Wednesday, September 29, 2010

September in Virginia

As promised, here are the photos from our vacation to VA this month. We stayed at Skyland Resort, 3750 feet up. I completely unplugged and it was oh-so-fabulous. The only source of entertainment in the evening was the mountain tap room with life bluegrass. The temperature in the mountains ranged from 50 to 85 degrees, beautiful sunrises to breathtaking sunsets. From Natural Bridge, Luray Caverns, to Shenandoah Vineyards, it was truly an awesome time.


From top left to right: View from our cabin at sunset, Luray Caverns
(dream lake), 
Black-Eyed Susan on Skyline Dr, View from Betsy's Rock,
Natural Bridge


Photos and layouts by teakettica

From top left to right: View from Stonyman Point, Trail at Natural Bridge,
Shenandoah Vineyards, 
Me and the Husband, wax figures during the tour of the
Natural Bridge Wax Museum


Wednesday, September 1, 2010

A trip he can't possibly refuse

This is what happens when you put Wine, Frank Cappola, and The Godfather all in one design.

Okay. This is a blatant attempt to get my husband, who isn't the biggest wine fan, on board to visit a vineyard while we're on vacation in Shenandoah Valley, VA.

So, I did what any woman would do. I created a featured design with Wine, Frank Cappola and his lovely vineyards, and pictures of The Godfather.

Now, he can't possibly refuse...

designed by teakettica

Monday, August 30, 2010

Queens Closet by Richard Cleaver

I am completely excited about this piece from the Delaware Art Museum: The Queens Closet by Richard Cleaver. I have always been a huge Tudor buff and this has got to be the coolest thing I've ever seen.

Fascinated with history this artist creates elaborate cabinets to capture the lives and secrets of historical figures. King Henry VIII, famous for beheading his wives when they failed to produce a male heir, reveals portraits of his six wives when compartments are opened.

Pictures courtesy of Debsteinberg; Designed by teakettica


Medium: Mixed media (ceramic, wood, and beads)
Creation Date: 1995

Monday, August 23, 2010

Trip to Terrain

Terrain was so incredibly amazing I have to share with you some photos that were taken (as well as my new favorite things). As my husband would say, this place preys on women, especially the crafty, nature-loving sort. Consider me one of them... also a huge thank you to my friend Joy for getting us there in the rain.

Photos & design by teakettica



My new favorite tea cup and hand soap.

Boulder Mugs - $10 (Photo Courtesy of Terrain)
Terrace Wrapped Olive Soap (Photo Courtesy of Terrain)