Time Travel Thursday #90 & Talented Time Travelers #89

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 90th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

But you know that we simply must pay tribute to

some of our talented time travelers from last week first.

Spring has sprung all over Blogland. 

And it's so much fun to wander through the blogosphere and see

how much color has burst onto the scene.

Just take a look below to see what I mean!   ; )

When I saw Angelina's incredible sewing room

@ Ruby Jean, my jaw practically hit the floor!

This is, by far, one of the prettiest work spaces I've ever seen.

Eilis @ My Heart Lives Here has happily joined the

spring "color" parade.

The cute little bunny—sweetly tucked into an apothecary

 filled with brightly-hued jelly beans—is but

one of her lovely spring vignettes.

We're all familiar with the versatility of burlap.

Gina @ Random Thoughts tapped into that versatility to

create this charming spring wreath. 

AND...

she was kind enough to share her how-tos.

One of the reasons daffodils are my favorite spring flower

is that they infuse their surroundings with such sunny brilliance.

When Laura @ Elegant Nest added them to her mantelscape,

 their vibrant pop of color brought the whole vignette to life.

If you want a fun way to add a

splash of cheery color to your sewing or crafting space,

 just follow the lead of Mary @ Mary's Meanderings.

With a few simple supplies, you can bring your pretty notions front

and center, where they can be enjoyed every day.

Now, how will you color our world this week?   ; )

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Time Travel Thursday #89 & Talented Time Travelers #88

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 89th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

First, let's see what kind of creativity was linked

to last week's party by our talented time travelers.

Do you like vintage hats?  I do!

And I often find them at some of my

favorite shopping venues—auctions,

flea markets, thrift stores, and yard sales.

But...

more often than not, the prettiest ones 

cost more than I care to spend, and the more affordable ones are,

well...

just way too plain.

Carol @ The Polka Dot Closet has the perfect solution

for my dilemma.  She buys the cheaper plain-Jane versions and turns

 those ugly ducklings into beautiful swans.

No doubt, you're quite familiar with the

beautiful burlap blooms that began popping

up all over Blogland some time ago.

But...have you crafted any yet?

Amy @ Aprons & Ambition has a simple-to-follow tutorial

that will get you producing these pretty posies with the greatest of ease.

Take a look at this "sweet" cake.  Those fondant

teddy bears are just too adorable!

 Kagi @ Sweetened by Kagi created this

cute culinary work of art.

If the sweet treat above didn't make your mouth water,

the sight of this chocolatey taste-tempter is

certainly bound to!

You can get the recipe for this super-simple dessert at Delightful Curiosity.

And while you're there, why don't you welcome this

newbie to Blogland.   ; )

Pallet projects are popular DIY themes.  And I've

seen numerous items made from them.  But this was the first

kitchen carryall-shelf that I've seen.

 Adriane @ Pages from Home was the

brainchild for this handy piece.

That wraps up the fun features for last week.

Show us what's been happening in your neck of the woods this week?

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Time Travel Thursday #88 & Talented Time Travelers #87

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 88th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

But before we get this shindig started, let's spotlight a few of

the talented time travelers from last week's party.

Am I the only person in all of Blogland who has not experienced

Annie Sloan chalk paint?!

When I see pretty pieces like this shelf by Analisa @

RUTH's farm and furniture, I feel like I'm

really missing out on something great.

I like a number of different decorating styles and have grown

quite fond of industrial chic pieces—like this clock.

Want to see another totally awesome industrial piece?

Then pop on over to THE OTHER ME IS SANE, and take a peek.

Okay, tell the truth! 

Have you ever heard of DIY ironstone?

Well, Todd and Jodi @ Cottage Charm Creations have

a tried-and-true method for turning pieces past their

prime into genuine gems!

Does this not look too yummy for words?!!!

Mary @ Sweet Little Bluebird knew how to tempt us.  Did she not?

I think we should start a new fad.  You've heard of dinner and a movie.

How about blogging with one of these muffins?

I'm game!   ; )

Now get this party started...

while I go find some chocolate!

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Time Travel Thursday #87 & Talented Time Travelers #86

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 87th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

Want to take a peek at some of our

talented time travelers from last week first?

I thought you might!   ; )

Armed with a handful of fabulous flea-market finds,

Lori @ All Things Chic 2 set out to give her bathroom a bit of sweet shabby style.

Mission accomplished, Lori!

Here's another gorgeous bathroom transformation

by Andrea @ Queen B and me.

To appreciate just how marvelous this makeover really is, you must

visit Andrea and see the "before" pics...

if you dare!

When I spotted this pretty pic—with all its festive colors—

I was reminded of a New Year's celebration

 from just a few months ago.

This cheerful teacup vignette was lovingly assembled by

Anne @ A Little Fur in the Paint.

Have you ever walked away to contemplate the purchase of a 

diamond in the rough...

only to return and find it SOLD?

Such was the case for this lovely vanity transformed by Diddie @ citicasita.

 

Of course, as you can see,

the story ended on a happy note.

This is such a cute bedroom makeover by kcandcoley @ Blessings and Bling.

Though the residents of this sweet suite are boys...

no doubt, girls would be thrilled to sleep on suspended beds, as well.

Now...

are you ready to dazzle us with your creative endeavors this week?

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Time Travel Thursday #86 & Talented Time Travelers #85

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 86th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,
and most creative projects? Great!

But it just wouldn't be right if we didn't have at least a little fanfare for some
of our talented time travelers from last week's party, so...

Green is one of my very favorite colors. 

And by now, you're keenly aware of my fondness of antique and vintage items.

Needless to say...

when I spotted this fantastic antique dresser—masterfully transformed by the

painterly touch of Shari @ turnstyle vogue DESIGN & STYLING—

my heart went pitter-patter.   ; )

If it were not for the telltale signs—the fire extinguisher and the exit sign

over the exterior door—you would most likely never guess that this cheery space

 is actually the residence of a senior in an assisted living center.

In the words of Linda @ Beautiful Ideas, "The room ‘BEFORE’ was institutional,

bleak, impersonal and, admittedly, depressing…"  But once Linda applied

her loving touch to the space, it became a place of

comfort and homeyness for her mom.

Black is another color that I love to see used in

decorating schemes.

It can be bold and modern or serenely sophisticated...

as demonstrated by Jennifer @ DECORATING IDEAS Made Easy.

In many décors—including my own—it is even considered a neutral.

That makes it a favorite among decorators.

Now what creative ideas will you tempt us with this week?

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Time Travel Thursday #85 & Talented Time Travelers #84

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories. 

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."
~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 85th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

But...

before we get this party started, let's visit a few of our

talented time travelers from last week.

When I saw this incredible bathroom redo by Deborah and Thomas @ The Fairfield House,

I fell head over hills in love.  Once I  read of the shopping venues used to amass

all these wonderful treasures, I knew why.

With goods from online shops like Pottery Barn, The Barnhouse Marketplace,

Faded Plains, White Flower Farmhouse, LauraAnna's Vintage Home, Dash and Albert,

IKEA and others, there was no way this room

was not going to turn out fabulous!

We're all familiar with the wonderful power of paint.

It turns the mundane into the marvelous—as demonstrated in this pretty project by

 Revi @ Revisionary Life.

This is but one of several pieces that Revi "painted pretty."

Everywhere you turn in Blogland eyes are looking toward—and longing for—spring.

Audrey @ Elegant Economies gave us one last chance

to view her lovely sideboard as it was decorated for the holidays.

She also shared a fun tool for making a "ColorBar" by capturing the colors

used in your images.  Be sure to visit Audrey for the details.

In an attempt to tone down the "radioactive pink"—as she calls it—in her

 daughter's room, Miranda @ Pressing On decided that an infusion of

colorful cheeriness just might do the trick.

What sweet little girl wouldn't be pleased with this pretty project?

By combining components from a mid-century arm chair,

a vintage mirror, a side table, a headboard, curtain finials, and a shelf,

4 the love of WOOD was able to create this unique

one-of-a-kind cabinet.

A thoroughly creative use of materials, don't you think?

Now let's see your best projects for this week!

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Time Travel Thursday #84 & Talented Time Travelers #83

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 84th Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

Let's travel back to last week's party and take a peek at

some of our talented time travelers first.

This truly is just a peek at the fab bathroom redo

by Maggie @ Hell on Heels Housewife.

Be sure to stop by Maggie's to see more of the delightful details.

Nikki @ nickety nackety noo has ambitious plans

to revamp her son's entire room for $100.00 or less.

This comic-book-covered chest was the first of her transformations for that space. 

At the whopping price of $3.98 total for this project—

including the chest—I would say she's off to a fantastic start.

This beautiful tiled countertop was the result of the transforming "girl power" of

Katie @ Let's Add Sprinkles.

Proof positive that power tools and females DO work well together.   ; )

If pretty paint projects pep you up,

then you'll want to visit Robin @ it's robin with an i for the terrific tutorial 

on how she transformed this lovely piece.

Want to visit a beautiful Bed and Breakfast

in the faraway land of South Africa?

Then be sure to stop by and say hello to Sandra @ De Oude Huize Yard.

Well that wraps up another week of project reviews. 

Show us what you've got going on this week.

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Time Travel Thursday #83 & Talented Time Travelers #82

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~ 

Welcome to the 83rd Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

Let's pay tribute to some of our talented time travelers

from last week's party first.

We all have our favorite sources of inspiration

for our projects, right?  For Todd and Jodi @ Cottage Charm Creations that

would be Restoration Hardware—the inspiration for the piece above

and several others.

Can you believe that this gorgeous cabinet—with its new zinc patina—was once

just a run-of-the-mill  plain oak piece?

As someone who loves to sew,

I'm always drawn to pretty textiles.

Undoubtedly, Becky @ ...from generation to generation is too.

And she creates lovely pieces like this handbag from her fabulous finds.

I told myself that I would not showcase any

Valentine's Day projects again until next week.  But after seeing this

sweet tray, created by Kim @ La Bell Epoque Home,

I changed my mind.  

Husbands and wives teaming up for projects is nothing new.  As you know,

 the Yankee and I do it all the time.  But if he ever requested permission

 to post on my blog "edit free and without suggestions"...

Well, that's exactly what Mr. Dump of Dumped and Discovered

asked of his wife.  You're such a brave girl, Sarah—even

though Mr. Dump's projects do turn

out quite well!   ; )

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Time Travel Thursday #82 & Talented Time Travelers #81

"We all have our time machines. Some take us back, they're called memories.

Some take us forward, they're called dreams."

~Jeremy Irons~

Welcome to the 82nd Time Travel Thursday linky party at The Brambleberry Cottage!

Are you ready to share your fondest memories, grandest dreams,

and most creative projects? Great!

But you know the routine.  

With all the creativity shared at the party each week, we simply 

must revisit some of our talented time travelers.

Brigitte @ Evolution of a home was kind enough to make a

beautiful Valentine's gift for her friend.

To admire the rest of this gorgeous garland, just pay Brigitte a visit. 

She's a brand new blogger, so please be sure to show her

some bloggy love while you're there.   ; )

If you're looking for a simple, cute craft for Valentine's Day,

you'll want to head on over to Jane's @ Minnesota Junker to discover

how to create this sweet, woven, felt heart.

Some people love Valentine's Day so much

they start decorating a month in advance.

Such is the case with the The Greely Girls. 

The sweet decorations above are just a sample of the

prettiness you'll find when you visit them.

Though I'm not a red kind of girl...

I love this pillow with the red-bow-and-rhinestone embellishment.

It's just one of the many lovelies Laura @ Cottage and Broome shared

from her visit to a few quaint shops in MI.



And if you're not crazy about the traditional red or pink for your

Valentine's décor, Mary @ Sweet Little Bluebird has saved the day

with her marvelous multidimensional heart art.

And I'm sure there will be even more

Valentine's love shared at the party this week!

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