Friday, May 1, 2009

Pink Saturday and an Award

Our friend Beverly at How Sweet the Sound is once again hosting Pink Saturday. I could hardly wait to show you this. I don't often post something for Pink Saturday. Although I'm a girly girl and love pink, my favorite color is blue. However, I got the most perfect pink gift this week!



It's a two-tiered dessert server made of pink metal. I think you have to know someone quite well to pick out something like this. They got me down pat!!! I love it and have never seen anything quite like it. It came from a local specialty garden and gift shop. I drool every time I go in there!



Can you see the delicate metal work? Even the bugs are metal--a spring! I've got big plans for this! I bought a butterfly cookie cutter today. I can just see pastel butterflies sitting on this for Mother's Day brunch at my house. I also think it could be used as a centerpiece with pots of flowers stacked on the tiers. The possibilities are endless and have me giddy!




And now...(drum roll). Miss Lauralu over at Hidden Promise awarded me with the Lemonade Award given to a fellow blogger who exhibits an "attitude of gratitude". I can think of no higher compliment. I am truly grateful for the many blessings and people in my life (including you!) and hope that you can see it in my posts! I am working daily in wanting what I have rather than having what I want. So, a big thank you to Laura. Visit her at http://hiddenpromise.blogspot.com/. Even her music is inspiring and she's got some great pictures of the Biltmore to show you! I would like to pass this on to some fellow bloggers for whom I am grateful and exhibit the spirit of the award:
  1. Kammy at http://smallhomeinthecountry.blogspot.com/
  2. Melissa at http://granvillehouse.blogspot.com/ 320 Sycamore
  3. Sheila at http://notesongs.blogspot.com/
  4. Laura at http://whitespraypaint.blogspot.com/
  5. Kelly at http://design-ties.blogspot.com/ She has some great blogging tips!
  6. Barb at http://foleysfollies.blogspot.com/
  7. Marty 39 at http://astrollthrulife.blogspot.com/

Now Ladies feel free to pass this along. Now run, don't walk and see what else Beverly and lots of others have been dreaming of in pink at http://howsweetthesound.typepad.com/. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  1. Miss Laura Lu/RMS4291960May 1, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    Oh Susan! It's absolutely adorable! Think of the tablescapes!!!! Can't wait to see the butterfly cookies! What shop is this from?! I gotsta go! And girl you deserved that award big time!!! God Bless! Lauralu :)

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  2. Marjorie (Molly) SmithMay 1, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    How unusal, it is just adorable. Can't wait to see pictures of how you use it.
    Molly

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 1, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    Oh I just love your pink tiered stand. Filled with cookies, cupcakes or plants, no matter what it will be absolutely stunning. Such a wonderful piece and gift. Also, thank you soooooo much for passing on the Lemonade Award to me. That is such a blessing and I am truly honored. I will proudly post your name on my blog as a giver of such a lovely award. I really do appreciate the thought. Hugs, Marty

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  4. DesignTiesMay 1, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    Your stand is really unique!! I like the pink flower -- it reminds me of the pink daisies I like to put in my flower garden. And the bees on springs are cute :-)

    Thank you so much for the award!! The fact that two fellow bloggers gave us this award doubles our gratitude!! :-)

    Kelly @ DesignTies

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  5. MelissaMay 1, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    Susan~thank you so much for the award, I really appreciate you thinking of me. I love your dessert server as well! So cute~you'll have to show us what you serve on it :) Have a great weekend!

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  6. FoleyMay 1, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    Susan - will be waiting to see photos of your FILLED dessert server, it is so unique and pretty!

    Thank you so much for passing along the Lemonade Award, it was so unexpected and that makes it that much more special!

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  7. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    That is darling - Also nice name for your lovely blog!

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  8. TaraMay 2, 2009 at 2:41 AM

    What a great dessert stand, it's so vintage looking. Congrats on your award and have a super weekend!

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  9. Eclectic Chic StyleMay 2, 2009 at 5:36 AM

    I think that is an awesome dessert stand, so adorable and so me. lol!!! Never seen one like it!!! I just read your about me, and I too am a G.R.I.T.S!!! Love your blog!
    Have a Pretty in Pink Saturday!!
    ♥ Teresa

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  10. JenniferMay 2, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    That is such a cool dessert stand! Thank You fro sharing yoru Pink!
    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Jennifer

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  11. fairiemoonMay 2, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    What a fun desert stand! You will now have to host a tea and invite all of us! Welcome to Pink Saturday!

    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Erin :)

    http://www.fairiemoon.typepad.com/fairiemoon/

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  12. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    Holy Buckets what an amazing find! Very neat!!! Happy Pink Saturday. xJ

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  13. The Old ParsonageMay 2, 2009 at 6:37 AM

    What a great present! Someone really does know the true you. It is so whimsical.

    Have fun!

    Leann

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  14. david mcmahonMay 2, 2009 at 6:42 AM

    I've got lots of pink roses in our garden at the moment, but with snow already, they won't last very long!!

    (Yes, I did say ``winter'' - I live in Australia!)

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  15. DruMay 2, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    I see cupcakes - Happy Pink Saturday and Welcome!

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  16. UnknownMay 2, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    That is absolutely adorable!
    If you are a blue lover, check out Blue Monday with Smiling Sal!

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  17. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMay 2, 2009 at 7:46 AM

    What a sweet dessert stand! Congrats on your award! Have a Happy Pink Day.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  18. KBeauMay 2, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    What a wonderful gift. So cute.

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  19. MaryMay 2, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    How adorable is that! Perfect for pink cupcakes. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  20. Suzie ButtonMay 2, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    I can see why you loved the metal work too! Very summer party festive! Happy Pink Saturday, Suzie

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  21. BetzieMay 2, 2009 at 7:56 AM

    That is one unique stand! Petite fours would look really pretty on it too. Perfect for PS!!

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  22. Just MeMay 2, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    Very cute! Think of all the cute "Pink" that you can put on it! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  23. ♥Mimi♥May 2, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Wonderful post for this l♥vely Pink Saturday. This is one morning of the week that I sit back, stroll from blog to blog and indulge myself surrounded by my favorite color.

    I wish you a blessed weekend filled with sunshine and surrounded by those you l♥ve.

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  24. Lori LynnMay 2, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    *´¨)
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    (¸.*´ (¸.*´* HAPPY PINK SATURDAY *

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  25. Jil~Say It With RosesMay 2, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    Welcome and Happy Pink Saturday!
    Love that darling pastry stand.
    Jil

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  26. suesuebMay 2, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    what a fun dessert stand-i love it! so different!! happy pink saturday! p.s. my favorite colors are blue, purple and green so sometimes it's hard to find pink in my house.

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  27. ClaudiaMay 2, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    Love your dessert stand - it is so whimsical! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  28. SueMay 2, 2009 at 10:12 AM

    So adorable....love it!!
    Happy Pinkness!
    Blessings~LillySue

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  29. carenMay 2, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    My sister has the same thing! Her daughter bought it for her in Atlanta! I think they are adorable! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  30. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    How pretty and fun your server is. Love those hovering bees. You could even cut out some pretty tea sandwiches with your cookie cutters and tuck in some curly parsley. The possibilities are endless. What a lovely gift.

    I hope you have a lovely weekend!

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  31. GlennisMay 2, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    That's very cute. It'll make a great impact at a spring party. Lucky you!! Have a great Pink Saturday.

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  32. debbieMay 2, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    DEAR SUSAN,
    WELCOME TO PINK SATURDAY AND I HOPE YOU COME BACK. I AM EVEN SURPRISED WHEN I LOOK AROUND THE AMOUNT OF PINK THINGS I HAVE.
    YOUR DESERT STAND IS VERY WHIMSICAL. I LOVE IT AND THE BUTTERFLY COOKIES WILL BE PRECIOUS ON THERE...THEY ALSO HAVE TULIP COOKIE CUTTERS AND THEY WOULD ALSO BE VERY CUTE.
    HUGS
    debbie

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  33. DeniseMay 2, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    I LOVE that, what a wonderful gift! Happy Pink Saturday!!!

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  34. BettyMay 2, 2009 at 12:33 PM

    OMGosh! I love it! I can so see it with butterfly cookies. How fun!! I think I need one. LOL
    Have a wonderful Pink Saturday!

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  35. ChandyMay 2, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    Lovely pink post today! That sure is a gem of a gift! Happy Saturday!

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  36. The Wrought Iron GateMay 2, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Wow! How cute is that. I can picture it with tons of pink frosted cupcakes....the umm...children would love it. YUUUMMM!

    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Kay

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  37. JeanneMay 2, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Lucky girl! I love your tiered metal stand. It is whimsy at it's best. Have fun with that butterfly cookie cutter and include some flowers too. Pink, of course.

    Hugs...Janne

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  38. JorgelinaMay 2, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    That is absolutely adorable!
    Happy pink saturday!!!

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  39. Gossamer CreationsMay 2, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    Beautiful stand, I have never seen one like it. It's always nice to serve or display on fun pieces.
    Happy Pink Saturday,
    ~Sue~

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  40. LorettaMay 2, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    What a neat item! Happy pink day!

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  41. DawnMay 2, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    That is so cute! Congrats on the award.

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  42. xinexMay 2, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    So pretty and unusual!...Christine

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  43. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMay 2, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    That server is so great! I've never seen anything like that. What a lovely gift. Congratulations on the award. laurie

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  44. RobinfromCAMay 2, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    What a darling dessert stand! Your butterfly cookies will look terrific there. I picture cupcakes on there someday as well - how could they miss?

    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Robin@Miscellaneous Thoughts

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  45. Marie ReedMay 3, 2009 at 4:01 AM

    What a perfect Mother's Day dessert stand! Pure eye candy! (now I'm craving cookies for breakfast:)

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  46. AnonymousMay 3, 2009 at 6:44 AM

    I love love love that dessert stand, it is so adorable! And with butterfly cookies too darn cute! thanks so much for stopping by and visiting my blog, hope you will be back! Have a great day! Sue

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  47. SmilingSallyMay 3, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    My favorite color is blue too. Come join in for Blue Monday.

    Meanwhile, Thanks for sharing. Happy Pink Saturday. Check out my book giveaways!

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  48. StaceyMay 3, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    Cute pinkies!! I love the little bugs on the dessert stand. :)

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  49. CharMay 3, 2009 at 1:14 PM

    They hit the nail on the head with that one, didn't they, Happy Pink Saturday, Char

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  50. vickieMay 3, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    How cute! Happy Pink Saturday! Thanks for sharing.

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  51. Light and VoicesMay 3, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    What a whimsical desert stand! How "cute" are those bugs? Just too cute! Happy belated Pink Saturday.
    Joyce M

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  52. RobinMay 3, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    Hi Susan.....
    I'm just popping in again to ask you to come by my blog. I have an award waiting for you. :-)

    Hope your weekend has been beautiful

    http://www.robinsbluenest.typepad.com

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  53. Vivienne @ the V SpotMay 3, 2009 at 4:18 PM

    That little stand is just about the cutest thing i've ever seen. Congrats on your award and thanks for coming by to visit me!
    :)

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  54. BettyMay 3, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    What a wonderful gift. The butterfly cookies will be perfect on the dessert stand.

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  55. Susan @ A Southern DaydreamerMay 3, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Running late this week visiting blogs....Hope you had a Happy Pink Saturday ~ Susan

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  56. Mermaids of the LakeMay 6, 2009 at 2:59 PM

    That is fabulous! Happy late Pink Saturday!

    Come visit us and enter our Birthday giveaway!

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