chain. Check them out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/95406766/hand-painted-tassel-earrings-salmon-pink">here</a>. I do think this model really does need some earrings (maybe you do too)!<br />
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<i>more other miscellany...</i><br />
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Yet <i>another </i>chance to win a gift certificate for some goodies to my shop! { instructions for entering here --> } <a href="http://bucketsofburlap.blogspot.com/2012/03/giveaway-time.html">Buckets of Burlap</a> is hosting a $50 gift certificate giveaway, good for anything in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChristineMarieStudio?ref=si_shop">etsy shop</a>!<br />
<br />Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-36757127781914315762012-03-14T11:53:00.001-07:002012-03-14T15:50:05.489-07:00new love. old white.My paint exploration continues. Old white<i> { Annie Sloan Chalk Paint }</i> is my current love and I've added some new chippy goodness to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ChristineMarieStudio?ref=si_shop">my etsy shop</a>.<br />
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<i>For more white lovelies</i> --> <a href="http://fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com/2012/03/white-wednesday-143.html">White Wednesdays with Kathleen at Faded Charm.</a></div>
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</div>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-43207305849475048432012-03-08T17:18:00.000-08:002012-03-08T17:47:28.502-08:00chippy metal love.I got a <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/">NapaStyle</a> magazine in the mail the other day and I almost tossed it out. I am not sure how they all find me, but we are on gift-y magazine overload -<i> the trinkety kind of magazines.</i> I assumed this one might be similar (I've never seen it before). Fortunately I flipped through it on the way to the recycle bin.<br />
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There is some <b>serious vintage metal/industrial love</b> in this magazine. <br />
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<i>I tend to get great inspiration from lovely old chippy things and I expect that many of you do too. Enjoy my favorite picks!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage Galvanized Box - each is different. { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=5745&parentCategoryId=519&categoryId=652&subCategoryId=652">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage French Oyster Basket - the real deal mid 30's. { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=5585">link</a> }</td></tr>
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in my house... { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=5456">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Quindici Metal Cabinet - swoon !! { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&keyword=quindici&search.x=0&search.y=0">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">European Wash Basin - again, the real deal! { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&keyword=european+wash+basin&search.x=18&search.y=6">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Village Water Canister - mid 50's. { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&keyword=village+water&search.x=0&search.y=0">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage Shepherd's Weight Doorstop { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&keyword=shepherd&search.x=0&search.y=0">link</a> }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage Iron Grate - this would go on my wall, I would not be<br />
scraping my boots on it! { <a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=5441">link</a> }</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-43041715274728985062012-02-29T07:30:00.000-08:002012-02-29T07:30:02.524-08:00the perfect blue.It's time for some pinterest love.<br />
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Recently introduced to Annie Sloan paint { the yummiest colors - I get mine at the <a href="http://enchantingplayoflight.blogspot.com/">Purple Pear</a> }, and I am inspired to paint. Furniture, jewelry<i> <--coming soon</i>, you name it... I've taken to scouring craigslist under the terms "tlc" and "needs paint", because I really need more hobbies { not! }<br />
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Source: <a href="http://dreamywhites.blogspot.com/2011/01/french-linen-sheetswhat-to-do-with-them.html" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">dreamywhites.blogspot.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/andrewsjb/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Jess</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://roomseventeenstyle.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-06-28T10%3A31%3A00%2B02%3A00&max-results=12" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">roomseventeenstyle.blogspot.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/mreyes/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Melinda</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://www.potterybarn.com/products/vintage-decorative-colonial-revival-ledge-blue/popup/more-views.html" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;">potterybarn.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/tami_r_emerson1/" style="color: #76838b; font-size: 10px; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Tami</a> on <a href="http://pinterest.com/" style="color: #76838b; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Pinterest</a></div>
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</div>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-66054313583786090762012-02-27T14:31:00.000-08:002012-02-27T14:33:52.794-08:00simplicity. turkey tortellini.I've been working toward my goal of <i>Simplicity </i>(my word of the year), intentional living... a big part of this for me includes making as many meals as I can. Ok, that didn't sound simple. <i>To rephrase --> I am simplifying in other areas, in order to make it easier for me to give time to what I feel is important.</i><br />
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I don't consider myself to be much of a cook <i>{ ie cookbooks still need pictures and step by step directions for me - don't just say "blanch" without explaining what it means...}</i> So that's my level of cooking ability.<br />
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Instead of reaching for the cardboard box and pushing "Start" on the microwave, I've been on the hunt for easy meals and today, with the help of <a href="http://simplemom.net/how-to-menu-plan/">Simple Mom's Basic Guide to Menu Planning</a>, I've got a month of meal's planned, printed out and on the fridge. It is so freeing! and it was easy...<br />
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I'm sharing one, we've had it twice and it is easy-peasy. All it needs is Olive Garden breadsticks to take it to the next level...<br />
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This recipe serves 6 generously... my crockpot it small and threatens spillage - I will be upgrading to a larger one, just keep this in mind - it will go right to the top on the small crockpots.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-small;">R E C I P E</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Turkey Tortellini Soup</span><br />
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Prep: 25 minutes<br />
Cook: 6 to 8 hours on low, or 3 to 4 on high, plus an extra 30 minutes on high<br />
<ul>
<li>4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth</li>
<li>4 cups of water</li>
<li>4 cups coursely chopped roasted turkey breast (1 pound)</li>
<li>1 - 14.5 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained</li>
<li>1 - tablespoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed</li>
<li>1 - 9-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini</li>
<li>2 - cups fresh baby spinach</li>
<li>Shredded Parmesan cheese</li>
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<ol>
<li>In a 5- to 6- quart slow cooker combine broth, the water, chopped turkey, tomatoes, and Italian seasoning.</li>
<li>Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high-heat setting for 3-4 hours. If using low-heat setting, turn to high-heat setting at the end of 6 to 8 hours. Stir in tortellini. Cover and cook for 30 more minutes or until tortellini is tender. Stir in spinach. If desired, sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese.</li>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Per Serving: 240 cal., 3 g total fat (2 g sat. fat), 63 mg chol., 656 mg sodium, 25 g carb. (3 g fiber, 4 g sugars), 28 g pro. I was not able to find this recipe online - SOURCE: Better Homes and Gardens Diabetic Slow Cooker magazine 2012. </span>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-84542295938188672062012-02-20T22:32:00.000-08:002012-02-20T22:33:42.848-08:00i can't resist. portlandia.From Portland --> make jewelry.<br />
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My husband and I laughed so hard at this one. Portlandia nails it every time.<br />
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<iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UBPT1pgByqc?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-54723070701539544102012-02-15T12:08:00.000-08:002012-02-15T12:16:42.393-08:00just tinkering.I tinker. I stare at the pile and sometimes I got nothin'. Other days, my creativity flows, so much so that I only make one earring before moving on impatiently to the next design, forlorn single earrings strewn all over my workspace, my fingers refuse to move as fast as my brain on these days.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmfdYxFy5ajTjW-EaODonGd0cqzxCkGwycgwrerqXms8cKZ6kEn8KmXFOj_EI7gHsnY2UA9t87O46ADgY0-OB8F6jHkc0VqDxNhVwG75nC7KZSAcFONcfvc4b9h8YfpzcrC3YOj3iJJw/s1600/blog-tinkering+003e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmfdYxFy5ajTjW-EaODonGd0cqzxCkGwycgwrerqXms8cKZ6kEn8KmXFOj_EI7gHsnY2UA9t87O46ADgY0-OB8F6jHkc0VqDxNhVwG75nC7KZSAcFONcfvc4b9h8YfpzcrC3YOj3iJJw/s1600/blog-tinkering+003e.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wire wrapping is something I've been considering adding<br />
to some of my designs. It's so pretty, but something<br />
I still remain inconsistent at. I think this was my 3rd go at it. </td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcMY82LLjoAPCrnM8jxWaYl25__zMxBS2ys7R1Gbxl5zhDB5gq4L2SUuhDtFooOCvbmJdL7qmS_vleDYY-JRZjJ1GsD8ju64W0_-IU8J81HxvumH1w7yEn8cYH3z0vHYNEXqioTERHTg/s1600/blog-tinkering+004e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcMY82LLjoAPCrnM8jxWaYl25__zMxBS2ys7R1Gbxl5zhDB5gq4L2SUuhDtFooOCvbmJdL7qmS_vleDYY-JRZjJ1GsD8ju64W0_-IU8J81HxvumH1w7yEn8cYH3z0vHYNEXqioTERHTg/s1600/blog-tinkering+004e.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">It has taken me 4 months to know what to do with the lovely<br />
filigrees atop this fringe. I bought this fringe - it was one of those -<br />
oh oops, smaller than I thought! But I love them so much here.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbGGlxPnhGAj46oQsJjZbPzxtKTKpaszxjFEbmkmB4jnidDtCAtIX2qCW4V0XB5lM397ngnJm3IDXPkcdAg1OTQsUyLba9go06fQEaEPN-3X8kSKEoTEv_5lPzskXygPLPerOXbAxhTA/s1600/blog-tinkering+002e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbGGlxPnhGAj46oQsJjZbPzxtKTKpaszxjFEbmkmB4jnidDtCAtIX2qCW4V0XB5lM397ngnJm3IDXPkcdAg1OTQsUyLba9go06fQEaEPN-3X8kSKEoTEv_5lPzskXygPLPerOXbAxhTA/s1600/blog-tinkering+002e.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Favorite high school earrings are the main component here - <br />
yikes! they are truly vintage LOL - these clips from long ago<br />
have been converted to a great looking long filigree earring.</td></tr>
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I recently read article on another artist's blog about time
spent tinkering, experimenting and failing. It made me feel better about
my tinkering time - it's part of the creative process (no matter your
hobby), although at times it feels like a mental block. I improve by
experimenting, whether I succeed or fail.<br />
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<i>"Those days of tinkering and taking stock are not lost time. You need
those times to think and experiment and move things around... Even when you make something and it doesn't turn out, it's still
valid time spent. It's going to happen whether you like it or not, this tinkering. In
fact it HAS to happen to get good work, so you might as well either
square with it or consign yourself to the easy path of making frivolous
trinkets."</i>- <a href="http://sparrowsalvage.blogspot.com/2011/11/art-of-thinking.html">Sparrow Salvage</a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lace, silk, suri silk ribbon.</td></tr>
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My next tinker session? I want to experiment with lace, textiles, ribbon. I hope to create layered textile pendants and wrist cuffs. <i>I can't sew. Experimentation definitely required.</i><br />
<br />Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-59707762310989110462012-02-10T14:13:00.000-08:002012-02-10T14:14:03.038-08:00Christine Marie giveaway @ Primp<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you love the vintage style, then don't miss this opportunity to <b>win a $40 gift certificate</b> to <a href="http://www.christinemariestudio.etsy.com/">my etsy shop</a>. Michele at <a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/">Primp</a> has been so kind as to host a giveaway that ends on Valentine's Day.<br />
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While you're there <i>don't miss</i> the <a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/2012/02/primp-your-stuff-wednesday-linky-party.html">Primp Your Stuff Link Party</a> - <i>a lot</i> of creativity flowing!<br />
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<br />Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-8696460338318528852012-02-07T14:01:00.000-08:002012-02-07T14:03:29.441-08:00funky junkin'.I think I have the post funky-junk blues. I had much fun seeing my vendor friends - everyone is so talented! Over the top displays, fabulous stuff { thus requiring large blog pictures for full effect }! I picked up a few things for my craft room and my son's room, I'll share those in a later post. Dixie and Linda are amazing ladies - <i>thank you</i> for a really fun show!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This large mirror frame could not have been more perfectly chippy-shabby. I was actually "lightly" contemplating it, but someone saved me from myself - it was already snapped up.</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tarte - outrageously creative - I know who got the Santos { wink }.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzmNmt393VXC9ji_HTC30ZtIFB2ISGwbbCjjP8ab1-gecSejnSjbFznPvgmIwwDuNG6NCYahVvYYp9TrZ3gvRXyAD5plwuyzRG_9a_2nD7rVSOzzyrZ5aizCrqeF9LYrgeblSiFvQ7vw/s1600/fj-mollymos.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzmNmt393VXC9ji_HTC30ZtIFB2ISGwbbCjjP8ab1-gecSejnSjbFznPvgmIwwDuNG6NCYahVvYYp9TrZ3gvRXyAD5plwuyzRG_9a_2nD7rVSOzzyrZ5aizCrqeF9LYrgeblSiFvQ7vw/s1600/fj-mollymos.jpg" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I always look for Diane's dress form. { Molly Mo's }</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Just Chic had my favorite horizontal surface in the whole place.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I did not catch the name of the vendor that had this shelf. Perfectly rustic.</td></tr>
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If you missed this show, the next one not-to-miss is the 3 Friends Sale, March 17th. Mark your calendar and watch for more information.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-76377325673589080792012-01-25T07:30:00.000-08:002012-01-25T07:30:02.866-08:00a little piece of history. I love trade beads.I always visit the "trade bead guy" at the gem faire first.<br />
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<b>Trade beads originate from many places.</b> Many of the old beads were made in Europe and India and transported to West Africa initially by Arab traders, overland from North Africa. From around 500 years ago, the European traders in their sailing ships, used beads as currency to purchase gold, ivory and palm oil etc. on the triangular trading routes from Europe to West Africa then onto the West Indies, to return with produce from the plantations.* <i><-- I love the idea of using beads as currency.</i><br />
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My favorites from this past weekend - both are quite old and I like to wonder where they've been. It was fun to discover my choice of tiny pink dice beads in my <i>French Inspired Jewelry</i> book.<br />
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And the French Cross beads - I was so drawn to the color combination but was hesitant to buy them because I didn't have an idea right away {<i> thank you Annelle</i> for encouraging me to buy them - and the woman who walked by that said she finally used some beads she'd had for 25 years <-- a sign }. <i>Let's hope I come with an idea inside of 25 years!</i><br />
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But then I picked up a book on Friday that has so motivated me, so much so that I cleaned out my pantry { <-- this is serious }. <i><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Organized-Simplicity-Clutter-Free-Approach-Intentional/dp/1440302634">Organized Simplicity, The Clutter-Free Approach to Intentional Living</a></i> by Tsh Oxenreider.<br />
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My word for 2012 is <b>Simplify </b>{ <i>to make less complex or complicated; make plainer or easier</i> }. I am not sure if I was just really ready, or if she said it in such a way that I can see it, taste it, almost touch it. What it means to me? Stop wasting time on things that don't matter. Get rid of stuff that keeps me from having more time with friends and family. I want to make fresh almond butter and jelly sandwiches and eat homemade chocolate chip cookies my friends*. Sip coffee and enjoy a magazine.<br />
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<b>Become a better cook. </b>I really desire to cook as much as I can for my family. In the last year, we've moved away a lot from processed foods, this is a bit of a natural progression, but I need to go that last mile and actually cook more { from scratch }. Simplifying is a means for me to create more intentional time to learn. I want to use my fancy dehydrator for more than a place for my foam paint brushes to sit.<br />
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<b>Throw out half my house. </b>Not really, just the closets full of STUFF. Stuff I can't enjoy or wouldn't miss... { like the tea in my pantry from 2008 }. Too much laundry, I'm great at washing it, but not so much at getting it folded - my laundry room will probably be one of my greatest de-clutter challenges. I threw out 4 large garbage bags of worthless stuff / old food from my pantry and cupboards the last 2 days... pictures soon.<br />
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<b>Read. </b>Never enough time to pick up a good book. Make time each morning for the One who gives me this talent...<br />
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<b>Making time for quality downtime.</b> Quit over-scheduling. Say no occasionally. Hang out with my husband. Play with my kids without looking at the clock. Cut back on the tube time.<br />
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<b>Work a little less.</b> 4 days a week instead of 5. Give myself one day of downtime to try something new, be creative, or take a nap... dehydrate something.<br />
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<i>* I have a girlfriend I've known since first grade. We don't get to see each other that much these days. I love going to her home. It's so clutter free and well... simple. So warm and easy, clean, always something homemade to offer me - the best - almond butter sandwiches and almost always, chocolate chip cookies from scratch. I want to be her when I grow up. </i><br />
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If you love shabby and chippy goodness, a little industrial, mix in some french, a touch of burlap - then you can't miss this one. I found some pictures I took of last year's show. You will leave inspired!<br />
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6-9 pm, <i>Friday night is a breast cancer fundraiser with early bird shopping. </i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A pug will not be as excited about the<br />new Jeanne d'Arc magazine as you are.</td></tr>
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<i>We found Ruby through <a href="http://www.mustlovedogsnw.com/">Must Love Dogs NW</a>. She is about 5 years old and was a dog on the streets, so to speak. From the streets to the shelter (as a stray) to rescue - we got her 3 weeks ago. She was spayed by the rescue - it was very evident that she has had a lot of puppies and litter recently. She's steadily gaining weight and is being treated for a severe ear infection. Everyday, we see more of the real Ruby. </i></div>
</div>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-75662293760465325442011-12-08T01:36:00.001-08:002011-12-08T10:57:01.330-08:00burlap christmas<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap ornaments from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/84508357/four-handmade-burlap-christmas-ornaments">Lovelies</a> on Etsy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gift Tags from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/86820338/burlap-and-pink-gift-tags-or-christmas">42Things</a> on Etsy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pine cone ornament gift set from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87757156/deluxe-pine-cone-ornaments-gift-set-with">SamsNatural</a> on Etsy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pillow cover by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61657733/originalim-dreaming-of-a-vintage">MyAdobeCottage</a> on Etsy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap table runner from <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/entertaining/how-to-make-a-hand-painted-burlap-table-runner/page-2.html">hgtv.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/251146116689710321/">Pinterest</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap garland swag from <a href="http://laurieannas.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">laurieannas.blogspot.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/251146116689699455/">Pinterest</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap woodland fabric bird by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/82446646/burlap-woodland-fabric-bird">CottonBirdDesigns</a> on Etsy.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sweet little tree with burlap garland from <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/entertaining/festive-christmas-tree-themes/pictures/index.html">hgtv.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/251146116689699449/">Pinterest</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pine cone and burlap garland from <a href="http://www.bhg.com/thanksgiving/crafts/easy-thanksgiving-handcrafts/#page=15">bhg.com</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/251146116689699454/">Pinterest</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap garland pendants from <a href="http://missmustardseed.com/hgtv-com-articles/">Miss Mustard Seed</a> via <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/251146116689699448/">Pinterest</a>.</td></tr>
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<br /></div>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-72596386037976059952011-11-04T18:28:00.000-07:002011-11-04T18:39:05.335-07:00tween room wall decor ideaThank you Michelle at {<a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/">Primp</a>} for featuring <a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/2011/11/vintage-bohemian-chic-jewelry-giveaway.html">my giveaway</a> this week! I have my own primp to share. Inspired by a issue of Jeanne d'Arc magazine featuring children's rooms, I decided to do something about the sparce wall in my son's room. I have been pretty happy overall with his recent "tween" upgrade, but one large wall had me a bit stumped.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This photo of a wall in a boy's room inspired me. <br />
The lockers {<--swoon}. I did decide I loved the map idea enough to do my own version.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Before pictures are required to be bleak and black and white I think. This lone clock above the ikea PS locker always felt a little too bare.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Unfortunately I was only able to take blurry pictures this day, but I am thrilled with my $39 map from <a href="http://www.maps.com/">www.maps.com</a>. I still would like to mount the map on gatorfoam and trim off the white edges. I decided to go with a bold 69" wide map of the geography of the earth, it is a print of a hand painted map and it has a neat look to it. I was nearly tempted by some vintage maps on craigslist, but I thought with something current, Michael might learn by osmosis.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The clock even found a new happy place in the open closet.</td></tr>
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This idea is featured at <a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/2011/11/primp-your-stuff-wednesday-linky-party.html">Primp Your Stuff Wednesday</a>.</div>Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-63268817224060840672011-10-30T07:00:00.000-07:002011-11-03T10:17:54.799-07:00i love this tutorial.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Check out this <a href="http://rhettdidntgiveadamn.blogspot.com/2011/10/tutorial-folded-origami-flower-ornament.html">Folded Origami Flower Tutorial</a> from <i>Rhett Didn't Give a Damn</i> { <-- love the name! }Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2932025758323705963.post-42437789331115365332011-10-25T18:55:00.000-07:002011-10-25T19:27:45.843-07:00last minute sign project.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Ruffles & Rust booth, including sign. I did end up turning the door and opening up the space a little more.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My finished sign. At the right angle, you can see the transfer, otherwise, I am pretty happy with it.</td></tr>
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I was inspired to make a sign for Ruffles & Rust last week, Wednesday... leaving Friday AM {<-- way too late to start something like this}. I armed myself with inkjet iron-on transfers (one transfer per word in my logo) and some leftover burlap. It surprised me how well the transfers worked, just a little extra rustic look { <-- <b><i>that's why</i></b> you are supposed to let it cool before you peel the backing off }.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Can I point out - we now have trim around the floor in our lower landing! This recent project is where the white paint for the sign background came from. This picture is post transfer, I was not sure how to hang it at this point.</td></tr>
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My transfer was done, but I really hadn't thought ahead to what I would be putting it on. Initially, I thought frame it, but like the loose edges of burlap. Where's some reclaimed wood when you need it?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">So my backyard picket fence is missing a few teeth. All for a good cause! My dad came over and nailed my 3 pieces of fence together to form my sign.</td></tr>
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<i>A little wood, a little spray mount, a little dad time = one pretty cool sign.</i><br />
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This project is linked to <a href="http://micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com/" target="_blank" title="{Primp}">Primp Your Stuff Wednesday</a>.Christine Marie Studiohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00921263517442285433noreply@blogger.com1