Showing posts with label Flower Power. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Flower Power. Show all posts

Monday, March 28, 2011

A Still Life


This painting hung over my Aunt Sylvia's bed for as long as I can remember. It's now one of my favorite memories of her and I proudly display it above my own bed.  I love the bright colors and ornate frame. 

It wasn't painted by a well known artist and it certainly isn't worth much, but I love how it lights up the whole room, and it is as special to me now as it once was to her. 

You can find similar paintings and frames inexpensively at local starving artist sales and I can't resist sorting through stacks at Good Will.





What's the story behind your favorite piece of art?


Oversized

Sunday, November 21, 2010

A Bit of Whimsy?



Why relegate "flower power" to Halloween-only?  If your mom embraced the 60's like mine did, she may have some groovy pieces just waiting for a reason to be worn.

These pieces really speak for themselves so make them the focus and accessorize around them. A simple shift, turtleneck or high-neck dress or shirt in a neutral color is the perfect backdrop, and will prevent you from looking like you're headed to a costume party.

Dig?