Thursday, May 20, 2010

LOVIN' MY NEW LOOK

So what do you think? I am madly in love with the new look of my blog. It is very "me". I've been working with the uber talented Karen Valentine of VALENTINE DESIGN to re~vamp the whole design.

Do you see what she used for my sidebar buttons? My fabulous French chair that I kept from Marburger! Is she a genius or what? She completely blew me away with that one.

And the chippy shabby frame around my header couldn't be more perfect! The pic inside is of my favorite antique dress form inside my garden cottage (a future post). I have been wanting a unique look for awhile now and I think she gave me just that.

If you are looking to freshen up your blog, I highly recommend that you contact her and get going. You won't be disappointed...

And now that that's accomplished, it's on to getting my Etsy shop going. I'll let you know right away when the shopping can commence.

Until next time...
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33 comments:

  1. thesimpledazeMay 20, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    Shelley,I love your new look the frame the dress is to die for.Great job!!!

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  2. AnonymousMay 20, 2010 at 1:16 PM

    I absolutely love your new blog look, it is so fabulous!! She did an amazing job.
    I can't wait to read your future post about your cottage.
    Have a great day.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  3. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMay 20, 2010 at 1:24 PM

    Absolutely wonderful! Very you!

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  4. Susie~From My Home To YoursMay 20, 2010 at 1:24 PM

    Oh Shelley, it's perfect!

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  5. Passionate for WhiteMay 20, 2010 at 1:35 PM

    What do I think??? I think I LOVE it and I think I'm super jealous!!! :)

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  6. KClark PhotographyMay 20, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    This looks lovely-can't wait to visit your etsy shop.

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  7. Laura @ 52 FLEAMay 20, 2010 at 1:40 PM

    I do love your new look....it is fabulous and very YOU! Is she helping you with you Etsy shop too? I hope to open my own in a few months once things settle down here! Take care!

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  8. AnonymousMay 20, 2010 at 1:47 PM

    Shelley, it looks FAB!! Love the frame in your header. Great buttons, too! ~ Jo

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  9. Anne LorysMay 20, 2010 at 2:37 PM

    Girl, it looks AMAZING! And it suits you so well, too.

    Wonderful!

    XO,
    Anne

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  10. Garden Antqs VintageMay 20, 2010 at 2:46 PM

    Fabulous redo, I love it too Shell, great job! I can't wait to hear more about what you've got going. Miss you!

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  11. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMay 20, 2010 at 2:56 PM

    Your new blog look is fantastic...love the Titles...I really got to do that one of these days!

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  12. lisaroyMay 20, 2010 at 2:56 PM

    Love the new look - so pretty! : )

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  13. bethMay 20, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    It's beautiful--I'm so jealous!

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  14. Faded CharmMay 20, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    Looking good! It fits you perfewctly. I've been wanting Karen to give my blog a facelift also and need to get in gear and take the time to talk to her. You just might have inspired me.

    Take care,

    Kathleen

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  15. AnonymousMay 20, 2010 at 3:28 PM

    The new look is wonderful. Good luck with your Etsy shop.

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  16. stefanieMay 20, 2010 at 4:12 PM

    its gorgeous!!!! she always does a great job!!!

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  17. LululizMay 20, 2010 at 4:23 PM

    What a fabulous new look, I love it!

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  18. UnknownMay 20, 2010 at 6:44 PM

    I live in Texas. I was looking at your blog and saw the question about what is selling. I think you should try some french china,Haviland, limoges,etc. There are some with tiny flowers. I also think for fall you should try brown, purple and red transferware for seasonal color. You might use a white or tansferware pitcher with fall leaves to catch the eye. I have been to Round Top and to me you can never find pretty ceramic teapots. I hope this will help.

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  19. LenoreMay 20, 2010 at 6:51 PM

    Your new look is absolutely fabulous!!!!
    I've worked a bit with Karen too....isn't she the GREATEST?

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  20. Donna Reyne'May 20, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    I love your new "do"!
    It's so...you!
    I think Velentine Designs did a fabulous job.
    And...what's this about a cottage?
    I can't wait to see what you do!
    Have a wonderful weekend
    Blessings,
    Donna

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  21. Debra@CommonGroundMay 20, 2010 at 7:40 PM

    Love it!!! The charcoal gray is gorgeous and the "chairs" are perfect! A great design!
    xo,
    Debra

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  22. CindyMay 20, 2010 at 8:08 PM

    Your blog is absolutely gorgeous!!! Very unique and lovely.

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  23. trash talkMay 20, 2010 at 9:25 PM

    It is gorgeous! I really think we need to have a throw down over those chairs. What a perfect sidebar photo...it's you to the pea!
    Debbie

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  24. UnknownMay 20, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    Shelley your blog is just gorgeous. An Etsy...this is great news.
    Hugs

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  25. Six in One HandMay 20, 2010 at 10:28 PM

    Shelley,

    I love it!!!!
    What an awesome makeover...so you!!!

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  26. clustresMay 20, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    Wonderful look!

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  27. Julie@beingRUBYMay 20, 2010 at 11:02 PM

    Oh i think your new look is lovely.. and the cute little chair icons.. just right!!! Lovely Shelley!! xxx Julie

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  28. Lady PamelaMay 20, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    Beautiful blog. Karen is amazingly talented.

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  29. CEDAR JUNCTIONMay 21, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    I love your new look!!!

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  30. Lauren BMay 21, 2010 at 4:20 PM

    I LOVE THE NEW LOOK... it adds so much! I ABSOLUTELY ADORE the email me button and such, the chair is darling!

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  31. PollyMay 21, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    I love it Shelley! It really looks awesome!

    Polly

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  32. DortheMay 22, 2010 at 5:25 PM

    Hi Shelley
    Love your new dramatic look, it is fantastic, -and Karen is a great artist,-she made my look ,too.
    I simply love all she does.
    Dorthe

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  33. Zita - Mlle MagpieMay 24, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    Looks great, Shelley! Love your chair - so glad you got to incorporate her into your new look. And congrats on starting up your etsy shop!

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