Friday, December 31, 2010

Happy New Year

Happy New Year and May all your dreams come true!

Be sure to meet back here on Monday for a fabulous giveaway from Pottery Barn.
You won't want to miss it, believe me!
2010 In Review ~ Best of Blogs of 2010
Top 10 of 2010 Blog Posts on Bright Bold and Beautiful
and more Best of 2010 posts... See you next year!

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Frills Friday: New Year's Eve in Black and White

Some Lolitas believe that black and white combinations immediately land you in the "not doing it right" category. When done correctly, I think black and white can be gorgeous. This coordinate definitely showcases the beauty of this color combination. Enjoy this coordinate, and see you next year!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

A Personal Message and Inspiration for 2011

Have you ever felt like you belonged on the "island of misfit toys"? Well, I have... I was at dinner last night with two great friends, and they were telling me about the high-school reunion that I recently missed. The truth is, I actually went to one school from 1st-9th, another for 10th and 11th, and we moved to a different city for my Senior year, thus a third school. So, which school class reunion am I supposed to attend? If you have really read this far, I promise there is a point to my story.
For a brief moment at dinner last night, I did feel sorry for myself, feeling like I did not belong to one certain group. Then, I snapped out of it. Don't get me wrong, I am very grateful for all of my friends and experiences I have encountered along the way. But, I am a firm believer of living in the present. I am 43 years old, and last year I would have told you that 2009 was the best year of my life. However, now that we have come to the end of 2010, I would say that this year has been even better.
So to all of you ~ If you are not doing what you love, change your ways.
If there is a hobby you want to try ~ try it!
Dream...
Imagine...
Believe in Yourself
Cherish your family and friends
Live, Laugh, and most certainly Love

Here is to being grateful for our past, and looking ahead to 2011!
I hope you will join me here each and every day on Bright Bold and Beautiful.
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Watercolors by Laura Trevey 50% off Sale - 2 days left

Help me reach my goal of 1000 sales by the end of the year...
What's in it for you? Well, a lot!
You receive 50% off every item or items in my Etsy shop until December 31st. {Last sale until July 2011}. Below are some examples of original paintings and prints. These make wonderful Valentines Day, Birthday, and any time gifts... Everything from custom home paintings to sweet note cards for just $6.00! Click on each link to purchase.


Container Garden Watercolor Print $9.00 {regular price $18.00}
Custom Painting of your Home $72.50 {regular price $145.00}
Custom Painting of Your Home - Watercolor

Beautiful Day Original Watercolor Painting $27.50 {regular price $55.00}
Beautiful Day, Original Watercolor Painting
Note Cards - Set of 12 - 3 different hydrangea paintings $6.00 {regular $12.00}
Pink, Green, and Blue Hydrangea Note Cards
Happy New Year from Bright Bold and Beautiful!
Meet me here on Monday for the BEST GIVEAWAY to date...
I can't wait to share with you.
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Thrills Thursday: Second Meta LP; AatP Releases Tartan Bag

Metamorphose released another lucky pack set due to the popularity of their light and dark sets. It was released on Tuesday, but it seems like they are still available for purchase. It's a set containing a skirt, blouse, bloomers, special original bag, and various accessories such as socks and jewerly.

From Metamorphose' sale page
Tartan fans? Alice and the Pirates released this adorable tartan-printed bag on the 28th. In case you haven't gotten your holiday fix yet for all the new releases of holiday-themed clothing, Alice and the Pirates has got you covered. The applique is a cute carousel, which I particularly like because it's not overwhelming. It comes in red x red, red x green (pictured), and red x blue. Also, it is made of velveteen for the colder months.

From Alice and the Pirates Online Store

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Bright Ideas: Creative Work Spaces and Organizing Tips

With the coming of a New Year, I am always inspired to clear out the clutter, and organize! Just remember this tip: There is a place for everything. Create your
own work space filled with character and imagination, the sky is the limit...
What are your organizing tips?
Hey ~ I have this same IKEA trestle desk in my art studio!
I love the cups full of pens and pencils...
Last year's post: Organizing Tips
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Don't forget to enter the $40.00 Watercolors by Laura Trevey
and take advantage of my 2 year anniversary SALE
Ends December 31, 2010




Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Color Inspiration: Beige Stripes

This is such a cozy spot with the natural light pouring in... I love the beige stripes with the blue and green wallpaper... very soothing... and check out the gorgeous lantern too!
photo: decorpad



Monday, December 27, 2010

Watercolors by Laura Trevey Giveaway

** Update: Shari, you won! Congrats **
The last Monday Giveaway for 2010 is a $40.00 gift certificate towards the purchase of any item or items in my Etsy shop - Watercolors by Laura Trevey. {includes prints and original paintings} In addition to the giveaway, check out the 50% off SALE going on now ~ until December 31, 2010
Please Read Instructions Below
Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab
Best selling watercolor print ~ Chesapeake Bay Blue Crab
To qualify, visit Watercolors by Laura Trevey and leave a comment below.
Also Click on the Facebook
"like" button (right above the comments)
for an extra entry...

Winner will be announced on Friday!
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** Interested in hosting a giveaway? Contact me here **



Monday Inspiration

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." Mark Twain
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Sunday, December 26, 2010

Cool Quotes on Canvas

Need a little inspiration for 2011? How about these Live Laugh Love art prints?
Cool Quotes on Canvas offers bright and colorful illustrations for your home office or any room to provide inspiration throughout the New Year.
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Laugh illustration on CanvasLove illustration on Canvas
Giclee prints on gallery wrapped canvas. Measurements are 17" by 24" by 1.50"
Canvas is wrapped around a 1.50" wood frame with image or black wrap on the sides.
Laugh illustration
What is a gallery wrapped canvas? It is a high quality print on an artist’s canvas. The canvas is stretched over custom-made wood stretcher bars.
Ready to hang / No framing Required
Purchase all three at Cool Quotes on Etsy
all illustrations available in 8" by 10" prints too!

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