January 25, 2011

A Spooky White Wednesday

Today has been a very dreary, rainy day here in Alabama.  The tree line across the lake is obscured by fog,  making the water blend seamlessly into the sky - and it's all gray.  Right now, minutes before darkness falls, the trees on our side of the lake appear black against the smoky gray background. It's certainly has been an  Edgar Alan Poe kind of day -  hope it's not going to be a Hitchcock kind of night!

Okay, on the upside, it's time for White Wednesday and I will get to see lots of bright whites and shabby white goodness at Faded Charm. Things are looking up!!!


 I recently bought this picture frame



          I didn't like her color (gaudy gold)     



 
 but, I loved her style



So, I painted her white
and added a vintage Valentine print
Looking good!



 Found this sweet vintage bowl for less than $1.00!!!  
REALLY



 
Lovin' the sea shells around the top and the tiny feet




 
This  little white bird endured the nasty outdoors today




Hark!  A wee bit of green still survives on this cold Winter day!


It's been nice getting my mind off the spookiness outside my windows,
but let me show you what I mean!
 


I am off to lock all the doors and board up the windows
before I start a new book tonight.


Thanks for stopping by!

 Rhonda
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21 comments:

  1. NanaDianaJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Oh- I have faith that you will finish that book in one sitting~ You are right- it does look "spooky" out there...quothe the Raven...Nevermore~

    Love that shabby little white bird AND the frame? OH MY! LOVE the frame..and guess what? Your other two "finds" aren't so shabby either! Hugs-Diana

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  2. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    That frame is just yummy! stay safe and cozy!
    xo,
    Debra

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  3. SarahJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I let out a giggle when I saw the title of your evening read. ;-)
    Taught first grade!
    Lovely white! Thanks for sharing. ~ Sarah

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 25, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    What a great frame, Rhonda! Love the detailing! It sounds like a spooky kind of day your way. A thriller would not be my choice of book or movie on a night like that! Although, I think you'll be okay with the Berenstain Bears! : )

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  5. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    What wonderful detail! I think your idea to paint over the gold was genius.

    I love the Berenstain Bears.
    Stay safe.

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  6. Mary Ann PickettJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    NO way! That pretty bowl for less than $1? Wish I could send you some sunshine.
    Mary Ann

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  7. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    Hi Rhonda, your frame is fabulous and so is your shell bowl, their so pretty... I just love vintage frames... and what a great deal on the bowl, sweet Valentine too!
    PS. YOUR SO RIGHT IT DOES LOOK SPOOKY!!!
    Happy White Wednesday~~~ Daphne

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  8. Honey at 2805January 25, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Great details on your beautiful frame!

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  9. Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 25, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Rhonda,
    What a stunning looking frame all in WHITE!!! Now that $1 shell bowl is just my style:) Stay safe on the lake...now lock those doors!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  10. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Such pretty white things! That cute little bowl for $1.00, wow! What were they thinking? Love the sweet white bird in the garden best.

    p.s. don't even think about reading that scary book to your grandbaby, lol.

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  11. clustresJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Great white things--drooling over the frame! And I do think it is so pretty with the Valentine!
    Pam

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  12. Tanya January 26, 2011 at 2:20 AM

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  13. Tanya January 26, 2011 at 2:26 AM

    Oooooooooooooooh - spooky and wonderful, all at the same time! BEAUTIFUL photos - and Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh, yes my comment needed spell check and had to be removed - spooky what my fingers will type sometimes! Happy White Wednesday - Tanya

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  14. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Beautiful and spooky and a bit romantic too!

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  15. SherryJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Love your finds, the frame looks perfect white with the vintage Valentine print. I am inspired now to stop at Goodwill on my break this morning. A fun frame to paint and make a Valentine decoration will be my aim. I don't have much to decorate for Valentines day. Your dreary day pic looks a lot like my area.

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  16. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Oh my gosh I love that frame with the Valentine!!!!!!

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  17. time worn interiorsJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Great picture frame! I so sick of the cold gray days! I NEED some sunshine! Please Lord send some SUN! We got another 2 inches of snow last night!
    Theresa
    aka:tot

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  18. V I N T A G E O L O G I E January 26, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Great post and a great frame! ... looks like some good reading too!
    xo
    Jill

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  19. Blue Ridge Altered ArtJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    The frame turned out beautiful. I love the shell bowl and cannot beleive you paid only $1.00 for it. Don't you just love bargains like that. ~~Sherry~~

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  20. Decor To AdoreJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Oh I find this only lovely not spooky!

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  21. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 29, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Rhonda, What a beautiful frame and bowl. I can't believe that bowl was not even a $1.00! Have a wonderful and safe weekend.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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