Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea

 

If you are a Downton Abbey fanatic like I am, picking up the new June issue of Romantic Homes magazine is a must! I shot this in the historical Daniel Webster Estate in my home town of Marshfield, MA. Although the magazine doesn't show the outside of the house, it is really stunning with a large wrap around porch, beautiful flower gardens, and breathtaking views from all sides of the house.

 

I couldn't of had a tea party without my lovely models. Sam, Kate and my niece Nicole. Kate the girl in the middle,  made all of the cakes and cupcakes, such talent!

 

 

Networking is part of the fun when your creating such an event. I found this fabulous florist in my area who created the most incredible arrangements. The aroma of the roses while we were shooting was staggeringly fragrant!

 Thank you Karen LeeFlowers.com   (Congratulations on the cover!!!! )

 

 

The lovely antique clothes are from: 

Visit Etsy Shop
www.etsy.com/shop/vintageboxofdelights

The antique blouse that Sam is wearing, girl far left, is still available-
 click here to purchase- https://www.etsy.com/listing/122699603/vintage-blouse-featured-in-romantic?ref=shop_home_active

 

I hope you all enjoy my article on Downton Abby this month...

Coming up in July, more RoSeS

 

 

 

 

Until next time, Happy Decorating!

Jo-Anne

 

 

Art Classes

 

I have EXCITING NEWS! I am now offering painting classes and creative coaching in my studio. And I am hoping to have an online painting course/video available soon!

 

 I hope your ready to paint some ROSES!!!!

 

If you’re in the area come and enjoy a workshop that will cater to all the 5 senses..

 

Click here to Enroll and for April's Schedule

 

 Email- vintagerosecollection@comcast.net

 

 

Happy April!

Spring has sprung in New England!  I can smell the first scents of Hyacinths, Daffodils, Crocus and Muscarinic growing in my garden. My rose gardens took a bit of a beating this winter but, I am dreaming of the day when their first blooms are brought into the house and made into arrangements.

 

 

Look for my article in the July issue of Romantic Homes on decorating with ROSES!

 

I am back in my studio and painting again. It's been awhile and I must admit I've forgotten how peaceful it is to just paint and think of nothing...My New Years resolution is to paint more, and concentrate on getting back to my roots. I sometimes feel, especially when you have "too many pots on the stove",  as I do, that you forget where it all began. For me, its my rose painting. However, I feel the need to stray just a bit and incorporate something other than roses.. Being a self-taught artist, I've pretty much stayed within my comfort zone but I'm feeling the need to challenge myself. I love paintings of old fashion houses, with kids playing in the yard, picket fences and such.. So I think that's a good place to start...

In the meantime, I just painted this old church pew last night. I love the old paint combined with pink roses.. You can find this on my website. www.vintagerosecollection.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

Until next time, Happy Decorating!

Jo-Anne

 

 

 

Bring Back Pretty

 

Every now and then,

when the world sits just right,

a gentle breath of heaven

fills my soul with delight...

~ Hazelmarie Elliott ~

 

It’s been quite a while since my last blog sweet friends, however I hope to bring you a bit of spring with my new color palette of dark pink, purple and peach. I must have spring fever as in the last few years, color has been anything but prominent in my home. So, I’m bringing back pretty-- the pinks and pretty tones make my heart sing.....

 

 

I bought this old pink chair about 12 years ago for $2.00. Yes, you read it right... What a steal!

 

 

Petals for romance...

 

 

 

 

 

 

I added a new chandelier to my studio-- half of the room now serves as a dining area. 

 

 

 

Are you a Downton Abbey fan? Well get ready for a Fancy Afternoon Tea, Downton style in my monthly column "Say Ah", of the June issue. Just look at that fabulous bouquet! GORG!

 

 

 

 

Coming Summer of 2013, The Feminine Home, Vintage!

 

 

 

 



Magnolia Pearl Ranch and GIVEAWAY!

                                               Magnolia Pearl Ranch and GIVEAWAY!

 

                                   Robin Brown and John Gray of

Magnolia Pearl Clothing

are selling their incredible ranch

in Bandera, Texas

and I am so thrilled

that in conjunction with this post,

they are giving away almost $2000 of Magnolia Pearl Clothing

to TWO lucky readers!

 

How do you enter?

Follow this link to Fiona and Twig's blog.

Happy New Year!!!

Every man should be born again on the first day of January. Start with a fresh page. Take up one hole more in the buckle if necessary, or let down one, according to circumstances; but on the first of January let every man gird himself once more, with his face to the front, and take no interest in the things that were and are past. ~Henry Ward Beecher

 

Christmas day was a quiet one this year in our home spent with the 3 most amazing guys in the world to me--My husband Mark and our two boys Mark and Andrew.

A perfect day! 

 

 

Purple is now my new PINK. I'm obsessed with it! There are many hues of purple to mulberry, eggplant to a rich jewel tone. Mix purple tones with silver and glass for graceful sophistication.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wishing you, my sweet friends, a healthy, happy, and safe New Year!!!

Jo-Anne