Some people come into our lives and quickly go.
Some stay for awhile and leave footprints on our hearts.
And we are never, ever the same. Anonymous
The lovely Linda from Lilly Cottage is one of these people who is a giving and loving friend even though she has her own tough road to travel. Just before Christmas Linda performed ‘A Random Act of Kindness’ for me, which I truly do appreciate.
For no particular reason, she posted me a lovely parcel which contained two beautiful scented decorations which she had made. The first was this gorgeous scented Victorian boot which I hung from one of my kitchen chairs so we could smell the divine scent every time one of us brushed past.
The other item was this lovely hanging pouch of potpourri – made from a doily and adorned with hand beading and ribbons.
Thank you Linda for your generosity and this selfless act which has bought me much pleasure.
News from the Studio…..
I’ve started unpacking my treasures from my trip to the country.
Some of the things are little gifts I bought for myself. All the rest is for my Shabby Art Boutique store. Over the next few days I will start cleaning, treating and then painting up the oodles of EPNS silverware I purchased.
Here’s some of the items I found……
Antique laces, gloves and postcards.
Pretty Denton china.
I love this really large coffee perculator.
This glass washing board and antique pegs are a gift for ME.
And now for a sneak peak at the type of hand painted wares that will be available on my webstore next week.
I’ve lost count, but there is something like 28 pieces of painted silverware and EPNS available in pretty roses or cupcake designs.
The range includes platters of all sizes, bowls, canisters, potpourri holders, sugar and cream sets etc.
Hugs, Kerryanne
Kerryanne, how wonderful of Linda to send you such lovely things. She is a wonderful person.
What a lot of wonderful tresures you brought home from your trip to Ballarat.
Alison
Kerryanne,, every single things looks gorgeous with a capital G. From the gifts you received to the magical silver platters you have painted. Loving it all…what a great way to start the year…I imagine the studio will be seeing alot of you 🙂
xoxo Adla
Hello there Kerryanne and Happy New Year to you..sorry am a little behind (actually have a lot behind but I digress…) Oh you are more than welcome for your little treasures, what a lovely surprise to come over to visit your blog and see such nice things written about me…you will make my eyes leak!! I love surprises and there should be more of them! Have a spectacular day, big kiss noises Linda Lilly Cottage.
Oh I also forgot to say your new creations are looking quite divine!! I can’t wait to see more…kiss noises again Linda
Hi Kerryanne, nice to see you again. I do love random acts of kindness, how lovely of Linda. Have just checked her out, another talented lady!
Love your treasures, what a great haul, always have to have a little something for yourself:) My mothers side of the family settled in Ballarat, chasing the gold!
Glad you liked my lavender, its the only thing in my garden that looks good:)
Have a great day, Rachaelxo
Hi Kerryanne, I’ve just discovered your blog, nice to meet you. I’ll look forward to those lovely pieces you found being magically transformed.
Wow, what a fun surprise that must have been to receive those adorable items! Love your great finds!
HI Kerryanne,
What beautiful pretties that you recieved…hmmm pot purri.
I love the bits ‘n’ pieces that collected on your travels, can’t wait to see what you do with them.
Sarah xx
Hi again Kerryanne
Come and say hello if you’re ever passing our market stall, I’d love to meet you!
Hi Kerryanne,
Oh my gosh HOW SWEET is Linda !!
Thats so gorgeous of her to do that.
I love your goodies that you brought home from your little trip away. SOunds and looks like a good time was had by all…oh except for the spider EEEEKKKK !!!
XXO
Shann
Hi Kerryanne, what a great little break you’ve had shop till you drop thats my kind of holiday… can’t wait to see what you do with all your little goodies. Hope you had a lovely new year will check your website to see what you’ve been up to.
I am loving the cupcakes with the sprinkes! I love your blog and will be back for a visit again real soon.
This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.
The deleted message above was a ‘spam’ message.
Your cupcake platter is ADORABLE…we came over to visit from “The Rose Room”…can’t wait to see everything next week!
Have a blessed day!
smiles, kari and kijsa