Kay Ellen

Open the gates and seize the day!

Hello friends! 

What an amazing shopping day this past Saturday in Riverside, California...! Customers were lined up early to come in and shop.

The signs really helped out to find our event location.

Open the gates! 

What a talented group of women we had participating in this event. Each artist did a fantastic job on displaying their beautiful wares and treasures for sale. 

Look at this cutie pie shopper...Hurry, hurry buy this teapot!

A sweet puppy named Darla was taking in the sights...

Our favorite artful Mother & daughter shoppers.

Look at these two little girls...adorable, how much is this?

Oh my goodness, I have alot of photos to share... grab a coffee and come sit awhile...!

Enjoy our artful shopping day.

It was a pleasure to have Beth Livesay join us. I am holding the summer issue of Altered Couture and my lace jacket is published on pages 56-58! Thank you Beth!

Ok, more photos of shopping...

My kids were a hug help on Saturday! They also had fun taking photos.

So sweet, stop and smell the flowers.

Please email me or leave a comment if you see an item you are interested in... I will try my best if it was not SOLD to connect you with correct vendor!

Huge Thank you to Connie Nolan & Diana Pealsey who worked soooo many hours behind the scenes to get the garden ready for this wonderful event...Vintage Panche & Garden Affaire!

It was my extreme pleasure to be apart of the day.

Thank you ladies!!

:Kay Ellen

 

Joining in to share blog gatherings...

Wowzers Wednesday 

White Wednesday 

Charming Garden and Art Sale

The signs have arrived for the sale this Saturday!

The beautiful garden is ready for the talented vendors to set up their lovely treasures to sell.

Here is a sneak peek of a few peices I am bringing...

Come meet the sweet and talented Beth Livesay, managing editor of Stampington & Company. She will be available to greet at our artful shopping day from 9am-11am.

Please bring your current issue of Apron-olgy, Altered Couture, Haute Handbags, Jewelry Affaire & Romantic Home Magazine. Beth would love to sign your magazines for you! 

 

Date & Location:

Saturday, May 5, 2012

9:00am - 3:00pm

4535 University Avenue, Riverside, California

Historical District near the base of Mt. Rubidoux

 

Hope to see you at our Sale...Just in time for Mother's Day! 

Look for the beautiful pink signs to guide you towards the event location...

A big thank you to my husband for designing them for our special day!

:Kay Ellen

 

Wishing all my PINK girlfriends a great day!

Creative Thoughts & Props To Inspire

I am  a visual person...are you? Props, styling, and design have always been apart of who I am.

When I was young girl my sister Kim and I loved playing barbies in our outdoor play house. What I have come to realize over the years was I enjoyed setting up everything in the play house and making everything look fabulous but when it was time to play I didn't want to move anything around or play anymore. I loved the styling and completing the decorating more then playing. I guess I was playing but just in a different way then most kids. 

I share my silly little story because this coming Saturday I will be speaking to artful women who are coming out to Launch Your Creativity for encouraging words and practical resources. I personally draw from creative inspirations throughout my life, past and present to share with others. A wonderful opportunity to inspire each attendee as they take that leap of faith into the business world.  

Props in my hands, I will encourage each person that attends the event to go back home and re-create a story board that represents who they are now and their business goals for the future. 

This is going to be a special day to share ideas and creative thoughts to inspire. 

We should never stop learning, growing and pressing on towards our goals. 

:Kay Ellen 

Traveling Clogs & Helping Hands

My vintage collection of clogs went on a trip to Seattle, Washington.

Heather Bullard asked if she could borrow my treasured dutch shoes for a Viking Birthday she was featuring in her new Spring Issue of Souvenir Magazine. The party details begin on page 68 in the magazine. The Scandinavian themed party and article is adorable! 

My shoes are back home now but I wanted to share about their creative journey.

I also lended a helping hand when I took a road trip up the coast to Nipoma, California to assist Heather in a photo shoot at a historical home called the Dana-Powers House.

The home, barn and surrounding property was amazing to see in person. The minute I walked up the porch steps I was enchanted by the home owner Judi's blue and white china pieces, fabulous chippy red cabinet and birdcage collection. A perfect setting to share outdoor dining moments. Souvenir magazine features the porch details beginning on page 94. 

I want to thank Heather ... It was my pleasure to help assist you behind the scenes with set up and styling. So many special details on that lovely porch along with the fresh fruit and blooms that beautifully enhanced the setting.  I also enjoyed smelling like lemons the entire day after I picked them from the citrus groves. ha-ha 

Inspiring Spring ideas to share...  

  

For more information to purchase this beautiful Spring Issue of Souvenir Magazine you can visit Here

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Have a great weekend friends!

I will see you back here on Monday the 26th for a week filled with creativity... I begin my week of  hosting  Jenny Doh's Blog as Guest Curator!

 

:Kay Ellen

Joining in sweet Beverly's Pink (Spring Feeling) Saturday Here

Spring Forward

Happy first day of Spring!

Now that Spring has arrived, I wanted to share with you all how happy I am to be apart of three wonderful events in the next few weeks!  

If you live in Southern California and love creative, handmade merchandise... Come out to the Riverside Marriott.  

I will be a vendor at this "Sew Funky Market Place" on March 31, 2012.

My space will be filled with unique treasures. My Mom will be joining us to demonstrate how to use sealah no sew adhesive products! For more information Click Here

 

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If you are starting a business or need encouragement in following your dreams...you will not want to miss this exciting event  "Launch Your Creativity" 

I am thrilled to be apart of this inspiring day as one of the guest speakers. I will be sharing practical ways to style your products and merchandise.

This tea luncheon will be held at the beautiful "Paris in a cup" in the city of Orange. 

For more information about this special day hosted by Sharon Hughes Click Here to make reservations to join us.

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On May 5, 2012  I will be apart of an enchanting shopping day in the historical district of Riverside, California.  

This will be our second annual "Antique Garden & Art Faire" We had a wonderful event last May and are looking forward to seeing everyone out shopping again this year!

It is my extreme pleasure to announce that the managing editor Beth Livesay from Stampington & Company will be joining us for our event.  She will be available to meet from 9am-11am.

Make sure and bring your current magazine issues of Altered Couture, Haute Handbags, Apron-olgy, Jewelry Affaire and also Romantic Home, she would love to sign them for you!

For more information about the location please Click Here 

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I am really looking forward to all three events and I wanted to make sure you mark your calendars to join us!

If you have any questions you are welcome to email me.

This is a very exciting beginning of  Spring 2012!

:Kay Ellen 

Paying Attention to Details

What an enchanting morning I had shopping at The Vintage Marketplace, a beautiful outdoor market in Rainbow, California. 

As I approached the venue, I have to say, I was swept away by the little details that make my heart go pitter-patter.

I enjoy paying attention to details, styling merchandise and setting a stage that allows clients to imagine how the merchandise (and all the special details) will fit in their own surroundings is my cup of tea.

My fellow artists and friends did an excellent job of capturing everyone's attention in beautiful and unique ways.

I know you will enjoy the photos... 

I was thrilled that Connie, fellow dealer at Forget-Me-Not Antiques could join me for this special shopping day... (Thank you for driving Connie)

Rita and Christie did such an amazing job on presentation and the selection of artful vendors. If you would like more information about the lovley event click on this link below

 "The Vintage Marketplace" 

I am so glad I was able to attend, shop and catch up with everyone.

:Kay Ellen

 

Joining in blog celebrations below:

Pink Saturday

Sunday Showcase

Wowzers Wednesday

Romance ...

Gathering  blooms ... for a bud vase 

Selecting dishes and linens ... for a little romantic table

Packing the breakables ... in a vintage red suitcase

A special book of poetry ... for a little romantic reading

Filled my french cart ... with everything needed for an enchanting afternoon

Just a few miles down the road ... it's time to set the table 

Opening and pouring ... a refreshing French Berry beverage

I love our local UCR Botanical Gardens ... a wonderfully weathered gazebo nestled in the Rose Garden ... a beautiful, romantic destination

My grandmother's vintage tray transforms into a beautiful table ... perfect for two!

Romantic and so simple to create! Add a couple of pillows, a favorite throw, provides warmth ... the cozy setting

Pretty little candies and treats to share.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Bless the one you love,

:Kay Ellen

 

Blogging Parties I am joining in this week...

Happy PINK Saturday blogging friends

Sunday Inspiration at TheTableScaper 

Potpourri with Honey

Sunday Showcase with Stephanie Lynn

Dreaming of Mr. Darcy

I was just remembering my daughters words she said to me after reading the book Pride and Prejudice for the first time.   

Dreaming of Mr. Darcy...

I love to plan special events and when it was time to celebrate my daughters sweet sixteen birthday I had a wonderful idea! I decided to plan a Pride and Prejudice Teaparty.

Romantic Living Magazine just published photos I shot on that special day and they also asked me to write out a few creative party planning tips to share with their readers.

Thank you Romantic Living for sharing special touches of this enchanting day!

Here is a closeup of the photo I chose of Mr. Darcy to set next to my daughter's place setting ~~~ she loved it!

 

The magazine is available on new stands this month.

I hope you will pick up copy and take a peek.

Feel free to leave a comment on this post for a chance to win a copy of this beautiful magazine issue filled with romantic ideas.

Thank you to the very talanted editor and cheif Jacqueline deMontravel for featuring this event in your enchanting publication Romantic Living.

I will have my daughter draw a name out of a hat on February 10th. 

UPDATE!

We have a winner Lorraine from Raine Beau you have won a copy of the magazine!

Congratulations and please email me with your address.

Thank you so much for stopping by,

:Kay Ellen

Treasures & Creative Junk

Do you love to shop for treasures? Or maybe junk?

Forget-Me-Not Antiques is over following with great furniture and whimsical pieces. 

Come on by and take a look! 

Forget-Me-Not-Antiques

3773 Elizabeth Street

Riverside, California

951 779-1441

Open seven days a week

Mon-Sat 11:00-5:30  Sun 11-5

Thank you for stopping by,

:Kay Ellen

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Joining blogging friends HERE to share Pink for the weekend!

What Inspires You?

Capturing something artful with my camera is a favorite way I can share creativity and inspiration.  

A recent visit to the Las Vegas Neon Museum was a huge highlight for my 50th Birthday! 

Come take a peek and be inspired in a new way...

I shared these photos on my flickr page and mentioned how I would have loved to purchase a small sign or just one letter to hang in our home... But this museum is for preserving history, not for selling.

The chippy faded graphics from the past were amazing to see in person. 

The fluer de lis was a favorite to see!

My husband and I were smiling the entire time we were on the tour. Between the two of us and our art backgrounds we could have stayed at the museum all day!

For more information about the tour times of the Neon Museum Boneyard and to make reservations in advance CLICK HERE

You can also make reservations for photo shoots in advance at a higher rate determined by the Museum Director.  

A very popular location for Hollywood to shoot :) 

A fascinating tour and interesting history behind the iconic neon signs and their original designs.

I highly recommend the tour!  

:Kay Ellen