Tea Party Hats

I love, love, love Vintage Hats! I was so excited when I found the perfect hat stand so I could display them all. Now, when I have tea parties, it's easy for my guests to choose a hat of their choice. Don't ever think you have to spend a lot on hats. In antique stores they can run $20 - $30, but at yard sales, you can pick them up cheap! One of my favorite hats was only $2.00. Be patient and you can have a collection like mine before you know it.

"Rose"

I'd like to introduce you to "Rose". She's an old dress form mannequin I bought at a yard sale from a man that got her out of an old dress shop that was being demolished. I fell in love with her Shabby appearance. When I got her home, I heard a rattling sound inside of her. I turned her over and shook, and a set of old keys fell out that were hidden inside. I loved her even more! I paired her up with a vintage wedding dress that another man found in the rafters of a house he bought and didn't want. Finally, I accessorized her with some jewelry I found at yard sales. I placed her in my bedroom, next to a vintage sofa and I think she looks lovely and will continue to ignore my friend that says "Rose" reminds her of "The Haunted Mansion" at Disneyland. ;)

Mirrored Wall

Wow, has it been forever since I last was here! My kiddos have grown up so much since the last time I posted. I have a 16 yr. old, a 15 yr. old, a 13 yr. old and an 11 yr. old, now. Time sure does fly! Thought I'd post a picture of one of my favorite walls in my house. This is in my bedroom. I found this romantic vintage sofa on Craigslist. I snatched it up for $20.00! The wall was very plain above it, so I made it my mission to scour yard sales and thrift stores for old mirrors. All of the ones pictured were $10.00 or less. Some being free thanks to my sweet Mother-in-law, who blessed me with a few. I also found a $2.00 small shelf at a yard sale and added one of my favorite tea cups to add a bit of color to the wall. I love how it turned out and am considering going all of the way to the top of the ceiling. What do you think?