Monday, January 2, 2012

Simplify

Happy New Year to you all.  What I like about this time of year is that there is a feeling of hope.  I believe that even the most cynical person experiences a glimmer of hope at the dawn of a new year.  I have many resolutions but first and foremost for me is to pare down, streamline, and use my time and energy more wisely and efficiently.  This can encompass many different sub-resolutions.  But I feel it is a great starting point.

Along the lines of simplicity, this is a fairly new item in my shop.  I like the look of white on white.


What appeals to me about this look is that it is subtle.  It doesn't have to scream out to get your attention.


I made this particular sham for a friend of mine who helped me get an appointment with a very big retailer she works for.  (for my full time job :)).


I left the edges unfinished as it gives a worn tattered look to the otherwise tailored feel of monogramming.



I made this a while ago and am resolving myself to sending it to her tomorrow.


I love the combination of white linen and hand loomed antique hemp linen.  


I want to thank all of you who have supported me this, my first, year of blogging with your kind and always encouraging words.  I wish you all a wonderful 2012!!

xo
Michele

9 comments:

  1. So beautiful Michele!!! That was so wonderful of your friend to help you out, and equally as nice for you to gift this beautiful pillow to her.
    I absolutely love your blog and your style and so happy that we met through blogging last year!!
    I wish you the very best of health and happiness in 2012!!
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  2. I just adore the pillow...you can't beat white on white. I hope all goes well at your appointment...I have my fingers crossed 'o)
    Happy New Year!

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  3. Beautiful pillow! Happy New Year!! Next time youre up this way I will be sure to meet up with you! xoxo

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  4. Soooo lovely, Michele! The tattered edges are just perfect on that pillow! LUV!

    xoxo laurie

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  5. Looks great... We missed you yesterday at Wendells. I have purged half of my house...it feels great!!
    xo~Cheryl

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  6. Hello!
    Nice to meet and follow you! Come and have a peek at my blog when you have a chance.

    Ciao Bella!

    Creative Carmelina

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  7. Love your pillow...the white on white in that lovely fabric is beautiful! Happy New Year to you!

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  8. Hi Michele,
    I so regret getting rid of so many paper white line shams after seeing beauties like yours. I love the mix of French textile fabrics like the grain sacks with the white linens it makes a room sing.

    Thank you for sharing you time with me over at my place. I am enjoying getting to know you.
    see you soon in the New Year !
    xoxo
    Dore

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  9. Oooh la la I love that pillow! Happy 2012 to you.
    xo~
    T

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