(felted nests $5-6)
This week, I am planning a get away with some buddies. Well, it might not be an actual get away for me, since its at my house, but it will still feel like one. A girl's weekend, where I can make stuff, shop, eat goodies and chat, chat, chat with blog friends that I just adore and love to spend time with will feel like a fantastic vacation, even if its in my own back yard.
(Lots of pink cupcake people, starting at $2 a package)
We are planning dinner at my house on Thursday after I make an airport run to scoop them all up that afternoon. I'm not sure yet what I will fix for our meal, it needs to be something that is all ready to go ahead of time so I can slip it into the oven when we get back from the airport.
(rhinestone rondelles 10 for $4.00)
For these kind of meals, I usually do something Italian. It always seems easier to serve, and is something that tastes good when made the day before. Those flavors develop over night and just get better, don't they?
Plus, I'm good at making an Italian dish nice and light. Lots of fresh veggies, a low fat tomato sauce, and a light sprinkling of cheese. It tastes good, but is not heavy. I have a feeling that we'll be having lots of goodies around for the weekend, so kicking it off with a lighter meal will probably be appreciated.
(mini rhinestone crowns $4.50 each)
But its not the meals that will be important, its the time together. I'm soooo flattered that these special ladies are flying across the country to come to visit and spend time.
Blog world has been very good to me, and I am extremely lucky to have met such good friends through their blogs, and through going to art events. Funny, we each are at different ages and stages of our lives, but all of us have a love of beautiful vintage things, and never run out of conversation topics.
Friday will be shopping in KC, and then on Saturday, we'll hunker down in the studio and play with pretties. Nothing formal, just comfortable and relaxed. If weather permits, we might sit by the bonfire that night. But then again, we might be having so much fun in the studio, we won't want to leave it. So, I'm not setting schedule, we'll do what sounds good.
That is the best kind of vacation, isn't it?
So, this week, I'll be busy Spring cleaning and getting the guest rooms ready for friends. I've got 3 extra beds, 2 sofas, and we'll set up a blow up mattress. Just like the slumber parties I loved as a kid!
Growing up in Pendleton, IN, my friends and I lived for slumber parties. Any occasion was a reason to throw one. I used to have a big birthday party every March for my Irish Setter, Ambie, and would have a whole group of girls come for a sleep over.
Now, as a grown up, I'm glad to continue the parties. My favorite thing about visiting with my sisses is that last glass of wine at night, sitting up late and talking. That cozy feeling of knowing you are in for the night and can talk as late as you like, all curled up in your jammies, laughing and being silly.
Do we ever out grow that? I hope I don't. I always want to enjoy that 14 year old girl that is still a part of me, who likes to giggle and stay up late with friends.
(rhinestones $3.50 a foot)
I'd hoped to get the yard cleaned up for the party, but it snowed over the weekend, and spring is just not cooperating with me. Oh well. I have a feeling no one will really care if my flower beds are planted or not.
But they will care if the studio is too messy to find a path to the tables! So, I'd better get to work. I don't know how I do it, but I sure tend to pile things up in there. It gets away from me, and I live like a pig out there. I'm not that way in my home, I get antsy if my house is cluttery and messy, but I sure can let the studio fall apart and fill up fast.
(glass stones 25 for $3.50)
I'm off to clean. I need a giant trash can and a shovel, I think.
I've been trying to get it done, but keep getting distracted by shiny things. All these photos are of new things I've listed in the Boutique. This last one is clear glass stones from the 40s, aren't they nice?
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Oh I definitely agree that you should never lose your 14 year old self who loves to have fun and enjoy slumber parties with friends! I will never outgrow my little girl and this year I am 8 years old when I play. Love all your treasures you posted. Have fun and enjoy this week…
I loved,loved all of our slumber parties too, and this sounds like so much fun. I remember birthday parties for Ambie too !! Have a great time Karla, you are the best hostess in the world; your guests are in for a real treat ! Love, Deb.
Have a blast, Karla! Its great to have friends like that!!!
Sandy
It sounds like you are going to have a wonderful time, Karla. I always love a girls night IN!! Italian food is a great way to go…and quiche is nice, too since you can serve it at room temperature with a nice salad.
Have fun!!
XO,
Jane
Any time spent with you at your home would be so special.
I don’t think we ever get over the slumber party stage.
I’m looking forward to seeing the pictures of all your fun.
~elaine~
Dear Karla, all your new goodies, looks divine- and your girly party, will be a dream to take part in.
What I absolutely love about you, is that you can still be that 14 year old girl— it shines throug everything you do ,and it is wonderfull.
Have a fantastic party, dear.
Hugs,Dorthe
OMG I think Ill pop over to your store and buy right away! so much goddies! /Therese
Have a great time this weekend! Sounds like tons of fun!
Hi Karla,
Your parties have got to be the best! Loving all the new goodies.
xo
JoAnne
Can’t wait to see you!
xo suzanne
Love this post! I just kept scrolling down, saying “I want that, I want that, I want that…”
Have a Wonderful weekend, Karla! ^.^ It all sounds like such fun and a perfect way to spend a few days and nights!
Sounds like so much FUN!!! I would love to join sometime too 😉
Well, have a fantastic time with your blog friends, and remember, we want lots of pictures!
XXX Ido
have a great time with your friends…sounds like a fab time will be had by all…take care
I know you will all have such a blast. Wish I was there too. Maybe someday!!
Hugs
Ginger
Have a wonderful time with your girlfriends! Sounds like a fun staycation with the girls…enjoy!
~ Iva
PS – All your new shop goodies look delicious!
Karla, your unplanned weekend sounds just wonderful… exactly what the doctor ordered! You didn’t mention your “fairies” so I’m not sure if you’ll be able to stay away from them for 3 whole days! Have fun! 🙂
Hi Karla! Once again, I’ve been inspired by visiting your blog! A friend and I hit a local thrift store and I hit the jackpot with some jewelry. I will soon put it to good use and not stash it away as I am want to do. Keep up this delightful site. I enjoy it to the fullest. take care, Kathy
see you soon! Can’t wait!
xo andrea
Love all your new pretties and can’t wait to see the large Charlottes. The small ones were so fun to play with!
Have fun!
Leann
Oh, I would love to enter for a chance to win the Moulin Rouge Theatre.
How wonderful. This is one of my favorite movies of all time. Love it. Love everything you create.
Sending you wishes over the rainbow.
Wendy from Wonderland
Your blog is a little micro ‘get-away’ for me. I remember the times of my life (4 yrs. in particular when I lived in MN), living is snow country, feeling the early stirrings of spring, only to wake up to a foot or two of snow. It was so disheartening. Now I live in the desert SW and today they are predicting a high of 98. What was I thinking?! There are places more moderate!
Thanks for sharing your photo of your studio. I have a mini version and I’m always amazed at the mess I make. Like you, it wouldn’t fly in the rest of my home, but my play table seems to have it’s own rules. Thanks for all your wonderful posts and photos.
Oh, Karla, what a divine time you will have! (And so many lovelies in the shop!)