"Dog, The Bounty Hunter" Book Signing

Saturday night was a little unusual for Woodstock and for us too.  We had "Dog, The Bounty Hunter" (Duane Dog Chapman) stop by our local book store to sign his new book, "Where Mercy is Shown, Mercy is Given".  For those of you scratching your heads saying who the heck is Dog, the Bounty Hunter.........he has a show on the A and E Network where he brings in the bad guy who has skipped bail. 

There were about 800 fans that came out and waited in our City Park for him to arrive.  It was 9 pm before his bus arrived and people were cheering like crazy when they saw it pull up!  His wife Beth, Leland from the show and his daughter were with him.  Below are a few photos from the event.  

Here's the tour bus they arrived in for the book signing.

Look in the background of the photo below and you'll see Dog and his wife Beth following the officer on their way into the book store.  Dog had just stopped at the Gazebo in the Park to say "hello" to his fans.

This is the cover of his new book.

And here's me giving myself up for DOG!

What a hardened criminal!!!!!

We had a blast on Saturday and thank the girls at Foxtale's Book Shoppe for bringing Dog to town!

Decorating with Vignettes

Welcome to another week of Show and Tell Friday.....the "My Romantic Home" blog hosts this event every Friday and here are some decorating ideas, from my home, that I'd like to share with you this week..........

Don't you just love to decorate?   I've learned so much about decorating, by having a home decor shop.  I was fortunate to train with a frequent guest redesigner from HGTV's Design on a Dime show.  So I learned from the best!

Using what you already have in your home is so much more economical these days.  Sometimes using it in a non-traditional way can give it that punch you are looking for in your decor.  But my very favorite thing about decorating is grouping items together in vignettes.  Groups of 3's seem to work best.  But 5's, 7's, and 9's also work.  For some reason an odd number is the right combination of items.   It's easier for the eye to process. 

And incorporating the out-of-the-box ideas into your wall decor can really bring a room alive!

 

These are all photos from my home.  And they are the result of my decorating play-time!  Hope I have given you some great ideas and have inspired you to create some beautiful and unique vignettes in your home.  Sometimes the most unconventional can bring you the best result in decorating!

Thanks for stopping by and visiting..........

Check out more Show and Tell treasures at http://www.myromantichome.blogspot.com/

To My Fellow Divas.......

Sometimes you just have to declair yourself a DIVA, in spite of whatever is going on around you.  So, I feel that because our winter has been so gloomy, and the economy is so poopy, I am declaring this week National DIVA Week!

So strut your stuff girls, this is your week!  Let's make our own fun.....even if the sun is not shining outside!

Get your favorite wine glass out!

And toast yourself....for being YOU......the fabulous YOU!

 

You are a STAR!

To all my BLOG girlfriends.......I TOAST YOU!

May your Spring be filled with SUNSHINE!

Candles, Candles, Candles......

It's "White Wednesday" time again!
And here are a few items in our shop that are definately White Wednesday treasures!

Do you love candles as much as I do????  There is nothing like a wonderfully scented candle to make your home feel so warm and comfy.  Of course they come in all colors, but I like the basic white colors, ones with a powerful scent.  

Trapp Candles are my very favorite.....perfect to burn before that company comes over.  And you can still smell the candle the next day all throughout the house.

For something fun, or for your patio this summer, our wine glass candles are just whimsical enough for a party atmosphere.  This one will make you feel just link a "Princess" .

And for a feel good time, our Tyler Candle, especially in the "Glamtastic" scent, will simply make your day!  Who doesn't want to be glamtastic?????

Candles can be ordered at http://http://www.houseandgardenboutique.com/

For more "White Wednesday" treasures, be sure and check out Faded Charm's blog at http://fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com/2010/02/white-wednesday-36.html

So Ready For Spring!

Are you ready for Spring too?  I'm keeping an eye out for any sign of warmer weather!  

We're ready to wear our garden hats...........

And ready for the garden furniture.................

But our water gauges are still out, and looking good!

So I have my eye out for this year's garden fruits......with all the rain, we should have gorgeous blooms!

   CAN'T WAIT!

A Great Read.....

Do you ever like to just get lost in a book sometimes?  Well, I had forgotten how fun and relaxing it was to just get lost in a book.  There is a local book store that opened 2 years ago by us.  And we are so lucky to have such a treasure close by.  The name of the store is Foxtales Book Shoppe and I am hooked on their books and events.  Last Thursday they had southern author Wendy Wax there to chat about her new book, Magnolia Wednesdays, and to also sign copies for attendees.  Her good friend Karen White, another well known southern author, was also at the signing.  So it was a special treat for all of us that attended!    If you are looking for some good summer beach reading,or just great books, be sure and check out both author's books the next time you are at a bookstore.

Me & Wendy Wax

Wendy Wax signing for an attendee.

Here is the author's website http://www.authorwendywax.com/ where she lists all of her books.

Show and Tell Friday!

Welcome to another week of Show and Tell Friday.....the "My Romantic Home" blog hosts this event every Friday and here are a couple of photos I'd like to share with you this week.......... 

As the years pass I have become more and more of a doll lover.  Maybe it's because they remind me of being a carefree little girl.  One weekend, a few years ago while out antiquing, I ran across this gorgeous antique wedding doll.  I just could not walk away without purchasing the doll.  And now she sits in our guest bedroom adorning the dresser from my childhood room.  What a diva she is!

And with another holiday coming up, I'll be sporting my favorite apron on Easter! I've always been a fan of bling!  And of course, it's always fun to be "Queen of Everything", even if it's only for one day!  Gotta have your fun when you can, even if it means sporting an apron like this in front of your dinner guests! 

It's good to be QUEEN!

Thanks for stopping by and visiting..........

Check out more Show and Tell treasures at http://www.myromantichome.blogspot.com/

White Wednesday Treasures!

It's "White Wednesday" time again!

And here are a few items in our shop that are definately White Wednesday treasures!

  

I just fell in love with the concrete sitting angel, when I laid eyes on it at a vendor showroom......it looks so peaceful perched on a table..................

And everyone needs a wrought iron flower basket for the Spring!  Or it could be used as a magazine holder.  Either way, it makes a statement and just adds grace to any room. 

Plates are one of my favorite things and this one just looks beautiful when out on display.  All eyes stop on this gem everytime!

Our Feed on the Word Scriptureware is just perfect for a Sunday dinner or an upcoming Easter brunch or gathering.  A must-have for family occasions!

For more "White Wednesday" treasures, be sure and check out Faded Charm's blog at http://fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com/2010/02/white-wednesday-36.html

Signs of Spring??

Just the other day I noticed something yellow popping out thru the greenery on the trellis at the store.........

Yes, it was my Carolina Jessamine telling me that Spring is not far away!

 

And my Yuletide Camelia is bidding us farewell for the season.......with the last of the bounty of beautiful blooms!

However, we are expecting snow tomorrow in Atlanta.

What do they say about March?????......in like a lion, out like a lamb........????

Meet Daisy and Tulip

Just had to share these photos of my two kittys.........the first picture is of my oldest cat, Miss Daisy.  She is 12 years old and an animal shelter rescue.  Miss Daisy is tiny, but mighty!  And she loves her Saturday morning sunbath!

And here comes Tulip, her 10 year old sister.  She's known as the sassy one!  Just look at those eyes, she knows how to tell a story!

They are so much fun and really know how to cuddle up and enjoy a relaxing afternoon!  The best part of the day is going home to snuggle with my two babies.......and hubby too, of course! 

White Wednesday

Wanted to share some items that I have in the shop that fit into the "White Wednesday" theme.......When I was antiquing this past summer I just had to have this beautiful antique chair............it is so elegant & simple.............and makes such a nice display piece.

We just received another supply of our floral wire sets at the store this Spring.  The set includes a 5 inch clear glass vase, a flower wire with clear beads and an organza gift bag.  Makes a fabulous birthday gift or Mother's Day gift.  

These birds on a branch are an absolute favorite of mine.  Reminds me that Spring is not very far away.  Perfect for a sunroom or family room!

 

And this weekend I picked up this lovely, eclectic piece on another antiquing adventure.  Just couldn't resist it!  I might have to find a place for this in my home!

For more "White Wednesday" treasures, be sure and check out Faded Charm's blog at http://fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com/2010/02/white-wednesday-36.html

Antiquing at Lakewood

What a fun weekend we had in Atlanta......the weather was just gorgeous (60 degrees)!  So Sunday we decided to trek on up to Cumming and see what was happening at the Lakewood 400 Antique Mart.  Here are some photos of the fantastic items we saw on our sunny/warm adventure out Sunday afternoon!

Here was Mr Peacock out strutting his stuff!  What a great piece of art!

And these playful roosters were joining in on the fun!

Found these unique glass flowers too.....they reminded me of the Bellagio Casino in Vegas.

Another vendor had the most beautiful steeple shadowbox displays!

And I just fell in love with this cherub base lamp!

And oh my......and this burl wood dresser just took my breath away!

These items are all on my wish list!

Lakewood Antique's Mart is the 3rd weekend of every month.  So if you are ever in the Atlanta area, this show is a "must see" for your list of exciting things to do! 

Show & Tell Friday!

Welcome to Show and Tell Fridays!

I wanted to share with you a couple of items that I just love and cherish......the first is my Mother's beautiful serving platter from her good china.  The pattern was called "Damask Rose" and it is so simple and elegant.  My Mother passed away in June of 2006 and I so dearly miss her.  So in honor of my Mom, I have hung her china serving platter on the wall in my dining room.  Every morning I can see it from the kitchen when I grab a cup of coffee.  I don't ever want to forget what a great Mom she was to me & also my sister.  It just warms my heart every morning when I see it hanging in the dining room.  It makes me not miss her so much.

As roses are my favorite flower too, the second item I wanted to share are these cute rose floral arrangements, that I discovered at an antique store.  The flowers are beautifully arranged on a wrought iron stand.  They are so danty and unique, I just had to buy them and put them on my dining room buffet.  They just compliment the rose platter so perfectly!

Thanks for stopping by and visiting..........

Check out more Show and Tell treasures at http://www.myromantichome.blogspot.com/

Parisian Touch!

Just got in these beautiful french motif marble tiles at the store.  They are embellished with an elegant &  delicate silky ribbon.  Each tile is 4 inches square and they can be hung, displayed on an easel or used as a coaster.    Each one is unique in itself and such a delightful piece of artwork.

Arc de Triomphe

Bon Appetit

French Shutters

Paris St. Germaine

An there's even some stylish Parisian handbags.....all leather and graced with photographs of Paris!

French Cherubs / Madeline

Paris Fountain / Fountain des Fleuves

Won't these be fun to carry this Spring!  I just love anything Parisian................don't you??!!! 

Tiles are $18.95 and the handbags are $39.95.

http://www.houseandgardenboutique.com/