La Bella Vita... Beautiful Living , Food, Gardening: San Valentino

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Cuori E Fiori… Hearts And Flowers …

We have houseguests from Italy again… this time, Vitangelo and Angela, they will be with us for a month. Angela is like me, no down time, always doing something, always wanting to make something pretty. The crocheted tablecloths and doilies that she makes are exquisite… she got that skill from her mom. I am lucky enough to have several of her beautiful handmade pieces. During some vacation down time, we made some little decorative hearts… right for the moment… little pretties , just to hang here and there.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Buon San Valentino. E Un Cuore Rustico.. Happy Valentine's Day And A Rustic Heart...

I like to hang Roses, which are past their prime, upside down to dry, either in the Shed or in the Kitchen. They don't keep their vibrant colors, the delicate petals' texture changes, the colors become muted ... They go from soft and delicate to dry and rustic, and take on a different kind of beauty.

Thought they would look nice made into a Rustic Valentine Heart...

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Piccole Bellezze... Little Pretties...

Been enjoying some Valentine Decorating and a few little crafts... I made these Decorative little dish towels to give as little party favors for girlfriends at Yuri's Birthday Lunch... I think they turned out cute, and the girls really liked them...