Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Things that make me smile...



















I just wanted to share a few little things and spots that make me smile. I never tire of wreaths large or small. I love simple ones..not adorned. I did hang a little skeleton key off this one. This hangs in our little entry way. I love bird cages and this was found second hand. Painted it black...are you surprised?
I have collected little bell jars here and there...so fun to change out. Than of course you need a bird plaque with all the nests. Flowers kinda go with the theme as well. This floral is my favorite in my collection. I am sure some consider roosters passe or whatever the fancy term is..but this one I never tire of and yes he makes me smile. I picked up these old paper mache trays up in an antique store in Crescent City, CA while on vacation. So when I look at them I think of the fun times my family and I had camping. I also just love their worn patina. The last one I had to add because of course..my family makes me smile. I like to have the familiarity there. When I may be alone at home....I still have the reminder that they are not far away. So what little places in your home make you smile? xoxo, cherry










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36 comments:

  1. JoyAugust 6, 2008 at 10:12:00 PM PDT

    How lucky you are to have so many wonderful things that make you smile!

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  2. Rachel BerryAugust 6, 2008 at 10:17:00 PM PDT

    Oh, loving it all! I think my favorite is your black bird cage. I think no -- make that I need one! :)

    Oh and I have a Canon 30D. That combined with Photoshop makes for the pretty pictures. Gotta love that color pop!

    Rachel

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  3. TaushaAugust 6, 2008 at 10:33:00 PM PDT

    I don't think that roosters are Passe! If they are, no one told me and i have way missed that train. That is why i love to decorate my way! I get to use my ideas and do what I want. Like you! I love the old stuff, plaid, roosters, the little domes (i don't know the proper term) I love it all! Thanks the pics! I am itching, I might have to make a quick jaunt to the thrift store tomorrow. What else is a girl supposed to do with a hubby out of town and the new "Braking Dawn" already read!! I realy hear the bird cage and I think that I need to find one. ASAP!

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  4. cherryAugust 6, 2008 at 10:39:00 PM PDT

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  5. cherryAugust 6, 2008 at 10:41:00 PM PDT

    Rooster lovers UNITE!!!!!!!!!!!

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  6. Lisa & AlfieAugust 6, 2008 at 11:03:00 PM PDT

    I think anything looks great under a dome. It automatically indicates the contents are special! And of course the birdcage was painted black. There was really no other choice, was there?
    Lisa & Alfie

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  7. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEAugust 6, 2008 at 11:35:00 PM PDT

    Thanks for stopping by. Yep, I think we are kindred spirits. I just took a fast look at your blog and I love it. I will come back when I can spend time and really go through it. I too love black...and I LOVE black and white! I hope you come by again soon to say HI

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  8. carolyn@simple~primitive~devotionAugust 7, 2008 at 4:16:00 AM PDT

    Very nice! Your photos always convey exactly what you want to say. I think that is an amazing talent!

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  9. DarleneAugust 7, 2008 at 4:17:00 AM PDT

    I LOVE everything you have shown in this post.....that rooster lamp is TDF...I have the perfect place when I find one that I like. I also have been on the hunt for a birdcage...I will eventually find a cute one and it will be painted black also. Love, Love, LOVE all the bell jars with the birds and nests....well, I guess I could have just stopped with LOVE EVERYTHING!!!!!

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  10. Empty Nest Full LifeAugust 7, 2008 at 4:35:00 AM PDT

    I love your collections they make me smile to. Where did you get the wonderful pencil sketches of the bird nest? The glass bell jars are great. Have a great weekend.
    Jackie

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  11. Kim HancockAugust 7, 2008 at 4:41:00 AM PDT

    Everything is beautiful. I love your wreath & trays especially!

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  12. Bella DellaAugust 7, 2008 at 5:12:00 AM PDT

    I love it all. Beautiful! Makes me smile too.

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  13. Kim's TreasuresAugust 7, 2008 at 5:43:00 AM PDT

    Your home is filled with wonderful happy things!
    Have a great day!
    Kim

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  14. Inspired KaraAugust 7, 2008 at 7:48:00 AM PDT

    Oh my goodness I LOVE those scrabble pieces, what a creative idea!!

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  15. ChristinaAugust 7, 2008 at 8:10:00 AM PDT

    Love all of your finds. Especially love the bird cage. What a happy post. It made me smile too.

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  16. AnonymousAugust 7, 2008 at 10:31:00 AM PDT

    They made me smile too. Great pictures love the roosters.

    Blanca

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  17. The Berry's PatchAugust 7, 2008 at 10:52:00 AM PDT

    You just gave me the best idea! I'm going to glue those same scrabble pieces on my white board. I'm a huge scrabble fan.

    You have some beautiful favorites! I like them all.

    Brandee :-)

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  18. MarieAugust 7, 2008 at 12:30:00 PM PDT

    Such beautiful photos! I'd totally arm wrestle you for that rooster lamp! LOVE IT! I will never tire of roosters, never, ever, ever. :o) But if you ever do throw that lamp my way, would ya?

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  19. trishAugust 7, 2008 at 1:37:00 PM PDT

    I can certainly see why these items bring a smile to your face! Lovely. I too have been looking for a birdcage, to no avail!
    Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne

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  20. MelissaAugust 7, 2008 at 3:34:00 PM PDT

    I love your sense of style.

    Truly beautiful!

    Melissa
    Sunbonnet Cottage

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  21. NicoleAugust 7, 2008 at 3:36:00 PM PDT

    I love the little wreath in the first picture. It's so cute with the little key hanging from it. You have a lot of fun, wonderful things.

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  22. BeckyAugust 7, 2008 at 7:23:00 PM PDT

    Thanks for stopping by my blog today. I love your black bird cage. I read your "shutter" blog and love what you have done with them. They look GREAT! Stop by again soon!

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  23. DenaAugust 7, 2008 at 8:21:00 PM PDT

    I love everything that makes you smile and I'm suddenly feeling the urge to paint something black!! :) The dottie plates came from www.homealamode.com. I hope this comment posts, for some reason I keep getting error messages when I try to post to your blog. Crossing my fingers it goes this time!

    Hugs,
    Dena

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  24. UnknownAugust 7, 2008 at 9:41:00 PM PDT

    I love all of your bell jars and definitely the nests and birds! And I have to admit, though I usually paint everything except my walls white, that black bird cage is so SO cute!
    Those bird cages are hard to find~ but sometime soon, it will happen...

    I am so glad I know about your blog! It never fails to make me smile. :)

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  25. AnonymousAugust 8, 2008 at 6:29:00 AM PDT

    Hi there! Glad you had a chance to stop by! I too love bird anything! Love the bell jars and wish they were'nt so expensive now! I need to go explore rest of your posts since my first visit and not my last! Sincerely, Jeannette

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  26. AnonymousAugust 8, 2008 at 8:51:00 AM PDT

    Ahh, now you've made me smile, too!

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  27. tincanlilyAugust 8, 2008 at 10:16:00 AM PDT

    I love the wreath with the skeleton key. Very simple but I like it. I never thought of it , but I guess we should always surround ourselves with things that make us smile.

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  28. cherryAugust 8, 2008 at 6:00:00 PM PDT

    Anyone having problems with blogger?

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  29. MichelleAugust 8, 2008 at 7:14:00 PM PDT

    I see why your things make you smile ~ I love them all.. I have the birdy post card you sent me under my cloche right now..it makes me smile too!

    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Michelle

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  30. LauraAugust 9, 2008 at 6:57:00 AM PDT

    I think all those items would make me smile also! I especially love bird plaque! And all your glass cloches I just adore! And I love roosters too! Ok, I just love everything!

    Laura :)

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  31. AnonymousAugust 9, 2008 at 3:30:00 PM PDT

    Love your style. They would all make me smile too!

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  32. AnonymousAugust 9, 2008 at 7:03:00 PM PDT

    Nice... they made me smile too!

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  33. Joanne KennedyAugust 9, 2008 at 7:13:00 PM PDT

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I thought I would come over and say hi and read through yours a bit.

    I love your blog. I love black also. I have been trying to get my sister, who I live with, to let me paint her hutch and table black. I think it would look great in our house. The kitchen is black, red and white.

    Hugs,
    Joanne

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  34. KatieAugust 10, 2008 at 10:10:00 AM PDT

    I love all your little cloches! I have never seen anything like some of those! Great pictures!!

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  35. AnonymousAugust 14, 2008 at 6:25:00 AM PDT

    Ohmigosh - love all the different cloches! Love your blog!
    :)

    Joy

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  36. RaeAugust 14, 2008 at 1:35:00 PM PDT

    I love decorating with Scrabble letters so I automatically fell in love with your word: family!

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