Kay Ellen

Tickled Pink

Hello blogging friends,

My roses are blooming and Spring is in full swing.

I have some excited news to share with you all...

I have been published in the new summer issue of Artful Blogging!

Just tickled pink to tell you all about it.

The magazine will be available May 1st. I hope you will pick up a copy at Barnes and Noble and take a peek at my article.

I am humbled and honored to be included with so many talented bloggers.

Many of my tabletop decorating photos are featured in the article.

My heart is full and thankful to Artful Blogging for giving me the opportunity to share.

I truly enjoy encouraging others to be creative.

On May 1st I will put up a new centerpiece tutorial to share in celebration of the the magazines release.

Also a beautiful May Day basket to give away!!

Thank you for all the encouraging words and friendships! 

Tickled pink hugs to Beverly from How Sweet the Sound and all my sweet pink friends!

Of course a big thank you to my dear flickr friends that challenge me every week to take better photos!

See you on May 1st!

:KayEllen

Let Your Artist Out

Hi Friends,

I am headed over to my favorite art studio today.

I love it when I have some free time to spend and hour or two at Marchen Studios.

This is Sabina watching and waiting for artists and friends to come visit.

I am so pleased that the studio made these awnings with Sealah Tape six months ago.
They still look fabulous and are holding up beautifully!

The studio holds workshops each month. This was the Ukrainian Egg Class I attended.
Amazing detail on each egg!

Candles burning, music playing, and creating...

Another workshop I enjoyed was making charms out of dominoes. 

I love this deck of cards from Germany!
The studio has unique mix media treasures you can buy and use on projects. 

Here is a mix media project Jessica made. A journal board of a summer trip in Germany.
The owners Jessica Boctor and Martina Schrader are dear friends and very talented ladies!

I am planning on making a journal soon...

Sabina is snoozing after the store is closed. She had a full day:) 

If you live in the Inland Empire area  Click Here~ Marchen Studios to check the event calendar and let your Artist Out!

Come make a domino charm!

Until next time...

Have a wonderful week!

 

Look who woke up!

Marchen Studios: 4011 Merrill Avenue, Riverside, Calif. 92506

Bye Bye

:KayEllen

Enjoy the Weekend

Hello Blogging Friends,

Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the spring time weather.

Hope you have time to rock away a few moments on a porch.

Or you could take an afternoon nap in a charming cottage.

Maybe sip a cup of tea.

Take a walk and enjoy all the beautiful nature around you.

Weekends can fly by so quickly.  Try to recharge and enjoy!

Happy Pink Saturday!

Please be sure to stop by and say hello to Beverly and join in the fun of posting pink photos!

Thank you for your visit.

A nap sounds really good to me today:)

This lovely location is in Carmel , California.

A wonderful weekend getaway near the coast. For more information visit the website: Mission Ranch

 

Are you hooked on houses? Stop by Hooked on Houses and check out other charming homes this weekend.

Take Care,

:KayEllen

Busy Work Week

Hello Friends!

I am selecting materials for clients this week.  

Back to the granite yard.

When you visit a granite yard make sure you have a sample of your cabinet door with you. In this case I have two cabinet colors. It is also a good idea to have your paint color for the walls and a floor sample. You can get confused very easily looking at all the rows of granite.

The slabs are cut in half horizontally so remember you will see movement and variation in your counter top.That is the beauty of natural stone.

This tile art will be my clients back splash behind the cook top.

The crown molding and baseboards were delivered this week. It should be installed
today and painted tomorrow!

The floor was installed at another clients home this week. My sweet homeowner on the right. The cabinet maker on the left. He is back this week finishing details on the post.

The back splash tile is ordered and should be in on Friday.

Thanks for stopping by. I am off to work again!

When I have a busy week like this one,I try to take a moment, have a cup of coffee and stop to smell the sweet peas as I run out the door! lol

Bye Bye,

:KayEllen

Happy Easter

 

Blessings to you all.

What a wonderful weekend to celebrate the Resurrection.

We have been coloring eggs for the holiday.

My teens help me decorate the yard every year.

I love springtime flowers. Daffodils really make me smile.

My garden is filled with bunnies all year round, but they become important to the little ones when they are ready for the egg hunt :)

We are having family over after church for brunch. I enjoy adding a personal touch to each place setting.

The finishing touches are almost done.

Waiting for our guests to arrive.

Reflecting on the cross with thankful hearts.

Family traditions can add an extra blessing to the day.

Happy Easter Friends!

We are having beautiful weather this week!

John 3: 16

 

Here is our special Peep dessert my sister in law made for the party. She knows we love PEEPS!

Celebrate!

 

:KayEllen

Spring Break is Here

It's Spring Break for my teens this week. I love this picture of my nephew taking the plunge.

This picture makes me smile. Family having fun in the sun.

We took a trip up the coast.

Walked around some charming shops.

Looked at the gorgeous Northern California coast line.

Captured some sun bathing blooms.

Walked on the board walk.

Went on a tour of Cal State Monterey Bay.

The new library on campus took our breath away.

We are off tomorrow afternoon to tour another college closer to home and make a decision ASAP!

 

Look at the wild flowers growing around the campus of Cal State Monterey. I wanted to pick a bouquet!

I have ice plant envy. The ice plant growing and blooming in Northern California is beautiful.

What do you think?

See you soon!

Off to put me feet in the water.

:KayEllen

Ideas for Decorating the Table

Hi Friends,

April is here and Easter is in a week.

Pull out your pretty table cloth or head to the fabric store and buy 3 or 4 yards of fabric that would add a splash of color for your setting.

Let's set the table!

Clear glass dishes can be a nice idea for your Easter brunch.

A basket filled with fresh jasmine spilling out on to the table can make a colorful focal point.

A natural grape vine wreath can add a spring garden touch.

A birds nest filled with hand painted eggs and ivy adds texture and color.

I like the idea of using a tray for a centerpiece, it frames the table and keeps everything in tight quarters. Cozy and a colorful look.

Napoleon you need to move! I guess he wants to be the center of attention today:)

I like speckled eggs. Can you tell?!

This is my favorite iron cross.

I have is sitting on a tarnished silver tray and I wrapped a wreath around the base.

My kitty keeps jumping into my photo shoot!  OK Napoleon you have our attention.

 

Let's cut some sweet peas.

You can make small bouquets of sweet peas and set them around the holiday table. They smell so good!

 

The clear glass plates and tea cups belonged to my Great Grandma. I love to use them for special occasions.

I hope I have inspired you to add a few new touches to your holiday decor.

Thank you for stopping by!

Hugs to my Pink Ladies for popping by too ;-)

Have a blessed weekend,

:KayEllen