Joyeux Noel.....

Wishing you all a peaceful Christmas Eve and a Blessed Christmas Day. May you find yourselves surrounded by the love of family and friends and  with a grateful heart. 

“Happy Birthday” Baby Jesus!

The Winner of Somerset Life......

The winner of the Winter Issue of "Somerset Life" can be found sharing her inspiration with us all right here.....

"Merci" to all who entered!

My Somerset Life ~ Winter 14' Feature and Giveaway...

~*~This Giveaway Has ended~*~

The Winter Issue of Somerset Life just arrived in my mailbox and I am truly touched. Three petite artful kits I assembled are in the "Art of Juxtaposition" feature. These kits hold a very special place in my heart as I assembled them shortly after my dear mother-in-law passed away. The kits were inspired by the vintage buttons in each of them which once belonged to her, her mother and her grandmother. I will always cherish the time we spent sorting through her button boxes and the stories they evoked.

I am especially happy that this issue is being released now... just before Christmas.... as I plan on gifting each of my two sisters-in-law with a copy of it along with one of these button box assemblages.

Also in this issue.....

Monica Sabolla Gruppo shares beauty, joy and words of healing in her“Blogs With A View” feature. Monica, and her art work, always convey messages of hope, love and goodness that inspire us all to see the world in a beautiful light... 

Then there's Becky Shander...her creations exude her "signature" style of simplicity, serenity and heartfelt sentiments. I just adore this petite canvas....

.....and Abby Bastedo’s sweet handmade tag shows us the beauty that can be found in simplicity. 

And now......in keeping with my past "publication celebrations", I

 am offering up a copy of this issue as a celebratory giveaway!

All you need to do is leave ONE comment on this post to win this tres beau issue of Somerset Life.

You MUST be a follower as of 12/16 to win.

The winner's name will be drawn on December 20th... 

just in time for Christmas!

Bonne Chance & Joyeux Noel!

Grey Dey Thursdey #14.....Last Grey Dey of 2013.....

Happy Grey Dey Thursdey Mes Amies!

This will be the last “party  for 2013 so we might all enjoy the holidays with loved ones. “Grey Dey Thursdey” will resume on January 2nd.

Sharing some winter grey Christmas around "Maison PML"....

...this tree is exactly like the one that belonged to my grandparents...

...and this precious box of ornaments belonged to my grandmother...

I treasure them so.

Now For The Party...

(I would appreciate it if you would kindly add this button to your sidebar)

A few simple rules so that we all enjoy this weekly gathering....

1.  You don't need to be a "follower" to participate. ALL are welcome!

2. Post anything in grey or "shades" of grey  (I would hate to have to delete your Post so kindly respect this rule. "Merci")

3. If it's not something you've created or own, then please give credit to its' original source.

4. Kindly link back

to this post or place the blog button on your sidebar with a direct link.  

Let's add a little "grey to our deys!"

"Merci" for joining in.....and Blessed Holidays to you all!

Xmas Movies To Put You In The "Romantic Spirit" Of The Holiday...

While the West Coast is experiencing some unprecedented snowfall , we here on the East Coast are experiencing some downright “balmy” temps and rain.....(doesn't quite put one in the "Christmas Spirit.”)

So...I’m planning on lighting my window candles.... pouring a glass of my favorite wine....snuggling under my favorite "grey dey" throw and popping in one of these...

...hope they help to put you in the “Christmas Spirit” as well.

Grey Dey Thursdey # 13.....

Actually....I’m dreaming of a “grey & white” Christmas this year and Pinterest abounds with winter grey inspiration....

~Family Holiday~

~Belle Blanc~

~My Lovely Things~

~A Cottage Muse~

Now For The Party...

(I would appreciate it if you would kindly add this button to your sidebar)

A few simple rules so that we all enjoy this weekly gathering....

1.  You don't need to be a "follower" to participate. ALL are welcome!

2. Post anything in grey or "shades" of grey  (I would hate to have to delete your Post so kindly respect this rule. "Merci")

3. If it's not something you've created or own, then please give credit to its' original source.

4. Kindly link back

to this post or place the blog button on your sidebar with a direct link.  

Let's add a little "grey to our deys!"

"Merci" for joining in.....

"Give Your Spirit Wings".....My Newest Line of Inspiration Holders....

I've been spending some angelic days in my studio.

With the music playing (just a bit too loudly) and my muse by my side...

my heart begins to sing as my hands begin to work. 

And it seems I always go back to creating that which set my spirit soaring to begin with...my “Inspiration Holders.”

It’s been a while since I’ve created any that were not to fill “custom orders”....

and the still, small voice inside of me was whispering:

 "just allow your heart and hands to bring to life the passion that lies within." 

It. Was. Time.

"Give Your Spirit Wings"

~*~My newest line of Inspiration Holders~*~

~*~SOLD~*~

“There is no key for happiness.

The door is always open.”

~*~SOLD~*~

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*This one not for sale**

~Available soon in my ETSY shop~

~Would be happy to list “On Reserve” upon request~
(Prices start at 45.00 and will vary depending upon the type of doorknob that was used and if the wings have lace hand-sewn onto them)

**I'm sorry....but I am not accepting "custom orders" for these at this time. I will be creating more to add to this collection and will list them as they are created. 
(One must be patient with her muse)

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please SEND me your email  address. 

~*~Merci ~*~