A freaka for the Chica!
A couple of months ago, my best friend Tammy came to visit me from L.A. to get my side patio in working order. She's clearly the master gardner out of the two of us, so I just vaguely mentioned what I envisioned in a hang-out area and she took the reigns. The sort of work-in-progress result is a retro-kitsch courtyard (seen here pre-fence building)complete with dinette set, succulent plants and a porch swing. This is now my favrorite area of the house and in fact, has recently become a clubhouse of sorts for my friends and their bevies. ;-)
My porchtopia however still needs work, and I need inspiration. Enter, my friend Kathy Cano Murillo's new book Crafty Chica's Art de la Soul!
Although this book is filled with a range of latina-inspired crafty goodness, my current obsession takes me directly to the outdoor decor projects namely: the adorable Tin Trimmed Garden Stakes (P. 109), Fantastico Fantasy Paper Lights (p. 106) and my absolute, this-makes-me-giddy-and-I-must-make-it pick, the Flamin' Firepot (p. 121). I mean, c'mon, a fire source for your patio made form a washing machine tub and plant stand? Brilliant! As in all of her books, Kathy has strung together spicey, yet whimsical projects with inspirational wit and a whole lotta glitter. Art De La Soul is available online and in bookstores now. Te Amo, Crafty Chica!
Crafty Kisses,
Vickie
posted by Vickie Howell @ 1:42 PM
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I LOVE YOU, Vickie!!! Thank you from the bottom of mi corazon, hermanita!!!! Today I was at the hair salon and you popped in my head. I came home, poked around online as usual and came by to say "hi!" and then I saw this!! so cool, I'm *so* happy you like it! Next time I see you, I must bring you swag for your new home!!!! Hope you are having an amazing April and I hope we get to see eachother again soon. I've been spearding the word about the new show, it's a smashing success with everyone I know!
Say hi to the other chicas for me!
Peace, love and glitter and gobs of gourmet Easter chocolate to you,
Kathy :-)
This is too cute! Add some turquoise and coral print throw cushions on your swing (possibly with some pom pom fringe) and either make or paint directly on the floor an "area rug" to tie it all together. With your other picks, your club should really rock!!!
Bev
can a girl get some credit for pointing you to the flaming fire pot. good gawd.
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