Monday, 15 August 2011

natural wonders

hi beach lovers..
hope everyone had a nice weekend

a few years ago i bought this cavallini & co calendar when it was going out of date with the intention of framing the pages. you might remember this ..it's taken me a while to get around to adding more. i love these antique style sea life prints with french script, and an environmentally friendly way to have some coral in the home.  



i sanded the dark timber colour frames that i bought, painted them with quite a few coats of white paint then cut the prints to fit. 
not sure where these will hang, but for now i like them on our fireplace mantle.








cheryl
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43 comments:

  1. I've always thought of using an old calendar for frames but never got around to it. Great job with this, looks so beachY chic!

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  2. Those are fabuolous. Thanks for sharing at my newbie party. I notice when you link up, it does not take you directly to your page...check it out, perhaps you know why. I just don't want you to miss visits.

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  3. This is looking so wonderful and a perfect beach decor. Loving the finish on the frames and the white pillar candles are looking awesome... I love candles! Have a great week!~Poppy

    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

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  4. absolutely gorgeous pics and how nice of you to finally complete your project. I like how they look in those sweet frames. I will have to keep my eyes peeled if I ever see such a beautiful calendar like yours. Enjoy the week!

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  5. This is just lovely. I'm working on a gallery wall and you've given me some more ideas! Found you via Debbiedoos and have become a follower. Pop on over for a visit when you get a moment. Tootles, Kathryn
    http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com

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  6. Beautiful vignette Cheryl. Dreamy artwork.

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  7. Great idea and it looks beautiful over the fireplace.

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  8. they look great, i so love beachy things :)

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  9. What a great idea and I love that it is environmentally friendly to the coral.

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  10. Oh gosh,

    they look so great and pretty!

    They fit perfectly in there with your beach mementos.

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  11. Oh, I just love these! Great job!! So neat!
    Sherry

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  12. Gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous. I've always loved the ocean.
    So what am I doing here in the Arizona desert? Oh well, I love it here too.
    Charlotte

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  13. these are simply gorgeous!!
    love them all!!!
    Hugs!!
    Loui♥

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  14. I absolutely love these! Am completely drawn to antique vintage sea life prints. I guess they speak of the timeless sea!

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  15. i really love those prints....and the way you frames them is super creative!
    xoxo

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  16. This looks so very romantic! Very pretty indeed.

    Veronica
    www.tasselsandtwigs.blogspot.com

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  17. Wow what a neat idea! Very creative and they look fabulous! Happy Monday!
    -Marie

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  18. What a great idea! I love framing unexpected things. It looks beautiful!

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  19. love it, love it, love it. I once bought a big book of botanical prints with the same intention. I'm now wondering where that book actually is?!? happy days to you. Jane x

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  20. What a great combination. a little bit of coastal with a splash of French. Love it.

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  21. Love your vignette. So pretty. Such a great idea to frame the prints. They look amazing. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  22. Love the white frames and the mantle. gorgeous.

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  23. Beautiful prints-- great idea! Love them all.

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  24. These are stunning (both the project and your photos)! :) Deb @ RaisingFigureSkaters.com

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  25. very pretty plates (pages), I'd definitely want to keep them too. They look pretty in the frames you made and right at home above your fireplace.

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  26. Stunning simple beauty! LOVE it!
    Visiting from Nifty Thrifty Tuesday.
    Roselle

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  27. I love your calendar pictures framed in white and displayed on your mantle. Your pictures are gorgeous. I love all things beachy and wished I lived near one.
    I found you on Debbie Doo's and am signing up as a follower.
    Barb

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  28. They are beautiful and you are extremely clever!

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  29. They are fabulous, Cheryl - I love what you did to the frames...well done!

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  30. Wowzers! Looks like something from HGTV with such a designer flair...love it!

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  31. This looks lovely. You have a great blog. I look forward to seeing you at My Dream Canvas. Take care Anu

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  32. I always love beachey decor. I think it is so relaxing, but I think it just wont work for me here in the desert...

    I love your blog and just became a follower.

    I host a Bunny Hop Party every Wednesday and I would like to invite you. The linky is open until Sunday, but don't wait too long ;)

    xoxo Bunny Jean
    Bunny Jean's Decor and More (my main blog)

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  33. Thanks for joining the party!

    xoxo Bunny Jean

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  34. These are really pretty. Thanks for adding this post to my Share the Love Wednesday link party!
    Mary

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  35. Love the ocean and natural things - these are purrfect for that! I didn't realize that Cavillini had a calendar with these! They look great and a wonderful idea!

    Have a grand weekend!

    Romeo and "her"

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  36. They look great. Thanks for sharing at Beach Cottage Good Life Wednesdays.

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  37. Just popping in to see your post from Debbie's newbee party..

    Love your beachy items..

    your newest follower
    Sonny~155 dream lane

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  38. Love it! Thank you for sharing! I am signing up to be your newest follower!
    Have a wonderful evening!
    Leticia

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  39. Thanks for linking this to Home Sweet Home! These are so lovely framed!
    Sherry

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  40. They're fabulous, Cheryl! That was such a smart reuse of a calendar.

    Thanks for linking to the party. I would love to have you join me each week. Be sure to come by tonight to see yourself featured.

    By the way, I just joined you as a follower. ;)

    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  41. So pretty~ I love the way you re-used these!! Thanks for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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