Endless Summer Sale

It's the time of year when you're hoping against hope that the sun sticks around a bit longer, but the smell of Autumn is in the air each morning. It's the time of year that I start thinking about changing the plants in my garden containers to mums, kale, and some pansies. It's the time of year that inevitably I start thinking about the holidays.

I couldn't let the Summer slip away without a last gasp sale. So from now until September 6 (the day after Labor Day), I'm discounting my Vintage Bottle Cap Necklaces to $62. That's more than 20% off. (Prices are already reflected, so no need for a coupon. This sale only applies to purchases made at http://www.tippystockton.com/.)

I'm also thinking about The Creative Connection. I'll be in Minneapolis for 4 fun-filled days of creative sharing, crafting, and shopping. And, the launch of "Where Women Cook - CELEBRATE" will launch as well. Such a fun gathering of friends, old and new!

Fall Preview

Shocking, isn't it. That I would intentionally remind you that the Season is about to change. OY! I just kinda got used to the 70 degree weather, and now the weatherman is telling me that the temps start to drop off from here. Oh well, I'll say it now as I've said it before, AUTUMN is my most favorite time of the year.

So I didn't want another day to go by without reminding you that my CELEBRATION SALE over at my new website will sadly expire on Monday, August 15. EVERYTHING is marked down by 25% - prices are already reflected. I've even put a few new pieces up just to tease you. So hurry over while supplies last. Have a great end of Summer. We're headed out of town for a bit of R & R, but not to worry, your packages will ship before I leave town!

Sunroom Redeux . . .

According to the "URBAN DICTIONARY", redeux means, 1. another way to remix, 2. a way to reduce. Well, that would definitely be the definition of what happened in my Sunroom in the past week. Outside of a new chaise (pronounced "shay"), I managed to repurpose nearly everything else from the old room. One thing that I've learned from living in this old home is that paint is my friend. I would really hate to count the amount of times we have painted. But honestly, it's the cheapest and most bold way of making a huge change to any room. And friends, I'm never shy about color either. Case in point . . . the new Sunroom color is Woodlawn Blue by Benjamin Moore. I love BM paints. We painted over walls that were an Olive color before, and we only had to put one coat on. The paint is a tad bit more expensive than other brands, but definitely worth it in the long run.

The other project that I took on was painting an old wood shelf that I've had for a few years. It sits right next to the door going out to the deck and my Studio. This shelf is the catch all for things like garden gloves, plant markers, rose clippers, keys, garden books and extra plant pots. Along with some of my most prized knick knacks, I knew that I needed to clean this shelf up and give it whole new look. The before picture is below - a mauvey brown. I purchased this shelf from Joanie, the Weed Lady. When she retired, I was quick to ask if I could buy this from her. At the shop, it housed all of the ribbons. It's the perfect size and I knew it would fit perfectly next to the door. But the color was all wrong - I lived with it this way for several years, but it was time to give it a new life. So with my Annie Sloan Paint in hand, I mixed up a concoction of Old World White and a smidge of Duck Egg (aqua/green) to give it a color that would blend in with my walls. I'm going to take it one step further in the next few days by using a bit of dark wax to give it some definition. But, all in all, I'm pretty happy with the outcome!

Before

After

One of my most prized possessions is an oil painting my Mom did years ago. It was always in a color palette that I didn't use, but now I have the perfect spot.

It was tough to get the lighting right because after all, it is a Sunroom.

This chair will soon be replaced with a slipper chair.

The blank space above the buffet will be the perfect home for a sign by Pink Marmalade. I'll share photos of that when it comes. Oh, and the rug. How perfect is this? I love the geometric shapes, and the color is divine.

The chaise is quite comfortable I must say!

I retired my two-tier table from my show props. I've always loved this table that I picked up from the girls at Today's Country Store in Sumner. I'm so happy that I didn't give in to all the people who wanted to buy it.

I'm thinking that I might have to do a little reading today!

And the WINNER is . . .

Thank you all for your wonderful dessert suggestions. Since going "gluten free" in February, I'm limited as to what kind of desserts I can actually eat. I may be cheating a bit so I can try some of your suggestions.

As you know, yesterday August 1 I launched my very own "dot.com". What an extraordinary day. Thank you all who ventured over and to take a peek and then left me the sweetest comments, (and I seem to be having a little issue here on Blogspot - it's now allowing me to make a comment of my own) to all of you who placed an order. I'm overwhelmed by your generous spirit. Thank you, Thank you!

So without further ado, let me announce the winner of one of the following Vintage Bottle Cap Necklaces. BTW, you too can own one for a fraction of its original cost. Right now, they are $56.25 - all sterling silver wire and findings, Vintage Cap and glass, Enamel Flower . . . the whole darn thing. Just head over to www.tippystockton.com.

Okay, here we go . . . the winner of the Vintage Bottle Cap Necklace is:

Kelly FinchCongratulations Kelly - let me know which of these darling necklaces I should send your way. Contact me by e-mail at: tippystockton@aol.com.

Stay tuned for one more CELEBRATION giveaway later this week!

Welcome to our new Home!

The Tippy Stockton Studios are now OPEN for Business. All of the glitches are gone; we're all smiles and we couldn't be happier with our new HOME. I hope you stop by because you're in for a BIG treat. 25% off your entire order. Discounts have already been taken, so don't worry about any coupon codes. Celebration sale ends on 8/15/11. Thanks for your patience, and I hope you enjoy the new digs.

www.tippystockton.com

It's Monday, so of course there's a glitch

So everything was going along just great, and it even looked great, but I guess everything was not up to snuff behind closed doors. HOUSTON, we have a problem!!! But not to worry . . . I have NASA and a whole team of folks trying to get it worked out.

Hopefully by the end of today, we'll turn that frown (Geez, that's more than a frown - looks like the perfect Patty Ann meltdown) UPSIDE DOWN. Have patience folks. Tippystockton.com will be back and beautiful again. Thanks for your patience.