Miss Frenchie's sale is next weekend, and since I don't have much in the way of genuine French goods, like some of the other dealers, I faked it and made up a few little French inspired signs and tags. This is a mix of vintage paper, ink, paint, lace and part of an old necklace.
Both of these signs are painted and collaged onto old door panels. This one is sparkled up with some OLD beaded trim from a vintage dress. What good is the good stuff if it is just tucked away somewhere? I'm using mine!
It was fun to mix elements and come up with these plaques. And I think that everything looks better with a bit of crackled finish.
For some reason, I was in a "scripted" mood. My handwriting is notoriously bad, it was a joke in my family for years. Back in olden times, when letters were handwritten, my mom and sisses dreaded hearing from me, because they knew they would only be able to read every other word, if they were lucky.
But when I paint words, my handwriting changes. I love frilly, curvy lettering done free hand. En Le Jardin refers to the gathering at Jenn's that I am over flowing with anticipation for.
Maybe it was that phrase that got me started on this signage. (this one is for Jenn, not for the sale) Jenn has ordered fleurs (I'm still feeling Frenchie, I guess) from me for a project she is doing as decor for the gathering. So, I have been laying out piles of flowers to photograph for her and have enjoyed them covering my table top so much, that I left them there for the back ground of all these pictures.
See, isn't a pile of flowers, I mean, fleurs, prettier than any table runner I could have used behind this card?
And aren't these old Easter cards cute? Although, if I were a kid hunting eggs and came across some that big, I might be a bit freaked out. What laid those, dinosaurs??? Just how old are these cards, if they depict kids hunting dino eggs?
Speaking of being freaked out by dinosaurs, Miss Sugarwings went to T-Rex today and had some prehistoric close encounters herself.
That is my new favorite restaurant! Gosh, I wish I had the job of doing all the mural painting for those, what fun work that must have been. And the decor is too perfect, I thought the ice age areas are beautiful as can be.
Here is Sugarwings in some of the eerie blue light coming off the fake ice. She was craning her neck out as far as she could to take in the sights. Every once in a while, she'd let out a little scream, but it was all in fun, as long as she was being held, she was loving all the scary creatures.
Its been a busy day, picking up my husband at the airport, dining with dinos, and trying to squeeze in some work between dinner and an art opening I went to tonight. I was able to get some packages wrapped up to get into Saturday's mail, and that is something I hate to rush. Wrapping up the package is such fun. This is the necklace that Kana won for my March Giveaway. The tag that is tied to it is made of a copy of some French ephemera from my pal, Gwen, who will also be at Miss Frenchie's sale (actually, the whole event was her idea to start with).
This pretty Easter postcard went in the package of goods that Valita bought from my boutique. And of course, the floral wallpaper was so perfect with it, I had to use that to wrap it in.
Jewelry has been popular as a giveaway item for me lately, how about more jewels for the April gift? Right now, all my pieces are packed up for the sale next week, but here is a sampling from an earlier picture.
So, after Miss Frenchie's I'll get something pretty picked out to photograph and that will be the April Giveaway. All of the comments all month count.
do you get tired of me repeating that line all the time?
As hectic as today was, I'm glad I took the time to go to the art opening downtown. Meeting up with friends (even REALLY SKINNY ONES- why do I always have to stand next to my skinniest friend, Jen, in photos??) is a nice way to cap off a day!
Your signs ae beautiful; well, everything is beautiful. I sure wish I could come to your sale.
Blessings,
Christine
Karla, You did it again, THose signs are BEAUTIFUL!!!!! That little shovel is so sweet…Your jewlery looks so pretty….That was fun seeing those pictures of Sugarwings..That jellyfish looks scary to me too(hehe)..She is just a cutie..Hope you and your family have a Happy Easter!!!
STephenie
Karla~
Your French lettering is BEAUTIFUL!! I am sure it will be a BIG hit! Also, I wanted to ask you…the china with the little bluebirds on it in the past post, does it have a name or company on it?? I HAVE to find some!!
Happy Easter Blessings~LillySue
Karla, what beautiful signs you created I just know the special one for Jenn is going to be well received, it looks perfect for her. I am sure you are very excited about visiting her home, I am sure it will be grand! Hugs, Diane
Bonjour Karla! Ça va?
No I never get tired of you. Your lettering is so nice, I wouldn’t believe that nobody could read your handwriting!
Those photos of Sugarwings are sooo cute again. They triggered me.
I went to such an exhibition with my daughter when she was about 3 years old, oh no it was of giant insects, now I remember. She was terrified. Going back there were problems with the train and my husband had to pick us up. My daughter told any one with the most dramatic voice of a 3 year old that she was never going to Rotterdam (that city) again. I love the cards, thanks!
As busy and inspiring as usual Karla. You sound very organized for Miss Frenchie’s sale. Good luck with it all.
Happy Easter ~ Kerryanne
hello
I understand why your jewelleries are popular 🙂
Karla, everything looks fantastic! Can’t wait to see it in person:) Happy Easter,
Hugs,
Carol
ps Sugarwings is such a treat!
Karla, you are amazing!!! i love your french signs…and the little garden spade is totally adorable!!!
Miss Sugarwings looks as cute as ever, that first picture cracks me up…she is afraid to look…but just can’t help herself…what a cutie!!!
Karla,
I love your French inspired signs….as usual, such a pretty job you do! I spy my pretty package and am looking forward to receiving it!! I have the same handwriting curse and it seems to get worse with age…maybe you should have joined me in the health care profession where we fit in with our messy handwriting.
Hi Karla!
Everything is beautiful.
Happy Easter!!!
ooh la la Karla! Tous les choses francais sont tres belles!!!Jenn will love hers too! YOU are a skinny Friend, my dear!!and beautiful too!
have a wonderful easter!
xoxo, Tiffany
I love the little garden tool and love your scripted writing. Have a blessed Easter.
I love your french signage! You did a great job, as usual! And the Dino restaurant sounds intriguing, where is it? the pictures of sugar wings are adorable! I’ll bet it was fun to watch her reactions!
Love the French objects. Did you know a la parisienne, a former high school French teacher is giving an online lesson each Friday on her blog? It’s really fun to learn. Here’s her url:
http://a-la-parisienne.blogspot.com/
Have a wonderful Easter.
Charlotte
Your signs are really great and everyone will love them. What an interesting restaurant. Sugarwings is always so darn cute. I hope the Easter bunny is good to you all.
Happy Easter
Jean in virginia
Oh my I just adore your signs and yes crackle paint is soooo yummy. Your hand-painting looks great. I am an old fashioned girl and favor handwritten mail above all other forms. I even took a calligraphy class to make it more fun … and even the envelopes look pretty. Your words look so nicely done I have a hard time believing your family couldn’t read some of it. thanks for always inspiring the artist in me – love to visit here.
Just a lovely post Karla, I hope all of you have a very Happy Easter.
Hugs karen
Skinny is under-rated!!!!
I heard a line in a movie that I love (because, I of course am too fluffy!)
When the guy was asked if he was attracted to a skinny model type woman, he said “Oh no
I don’t like my woman built for speed, I like my woman built for comfort!” So there!
Well, happy Easter cute Karla and have fun at Miss Frenchies! karen…
I love all your things. It is so pretty and you paint it all so beautiful!! Happy Easter.
sweet goodness and art!!!
I love the signs, you are just so talented! Hope you have a happy easter~!xoxo
Its all so beautiful, Karla! You are going to have such fun at Jen’s event…can’t wait to see the pics! …and, Silver Bella signups Monday…so excited! Happy Easter.
XOXO
Cheryl
Happy Easter! XXX
Karla those signs are beautiful. I love anything French.
Oh my goodness the signs are wonderful!!! I can’t believe April is half over and the show is next weekend! I’ll have clothes for you only if you have roon 🙂 It’s a big bag full and some baby hangers too. We’ll see you next weekend for sure and we need to go to Trex with you and sugarwings. Can you believe we have never taken Bethany there yet! Happy Easter friend 🙂
Hi Karla, I love the little sign you painted for Jenn. She’s going to love it! 🙂 Oh, I wish I could paint half a good as you. tee-hee.
Can’t wait to see you in Georgia.
xoxo, Joanna
Love all the things you’ve been working on. And the restaurant looks really cool. I think I’d let out a little scream (of delight) as well myself! 😀
-c
It’s wonderful — and the Easter cards are so festive!
Your signs are absolutely wonderful – love them!
Glad you had fun on Easter. Happy happies.
Yea me! The card looks beautiful. I can’t wait to get my little hands on it. Did you sign up for Silver Bella tonight?
I sh9uld have bought those pretty blue flower earrings as well.
Drat Karla! lol I am new to your blog and an instant follower!!! I found you by searching for my latest and greatest idea of transforming my kitchen to a french theme and a photo of your “enchente” plaque was stunning! When I saw your “en le jardin” I fell in love again and read anxiously hoping to find your secret to beautiful lettering. Only to find it is actual raw natural talent!!!! Who HAS that anymore 😉 in an age of photoshop and cricut and vinyl lettering, your beautiful curvy letters (no matter how poor your correspondence!) is beautiful! You have a new fan and follower! Thank you for your blog!!!