Memories, from our Home to Yours

We had a special moment here at the store not too long ago.  A cute couple walking past the store peeked their heads in and fell in love with our boutique. 

 Shelby & Charlie said it was the perfect spot for their Christmas card photos.

We were so honored by their request to capture their Christmas memories in our store!

Not only is the couple adorable...but so is their photographer!

Sara Joy Photography 

Sara's passion is capturing life's precious moments. Her portfolio features weddings, kids, families, babies, engagements and high school seniors.  There's no doubt Sara loves what she does when you begin clicking through each creative and beautiful photo with anticipation of what you'll see next. 

Be sure to visit her blog Sara Joy Photography!

(Pinterest)

Have a lovely weekend!

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

Weekly Link Party

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

Our features this week:

The Little Cottage On The Pond...

Your dresser turned out just beautiful.  The stained top and distressed base is a lovely combination!  I also enjoyed your pictures of Gruene, we were there back in 2007 for my brothers wedding.  Such a quaint little place, enjoyed the Gristmill too!

Imperfect Patina 

An old school desk for only $11 and look at the results!  Miss Mustard Seed in Tricycle with Holiday inspired words.  Nice job and thank you for Linking Up!

It's time to Link Up this week!

Please share in our Link Party, here are the details:

1.  Feel free to share all your beautiful things!

2.  Please post a permalink to your post only, not your entire blog.

3.  Please help spread the word about our weekly Linky Party- Grab our button on the sidebar.

4.  Party closes on Thursday, December 20th at 11:59 pm. We will pick more people to feature.

There will not be a Linky Party next week, we will be spending time with our family for the Holiday.
We look forward to Linking Up again in 2013.

Happy Holidays!

Annie Sloan Work Book Launch and Open House

Many of you may know yesterday, here at Shades Of Amber, we celebrated the launch of Annie Sloan's Work Book with an Open House. A special day for all to see just what Annie's Work Book is all about. 

In her Work Book, Annie tells us that as a new art student just starting school, she was encouraged to keep a sketchbook.  As she collected colors, pages ripped from magazines and patterns she realized this was a way of developing a visual voice and language. 

The Work Book is full of tips for painting with her chalk paint and making colored wax.  Pockets for collecting photos, fabric, ribbon and wallpaper swatches.  As well as ideas for creating patterns and much more!

Everyone that attended had the opportunity to play with all 30 paint colors available right in their own Work Books. 

Annie encourages painting and sketching right in the Work Book too.  Do you feel as though you can't draw?  Don't be afraid, use stick figures it's okay!

Are you on Pinterest?  Annie is and she loves using Pinterest to discover and share inspiration. She created several themes in her Work Book along with a Pinterest board for each so she can continue to inspire you.  
For Annie's Pinterest boards...
Click on Annie Sloan 

We have created theme boards on Shades Of Amber Pinterest Page as well.  
Click on  Shades Of Amber
We will be adding to our newly created themed boards as we continue to work on projects.
We would love to share inspirations and photos from your
Work Book too! 

 Maison Decor Blog is inspired by this photo.  Playing with the colors they are going for, documenting the formula and using silver gilding wax. 

The patterns they painted on the page are great, wonder if they will use that inspiration somewhere?  Can't wait to see the finished product!

(Annie Sloan Paint and Colour Blog)

Annie encourages us to use her Work Book in the same way as your 'aide-memoire'...a reminder or memory aid for developing your own particular style and color palette. 

The Open House was a blast.  
Everyone learned a lot and said the Work Book is a fabulous tool! 

If you would like to own your own Work Book they are available at
Shades Of Amber.  
You can order online or call the store at 719-265-9921.

Have a lovely and inspiring weekend!

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things Link Party

Last week was amazing, Miss Mustard Seed spent two days with us here in Monument, CO!  If you would like to see photos, visit our Facebook Page HERE. 

Now for...

Weekly Link Party

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

We are thrilled to share last weeks features...

Tattered Elegance, this is amazing. The base is beautiful and the vintage suitcase is perfect painted in Old White, we are loving it!

Queen B, your jars for Christmas are beautiful.  What a great way to add some Holiday Cheer to any space.  Thank you so much for sharing your creative jars!

We look forward to seeing Quite Simply...Beautiful Things Link Ups this week.

Please share in our Link Party, here are the details:

1.  Feel free to share all your beautiful things!

2.  Please post a permalink to your post only, not your entire blog.

3.  Please help spread the word about our weekly Linky Party- Grab our button on the sidebar.

4.  Party closes on Thursday, December 13th at 11:59 pm. We will pick more people to feature.

Take It To The Floor with Dash & Albert

Have you heard of them?  

Fabulous rugs for every floor carried right here in the store!

Love the colors of this Court Hill Woven Wool Rug.

Are you a fan of Blue & Green?  We are swooning over this vine tufted wool rug.

We are "hooked" on this hand hooked 100% wool rug, the West Star.

The newest collections for Dash & Albert, new neutrals. 

  

Be sure to stop by the store to see all of our samples to choose which color and size is right for you.

We look forward to visiting with you.

  

Miss Mustard Seed is in the House...

...Shades Of Amber House!

We are absolutely thrilled Marian came to visit and teach us how it's done.

 Marian gives expert advise during her Milk Paint Workshop .

Have you ever wondered if Marian mixes her paint by hand or uses a mixer?

The burning question is answered, By Hand!

She typically does not let it sit, she gets right to the task at hand and starts painting!

Marian shows us how she takes off the loose paint.

Up close, the aged look we want. 

She is so well prepared & organized with great visuals of the pieces she has completed. 

Once class was over Marian signed her books and visited with those that attended class.

If you are in the area, please stop by for a book signing this evening from 

5-7pm.  We'd love to see you and Marian would too!  

Looking forward to another full day tomorrow of Marian's talents.

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

It's a big week for us here at Shades Of Amber!

This Friday & Saturday Miss Mustard Seed is coming to Colorado and we can hardly wait!!!

3 out of the 4 seminars are SOLD OUT!!

We only have a few spaces left in the Friday DIY Seminar at 2:30pm...reserve your spot while you still can!

Of course, Marian is also doing an open Book Signing on Friday from 5:00-7:00pm

For more details visit our Facebook page...

click here

More exciting news, we have Annie Sloan Fabrics in the store!

Stop in to see these gorgeous fabrics in person!

Photo by Christopher Drake

Time for...

Weekly Link Party

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

Please share in our Link Party, here are the details:

1.  Feel free to share all your beautiful things!

2.  Please post a permalink to your post only, not your entire blog.

3.  Please help spread the word about our weekly Linky Party- Grab our button on the sidebar.

4.  Party closes on Thursday, December 6th at 11:59 pm. We will pick more people to feature.