A Bit East-coast

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A new page! Jenni has some cool new stuff-LOVE the TAGS & ledger paper. 

products: bank statement pp, stamp diecut, dotted pp, vintage tags

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Regina said:

Love, love, love your scarf. Can you share the instructions?

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Regina, I am a girl with no direction! I can tell you that I used two stitches that I learned from New Stitched A Day videos-the Drop stitch and the Veil stitch. I started with a caston of 63...then 14 rows of the Veil stitch and added in some Drop stitches with more Veil stitches mixed in, lol. And I am going to end it with 14 more rows of the Veil stitch. Forgive my chaos-this is my first time knitting in [15] years. I just find videos of stitches I like-to teach me quickly!!!

brianne sheppard said:

HI Keisha :) Love everything you do on here.. your photos are gorgeous :) I just have a quick question about the paint in your crafting space, Martha Stewart Metallic gold, I'm planning on doing my Linen closets in it, but Its not available in Canada yet... (sigh) How did you think it went on? Does it come in standard gallon and quart and is it around the same price as her other paints? I also heard shes ending her paint line, and transferring her colors into CIL.

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Hey Brianne, Thanks! The sad thing is the paint only comes in 10 oz jars-we used 4 jars(about $5 each). It does take at least 2 coats-we used a roller. You can see some strokes-not a lot. I figured you would have that with metallic paint. This paint is better for smaller projects. I think closet are perfect for metallic paints---especially-if you're more of a perfectionist, lol!!!  I didn't hear that the line was ending-I do love it.

Kim said:

Such an awesome space! Where did you find the curtains??

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Kim, JoAnn's! The outdoor fabric section!! I don't know the fabric maker, sorry.

Beatriz Jennings said:

love that blouse Keisha!!! If I can ask where you got it? thanks! Love your new studio photos :)

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Thanks, Beatriz & ladies...I am a bargain shopper-love a good sale. That top is from the Off Saks outlet store-last summer(40% off day)!

 

f u l l O F l o v e

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Ok, so today I pulled out a few more hearts! I decorated them with touches of gold & silver. These are a mixture of Making Memories chipboards & Jenni Bowlin hearts.

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Char said:

Cute hearts!! I was wondering where you got the number stamp shown in your XOXO lO? It's so so cute!

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Hi Char, that's an old Studio Calico stamp that came in a kit. I don't think they sell it any longer. For a while-I forgot I had it!

pamela said:

Yay, I 've been holding on to mine too. I love the simplicity. How did you cut the letters out though? Adorable!

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Pamela, I did the 'always' word with my Slice! I hope that you are using yours now!

cathy said:

Hi K! I actually just pinned some of your OLD hearts the other day. I bought some super cheap and was looking thru your old posts for some inspiration. I have a few more to do, just wanted to say thanks!

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Hey Cathy, I did see that, THANKS!!! I hope to see what you come up with, don't be afraid to share!!!

first Christmas project...

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gar·land

 [gahr-luhnd] noun

1.a wreath or festoon of flowers, leaves, or other material,worn for ornament or as an honor or hung on something asa decoration: A garland of laurel was placed on the winner's head.

2.a representation of such a wreath or festoon.

3.a collection of short literary pieces, as poems and ballads;literary miscellany.

4.Nautical . a band, collar, or grommet, as of rope.

verb (used with object)

5.to crown with a garland; deck with garlands.

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My addition to the JBS DT garland project! Each DT member is making an item to add to the garland and you can see the project on the inspiration blog. I used Jenni's new Christmas line papers & brad...and some mini tree decorations from Michael's(Santa, snowman, tree pick).

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*Q and A* 

 _{adjective [before noun]}

 Definition mainly US abbreviation for question and answer

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Claudia Black said:

Keisha, these photos (as usual) are absolutely stunning. To which extend are they a product of your camera and talent and actions/ photoshop? I've come across Totally Rad and I'm addicted to it but wondering if I still need a new camera. My interior shots never come out nearly as great as yours. On another note; your girls' hair always look so beautiful. Is their hair natural like that, relaxed or do you just have the perfect product? My girls are bi-racial and while my little one has my caucasian hair, my older one has my husbands hair. She's 9 and likes her hair straight. I don't believe in relaxing but any moisture in the air and it curls right back ... I've gone thru tons of products, both drugstore and expansive ones. Would love to hear your thoughts! Thanks!!!

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 Hi Claudia...My photos have a lot of magic added to them to make them look as if I know what I am doing! Speedlite & photo actions are always involved at some point. I LOVE Totally Rad-I use their free set-Happy Happy is a nice was to soften some of my photos. Most of my photos have 4Hens actions added to them.

My girls hair is chemically relaxed, I would like to get away from doing that someday. I relax Kiela's with Just for Me once a month. Amira & I get our hair done at an salon once a month. For your girls-I would not relax. I am no expert...I do love Mizani products to maintain & moisturize. And Carol's Daughter is great-everything smells good too!! I love this Tui spay mist-moist & shine, smells really good. My friend gave me some Argan oil-it's like magic...makes Kiela's hair super soft & easy to comb through. To help straighten & smooth Kiela's hair I use a round vented brush after washing when I blow dry her hair(with a heat protection). And then she usually gets it flat iron-this is our routine every Sunday. I don't do any heat the rest of the week.

There is also a line called Mixed Chicks-I want to try these. I hope this helps you & let me know if you try something!!

PS-I found a lot of good youtube videos with girls giving some good tips for black hair care here & here

Briana Johnson said:

Keisha, I'm having the most difficult time trying to post here lately - on my end I'm sure. Anyway, I just wanted to say these girls are stunning, beautiful and I love how they look so serene and happy in there. Amazing costumes, love the pumpkin patch - lots of creative shots there.

Reply | Edit | View | Nov 2, 2011 on trick or treat time…

Briana...I am not sure why you & others are having a hard time leaving comments, argh! Thanks for putting up with the inconvenience. I got rid of some stuff hoping that it would help.

Amy Vogt said:

Eliza, I LOVE your new chairs! They are perfect in every way. What color upholstery is it? Restoration Hardware has so many beautiful neutral colors.

Reply | Edit | View | Nov 1, 2011 on something new...

Amy, it's the sand Belgian linen...I really wanted white linen!!!

 

something new...

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new   n(y)o͞o/ [noo, nyoo] adjective, -er, -est, adverb,noun

 adjective

1. of recent origin, production, purchase, etc.; having butlately come or been brought into being: a new book.

2. of a kind now existing or appearing for the first time; novel:a new concept of the universe.

3. having but lately or but now come into knowledge: a newchemical element.

4. unfamiliar or strange (often followed by to): ideas new tous; to visit new lands.

5. having but lately come to a place, position, status, etc.: areception for our new minister.

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We are well overdo for some updated furniture in our living room-it's been 14yrs. I was pregnant with Amira when we bought our current furniture, and it is still in near perfect condition. It's just a bit dated! It will work much better in the basement, which desperately needs furniture. Last week we bought these two Lyon chairs from Restoration Hardware, they came Monday. I just love them! Now I am having trouble picking a sofa-for months I thought that the Azure sofa from Crate & Barrel was going to be the one. I really love it, I just don't think that it will work with the chairs. I am now on a sofa hunt, sigh...

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:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::This month the JBS dt is lifting Jenni -this is my take on her page that is posted below...

back to school...

------------------------------------------***Back to School Week on the Jenni Bowlin dt blog

 

 

-------------------------------------------------------****Back to school style.......

Amira will be starting high school this year, OMG! So we have been telling her that she needs to jazz up her style. She shocked me with her shoe choice-they are so funky & cool. We were in Anthropologie in Georgetown when I saw this cute green blazer. I really didn't think she would like Anthropologie, but she did. She loved the little blazer and this cute ruched tee to go with it. Her backpack was something she received last Christmas and still loves it....

 

 

------------------------------------------------****Kiela is truly into her look. She loves to pick out her outfit for the day, complete with jewelry.

 

 

jbs june 2011 project kit...

jbs Mercantil June 2011 Project kit...I added some extras from my stash!

 

 

jbs mercantile June 2011 updates...

This page has Jenni's new line Haven...I also used her new ruler border stamp on the side of the first layout.

I love the banner stamp and I have been into collecting vintage glass buttons...

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now I am off to enjoy the weekend and be sure to check this card class out...

 

A fun summer card class!!

jbs mercantile June 2011...

JBS Mercantile June 2011

using Jenni's new line Haven & new stamps on my tags.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Elsa Marie Base said:

Keish, I've just stumbled upon your blog and I'm so happy that I did. It's full of beautiful things. I especially love the look of layered kraft cardstock punched paper over kraft. Gorgeous! I also loved the pictures of your daughter's closet and bedroom. I'll be redoing my girls' room soon so I feel inspired by you. I'm curious about the photoshop actions you used on those pictures. I'd purchase them in a heartbeat. Thanks!

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scrap.fashion.makeup.hair said:

Keisha, how do you make your photos so "dreamy" and pretty? Is that an action?

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Hi ladies, Lately I have been using actions from My Four Hens-but I am not sure if she is still selling the actions that I have. I LOVE her Curly Joe action most of all!!!

Judith Norman said:

That is a beautiful kitchen. Where did you get the light fixtures?

Reply | Edit | View | May 12, 2011 on the kitchen's {slow…

Hi Judith....we bought them from Over Stock!

Heaven said:

The house looks AWESOME!! You've done a great job decorating.. I love the vases on your island, are they IKEA? :)

Reply | Edit | View | May 11, 2011 on the kitchen's {slow…

No, Heaven!!! Target last year...I stalked them until they went on clearance!

 

the kitchen's {slow} progress

 

I snapped a few photos of the kitchen Friday since the sunlight was spilling in! We still have a bit to do-like getting glass for the two cabinets over the stove. Add molding & medallions...some other odd ends. I do love it a lot more now.

JBS Mercantile June 2011...

i guess i needed a (spring)break...

Spring makes me want to play with the flowers. Sit on the porch. Drink something refreshing. Take some pretty pictures. Buy some school photos, argh. Make some fresh lemonade. Drive a new car. Scrap a little, maybe.

 

JBS Mercantile June kit.

 

 

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scrap.fashion.makeup.hair said:

I know I have a million questions but on the Jan lo, do you know the name of the martha punch you used, specificially the one on the bottom in white? It looks like a ribbon lace type of punch?

Reply | Edit | View | Apr 14, 2011 on a mini...

Ask away!! But I am not sure what lo-can you tell me the date I posted it in Jan??

Cloudscolorgarden.blogspot.com said:

wowza, i can finally comment on yer blog again! what wonderful projects!!! luv luv them all, especially the cards :) sooo, plse tell me what the gold paper is? and where i can find it :) I have the Paper Reverie card (thanx to you) and would luv the make the gold butterflies!!! Hugs, C :)

Reply | Edit | View | Apr 16, 2011 on new jbs updates...

Cloud, I wish I know the name of that paper or who makes it. I grabbed it at my lss. I need to buy some more and then I will look to see who makes it, sorry!