What a glorious October this is turning out to be! The cool air is very much welcomed here. The fall garden is coming along splendidly and is such a joy to work in with the autumn breeze. Above is a little project I worked on yesterday, a wreath made of unbleached coffee filters. So easy and I just love the look! I tucked in a bird's nest filled with moss, a doily and a skeleton key with a ribbon. No one has been able to tell at first look that it is made of coffee filters!
My cooking area is finally finished! The little shelves in the corner are the old shelves that were by the sink. I painted them and my DH put them up, which I think just finished this area. He also made the mantle, I think he did a great job! My mother cross-stitched the two cotton boll's on either side of the rabbit picture.
I bought a top in Santa Fe this past summer that has gotten so many compliments. I am posting the photo's below for my aunt Lois, who is the most wonderful seamstress, to see. Yes, she can look at this photo below and make this top, no problem! The cut looks very similar to what the ladies in France are wearing now. It is also a very sheer cotton.
I just love it, it is very comfortable. It is really a simple top that ties in the middle, with one huge ruffle across the bottom.
There was a muted red top that was the same style but I chose the blue. Now I think about the red one quite a lot! That is always the case! I am going to try to make this...I have already bought the material. Wish me luck!
"The sweet calm sunshine of October, now
Warms the low spot; upon its grassy mold
The purple oak-leaf falls; the birchen bough
drops its bright spoil like arrow-heads of gold."
- William Cullen Bryant
Thank you all for such the sweet comments, they mean so much to me!
Posted by: Selia Renzetti | September 25, 2011 at 09:20 PM
My what an elegant site you have here, I am smitten! Your gardens and home are inspirational and lovely. I shall return often for ideas and to simply enjoy the beauty.
Posted by: Jeri Landers | September 19, 2011 at 11:02 AM
I hope all is well with you, and that you are having a lovely spring! I absolutely love the wreath and love the bird nest too.
Posted by: Homeowner Insurance | May 23, 2011 at 05:54 AM
Hi Selia, I stopped by your blog to see what was new for you this Spring, and am sad you haven't posted for awhile. Life can get so busy! I hope all is well with you, and that you are having a lovely spring in your neck of the woods. Liz
Posted by: Liz Huber | May 17, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Such a beautiful wreath - who would have ever thought it to be fom coffee filters! I love the simplicity of this beauty! Love the bird nest tucked inside also!
Vicki
Posted by: vicki Boster | November 19, 2010 at 07:45 PM
I love your wreath. It looks spectacular. I really want to make one.
Your cooktop looks amazing.
Ruth
Posted by: Ruth | October 29, 2010 at 12:43 PM
It's wonderful to hear from you again. Your creativity amazes me. I absolutely love the wreath.
The blouse is darling. Can't wait to see your hand at it.
Blessings my friend.
Jasmine
Posted by: Jasmine | October 09, 2010 at 08:24 AM
I love the mantel over your cooking area. Makes me want to figure out how I can have one. Hmmmm
The blouse is really you!xxoo
Posted by: kim | October 07, 2010 at 05:54 PM
Yippee, another great post from Selia.
What a fun Autumn treat to read it. I wish you had put close-ups of your mother's stitchery. The kitchen looks fabulous! Isn't it so wonderful to work hard and accomplish such a beautiful change? I love it!
I have a favorite skirt that has simply worn out. I plan to take it apart and copy it. Wish me luck!
Keep up the posts. It's food for my soul to hear from you; kindred spirit.
Posted by: Liz Huber | October 06, 2010 at 10:43 AM
Dearest Selia,
How delightful to find another post from you! Happy October sweet friend! I am so happy you are enjoying nice weather. We have had beautiful, autumn weather as well. I am so thankful for it! The wreath you made is gorgeous! I love the bird's nest, doily and key! Your cooking area is beautiful! Your husband did a wonderful job! I can imagine how much you enjoying cooking in such a welcoming spot! Your top is so pretty! I think you will do a wonderful job making one!
The quote is beautiful! I hope you continue to have lovely weather and enjoy your beautiful garden!
Much love, Paula
Posted by: Paula | October 05, 2010 at 11:15 AM