Angel Heart Designs

The Planet Puts on a Party Hat!

2009-04-22T01:21:00.000-07:00

Visit my Green Planet Artists blog...and be entered in a very cool give away~

Keeping It Green!

2009-04-16T22:30:00.001-07:00

Please join us for shopping with a twist on Friday, April 17, 2009 as we "Keep It Green."Restoring and repurposing vintage products keeps the earth clean while we decorate our homes and our lives. Suddenly following the 3 R's - reducing, reusing, and recycling - is much more than environmentally friendly. Now it's about making everyday things more beautiful. The practice of keeping it "green" can come in many colors... rose petal pink, poppy red, turquoise, pearl and yes, even green. Flea market finds and fragile memories edged with glitter, embossed with jewels, engraved, stitched and woven anew giving old treasures a new purpose.Items lovingly restored to more than their original beauty grace shelves and are welcomed into our cozy corners. Table linens returned to their crisp, former selves discover new life draped over an antique oak table or reinvented as a charming pillow or or tote. Silver pieces, shining brighter than before, sit proudly upon a freshly painted piece of discarded furniture. China and mirrored glass salvaged from cobwebbed corners set a graceful display. Repurposing gives items with forgotten histories new stories to tell. Rescued needlepoints are transformed into luxurious pillows, stitched with beautiful silks and trims, and shared with a friend. Postcard pictures become pendants, someone's love notes worn as special gems. Silk ribbons, velvet trims, handmade lace, are added to vintage finds. Tapestries transform into bags, repurposed into something perfect, just for you. Even the smallest fragments of memories are unwasted. The tiniest scrap of lace from a time-ravaged heirloom can be reused, and add a "just-so" touch to a new creation. Altered art repurposes the most unlikely items from the longest forgotten closets into pieces of beauty with new intent. Whimsical works assembled from many vintage and repurposed items. Shoes trimmed with flowers, pink winged fairies, items put together with nothing more than the intent to make you smile.Repurposed Fabric Tote Image by: Dianne Hadaway -

Mama's PocketbookRepurposed Sweater Chick Image by: Tedi Mercer - Petite Bookstore

Marie Antoinette Pink Friday~...Let them eat cupcakes!

2009-04-02T21:39:00.000-07:00

Antoinette was young, tall, blonde and beautiful and she set fashion trends through France and Europe. She was nicknamed "Madame Deficit" or "Queen of Debt” because the Queen spent lavishly on her dress and adornments, exceeding annually her clothing allowance (her overruns always covered by her devoted husband Louis). Her flip remark “Let them eat cake” (attributed to her, but never confirmed) was the spark that ignited the French Revolution. Today, we simply cannot get enough of “Marie”Only 15 when she married the crown prince of France, the dauphin. France was then the most powerful nation of continental Europe, and the royal palace at Versailles the most opulent. She became Queen of France while still a teen. Her excessive fashions for high headdresses, plumes and voluminous dresses were subject to public comment, admiration and ridicule. At Versailles, the Queen also spent lavishly on her friends and on her entertainment. She held frequent gambling parties, masquerade balls and danced all night long.To escape the formalities, boredom, and royal obligations of court, Marie-Antoinette created a private realm of pleasure for herself and her friends at the Petit Trianon, a small retreat palace on the grounds of Versailles, and Hameau, where she planted the first Anglo-Chinese garden; collected all species of antique roses; and revolutionized architecture and gardening trends. It was so much her escape that the King was reported only to have visited her there a few times.So why do we love Marie Antoinette today? All her extravagance, her life of excess, her hairstyles that were larger than life, her reported love of pastries and champagne (some truth and some fiction as Marie was a teetotaler) all create for us a time and place where a young girl can be Queen. Marie Antoinette has become a real inspiration.
Director of Community Relations @MakeMinePink.comDesigner @ CestChouetteHome.com

Image by: The Polka Dot Rose - http://www.thepolkadotrose.com/

2009-03-20T00:24:00.001-07:00

One of a Kind TreasuresRemember the days when we wanted to be like everyone else? We wanted to have the same clothes, same hairstyles, same…. everything. Only the very brave dared to be one of a kind.Sometimes it takes courage to say "I am different. I will be one of a kind." But over time, you discover that what makes a thing, or a person, unique is often the same thing that makes them beautiful. Taking chances, standing out, can make you a trendsetter and everyone else followers.At Make Mine Pink, one thing each boutique owner has in common with the others is that her boutique is one of a kind. Our boutique owners are always on the lookout for unique and special one of a kind and vintage treasures that are rich in history. Each treasure in our shops comes with a story, and no two stories are the same.When you browse through the shops at Make Mine Pink, you'll discover unique handcrafted pieces designed and produced by our artists and boutique owners. They hunt through flea markets, thrift stores, unique design shops. They peek in corners everyone else has forgotten to discover treasures everyone else has overlooked. Every bauble, piece of fabric, abandoned item they find might be a gem waiting to be unearthed.Each piece in the Make Mine Pink boutiques is designed and created to give its owner a product that can be treasured for years to come. In our shops you’ll find some of the latest trends, many handcrafted by our boutique owners, right here in the United States.When you shop at Make Mine Pink, you can feel confident that many of your purchases are one of a kind. A piece of art that is unique in its own right, as original as you.?
Joyce Lucas, Founder
Image provided by: http://www.rosepetalsandblooms.com/

Dianne is the winner..

2009-03-18T08:47:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Dianne of Mama's Pocketbook, she won this adorable plaque that I made, part of my new ROYAL designs...that we need to be reminded of daily..stay tuned for monthly contests, items also available for sale on my website~

Pink Friday Be My Valentine

2009-02-05T22:13:00.000-08:00

"Yet, O thou beautiful rose! Queen rose so fair and sweet. What were lover or crown to thee, without the clay at thy feet?" ~ Julia C R Dorr

I just love the word "clay" in this quote~

Visit the lovely shops at Make Mine Pink and see what Pink Friday is all about~

Shopping with a twist~

Winter Whites For Pink Friday

2009-01-29T23:06:00.000-08:00

Winter Whites

I love winter~ long January days where the snow stretches until it blends with the low white clouds. No definition of distance, just shadows to foretell what is to come. Winter is clean, cold and refreshing. Snowy whites and creamy ivory swirl together creating a sense of calm. The air is still. The whole world seems at peace. As nature rests under a blanket of snow, time is spent in thought. There are books to be read, journals to be written, rooms to refresh, plans to be made for the garden. But nothing needs to move to fast. We have time. Winter is here and we can take things slow, time to relax and get lost in dream world of all white.

2009-01-23T00:26:00.001-08:00

Angel Heart Designs is excited to be part of PINK FRIDAY events at Make Mine Pink! This year promises to be full of fun and exciting PINK Friday themes for your shopping pleasure. Won't you join us each Friday as Make Mine Pink presents "Shopping with a Twist?"This Friday, January 23,the theme is "Romantic Roses" My Ceramic Roses include my Drawer pulls, Rose Clocks, Buttons and more.

Love to go Royal..

2009-01-18T22:31:00.000-08:00

For my Monday show and tell, I'm adding more glam, more bling, who doesn't like sparkle.

A clock that's ROYAL... would fit into any decor and I just love this look. What do you do to add a little sparkle to your day, to feel special, to feel like a queen? I'm having a contest. A Valentines present we all deserve. Share what do you do to add sparkle or glam to your day, to feel better, and you'll be entered in my contest to win...it's a secret?

How Sweet it is!

2009-01-04T23:04:00.000-08:00

A new year, new ideas, fresh like the fallen snow~ My show and tell this week is about my most recent trip to LA.. then driving back home to this..SNOW!!!!! even one of my goats, seen in picture wonder why I left sunny Los Angeles, but you gotta do, what you gotta do, and my home is in the Northwest...yadda yadda, anyway, I did have a nice time, one of the highlights was meeting Debra of Lilli's Blue http://www.lillibluescloset.blogspot.com/. She was my Secret Sister for this winter. She invited me to her lovely cottage right in the heart of Beverly Hills where I was staying with friends. We drank tea and ate cookies, and talked about everything fun, in our businesses, we shared new ideas for the new year, I wished I could have stayed longer~her place was magical, peaceful, and very comfortable...Visit her blog for some lovely reading..

I had to show this too...it's so cute..as I was having lunch at my favorite little cafe Clementine's just across from Century City, I was telling some friends I missed my "pink" world and couldn't wait to return home to create more pink art!!! Well...I looked up and saw this Restaurant
"Pink Taco" and just about flipped!! My PINK angels were around..my trip inspired me so upon my return I came home and started making Pink cupcake clocks...How sweet it is~~~

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

2008-12-24T16:06:00.000-08:00

Wishing everyone.....

Shopping made easy and fun!

2008-12-04T23:34:00.000-08:00

All the fun shops online and all I link with...have fun, check everyone out, I'm sure you'll find some great finds..I have

I've made my pot of tea and sitting back just to shop...Have fun this holiday

We're having a SALE~

2008-11-28T01:17:00.001-08:00

Pink Christmas BirdhouseTree

~Visit my website for sale items and free gifts with purchase~

~Wishing everyone a happy and safe Holiday season~

Holiday Shopping made easy and fun!

Let's celebrate her Birthday~

2008-11-02T00:17:00.001-07:00

Joy at http://www.cupidscharm.blogspot.com is hosting a Marie Antoinette Soiree celebrating the Queen of Frances birthday. She was know as the queen of excess and one of the most popular Queens that has ever reigned. I chose to celebrate her birthday with some crown designs with ceramics......Make sure to click onto the link for Cupids Charm and see all of the others celebrating Marie Antoinette. There will be people from all over the world participating and I cant wait to see how everyone else is celebrating. Enjoy!!!

The Marie Antoinette Award!

2008-11-01T23:59:00.000-07:00

Thank you Janet...of Janet's Creative Pillows...for this award..A very talented artisan, she was.

Angel Birkinstocks

2008-09-08T00:46:00.000-07:00

These have a funny story..I went to my one of my favorite shoe stores years ago, a fancy schmancy one... and said I want a pair of shoes SO comfy to teach in, so unusual, and if they are related to "Angels" in any way I will flip and do a dance..I need them as a business expense and told him my business name, I'll pay ANY price for comfort...LOL! Oh! my was I in trouble..he brought this box out that said "Think Peace"..and Italian writing...when it's not in English you're in trouble..I flipped when I saw them, tried them on..and that was it..they even have red sculpted hearts on the bottom... I floated across the room!

They are the most expensive shoes I have ever bought, but when I wear them...I can't help but smile..

I wear these sometimes when I teach my ceramic classes, or just when I want to be silly and walk 2 inches above ground! I've had them forever, but they got lost in my closet, I swear those angels play tricks on us..recently I mentioned them and thought I would share...my dear friend even had a purse made and hand painted to match the shoes..I use it for some fun things other than a purse...it's too cute to get messed up~Got any unusual cute shoes to share? LOL

Find me at Lollishops

2008-09-07T13:46:00.001-07:00

View my page on LolliShops Guild

Time To Relax~

2008-09-04T23:04:00.000-07:00

I am joining Make Mine Pink for an all new PINK Friday@MMP shopping experience! It's your exclusive invitation to shopping with a twist. Each week, the Boutiques at MMP will feature a well coordinated shopping experience with a theme - an all new approach to Internet shopping. As the stress of the day fades away, we head to our bed and baths. We find sanctuaries of peace. Soul soothing delights for the bath and calming romantic colors for the bedroom. Time to renew our souls and refresh our minds. Sweet peace at last.

Monday Show and Tell at Make Mine Pink

2008-09-01T00:55:00.001-07:00

This week I'd like to feature the beautiful silicone dipped bulbs I use in my cupcake nights from Roxie of http://jorabeels.com/.

Her lighting is precious, and so pretty, and it's such a lovely ambiance to any setting. If you haven't already please visit her site~

COOKING CLASSES

2008-08-29T23:56:00.000-07:00

For all you FOOD LOVERS..that have been asking me about COOKING CLASSES with Rrrrobert....my Hubby the French Chef....

Yes! Robert is again teaching at L'Auberge Edge of Seattle Inn and Cooking in Woodinville September 13th, 2008

Seating is limited..so make your reservations now!

What a fun experience check out the recent article in the Seattle Times

Edge of Seattle Cooking Announces
Culinary Getaways Article in the Seattle Times

What's cooking close to home? Culinary getaways.
Some bed-and-breakfasts around Washington state offer cooking classes along with a cozy getaway.Article written by Jackie Smith, Pictures By Ross Mantle of the Seattle Times(reprinted article and pictures)

Chef Robert Houot speaks with cooking-class student George Annillo of Seattle while they work with others to prepare a meal during a "French Regional Cuisine From Alsace" cooking class at L'Auberge Edge of Seattle bed-and-breakfast in Woodinville.(425) 844-4102

Experience the French Joie de Vivre!
L'Auberge Edge of Seattle bed-and-breakfast owner Nancy Gates Douglas laughs with cooking-class students.

L'Auberge Edge of Seattle Cooking Website

Fall Culinary & Wine Tour to the Loire Valley

Modeled after a French Country Inn

Relax In Luxury...and expect to be pampered.
As in the quiet secluded private auberge's of Europe, we are hidden away in the forest of evergreen. Our Inn is especially enticing for lovers of all ages who seek a romantic setting away from it all for the day, week or longer. We are well off the beaten path covering five acres inbetween Redmond and Woodinville on the edge of Seattle. To make a reservation for one of our four units call (425) 844-4102.
Check out our B&B Inn

In addition to hands-on Cooking Classes we also offer Corporate Team Building events as well as Wedding Receptions, Wedding Rehearsal Dinners, Wine Threshold Seminars, and a Tea Service every Thursday afternoon.
$35.00 per person. (minimum of four)
Check out our Tea Service
A Bientot!

Nancy Gates-Douglas;
Proprietress

L'Auberge Edge of Seattle Inn and Cooking.
Call to make reservation (425) 844-4102, or (425) 260-6213 cell
ask for Nancy Gates-Douglas

Fairy Tale Buttons on Pin Wheel Tags

2008-08-25T00:46:00.000-07:00

Aren't these adorable I must say! I made these buttons....for Terri of Cottage Violets http://www.cottageviolets.com/ it was all her idea to make buttons for her delicious little works of art, I really had fun, it was like creating pastel candy~I really enjoy customs orders, and I hope you take time to visit her site and see the fun things she creates~

2008-08-21T21:52:00.000-07:00

I am joining Make Mine Pink for an all new PINK Friday@MMP shopping experience! It's your exclusive invitation to shopping with a twist. Each week, the Boutiques at MMP will feature a well coordinated shopping experience with a theme - an all new approach to Internet shopping. Join us for The boutiques at Make Mine Pink Present "Gotta Have Bling" This PINK FRIDAY! Won't you join us?

Monday Show and Tell..A "Friends" creation

2008-08-10T21:39:00.001-07:00

Gail Friend makes beautiful unique jewelry, using original components, not just by me, but from many sources..here she used my hand built rose in her very pretty necklace..I bought one and wear it all the time and just love it .....visit her website..to see more pretties..Fairy Garden Necklace By Gail @ http://www.gailfrienddesigns.com/ This necklace has a hand made ceramic pink rose with glass green leaves. It is strung with small pale pink teardrop beads. The toggle is a pretty silver leaf. The length is 18". I bought one and wear it often..I just love it..thank you Gail...

MMP Retreat!

2008-08-05T00:09:00.000-07:00

Make Mine Pink presents Make Mine Pink's “Getting Down to Business” Retreat in historic Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia on September 19-20, 2008. Join the Women of MMP, who are always willing to welcome, mentor and help build a circle of friendship. This is an energized opportunity to network, and gain or enhance business knowledge in a fun and inspiring way~ plus we will have lots of fun, great food, great friends, great information! Casual dress required… stuffiness and worries must be left at home! Are you ready to make an investment in your business We are!

Pink Friday Nifty Nurseries

2008-08-01T00:53:00.000-07:00

I just love babies! They are so beautiful. When my three son's were young...those were the sweetest moments of my life. So this weeks Pink Friday Theme Event is one I am looking forward to. Please join us as we celebrate the little ones.

Join us for PINK Fridays @ Make Mine Pink, your exclusive invitation to “Shopping with a Twist," a one stop shopping for a fabulous look, on Friday, August 1, as we present "Nifty Nurseries"

Please take a few minutes to visit the Make Mine Pink Boutiques and see what pretty things they have to offer. I will have a few newer baby items new little cupcake nightlights..clocks, and piggy banks, I hope you enjoy them.
Thanks for taking the time to read this and hope you enjoy shopping!