My Little World...

After a long run of cuckooooo frenzy, we all need a little time to hide in our favorite place.  My room at the country house, from the day it was built, has been a magic haven for me.  It makes me utterly happy, and it makes me feel like I am in a safe little cocoon where nothing can get me... (you know like goblins and such...)

The last two days I have really enjoyed the weather and my space.  It was overcast and breezy and just perfect for a party with some of my friend's children & my favorite tea cup (for 6 years now, I hope I never break it)...

      

I was also, on this funny wave of the little things that are so blissful.  The little things that bring love into my life.  So, I thought I might share a few...  And maybe you can share a few here, or on your blog too?  And let me know?  The little things in your private space, that bring you bliss?

      

The first thing is getting to have time for a tea party.  I know, we probably over do the idea here, but c'mon, can you really over do a tea party?  Some people have high tea every day...

      

Well, either way, I had to have a little welcome tea party for my friend's creatures, whom are now mine.  You see, when you receive a package from Marmee (her bear is to the left, drawing/painting in pink/red is behind the bear)  you must be prepared for smiles bouncing off of walls.  My dear friend Marjorie, who I call Marmee and Marrrrmmmseee, most of the time (which must make a proper Victorian loveliness, like herself,  crrrazy) sent me the most delightful treats.  I could never thank her enough.  So, what better way, than to have a party?

Of course, the sweet and shy bunny had to be invited.  You see, he was in my friend Shell's show, and I swooooned over him soooo much, that, well, one day, a package from the other side of the earth shows up at my doorstep, and lo and behold...  Bunny.  He is on the right and he has ears that cover his eyes, so when he feels shy, or gets bored and wants to sleep, voila, the perfect ears do the trick.  I loooove him.  He is such a joy!! Fannk yoooo Miss Shell!!!

      

And of course, we can not have a party without Pigeon.  Pigeon is a wee Owl who has lived with us for over a year.  I purchased Owl right out of my friend Sarah's delightful shop.  Sarah is a riot, and so real and practical!!  I adore her.  She is such an amazing sewer and maker!!! (and she puts up with my wacky chats :)

So, what do we do after a tea party?  First we must relax a little, and let the sugar subside a bit.  And while doing so, I got into that whole idea of things that I love in my wee world...  Some things you have seen before...  But, I just had to share little things that fill my heart...

Although I have a love-hate relationship with Anais Nin, I looooove this painting of her.  Well, let me say, when I purchased it, it did not say it was of her...  But, to me, it is her.  Anais, on my wall... Perhaps it was her decked out in a "go as your own madness" masquerade...

      

Either way, I feel so cozy with her looking over me... in a little nook by my bedside..

      

As most of you know, that is a Magic Jelly  piece in the frame.  Also, hanging on my lamp is a Mary Contrary piece.  Looove her work, she is so sweet! And on the wall, to the left, you can catch a wee glimpse of a piece from my beloved John Derian collection.  Wait, soory, I don't know how this turned into the things "I have."  But, I guess, I just want to give credit to the artists who's work makes me happy...

So, one of the other things I adore and love the most, is when the sun starts to go down, and casts a blue glow over everything...

      

I just adooore that time of the day.  And, I love when I happen to be in my room in the country at that time...  And, I actually sit back and enjoy it... I love opening the curtains, and letting the blue pour in...

      

That is what happened yesterday.  I got to have a little cozy time, and sit and draw and enjoy the blue light, and curl up, and be at peace...

      

And while I am all cozy, I just loooove looking in my mirror, which is right across from my bed, and getting little glimpses of my dollhouse... And, hoping to see some activity in there....  Just hoping...

      

And after a lovely nights sleep, I always wake up to the most comforting feeling ever since...   

      

You see, late last year, I put my old mantle over my bed as a headboard...  And, I have to say...  You know when you love something, for me it is architectural salvage and such.  I love to see the old paint peeling off of things, and revealing another color below.  But, when you love something like that, and you own a piece you adore, we usually don't get to enjoy the details as much as we would like, right?  Well, putting my mantle over my head, and waking up to it hovering above me every morning brings major bliss to me.  I just love the peeling cracking, paint peeking through.  I get to enjoy it to the fullest...

        

It takes me to another place.  Almost like I get to wake up in another time...  In my room in the country, where you open the door and you find dirt, and bunnies, and quail, and old paths...  and the edges of your skirts get tarnished, and your mantle headboard, holds old stories...  That is life here to me, surrounded by things that make me happy...

      

But besides that I have silly loves...  Like I love that my Valentine's day balloon is still hanging on for dear life, dancing around my room...

      

And I just love dangling piles of trinkets and such... 

      

And I love staring at the girl blowing bubbles from a bird bath (John Derian)...

         

But most of all...  I love being able to have days to enjoy these quirky little things...  Which are so necessary for refueling the soul...

What are your little blissful loves...  Fanciful treasures and simple delights??

ps: Oh oh, I almost forgot, I had to tell someone this...  So, I loooove my new surprise pink rug too...   I got it by washing it with a red towel and fuschia cotton pants...  Heeeee... The little accidental joys.... (yes, I know that red things bleed, but I didn't think this old red towel and old pants would create this wonderful color, I love it!!)

      

pps:  I have not forgotten the Tiny Tea Party winner, I promise.  I have chosen a potential winner, and am working a little bit on the actual pencil drawing before I know... Trust me, it was soooo hard to choose, and still, I sit with the descriptions and go back and forth....  Thank you for being patient!!  xxoo, see you soon!!

Comments

[marjorie]

surprise pink rugs are the best, are they not!!? : ) I love that shade!

Oh, sweet miss Vanessa, thank you so much for sharing pictures of the tea party! :) It makes me happier than a mad hare to know that my little whimsies have taken up residence in your magical abode! :)

Your the sweetest pea on the pod!

I need tea! :)

[risa]

there could never ever ever be too many tea parties. especially with you. :)

[sadira]

Surprise!! My little rubber ducky rug gets a few splashes of pink when washed with the red bathroom towels (I think he really appreciates the spiffing up) I am so very inspired by this post of yours...I have so many little things that I literally vibrate with joy when I see...I think I shall have to do a post similar to this, because they need to have their own space to be showcased...yes indeed.

[Edgar and Edgar]

What a delightful post...

XO...Kimberlee

[Randi]

The color of that rug is fabulous! Happy accidents are the best kind. All of your gadgets and gizmos are special and no wonder they make you feel good!

[michelle]

Oh so lovely! You take such lovely pictures and have such lovely thoughts! Let's see, my fanciful place? Well I have been working on my laundry/craft/sewing/studio room this week and I think it is really going to be one of those places for me. And it has several little Miss Vanessa pieces in it! Oh, we are waiting with great excitement for your announcement of the winner! Have a lovely day!

[Cre8Tiva]

sounds like you are having loads of fun...may i please come for a break??? rebecca

[Erin Earls]

I love every thing about your cosy spot, well maybe Anais Nin give me a bit of the shivers, but I actualy like it. (you know the clown thing, but I am working on it!) I think I escape through many of the blogs I visit. My home is small and there are small people in every nook and cranny. I do love my bedroom. All of my art things are there. I can relax in there and if I get inspired, there is always something close at hand.
Love Erin~

[gracia]

I'm sure I've said it before, but I love the trinkets and jewels you wear on your wrists and fingers.

Lovely, all of it!

see you, g

[Carrie West]

I LOVE your bracelet you are wearing!!! Your little world in the country is all so enchanting! I could be a hermit for months there!!!!!!!!

Tea sounds so lovely!!!!~

[somepinkflowers]

isn't life *GRAND*
to know that you
NEEDed a pink rug
even before YOU knew you NEEDed one!

:-)

i love how life does that sometimes...

it gives us pink*lemonade
before we even know we have pink*lemons.

yes,
life is *GRAND*

IF you wear
~~the perfect amount~~ of bracelets,
well,
that is the key to total happiness
in my book...
wearing
~~the perfect amount~~ of bracelets
and
rings....

[Nancy]

Miss Vanessa, I absolutely love when you show us glimpses of your eclectic, colorful, magical, but always oh so cozy room at your country house! And I love all of the things that bring you bliss...it's all sooo you!!

Sigh...I fear you would blush if you saw photos of what brings me happiness. Most of it is made by you! ;-) I love the dolls and paintings that I have from you, each one is unique and special and I will treasure them always....

A cup of tea....that does sound nice!

[Gillian]

Oh you and your pink frou frou-ness, and your dolls, and your little teeny tiny tea cups and your eensy weensy curious creatures and jewels and such.
What a life!!!
Boredom, surely never enters your vocab, mon ami!
Say hi to Caroline! and Mr.Lovee pants!
And vous!
Mwah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Donna O.]

How perfect when I was going to tell you I adore how you "love the blue creeping in" when I saw that 'blue' commented right before me! Or should I say Shmoo?
Vanessa, the artwork in your previous post was your best yet. You are one amazing artist, let me tell you. Just better and better.

[Tizzalicious]

Such sweet photos!

And you are right, you really can't overdo a tea party!

[noodle and lou studio]

Love that sweet lil' polka dot teacup! And your mantle is divine my dear!! Have a great day!!! xoxo...jenn

[Janet]

Your little world is beautiful, tranquil and filled with love....it just shines through.

A surprise pink rug can be so special. It's all in how you look at it....was it a mistake (no) or a happy little gift!

[Paris Parfait]

I would never turn down the opportunity to have tea with you - except in May that is. :(

So many delightful treasures in your gorgeous abode. I adore that fireplace mantel turned headboard. Will post something about some of my treasures soon. :) xoxox

[Marilyn]

Oh I love Marmee, she's another sweetie. :)

[Polly]

I love your chippy mantle!! I have an old white chippy mantle too but right now it's just sitting on the 2nd floor landing with a bunch of pictures in the spot of the fireplace. A headboard would be a much better use! Blessings... Polly (p.s. bliss = the pink stove and my sewing room!)

[http://erinpetersonart.blogspot.com]

I feel like I just spent the afternoon playing with you in your room!

I had such fun, thanks for inviting me over!

P.S. The "Come As Your Madness" photo (the real one) of Anais Nin is one of my favorites in the world! I've wanted to frame it for years, but alas, an old friend borrowed the book I had it in and never returned it. Hmmmmm. Maybe one day I'll buy a new copy. I just think it's brilliant.
Have you seen "Henry and June"? It's one of my favorite movies ever. It's so beautiful and artful.

[cruststation]

Your home is truly a magical place, love what you did with the headboard and the jewellery pieces dangling all over the house like it's Christmas every day :) -why not? loving your rings and bracelet too.

[cruststation]

Your home is truly a magical place, love what you did with the headboard and the jewellery pieces dangling all over the house like it's Christmas every day :) -why not? loving your rings and bracelet too.

[tiffany]

I love my green plastic cups that I bought for a dollar. I love pink bendy straw in my pink cup with my diet coke.. It makes me feel like I live better than a king. What king (except in recent history) ever got to have an ice dispenser! Can you believe how lucky I am.

I also just love that I have a beautiful space to create.. that's all my own. It's is one of my hearts fondest dreams and I am so grateful for it everyday.

I love your old mantle/headboard. This lady once said that she liked old things.. just because they lasted. That's a good reason don't you think?

Fun post Miss V.

[Mary Contrary]

Wow, I really loved seeing a few of your favorite things and can't tell you how excited I am to hear that a piece of mine fit into that gorgeous collection of yours!!! I feel so honored!!

Sending some warm fuzzies your way,

Mary

[Krissy]

I must say, that was a wonderful tea party. My 4 year old and I love to go to the local tea room and sip tea and be high falutin. It's awesome!
Krissy

[Sharon at American Harvest]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE that old mantle. That's my decorating style! White paint, white chippy paint, old white chippy paint....perfect!
Sharon

[Artbrat]

Your lovely country home reminds me so of the Teapot cottage we have stayed at in Hawaii. Everyplace you look you see a lovely little trinket to make your world more beautiful. Wonderful.

[Scarlet]

First of all, I've been here twice now and every time I visit I leave wanting to create something, so you're truly inspirational.

Having said that, can I come to your tea party? Virtually speaking, of course. :)

[karen]

You have created the most inspirational place. I love the mantle headboard, and all the lovely details of this space. Karen

[karen]

Vanessa, I mentioned you on my post today. Stop by if you have time to gather some Fairy Dust. Karen

[Penny-Elizabeth]

I know exactly how you feel with your headboard, I have so many lovely things I just get carried away staring at.

I think my fanciful spot is my back porch...it has a lovely view of the greenhouse, and there's black iron chandeliers and lanterns hanging from it, and a huge old leather chair with a handmade quilt to soften the corners, and rusted cauldrons and bells. The boards are starting to warp and lift and it's almost like you're stepping on the scales of a sleeping dragon when you cross it!

I love my kitchen window too. The view isn't a winner, so I've distracted the eye with stained glass window stickers and hanging trinkets.

Thank you for reminding me of how important our magical worlds are.

[Jo-Anne Coletti]

Happy Sunday Vanessa!
I loved seeing where you spend your creative time.. Your home is as charming as YOU are!
Wishing you a beautiful week,
Jo-Anne

[Titeju]

What a wonderful world!!!! I'm a french blogger et I had just discover your universe... I like it!! Excuse ma poor english... Bye Ju

[Anastasia]

hey Miss V - i love seeing pictures of your amazing home the little nooks and delightful corners full of curiousity and gorgeous-ness!!!
hope you're well Miss chickadee!!

[melissa @ the inspired room]

I love seeing all your little lovely corners and your cozy bed...

xoxoxoxoxoxo HONKING xoxoxoxoxo

[Cinda Rae Oliverio]

Get Well!!! My son, Mario has a cold now too! Glad your sis came to visit and I LOVED that shadow!!! Phew! YOU brightened my day!!!