Saturday, November 7, 2009

TRUCK LOAD OF VINTAGE TREASURES FOR SALE




Dear reader,
I have another truck load of shabby style antique-vintage treasures and art for sale. My last truck load sold. I am remodeling my home and all things must go. The link to Cottage Attic Treasures and is located on my sidebar. If you live in the Fort Worth Texas area and are interested in these items then make me a fair offer for the whole load. We will deliver items sold in the local area! Until next time, Brook

Friday, November 6, 2009

WISH UPON A STAR


Dear reader,

What a beautiful season to share and gather with those we love! In the midst of all of our decorating, shopping, dreaming, and wishing, during this holiday season, let us remember to pray for peace. Peace is something we all wish and hope for - peace among nations, peace within our families, and peace in each one of our homes and hearts. Remember to focus upon the true meaning of the season and pray for peace. Love and blessings, Brook

And ye shall know the truth,
and the truth shall make you free.
John 8:32

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

*SOLD *TRUCK LOAD OF VINTAGE TREASURES FOR SALE


Dear reader,

I have a truck load of vintage treasures for sale with lots of shabby pink items. If anyone is near Fort Worth Texas and interested in the whole load then leave a comment or contact me by e-mail and make me a fair offer for the whole load. These things are in nice condition and were mostly used for display purposes. I am in the process of remodeling my home and these things have to go! All offers considered. If something sells before an offer is made I will remove the post. Click the wagon on my sidebar to view COTTAGE ATTIC TRASURES. I will continue to add items until the items are sold. Blessings, Brook

Saturday, October 10, 2009

CUTEST-EVER WHITE PUMPKIN COOKIE JAR



Don't you just love this cutest-ever white pumpkin cookie jar?! It's so sweet! I'm sure it will keep me baking fresh pumpkin spice cookies for my family and friends. I purchased it at Bath and Body works. The warm fresh baked cookies in it are yummy! Until next time, Brook

PUMPKIN SPICE COOKIES

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract in large bowl. Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.

Shape dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into balls. Mix 3 tablespoons sugar, 3 teaspoons cinnamon and 3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice and roll cookie dough balls in the mixture. Place about 2 " apart on cookie sheet. Flatten cookies with the bottom of a drinking glass. Bake about 12 minutes until set or golden brown. Remove cookies from cookie sheet with a spatula and allow to cool a few minutes on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container. Enjoy!

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

A CHIC NEW FRAGRANCE


Ladies, if you are looking for a chic new fragrance with a very pretty scent to put on your Christmas gift wish list, then you may want to try a sample of Parisienne.

Parisienne YSL - a new fragrance that I really love. Damas rose (very expensive rose) is at the heart of this new, chic, pretty, ultra feminine, scent.

YSL uses Damas rose, cuts it with powdery violet and throws a sharp bitter "vinyl" note on top.





I took a walk in the rain and snapped a few photos of my pink fragrant roses today. I want to wish all of you who read my blog a beautiful, joy - filled week. Until next time, Brook


"I wish that life should not be cheap, but sacred... the days to be as centuries, loaded, fragrant." __Ralph Waldo Emerson

Monday, October 5, 2009

BLESS THE HEART


"Bless the heart that curses you,
and never curse the heart that blesses you."
__ Brook

Friday, October 2, 2009

THE SCENTED LAUNDRY ROOM


This is a tiny portion of my laundry room makeover that I've been working relentlessly on. It is difficult to take before and after pictures when your hands are covered with texture and paint and tile adhesive. And a gal needs plenty of rest to get major things accomplished. Right?!


I've been dreaming of a pretty and beautifully scented laundry room because mine was very neglected. Artfully arranged household items and a few pieces of art add interest and sophistication to an otherwise boring room.


I painted the walls sandy white and now I'm in the process of hanging several colorful mosaic antique mirrors for extra light. Mosaic tables with shelves that I've designed will provide functional art for folding laundry.


Lovely scented room and linen sprays, and decorative apothecary jars filled with detergent and cleaning powders, will be displayed rather than ugly boxes. Liquid detergent will be kept on a shelf behind lace.


I like to use vintage floral and rose-patterned teacups in various sizes for pretty measuring scoops in glass jars.


Next, I plan to hang several shelves using decorative brackets to display pretty baskets for products such as spray starch, and keep them out of sight.


This gorgeous hand painted chair with rosy feather pillow is perfect for my laundry room because I may need to sit down and replace a button on something.


I'm not finished with all of my plans for the laundry room but I have accomplished much.


Instead of piling pretty Little treasures into a trunk or drawer turn them into a part of your decorating. Just look at the pretties I've brought forth from trunks and drawers.



The rest of my home will be restyled with soothing white hues and neutral colors, but my laundry room will be pretty in raspberry and blue. I hope the humble photos of my abode inspire you to have a prettier, organized, and beautifully scented laundry room. Until next time, Brook

" Don't watch the clock, do what
it does. Keep going."

Thursday, October 1, 2009

ROMANTIC COUNTRY


Dear family and friends,

Every year I look forward to the autumn season. I love the transition from breezy cotton fabrics to cozy flannel sheets, and wearing warm jackets, sweaters, and boots. During the autumn season there is an excitement in the chilly air, a growing feeling of things yet to come. Some of us like to curl up with beautiful decorating magazines and search for inspiring ideas that will add drama to our home for the holidays.



True this is only October, however..... the latest edition of Romantic Country magazine is certain to remind you that Christmas is on the way! Just look at this beautifully decorated Florida home belonging to Janet and Clark Coon. Beautiful isn't it?!!! The link to their awesome online Shabbyfufu shop is located on my sidebar.



I highly recommend that you head to the nearest bookstore and pick up a copy of this delightful magazine today! If you like vintage finds, antique lace, and Christmas decorating ideas for your home, then you won't be disappointed! It is filled with an abundant supply of sweet eye candy! Until next time, Brook

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE


Today I will continue to work, texture, and paint interior rooms of my home. Later this morning I plan to try a recipe for a large mug of Pumpkin Spice Latte ( just like Starbucks). I sure hope it turns out delicious, but if it doesn't, I'm headed to the nearby Starbucks. We have cooler weather and I simply love to sip on the yummy treat during this time of year. Actually I've been intending to purchase a few gift certificates at Starbucks to give to some of my family members and friends anyway.

Please check out the link on my sidebar for Kelee's Pet Parade Party and Hobby Lobby giveaway @ KATILAC SHACK. Happy autumn days! Brook


"It is a good thing that when God
created the rainbow he didn't consult
a decorator or he would still be
picking colors."
__ Sam Levenson Quote

VILLA CHERI SIGN


(Cherished Home)

Paris, the City of Romance....could there be a more splendid place in which to enjoy an intimate getaway? Some of the more delightful of lodgings can be found at the city's edge...those countryside cottages and luxurious villas which are often family owned for generations. They are recognized for their fine locale, excellent cuisine, intimate atmosphere, and delight in welcoming foreign visitors. Often surrounded by gardens reminiscent of a Monet painting, they are perfect spots to enjoy a romance.

Wouldn't this beautiful hand painted sign bring a touch of romantic floral Parisian shabby chic charm to your own cherished home?! It has a sun faded Scandinavian Blue background. Imagine this lovely French sign placed near the entry of your cherished home!

The link for details about this hand painted sign by a very talented artist @ wits end is located on my sidebar. I have several hand painted pieces by this wonderful artist scattered throughout my home and her charming creations are simply delightful. Until next time, Brook

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

" A DAY'S BOUQUET "


Twenty four special hours
arrive fresh for us each day,
as a gift of precious moments
presented in " A Day's Bouquet."

Each hour blossoms
moments as a rose,
with refreshing air to breathe
at the tip of our nose.

So as we journey through our life
and smell the roses along the way,
let's remember to thank our heavenly Father
who gives us each day's bouquet.

__Brook

Monday, September 28, 2009

ARISE AND SHINE


Early morning is so beautiful! All creation responds to the radiance of the sun and early morning light. Birds rise from their nests on wings of happiness and sing sweet songs that fill the world with promise. I love and thank the Giver!

This morning I plan to continue painting and clearing out stuff that I don't need, such as old broken clocks and crown hooks. I'll either give these items away or set aside for a future garage sale. My clutter could be someone's treasure. I hope you all have a beautiful and joy-filled week! Brook


" When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive__ to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love." __Marcus Aurelius

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

SOMETHING NEW BY DEBIE COULES


Look at these beautiful new items designed by Debi Coules and available on her website! I really like the look of these signs! Wouldn't they make wonderful Christmas gifts?!
Until next time, Brook

INSPIRATION FOR LAUNDRY ROOM


Inspiration for working on my home this week comes from a photo of a laundry room found on Le Ann's blog @ SIMPLY DANDY. Le Ann's blog link is on my sidebar. The laundry room in my home is small, but I plan on painting and brightening it up this week while I'm inspired. Happy dreams! Brook

Friday, September 18, 2009

SHADES OF INNOCENCE



Dear family and friends,
As some of you know I'm in the process of painting and dressing my home with chic finds in shades of innocence and serenity. My dream is to create a restful canvas in soothing hues. After a week of painting and finishing a few projects I'm headed to the lake. I hope all of you have a truly fabulous weekend! Brook