acid trip

 Welcome to the Menton Lemon Festival on France's Cote d'Azur!

Held every year in February, and a different theme each year, 

the city square is transformed into a citrus fantasy land!

My friend Wendy sent me these pics, so I did a little research.

I know there are several annual lemon/orange festivals -

particularly in the Netherlands and in Canada.

But I had never heard of one in France -

specifically on the beautiful, sunny French Riviera!

Oooh la la! Enjoy the fun photos!

... and last but certainly not least, 

a little something for all my guys :)

put it on pause

I'm pausing to take a breather and enjoy the little things I love,

like this beautiful orchid from my friend Shauna :)

Yesterday during the late afternoon, 

I happened to look over at it and the backlighting made it glow :)

Remember, I always say the little things are the big things!

So take time to pause and enjoy them :) 

even more amazing headboards

ALLL-RIGHTY THEN!

Are you ready for more uber creative headboards?

I'm thinking today's post even trumps yesterday's.

And I started off with my ultimate FAVE, above!

And it's not even a traditional headboard!

Which is why I think it's so OuTStaNdiNg :)

And those of you who know the real me - like truly -

know that I adore all things typography ON DA EARFF...

and the blanket with Swiss crosses sent me over the edge! 

This one has a lovely traditional shape,

easily cut out of wood and painted...

then given a beautiful look with stenciling.

This simple, white iron headboard 

is not a headboard at all! Surprise!

It's fun "iron" frame is painted...

right onto the chocolate brown wall! FUN!

(Not so great with paint? You can find all sorts of illusions

just like this headboard, in VINYL... on places like Etsy.com!)  

Now just look at these old window frames!

Dressed up with paper or fabric -

and whether the frame has glass or not -

they make a fantastic "headboard" -

the focal point of this fabulous room!

Here's something much more traditional -

yet turned on it's ear in just the nicest way.

A gorgeous old headboard painted a fantastic blue!

Such a complementing a mix of shades and designs!

Look closely to see how creative this idea is!

Behind the metal screen "headboard"...

is a simple but lovely second "headboard"...

painted on the wall in the room's golden tones!

 This is one of my favorites!

Again - a headboard that's not a headboard!

I love how it's so rustic and so charming.

As much as I adore color, this is a room

I could definitely live in all day, every day!

WOW! An old metal gate made into a headboard!

With some fabric stretched over a wood cut-out,

and easily attached to the metal gate,

you have a fun, one-of-a-kind headboard! 

Here's another take on a wooden headboard:

add a design element of pretty wood scrollwork,

paint it all a vivid color to complement the room,

and there you have a fresh, "new" headboard! 

Another personal favorite of mine! MAP LOVE!

This is a traditional-shaped headboard,

decoupaged with different maps! So easy!

I love all the feminine and masculine elements

in the room too - perfectly executed! Well done!

Okay, this wins for simplest/sweetest headboard!

An old wooden headboard (love!) ready for a refresh:

This is simply a beautiful striped RUG...

with added ribbon ties, tied to the frame itself!

As always, I had to save one of my faves for last!

Wow, I just love every element of this room!

Look at this outstanding mix of design pieces!

From mid-century modern to old fashioned,

ethnic to... vintage drum set nightstands(!!!)

And again, both masculine and feminine elements,

as well as colors. This room is pretty much GENIUS.

This lovely decorative "headboard" is made out of...

...drum roll please... (HAHAHA - GET IT?!)

a lovely, framed variety of vintage handkerchiefs!!!

Okay, okay - I'll stop gushing now :/

(*all images from today's post are via the Cottage Chick blog,

who is now the fabulous blog Denise In Bloom! Many thanks!)

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Once again, I hope you enjoyed your headboard tour!

Now go do something creative and fun :)

if you like it then you better put a frame on it

I love beds. Love them.

I especially love bed FRAMES!

In particular, headboards and footboards!

Especially if they are creative and unique.

My dear friend Lauren knows this about me too.

She recently sent me some pics of FAB headboards!

And that got me searching for even MORE fab ideas!

So the next few days are dedicated to headboards -

starting with the lovely old shutters, above. LOVE!

This idea even made me do a double-take!

Old book covers, flattened and attached together,

to resemble and play off the patchwork quilt.

Makes me start thinking of even more ways 

books could be incorporated into a headboard!

Now my mind is racing!    

I thought this bamboo headboard was great.

I especially love the different height levels.

And it is a good example of another easy project.

I'm not a big bamboo lover, however...

how cool would a headboard out of vintage skis be?

Or colorful skateboard decks? Or used snowboards?

Heart... beating... fast!

Now, that is one huge black headboard/wall!

Well, it's actually a chalkboard!

Okay... I've said before, that I just CAN'T 

understand the whole chalkboard paint craze :/

The thought of chalk dust makes me want to sneeze!

But these are nice, shiny vintage chalkboards :) 

 This headboard idea has become very popular:

The use of old (or even new) DOORS! LOVE IT!

Stained, painted, distressed... so many choices!

You can add moulding (or little side tables, above)

or any creative detail of your choice -

I've even seen screen doors! Endless possibilities!

Brain... on... overload! 

Now this "headboard" idea speaks for itself -

useful shelves flanked by antique columns.

This is a unique and creative "non-headboard"...

but it works, and I think it's LOVELY!

I'm going to dream "non-headboards" all week!

Who says you can't add a little humor with style?

I love the simplicity and wit of this headboard,

and that it blends fun with the room's modern decor.

Here, they've used great unique combinations!

The custom-built wall itself is a headboard of sorts -

beautifully decorated with a macro photograph.

Personally, I love large photographs on walls,

and more places are offering those services.

Then your eye floats down to see the actual headboard:

plush, colorful, and comfy buttoned cushions!

I saved my fave for last, cuz it blew my mind!

This bed is obviously not DIY but I had to add it!

Entirely made of a heavy, custom steel frame,

 and embellished with gorgeous stained glass...

this is definitely an amazing, one-of-a-kind bed!

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I hope you enjoyed seeing these headboard examples,

and that your creativity is flowing with ideas!

MORE awesome examples coming next time!

*today's images from: Home to Life Online Designer Directory from Catherine Christie

Halloween Porch: come on in!

 Happy Friday and Happy Halloween Porch!

My cousin Shell and I worked so hard and I love it!

 But of course, I have to give you a few more teasers...

 YIPPEEE!!! AWESOME HALLOWEEN PORCH!!!

 I was limited on funds, so I used what I had,

and purchased just a few pumpkins on sale,

and the table runner to go behind the wreath.

 It's always a challenge and a blast to be creative!

 Here's a better view

 At first I had wanted to decorate more of the pumpkins,

but I decided leaving them plain would be beneficial...

because next month when it's all about Thanksgiving,

I can just swap out "scary" for all "fall".

 This is my all-time favorite little vignette :)

My vintage cradle looked great! 

I loved the snowy owl with the pumpkins...

but it was just missing something :/

Shell came out carrying my candle holder and

it was the PERFECT decoration!

Aw... my wonderful Shell! :)

I couldn't have done ANY of this without her!

She was my driving force and she worked so hard!

Thank you for such an amazing Halloween porch Shell! xoxo

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Well, I  hope you liked the reveal! 

I smile every time I'm on my porch :)