Today has been a GREAT day. I really enjoyed focusing on the things that make me happy, so much so that I have more than one snapshot from today. I hope you don't mind me sharing more than one...
Firstly while out running errands today, Emily and I popped into a Salvation Army (thrift) store to have a look around. We both couldn't believe our eyes when we spotted a vintage doll house at the back of the store. Emily was screaming with excitement on the inside and I knew we had found something pretty special. We headed off to the counter to have a chat about it and see what price we could arrive at. It was slightly damaged so in the end we were able to purchase it for $50. Now I don't know any of the history of it, but to me that is a bargain.
Here is a view from the front. Look at the beautiful windows and the doors that open and close - just gorgeous.
And on the inside there are lots of rooms, each with their own windows and doors, a proper staircase, wallpaper, a fireplace with a mantle piece. It really is a beautiful piece that was probably once loved by another little girl.
After we brought it home, Emily spent many hours carefully cleaning it, hanging the gorgeous light fittings that came with it and deciding which Blythe doll will have which room. I know one little girl who has gone to bed with a massive smile on her face.
And because today was such a happy happy day, I had to share two more snapshots. This is me signing lots of books for Quilt Fabric Delights. It was such an amazing feeling signing them, there was a little more pinching going on to make sure this really WAS real. Tomorrow I am signing another pile for Kim Archer Workshops@Home - I am feeling VERY blessed, thank you xx
And finally I had a little mummy and son dinner date with my funny little man tonight while Emily was at dancing. We had such a lovely time together. It was hard to find a photo to share from all the funny faces he pulls so here's two...
This 'happy' post is long enough, so tomorrow I will post about the fabrics that I used in my book as well as start the list of those joining me for 'Snapshots of June'. It isn't too late to play along and it is so fun taking pics of happy things throughout the day too. Thanks for sharing about my day...xx
(If anyone knows anything about our doll house, I would love some information like how old it might be etc? I will take some 'real camera' photos tomorrow to share so that you can see the details. Thanks)
Oh now you know how much I NEED this!!! I have been trying to fins it everywhere over here (Perth) without success as of yet! And perfect timing as I am redecorating my whole lounge room!! Thanks for a fun week :)