LIFE IS NOT MEASURED BY THE NUMBER OF BREATHS WE TAKE, BUT BY THE MOMENTS THAT TAKE OUR BREATH AWAY.

Friday, January 29, 2010

Pink Saturday

I have random Pinks to share this week for Pink Saturday, Hosted by Miss Beverly of How Sweet the Sound.

I was ill all week, then felt better today so I went to my Mom's house as she is teaching me to oil paint ! Yippee !!! Today I just got a feel for the paint, next time I will try and concentrate on her instructions and not rush through to finish :) I am used to instant gratification with acrylics, so waiting WEEKS between layers is going to help me work on the Patience thing The Lord has been TRYING to teach me :) Hee hee !!

So, Ta Da !! Here is my first oil painting !! :)
I may go back and tweek it later, as now that the Turpentine High has worn off, I am thinking it is a bit simple and looks like it needs something.


Ok, on to the Pinkage. Pink vintage dolls that have been restored. The first is a 1950's 8" Pam Walker doll. These are more collectible if they are Ginny's or Muffy's, but Miss Pam is a sweetie pie too, Pedigree NOT needed in this household. :) I have about fifteen in different stages of restoration. To learn more about these dolls and other Hard Plastic Vintage dolls, this is a great link HERE.
Sweet Bridesmaid doll in Pink :)

Antique Pink mercury glass garland for my tree. I need to restring and mix these two strands together :)A few Pink Faux Cookie tags. I am always making odds and ends and including them in my packages when people buy things. These I made up for Valentine Sales :) ( Pardon the light, I took these at night, nothing beats daylight for pictures ! )


And lastly, look what came in the mail today ??? A Gift from a SWEET Girl in Idaho who KNOWS I positively DROOL over ANYthing that is painted by Sonie Ames !! Cant WAIT to frame these !!! Thank you sweet Chick !!!! :) :) :)
I need to take one of THESE to my Mom's house for Oil Paint class inspiration :)

Anyhoo. That is my pink this week. I have been SO busy in-between NAPS :) finishing up my giveaway box and two swaps I joined. Cant wait to show you :)

My Pink Saturday Special Blogger is Lorena , please go say Hi !! :)

Please link back to Miss Beverly and all of the other pink Posters !! :) Happy Saturday !!

Hugs,

Rhea

34 comments:

Patricia said...

Such lovely, beautiful Pinks !!! The oil painting is stunning - I like the softness of it. The dolls are oh so sweet. What a wonderful post. I hope you have a great weekend.

Cora said...

Beautiful job on your oil painting...especially for your first! Love the tags, and dolls.
Love pink!

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Hi Rhea! Oh what a beautimous oil painting you have created ~ and how very special that your sweet mother is the one teaching you! Cherish all of your times together, as I know you do!

Love those sweet pink dollies and those little heart cookie/tags are just precious!!

Happy PS!

Big TX Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Tara said...

What a beautiful painting! Your Mom must be extremely talented if she taught you to do that! The dolls are very sweet too! Happy Pink and I hope you feel better soon!

Treasia Stepp said...

Such beautiful pinks! I adore your oil painting. The colors are perfect.

Pink Roses and Teacups said...

Hello Rhea,

What a gorgeous painting! I wish I could learn that. The dolls are so sweet. Have a great weekend!

Debbie

vanilla143 said...

You have talent! WOW first time you have painted... what a sweet gift!

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

Hi Rhea.. as always.. you always have pretty pinkies.. and you are so creative! how I wish I can paint & draw like you!.. thanks for sharing.. happy PS! and wishing you a great weekend too!

Gabriela said...

Happy Pink Saturday!


Lovely pinks!


~ Gabriela ~

Connie said...

You're welcome, sugar. The minute I saw those I knew that had to go to you. BTW, squeeeeeeeeeeeeal....I LOOOOOVE the book you sent me yesterday. You remember my love for Susan Rios!
xoxo,
Connie

Lib said...

Love your Sweet PinkTreasures!
You did a Beautiful job on your oil painting.
My Bro. is an artist he does water colors.
Stay well !Have a great wk.end!
Blessins',Lib

Sandy said...

Rhea,

I love your first oil painting! I don't think it needs a thing, I love just as it is. I am sorry to hear that you had a bad week. Feel better and have a great weekend!

said...

I think you and paintbrushes were meant to be.

Wolfe's den said...

Very beautiful oil painting Rhea!!!
Happy Pink Saturday!!
Jenn~

Self Sagacity said...

Very lovely dolls and pinks, they are all very soft looking. HPS!

Linda @ A La Carte said...

The painting is so pretty. I love the tags and your collection of dolls is very sweet. Happy Pink Sat

Suzie Button said...

How wonderful that you're able to have your mother teach you to oil paint! That's as special as the lovely results of your effort! Happy PS! Suzie

Marie De Marco said...

your oil painting is great. i hope you do more, thanks for sharing your talent.
blsessings
marie

Char said...

Hello sweet Rhea, I think you first attempt at the oils is beautiful. I love the colors, so soft and calming. Your tags are just precious and what lovely gifts you have been blessed with. I have not had a chance to wish you a Happy New Year and it's already Feb next week. I hope this year is a good one for you, may be be blessed with good health and all the love the world can give. Happy Pink Saturday, Char

GARAGE SALE GAL said...

WOW...your oil painting is very lovely and I can see your "inital" in the center..???
Love your tags and little Valentine pillows.
Sorry to hear that you still don't feel the best...
Always enjoy seeing your pretties!
Warmly,
Deb :)

Sonia said...

All your pinks are gorgeous...I adore those gift tags! Love to receive a package with that decorting it! Just beautiful!

Miss Bloomers

Cottage Rose said...

Hello Rhea; Your Oil Painting is just beautiful, you did a great job... love all your gorgeous Pink Valentines pretties.... the tags are so sweet.... Happy Pink Saturday
Hugs;
Alaura

Kathy said...

Oh, my. This is just beautiful for your first try at oil painting. I can't wait to see what else you and your mom paint up! - Kathy

♥Mimi♥ said...

I ♥ to come here on Pink Saturday. Your blog is always so sweet and comforting. Cold and gloomy winter up here this year so Pink Saturday is one day I can always count on for a little pink ray of sunshine.

Oh, my, today your blog was literally littered with such darling pinks! I wish someone would teach me how to paint...sigh.

Thanks for being my pink sunshine today☺

Wishing you the comfort and warmth of those you love this weekend.

Antique Rose Designs said...

Love all things pink. Your painting looks great for a first timer. Looking forward to seeing more of your creations. Take care Carol

Light and Voices said...

It is so wonderful that you and your mom are such friends that she is even teaching you how to oil paint.
Joyce M

pinkkandy said...

I love the tags....the are so pretty
God Bless
Kandy

Annette said...

LOVE your painting Rhea, you did an awesome job! Two of my favorite colors, it matches my new craft room! Love all your pink goodies as usual and your tags are gorgeous, love them! Hope this week is better and you get well soon.

Elyse said...

hi rhea,

what a beautiful post from start to finish. your painting is lovely and so are the hearts and the dolls ... everything!

i hope you have received your package from me by now & hope you like the treats inside.

xo
elyse

Reflections from the Stone Nest said...

Beautiful, Rhea. Just beautiful. I LOVE oil paintings, and yours is TDF! Love it! Can't wait to see what you do with the painting next! Love your heart cookie tags. So so cute.

Glad you are busy as a bee. You are right about the winter vs. the sun in the West. I just keep reminding myself that all the green is ahead of me! :)

Blessings,
Kitty

Lu Lu's Fluffy Ruffles said...

Oh I love the oil painting!!
I love the flowers and swags!
I hope you sell them ill be your first customer!
smiles,
Sandy

Anonymous said...

LOVE YOUR FIRST OIL PAINTING AHHHH SOOOO SWEET AND ROMANTIC....JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!! WHAT A GREAT POST :p

Vicki said...

Hi, Rhea,
Your painting is so beautiful!! Great job! I always enjoy seeing your pretty things. The cookie tags are wonderful. I always love everything you make!! Have a lovely rest of the week! Vicki

Jennifer said...

Perrrfect pinks! Come visit me sometime! Jennifer