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Sunday, October 23, 2011

white chenille punkins...

this weekend at the nashville flea market, i was absotootly tickled, to find these white chenille punkins!!

i love old chenille blankets and have been collecting them for years, especially the white ones....there is just something about the nostalgic look of these blankets that has spoken to me for a very long time.....they conjur up feelings of sweet grandmotherly hugs.
you may remember these orange chenille punkins that i shared last year....the same sweet unassuming lady at the flea made these too.

i bought them from her six years ago...the very first year she started selling them....i still love them and have them displayed in my kitchen......

but these white ones are my new faves!!









cute!!

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i have been painting away in my studio and i am just thrilled and also relieved....... my long time bestie girlfriend, ANNA (i have known her for 30 years), is coming down from chicago to help me with my art show!!! she is an artist AND knows the art biz AND has been a producer on several independant films AND is one of the smartest and prettiest lady i know.....i feel like a weight has been lifted as she will take care of things like no other...... having her support and love and guiding hand means the world to me.....not to mention how much fun and tinkly giggles we will have together.


with the loving support of my family, my friends and my god, all of the pieces are fitting together.

this is my time.

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33 comments:

  1. Glenda/MidSouthOctober 23, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Great that your friend will be there for you and to help. I wish you much success.
    I had intentions of going to the flea market here this month, but let it slip by.

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  2. UnknownOctober 23, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Your art show will be fabulous ! And with a good friend in the know to help, Wonderful ! All the best !

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  3. KarenBOctober 23, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    I'm so excited for you!!!

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  4. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresOctober 23, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Both sets of pumpkins are beautiful. Those white ones look really great in your living room. Glad to hear you are feeling confident about your art show and that you have a good friend to guide you along. Wishing you much success, Tammy

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  5. Vickie @ Ranger 911October 23, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Best of luck on your art show! How nice to have a friend in-the-know to help you out. And I LOVE those white pumpkins! So sweet.

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  6. Betty SneeringerOctober 23, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    I really love the white ones! My family of old, an aunt and cousin used to make the chenile bedspreads. I could too if I found the correct thread. It is the same as candlewicking thread. Anyone know where it is available? Good luck with your art show!!! And, enjoy it.

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  7. UnknownOctober 23, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    how exciting...Your OWN art show. I think it's great how you claim "your time" the pumpkins are adorable and your excitement exudes right off the screen!!! good luck with your show.

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  8. kayce hughesOctober 23, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Love the white pumpkins!

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  9. Angelsdoor * PennyOctober 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Happy Sunday Erin!
    I just LOVE the white pumpkins!
    How wonderful to have your dear friend and artist by your side at the art show.. Yes, this is your time to shine..
    Wishing you the best success
    Blessings,
    Penny

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  10. anna MarieOctober 23, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    oooooo, no pressure here :) can't wait to see you! tinkly giggles? love you!

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  11. KathyOctober 23, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    I think I am in love, those pumpkins are wonderful. I love each one more than the last. That is always wonderful when you have fond memories of buying your treasures. Kathy

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  12. Custom ComfortsOctober 23, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Love your pumpkins!!! They are just beautiful, perfect and sweet. What a wonderful find they are and addition to your lovely home.
    Cindy

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  13. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutOctober 23, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Ahhh! Things always come together when they are supposed too! You will have a fab show!

    Those chenille little orbs are adorable!!

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  14. oldgreymareOctober 23, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Love you dear heart!

    Knock their socks off!!!!!!
    xx
    z

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  15. TriciaOctober 23, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Oh my goodness, those pumpkins are just about the cutest things. I wish I had some, I'd put them on my daughter's bed. That's great news about your art show helper. Best wishes for a wonderful show!

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  16. pve designOctober 24, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    I love how something dear can conjure up memories of hugs. My Grandma had the same bedspreads!
    pve

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  17. ~*~ saskia ~*~October 24, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    Your white pumpkins are BEAUTIFUL, Erin.
    Happy Monday! xx

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  18. koraleeOctober 24, 2011 at 6:15 AM

    What a dear friend your Anna is! Your show will be amazing. Now those pumpkins really do make my heart sing this Monday morning. I love your vintage chair as well...I have one in red..all rusted and chipped and have it on my front porch..maybe it needs a white face lift! hmmmmmmm! Thanks for all the inspiration I find here. HUGS xoxoxo

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  19. AnonymousOctober 24, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    These are so cute, Erin! I just pinned your white chenille 'punkins' over at Pinterest! :)
    Have a great week!
    ~ Zuzu

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  20. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageOctober 24, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I hope you have great success with your show! The chenille pumpkins are fabulous! I love how they look in your room.

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  21. Castles Crowns and CottagesOctober 24, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    OOOOOOO! And I just found some TURQUOISE VELVET ONES last week!!!

    SO FUN...Anita

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  22. Passionate for WhiteOctober 25, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    They're gorgeous! On another note....seeing your white metal garden chair has inspired me to paint my ugly green one white! Thanks for giving me something to do this weekend :)

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  23. ArabellaOctober 25, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Happy to hear your friend is coming to visit - that's awesome! I looooove your white punkins...so adorable. Lucky you!

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  24. My Grama's SoulOctober 25, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Your blog is so lovely.....glad I found you...I'm always so intrigued by the soft...and ethereal white blogs out here...I don't know why I always must be surrounded by color....because I do so love the calm feeling.

    xo

    Jo

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  25. Heaven's WalkOctober 25, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Darling darling little punkins, Erin! My grandmother had chenille bedspreads, too. Sweet memories for sure. :) Your show is going to be so darned successful, that you're going to be over the moon happy - I just know it! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  26. CindyNovember 2, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Those have to be the cutest pumpkins ever born. Omg...
    And you're having an art show??? I would love to know all about it? Where? how many paintings will you have ready? Everything, tell me! Your artwork is breathtaking and such an inspiration to me. I can't tell you how much. It's wonderful that you have support and helpers too!

    Cindy

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  27. LolaSeptember 22, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    I absolutely love the pumpkins. It's a shame she doesn't mail. God Bless you & I hope you have much success with your art show.

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  28. Vintage Street DesignsSeptember 29, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    Stunning white chenille pumpkins...LOVE them. Hopped over from Pinterest and I'm happy to be your newest follower. Would love to have you stop by for a visit! Blessings ~ Judy

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  29. Vintage Street DesignsSeptember 29, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    Oh...I shared these pumpkins on my blog with a link back to you! :)

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  30. Aimee @ SmallAnchors.comOctober 1, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    these pumpkins are so so so darling!! i wish we had a sweet little market nearby offering them!! i added them to my top 10 pumpkin list today: http://www.fancylittlethings.com/2012/10/10-fall-pumpkins-10-ways/

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  31. Marti @ SewLicious Home DecorSeptember 12, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    They are adorable!! I'd love for you to link up at my craft party, it starts Saturdays and runs all week!

    http://sewlicioushomedecor.com/saturday-show-licious-craft-showcase-49-linkup-party/

    Marti

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  32. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    I love these white chenille pumpkins so much! They are adorable, I would love to find some!

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  33. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    I love these white chenille pumpkins so much! They are adorable, I would love to find some!

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