A Weekend of Wine

Hi Everyone!

Sheesh, I've only been away for a few days and I already miss my friends in the blog world! I hope everyone had a fun weekend. It was perfect weather out this way. Very "un-fall", but I cannot complain! :)

So because I haven't had any time to make some new fun projects for you yet, I thought I would share some photos from the weekend. Here's a little snippet!

Luscious grapes still on the vine.

We were lucky enough to be able to taste the wine right out of the bin. The flavors were sweeter than any wine I have ever tasted.

This kitty made himself right at home in a basket conveniently located on the tasting counter. Puurrr-fect for some lovin!

The countryside was breathtaking. This is my dream location.

Gorgeous day. Couldn't have asked for better.

A grand selection!

One of the bigger wineries had a bit more going on.

Whites, reds and blends made for a beautiful melody on the palette.

A beautiful end to a beautiful day in the country.

I will have some projects coming up for you-- I promise!

Have a blessed week!

~Rachelle

Jewelry Box Makeover

Do you ever have moments where you need to make, paint or sew something; but are at a loss as to what?

It's like the creative juices are there and ready to rock 'n roll, but your mind didn't get the memo.

That was me last night. I had no idea what I really wanted to work on, so I grabbed this little raw wood box I bought recently and decided I would do something with it. I had no idea what. I picked up whatever happened to be laying around me and started applying. Here is the end result:

 

Most of the time, I just need to create...even if I don't know what will come of it...

I layered a ton of paint on this, as well as lots of gloss coating before sanding the corners. 

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The initial result of the border on top wasn't too great, so I scraped off gobs of paint until I stopped with this result. What do you think?

 I could not decide what to do with the photo panel in the center, so I walked around the house thinking. Then it dawned on me that there were some little flowers outside on our porch.  
Note: I don't make a habit of snapping flower heads, but this little flower just fit the bill.

 

I always forget a before shot, so below is a similar photo of what it looked like before I got to it:

I would try to give a tutorial on this for you, but to be honest, I went into a zone where I could not begin to tell you the process. Mostly because I changed it multiple times! I would suggest just going to the craft store and buying the first piece of anything that you think you could have fun with. Use what you have around the house and whatever paints you have laying around and create something inspired by that creative energy! :)

~Rachelle

Found! Cute Vintage Items

Right now I am currently in the middle of a longer project, so I thought I would share some a couple great finds with you! I stumbled upon these classy ladies at the market...  ;D

(The chain and toothless key were actually separate when I found them. Sad right? They were meant for each other!)

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend! It has been a bit hot here this week, so it was a pleasant surprise when I woke up to cool, crisp air outside. Mmmmm. True Fall. 

I should hopefully have my project for you tomorrow! :) 

~Rachelle

Puppy Pee & Pumpkins

Soooooo, I was very much looking forward to today- Pumpkins, craft store and some decorating. YES!

However, I had to take the pup to the vet to see what's going on with the funky limp she's had lately before I could do any of the above. No problem. She's never been a fan of the car, which results in a massive mess of you-name-it. (HUGE bummer since we do so much camping!) Anyway,  I figured she would be better sitting on my lap with her head out the window. So far, so good! 

And then it happened.

 A nice rush of warmth flowing down my leg, onto the seat and everywhere else.

Awesome.

But, with a phone call to the hubs to come to my rescue, we got things cleaned up and squared away. Oh and the limp issue is just a part of puppy growing pains. She's good!

Now, off to the pumpkin patch!

Don't you just LOVE moon pumpkins?!

Here's some critters I thought were pretty darn cute!

(How fantastic is this guy?!! Sesame Street character, brought to life.)

This guy has my vote for "Cutest Critter". ;)

 There's me n my 'kins to wrap up the patch-a-palooza!

Have a wonderful and 'pee-free' weekend, All!

~Rachelle

A Temporary Angel

Yes, yes. I know puppies chew (everything) and poop and pee (in all other places but those with grass!) and bark and whine (4:30am - Good Morning!) and just have a natural tendency to make you want to pull your hair out and vow that you will NEVER go the puppy route ever AGAIN.

However...


There are those brief moments when they are still. (Let me emphasize, BRIEF.) And suddenly the eyes that were once looking for trouble, now appear to have morphed into a melt-worthy blend of a Precious Moments doll and a Saturday morning cartoon character.

So please - take this moment to dribble into a puddle of goo with me as you are lucky enough to witness a calm Basset Hound puppy. These moments are few and far between, but make it all worth while!

~Rachelle