A resting place for my vintage finds...

I post frequently about my vintage finds... Many of them make their way into my booths and shows but many others end up finding a resting place in my home (more times than I probably should...!!!). I thought I would start a series of posts showing you where some of my favorite finds are living...!!  Many times, these sweet items get moved around a little bit until I feel satisfied... Who knows, maybe next time these treasures will be somewhere else...!!!

My collection of religious figures is evergrowing, and it includes some Portuguese folk art pieces... It sits in a dresser between the living and dining rooms.

One of my favorite slipper chairs has found a perfect spot under the secretary in my bedroom...

This unusually tall hatbox holds my collection of vintage umbrellas...

The sweetest pink umbrella graces one of my dressforms...

A little vignette in my bedroom includes these wonderful victorian shoes...

The lace lampshade adorns a figurine lamp in the master bathroom...

I've put this great shelf in the master bathroom, and plan to fill it with sweet vintage goodies...

The fabric covered drawer box  sits atop my secretary and holds jewelry...

My dolls gradually crowd a vintage chair in my dining room (my kids think this is creepy!)...

This is my latest find, I love this sweet basket and am still "auditioning" for a resting place...  I am not quite sure what I want to use it for... Any suggestions?

Local favorite ~ Bella Flora

I first stumbled upon this store while on a visit to Melanie's All My Favorite Things on Fremont Street... As soon as entered, I immediately felt enchanted and captivated... The owner of Bella Flora, Elaine, has created a magical, almost fairy-like little world, which kept me captive for nearly an hour...!! I was absolutely fascinated and vowed to come back with my camera!

Her windows are very organic and nature-inspired, birds seems to be a common theme around the store.. Elaine makes and teaches classes on how to make these adorable felted birds!!

She is also a basket weaver and makes the most incredible willow baskets!

Her miniature chairs and tables made of shells, twigs, leaves and moss are truly out of this world...!! 

But one of my favorite things in the store is the amazing collection of vintage dresses scattered around... These two were my absolute favorites, I am so in love with them, can you see why...??!!!!

Elaine not only collects gorgeous dresses, she actually sews darling fairy costumes and sweet dresses for little girls, like this one, made of silk and lace...! 

... On of Elaine's favorite finds is this darling vintage ballet costume with the most incredible faded colors and velvet fowers...

Elaine's creative area is an inspiration in its own...

In addition to being a basket weaver, Elaine is also a floral artist and makes rose garlands and rose head pieces with a renaissance inspiration...

... Even an old beehive looks stunning displayed from the ceiling...!!!

If you are ever in Portland, you do not want to miss a visit to Bella Flora...!!! You will be transported into a magical world you will never want to leave...!!!!

Bella Flora Studio

4439 NE Fremont Street

Portland, Oregon

503-866-3009

In love with...

... Designer Christina Strutt, creator of  Cabbages and Roses!!

I am a true romantic... Always have been, always will be...!!
 For me, flowers are the essence of romance.
They make me smile, they bring me happiness. I know I will always be drawn to floral fabrics and patterns, especially the well-loved,  time-kissed, faded ones.
This is why I love Christina's fabrics and designs so much, they truly tug at my heartstrings...
 I love how she uses her barely there floral patterns against a white canvas to create an aura of gentle romance, uncluttered and unfussy.
When I look at these pictures, I feel at home... I know in my heart I could live there... Could you...??! 

all photos from here