Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique

Tuesday's Treasures

2009-08-30T02:36:00.004-04:00

Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique and the great shop owners at Shabby Lane Shops are offering a new and fun way to shop and save.
Check us out every Tuesday to see the great items being offered.
Tuesday Sept. 1 will be everything that is
"Shabby and Chic"

Things in My House Thrursday April 2, 2009

2009-04-02T19:36:00.011-04:00

Click on this picture and join us at Mommy Sweet Mom for "TIMHT"

I am running late today with my "TIMHT". I have been a little under the weather, as they say, for the past few days and I almost forgot. I would like to share a very beautiful pitcher and bowl that my friend Gayle gave me for Christmas several years ago. We owned an antique mall together and this beautiful pitcher and bowl was in one of our dealers booth. I saw it and fell in love, but did not feel I needed it and at that time did not have the money to spare. This was in July and when I opened my Christmas presents that December, there it was. All I could do was cry.

I don't know how old this set is. There are no marks. But it is hand painted black with beautiful pink roses. The bowl measures 16" in diameter at the widest and is 5" deep. The pitcher is 15" tall and about 12" in diameter at the bottom.

I will always cherish this beautiful set because of the love and thought she put into my gift that year.

Thanks for looking

Mrs. Charlotte

ALL PINK DAY on Friday Flea Market March 26, 2009

2009-03-25T11:46:00.093-04:00

Today is "All Pink" day on the Friday Flea Market. Please visit my websites http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/ and http://www.mrscharlottesjewelsandmore.com/ to check out my pink items in my Friday Flea Market categories.

You can also click on the pictures below to take you directly to the items shown.

Nevada Sky-"Lydia" Sundress - Meow

Size: 18mo - 24mo

$25.00

Nevada Sky Pink Ice Vintage Pillowcase Dress

Size: 4T

$29.00

Hot Pink Patent Buckle Wrap Belt

$4.99

Pink Patent Buckle Wrap Belt

$4.99

Pink Barefoot Roses Romantic Handbag with Rhinestone Button
$39.00

Pink Pearls Crystals Gold Earrings

$8.99

Pink Glass Stone Beads Stretch Bracelet

$4.00

Hot Pink Crystals Eternity Ball Earrings

$6.99

Pink Acrylic Organic Bangle Bracelet
$4.00

Thanks so much

Mrs. Charlotte

Friday Flea Market - April 3, 2009

2009-03-24T20:32:00.039-04:00

I would like to share a few of my items that I have for Friday Flea Market this week.

The following are great for your spring and summer outfits.

Yellow Acrylic Organic Bangle Bracelet
$4.00

Green Acrylic Organic Bangle Bracelet
$4.00

Patent Buckle Wrap Belt
$4.99

Acrylic Star Dangle Earrings
$2.50

Things in My House Thursday - My First

2009-03-24T19:26:00.022-04:00

Click on this picture and join all of us at Mommy Sweet Mom for "TIMHT"

This is my first "Things In My House Thursday". I would like to share a piece of furniture that I found at a sidewalk sale a few years ago. It is a lovely piece and I have not been sure if it was a record cabinet or not. It is mahogany wood with a curved drawer and a reverse shell carving on the front with two mirrored cabinets on each top side and in the middle a cabinet with a glass door. It has full columns on each side. I think the hardware and knobs are reproduction and are replacements.

I am a member of "I Antique On Line" a great community of people who buy and sell or collect antiques, collectibles and art. There is a group within this group called "Whadja Find? Ask Us? Identification and Evaluation". I ask for help identifying this piece and received numerous opinions.

One member identified it as a silver cabinet. Suggesting boxes of flat or tableware fit into the slats and linens, napkins and table cloths in the top cabinets. And was kept in the dining room or butlers cabinet.

The majority of the members identified it as a sheet music cabinet with a curio top circa probably 1920-1930's.

It was suggested that I could use this beautiful cabinet to store photo albums and/or scrap books. I thought was a wonderful way to use it. So I am using it to store my daughter, Donna's, scrapbooks and picture albums from when she was a little girl. I lost Donna in 1982 and this was a great place for these items so I could enjoy them without having to dig through drawers.

Please see the pictures of the cabinet below:

Thanks for letting me share is special piece of furniture with you.

Mrs. Charlotte

"Support Our Troops Day" - March 21, 2009

2009-03-20T22:16:00.009-04:00

My friend Mimi of Mimi's Rose Chenille Boutique is sponsoring a "Support Our Troops" event on her blog today March 21, 2009. I would first like to say "thank you" to Mimi for this wonderful tribute. Mimi's niece, Megan, is in Iraq serving to protect our country with so many other young men and women. I would like to say "Thank You" to Megan and all of our troops that are serving all over the world today and my husband, Tony Dinsmore, who served in the Vietnam war in 1968 and 1969 and to my father. William Lloyd Tennyson, Sr, who served in Germany in WWII.

I will be sending a special box to Megan to share with all of the troops serving with her and would hope each and everyone that is reading this post would join us in this special tribute to "Support Our Troops.

Mrs. Charlotte

My New Twins Diaper Bag

2009-03-16T20:06:00.008-04:00

My sister Camille cleans houses for a living and has so many wonderful clients. One of her favorites is expecting twin baby girls this summer. Camille called me the other day and said she wanted to do something for her client who has been very kind to her. Camille ask if I could make a diaper bag big enough for twins.

I wanted to make it big enough but not to big to carry. I also wanted to make it special for her. So I chose my favorite fabrics, the Barefoot Roses and Ava Rose collection by Tanya Whelan in pinks.

I would like to share with you pictures of this special diaper bag.

Because of many request for this diaper bag I will be making and selling them on my website Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/ Please visit me in about two weeks and I will have some for you to choose from.

Relay for Life

2009-03-14T22:57:00.003-04:00

Please join me and Shabby Lane Shops in Supporting the American Cancer Society ~ Relay for Life. Click on the banner above to donate!

Mimi's Rose Chenille Boutiuqe Support Our Troops Blog Event -March 21, 2009

2009-02-28T18:41:00.006-05:00

Mimi from Mimi's Rose Chenille Boutique is hosting a "Support Our Troops" Day on March 21, 2009. What a wonderful thing for Mimi to do for our troops. I will be participating and hope everyone that reads this post will do the same. Please visit Mimi's blog http://mimisrosechenilleboutique.blogspot.com/ to read more about this event. I am honored to have Mimi as my friend. Mrs. Charlotte

New Little Girls Fashion Collections- "Nevada Sky Collection" and "Vintage Linen Collection"

2009-02-27T14:37:00.010-05:00

I would like to introduce my new line of little girls fashions and accessories. I now have two collections, the first I am calling my Nevada Sky Collection. This collection is named for my adorable niece who will be my model for all of these adorable outfits. I will be using the latest in designer fabrics. Many wonderful coordinating colors.

My second line I am calling "Vintage Linen Collection" these fashions are One-of-a-Kind dresses made with vintage linens, including pillowcases. All with the original embroidered designs. For the fabrics I am using pastel batiste and the latest in designer fabrics.

I hope you like my new collections. If you have any questions or special orders please let me know. You can see all of these wonderful little girl fashions at "Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique"
http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/

Thanks
Mrs. Charlotte

Friday Flea Market Specials

2009-02-26T19:24:00.009-05:00

Sorry I have not added to my Friday Flea Market for the past two weeks. So I am going to make up for it today with some wonderful items and great reduction in prices:

The first one is Cottage Chic White Quilted Handbag

$16.00

Shabby Cottage Rose Aqua Handbag

$25.00

Aris of Paris Beige Leather Gloves

$10.00

Aris of Paris Beige Leather Gloves

$5.00

Just click on the picture and it will take you to my website to purchase.

Thanks Mrs. Charlotte

Spring Has Sprung in Georgia

2009-02-10T06:41:00.006-05:00

Wow!! It has been so nice here in Georgia for the last few days. The average temperature for Atlanta is 44.8 degrees in the month of February. The high today is going to be 70 degrees.

We have been enjoying this beautiful weather for about three days now. The forecast is: Wednesday 67 degrees, Thursday 65 degrees and Friday 58 degrees.

My two little darlings Fluffy and Calley have been having the time of their lives. They are inside cats and only get to go outside when the weather is nice and my husband Tony can go out with them.

"Calley"

"Fluffy"

They know the rules, allowed to go outside by theirselves. Even it the door is open they won't go out unless they are told they can. They are not allowed off of the deck and they know it. Sometimes a squirrel with go by and they get excited and jump off. That's when they hear a "bang, bang" . That is Tony hitting the side of the chair with a "Fly Swatter". When they hear that back on the deck they come.

We are all enjoying this beautiful weather and getting spoiled. I know it will go back to the normal temperture soon. So I am going outside today.

Mrs. Charlotte

Happy Valentines Sale

2009-02-04T09:45:00.009-05:00

Hello,

Just wanted to let you know I am having a "Valentines Sales" on both of my web site for the entire month of February.

See the following for details:

Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More

http://www.mrscharlottesjewelsandmore.com/

Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique

http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/

I hope you all have a great Valentines Day and you received whatever you are wishing for.

Mrs. Charlotte

I've Been Tagged By "Mimi"

2009-02-02T14:27:00.006-05:00

My Good Friend Mimi Tagged me.

Here are the thing to do:

1. Go to the fourth folder in your picture file on your computer.

2. Post the fourth picture from that file.

Heres mine:

3. Explain the photo:

This is a picture of my great niece Nevada Sky. She is wearing a dress that I made and wanted her to try on so I could get an idea of the size she would wear. She will be ten years old Saturday and most of her friends are three feet and more taller than she is. The dress she is wearing was made with a size 6 pattern and it was a little big . I am going to have to use a size 5 pattern to make it fit her.

She had just finished a two hour basket ball game that day. And she was really tired but was a trouper and tried it on for me anyway.

I am going to start a new little girls clothing line and Nevada is going to be my model. We are calling the new clothing line "Nevada Sky".

Isn't she just the cutest little doll? Well I think she is the best because she is mine.

4. Tag four more people, so this is who I tagged.

Becs - Rebecca Rose Designs

Joanne - My Cottage Pretties

Catherine - Isabella's Roses

Judy - Vintage to Chic

Friday Flea Market for "Valentines"

2009-01-29T09:27:00.017-05:00

I would like to offer you some very special items for your Valentine. From "Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique" there is "Red Willow Ridgway North Staffordshire Pottery England Dinner Plate" and "Old Willow Red Hampton England Saucer that has come from my private collection. They have given me much pleasure and I would like to pass them on to you for your future pleasure.

"Old Willow" Red Hampton England Saucer

$4.00

Red Willow Ridgway North Staffordshire Pottery England Dinner Plate

$12.00

And from "Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More" I have two very special jewelry pieces that I have marked down to a incredible low prices. The first item is a "Ruby Heart Pendant and Chain" and then a "Red Cultured Fresh Water Pearl Necklace"

Ruby Heart Pendant and Chain

$22.00

Red Cultured Fresh Water Pearl Necklace

$24.00

To purchase any of these items please just click on the picture and it will take you to the web site the item is on.

Happy Valentines Day!!!

Mrs. Charlotte

Friday Flea Market Finds

2009-01-22T12:33:00.019-05:00

I would like to apolize for not having a Friday Flea Market post for the last three weeks. I will make it up to you today. I am going to include items in both of my shops Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique and Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More. Just Click on picture to see more details.

Hope you find something you like this week.

Mrs. Charlotte

Prehnite Beaded Stretch Bracelet

$25.00

Cottage Navy Blue Quilted Jacket

$35.00

Romantic Style Roses Handbag

$25.00

Beau Sterling Silver Swirl Earrings

$10.00

Sampling of Jewelry for Blog

2009-01-16T01:58:00.001-05:00

My New Website "Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More

2009-01-16T01:40:00.005-05:00

I am happy to announce the opening of my new website "Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More". This great new site was designed by Catherine of Shabby Lane Shops and Nashville Boutiques You will find the latest trends in sterling silver and gemstone jewelry and designer inspired high quality fashion and costume jewelry.. We will also have an amazing array of unique vintage and retro jewelry.

I will be moving any jewelry items from Mrs. Charlottw's Boutique to Mrs. Charlotte's Jewels and More and adding new items weekly.

If you are a jewelry lover new or vintage this will be a great place to find wonderful unique items.

Above you will see a sampling of items i will be offering.

Valentines Fabric Prints

2009-01-12T21:00:00.001-05:00

Victorian Valentine Fabric Prints

2009-01-12T17:15:00.006-05:00

I have added a new collection of Victorian Valentine Prints to my "Vintage Victorian Fabric Prints" category. All of my Vintage and Victorian images are printed on 100% cotton Fabric and ready for you to use. They are all 8' x 10" with a small border on each one to be easily sewn in without taking up any of the print.

There are many uses for these images in your sewing and crafts projects.

I also can reduce the size of each print if you need a smaller version. Just email me and I will print the size that is best for your project.

visit my website http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com to see all of my designs.

Wow!! My Blog Awards

2009-01-08T18:53:00.012-05:00

I just don't know what to say...... I am really honored to be chosen by two beautiful women for this award. Mimi of Mimi's Rose Chenille Boutique and Becs of Rebeccas Rose Designs have sent me this wonderful award. Thank you ladies so vey much. I will strive every day to live up to it.

There is a story about this award, so please take a minute to read it:

The authors say that blogs who receive this award are exceedingly charming. This blog invests in the PROXIMITY in space, time and relationships. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in prizes or self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that even more friendships are propagated.

So, now it's time for me to pass on this award and 'propagate' some friendships !

Ribbon, Roses and More

The Vintage Hope Chest

B. Catherine Designs

Pink Hugs Sweet Shop

Adorned Before

Shabby Cottage Designs

And of course Mimi's Rose Chenille Boutique and Rebecca Rose Designs

2009-01-08T16:32:00.001-05:00

New Line of Handbags and Jackets with Vera Bradley fabrics

2008-12-30T07:57:00.008-05:00

I have started a new line of Handbags and Patchwork Jackets using Vera Bradley fabrics. So far they are making a big hit with my customers.

This adorable jacket features Vera Bradley's "Frankly Scarlet" fabric. I have also used a pair of recycled blue denim jeans. I like using recycled jeans in my designs. I think every friend I have is giving me their old jeans.

Below is a Handbag using this same "Frankly Scarlet fabric.

This next jacket features Vera Bradley's "Café Latte" fabric. With a pair of recycled black denim jeans and a pair of recycled tan denim jeans.

Below are a few of my handbag designs using Vera Bradley fabrics. I hope you like them.

Vera Bradley's "Mesa Red"

Vera Bradley's "Riviera"

Vera Bradley's "Pinwheel Pink"

Vera Bradley's "Mod Floral Pink"

Vera Bradley's "Night Owl"

To purchase one of these great handbags or jackets please visit my online store Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique at http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/.

I hope everyone has a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Mrs. Charlotte

Our Son Trevor is Engaged

2008-12-26T15:27:00.010-05:00

Well it is official, our son, Trevor is engaged. After months of looking for the right diamond, then the right setting and having the right person do the setting. (It had to be perfect). Trevor finally proposed to his wonderful girlfriend Amanda.

"He did good"

He had all sorts of great plans for giving her the ring but Amanda has a job that calls her out all hours of the day or night. So they ordered in Chinese and during dinner he reached in his pocket got down on his knees and ask her to marry him. ( Isn't that the sweetest thing).

I knew he was going to give it to her during the Christmas holidays and I believe I was more excited and nervous about when and where than anyone. I kept asking have you given it to her yet or when are you going to give it to her. I know he thought "enough already". She was not expecting it for another few months.

Tony and I are so proud and happy for both of them. Amanda is the perfect girl for Trevor. I am so glad he waited for the right girl because Amanda is just the daughter in law any mother would pray to have. She is sweet, smart and beautiful.

Now I need a grand baby. I know I'm pushing a little but what a beautiful grand baby it will be.

How could you go wrong with these two beautiful people.

Congratulations Trevor and Amanda

We love you Both

"Elaine" My Massage Therapist and Post Polio Syndrome

2008-12-23T21:51:00.008-05:00

Like many other children in the 1940's and 1950's I was struck with the devastating disease "Polio" .

Polio was virtually eliminated from the Western hemisphere in the second half of the 20th century. The most extensive outbreak occurred in the first half of the 1900"s before the polio vaccination, created by Jonas Salk, became widely available in 1955.

I was diagnosed with Polio when I was two years old. However, I was one of the lucky ones. I had a form of Polio called non paralytic polio. Even though the illness only lasted a few weeks, damage was done to the nerves. I did fully recover but developed post-polio syndrome(PPS) after more than thirty years. The damage done to the nerves during the disease caused acceleration of the normal, gradual weakness due to aging.

There is not much out there to treat post polio syndrome. My doctor told me to start an exercise program and find a good massage therapist. Well that is just what I did. I found Elaine Hauenstein of Natural Balance Therapeutic Massage in Roswell, Georgia. Elaine is not only my massage therapist but has become my friend. I have a standing appointment every two weeks. We have a great time solving the problems of the world during each one hour session. HA. I have been going to Elaine for several years now and my quality of life has improved 100%.

Elaine

Elaine and Shannon

Shannon is another therapist in with Elaine

Below is a list of benefits from massage that are important to me:

Ease medication dependence.

Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system.

Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.

Increase joint flexibility.

Lessen depression and anxiety.

Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.

Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.

Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller.

Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care has played a huge part in my health.

Even if you do not have the problems that I have with Post Polio Syndrome massage is a wonderful thing you can do for yourself.

Budgeting time and money for massage at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat does not mean it is any less therapeutic. Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with your therapist to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.

If you live in the Roswell, Georgia area look up Elaine at Natural Balance and if not find a good massage therapist in you area. Believe me you will never find anything better to do for yourself.

Flea Market Friday

2008-12-18T02:32:00.004-05:00

I would like to offer for this weeks Friday Flea Market the following linens and earrings. There are many other beautiful items added on my web site this week for you to consider.

Just click on the picture and it will take you to that item and the Friday Flea Market Page on my web site. http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/

2 pc Vintage Embroidered Dresser Scarves

$9.00

Vintage Blue Embroidered Pillow Case

$8.00

Blue Embroidered Floral Hand Towel
$6.00

.925 Sterling SilverTrillion Citrine Earrings

$24.00

Thanks for visiting and see you next Friday for more great items.

Mrs. Charlotte

My Nevada Sky

2008-12-13T20:58:00.027-05:00

My Nevada Sky is growing up.

In December 2008 I did this blog post about my wonederful niece Nevada Sky, I just thought I would up date you on some more pictures and let you know what she is doing six months later.

She came over and spent the weekend with me a little while back and I taught her how to sew. The pictures below are of her in a dress that she made that weekend with my help. She did good!!!!! She is so smart.

I have named this post "My Nevada Sky" because it is about my beautiful little niece, Nevada Sky Zak. A big name for a little girl.

Nevada's mother's name is Star. Star is my sister Camille's oldest. When Nevada was born it was only natural her name would be something different. My family seems to like names that you don't hear every day.

We got the news this week Nevada will have a new sister or brother in nine months. I can't image what the next name will be. Whatever it will be something different and wonderful.

I am the luckiest lady in the world to be able to call this beautiful family mine.

I went to a fourth grade basket ball game today and had the time of my life.

You Laugh!!!

Well I am a little prejudice. Nevada is the little one wearing jersey #1. Just watching her run up and down that gym floor was a real treat.

She is the smallest one on the team. All of the girls are at least a head or two taller than she is, but that doesn't hold her back. She works that court like she was ten feet tall.

Her team mate, Courtney Goddard, #9 is her best friend and the daughter of two of my co-workers when I worked for AT&T. It was fun seeing Courtney's parents again after all of these years.

Courtney

Nevada and Courtney are two of the highest scorers on their team.

She may be little but she is not afraid to aggressively guard those taller girls.

I wish that little girl would get out of my way!!!!!!!!!

Boy, this has been a hard day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Blow is a video that I took. This is my first so please excuse. Check it out if you have the time.

It shows how hard these girls work.

Great Friday Flea Market Jewelry Finds

2008-12-12T21:26:00.007-05:00

For this weeks Friday Flea Market I am going to stay with the jewelry theme. I think this time of the year is just perfect for jewelry. All ladies love to get a nice necklace, bracelet, or ring for Christmas.

Here are a few examples you will find on my Web Site

http://w ww.mrscharlottesboutique.com

Free Form Quartz Crystal Chip Necklace $ 10.00

Green Jade Free Form Chip Neckalce $9.00

Agate Jasper Chip Bracelet $12.00

Malachite Chip Necklace $15.00

Giovanni Gold Tone Brooch $5.00

Sara Coventry Double Rosette Ring $9.00

Happy Shopping!!!!

Mrs. Charlotte

Friday Flea Market

2008-12-04T13:33:00.024-05:00

Well it is that time of the week again. Flea Market Friday. And I am at the Panorama show now, it's Thursday morning and I have just finished setting up my booth. We open at 1:oopm so I am going to keep this short today. I just wanted to invite you to check out my great new items for this week.

Below you will find a few of the items I have for sale this week. Just click on any of the pictures and it will take you to my website and my Friday Flea Market page.

Multi Colored Crystal Clip on Earrings

$6.00

White Beaded Stretch Bracelet
$7.00

Pink Green Yellow Crystal Watch

$14.00

Also if you will click on the Friday Flea Market link below you will find a list of my fellow bloggers and their great Friday Flea Market items.

Thanks so much for visiting . Mrs. Charlotte

My Friend Lynne

2008-11-29T17:20:00.005-05:00

At this time of the year we start thinking about what is important to us. Well that is why I wanted to tell you about my friend Lynne and how thankful I am to have her as a friend.

Lynne and I met about fourteen years ago at an Antique Mall in Alpharetta, Georgia where we both rented booths and sold antiques and collectibles. I still worked for AT&T at that time and Lynne was making her living in the antique business.

I really can't say when we became such good friends. I just know it seems like she has always been there. After a few years Lynne moved to Florida to be closer to her family. I really thought we would probably not keep in touch because so many people don't.

But we did and we do. We try to talk at least once a week and sometimes more. Two years ago I packed up my car with my sewing machine, all of my fabric, and embellishmemts and off to Florida I went. When I got there she had made this sign. And it was hanging on the chandlier in her dinining room. But now is hanging in my sewing room.

"Charlotte and Lynne' 1st Annual Sewing Marathon 2007"

For the next week we did nothing but eat, sleep and sew and sew and sew. She taught me things that she knew and I taught her things I knew. Ever since sewing has been my passion.

I want to introduce you to some of her creations. She sells on Ebay and if you are interested just click on the link below the picture and it will take you to her auction.

Victorian Girls Image Pillow

Shabby Victorian Lady Pillow

Chenille Cottage Victorian Purse

Patchwork Jacket Shabby

So I guess what I am trying to say is friends are so very important and we all need to keep them close and let them know every day what they mean to us.

Thank you Lynne for being my friend.

Mrs Charlotte's Friday Flea Market

2008-11-27T23:16:00.012-05:00

Welcome to my first Friday Flea Market. Below you will find a few items that I am featuring this week.

AB Crystal Victorian Style Necklace Set

$6.00

Pink Crystal Necklace

$6.00

Pink Crystal Pendant w/ Chain

$7.00

Pastel Shell and Beaded Bracelet

$5.00

You will find all of these items and many more on my web site Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique.

Please visit my friends at Friday Flea Market for more great Flea Market Friday items.

Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!

2008-11-27T18:46:00.013-05:00

Well, I'm stuffed. Tony and I picked up Tony's brother Billy and off to Tony's sister Bobbie's house for a great Thanksgiving dinner.

Bobbie's husband Pete,

her two daughters Michelle and Melanie and her son Danny were there with their families.

Michelle

Michelle's twin sons

Melanie

Melanie's daughter

Tony and Michelle

"I need a nap after that feast"

Bobbie, a gourmet cook, takes on this dinner every year and never wants any help. So I try to bring her a gift every year to let her know how much we appreciate her. This year it was one of my Christmas Pillows.

We really look forward to this day because we don't get to see them as often as we would like.

I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and were able to be with your families.

Family is so very important.

Your friend

Charlotte

My New Blog and My First Post "About Me and My Family"

2008-11-20T21:17:00.058-05:00

Well, this is my first post on my new blog. Who would have ever believed I would start a Web Site http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/ much less a Blog at my age. I will be sixty five in nine days. A senior citizen!! Wow!!

A little bit about myself and my family:

I have been married to my wonderful husband Tony for thirty one years. We have a great son, Trevor, that we are so proud of. Trevor is from Tony's first marriage but he is also the best son a step-mom could possibly ever have.

Tony and I also have two girls in our lives. Cally, a wonderfully smart and loving Calico Cat that is four years old.

And her sister Fluffy, a beautiful and very spoiled Maine Coon Cat.

Tony's passion is his yard that he has designed and made more beautiful every year. He has a very green thumb and has made our lives beautiful. I could not tell you what any of the plants are, bu I do know how wonderful they make me feel and how much joy they put into our lives.

My passion is decorating and re-decorating my beautiful home. I can never seem able to stop changing things and making them different. My husband never knows what it is going to look like tomorrow. But I do seem to keep the same theme. I love the French Country look so I always stay with that decorating theme.

And sewing for my new website "Mrs. Charlotte's Boutique http://www.mrscharlottesboutique.com/

My website is this years greatest accomplishment. I am so proud that I had the courage to open site. I had no idea how much went into having a successful web site. Choosing a host for my site, finding a designer to design one especially for me. And getting my name out on the web.

I finally decided to go with PappaShop http://www.pappashop.com/ for my host and can not say enough great things about them. Their support team is the greatest. Always there to help you out of anything you get yourself into.

My first web designer was a great person and really did a nice site for me but it did not have that special look that I was hoping to get. Then I found Victoria of Victoria's Shabby Cottage http://www.victoriasshabbycottage.com/. Victoria knew exactly what I needed and wanted. She gave me a design that truly reflected what my website was all about.

The next person that I found was Catherine of Shabby Lane Shops http://www.shabbylaneshops.com/. I was reading my "Romantic Homes" magazine that just came in that days mail and ran across a ad for Shabby Lane Shops.

My interest peek immediately and I checked them out. I joined Shabby Lane Shops in March of this year and it was the single best decision I have made concerning my site.

Catherine is a wonderful owner, she is always there to help all of her shop owners. She has help me in so many ways to get my shop and my name out there so I can be as successful as possible.

I started out making handmade One of a Kind Handbags:

Romantic, Denim, and many other styles

but before long I had added Handmade Quilted and Patchwork Jackets some with matching handbags.

And beautiful Victorian Pillows that I have just recently started making. I love to create them and what as they get prettier with each stitch.

I also sell new and vintage jewelry. There are necklaces , earrings, pendants, brooches, and rings of all kinds.

Starting in December I am adding Natural Gemstones to my inventory. Gemstones have always fascinated me. I love the fact that they come from all over the world in every color of the rainbow and have a mystery about each one of them. I have been collecting for a long time and have decided to let go of most of my collection. Watch for them in early December on my web site.

Well, I guess I have talked about myself long enough. Just wanted you to know a little more about me and my family.