“Begin doing what you want to do now. We are not living in eternity. We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand - and melting like a snowflake.”
- Francis Bacon

Friday, June 12, 2009

♫I feel pretty, oh, so pretty, oh, so pretty and witty and wise...♫

Thinking about Beverly's PINK SATURDAY on Friday afternoon, my thoughts wandered up to my master bath which, of course, has oodles of pink all over the place! So, today I'm sharing with you some of the goodies I use to make me feel pretty and girlie and all squeaky clean!
Before I traveled up the stairs, I snapped a photo of the little brush I keep in my kitchen to scrub the dirt off my hands and from under my nails when I come in from gardening. Yes, I know, I should wear gloves, but there's just something about digging in the cool dirt with my hands that makes me feel like I'm really gardening
I ♥ my pink back brush. I found this, of all places, at the Dollar Store! Boy, do I ever ♥ things that only cost a dollar, especially with the price everything else on the rise.
I painted an old yard sale napkin holder from the '70s white, added a couple of pink rosebuds on the feet and then popped in some pink face cloths. Another repurposed, reused and recycled item in my home. Bottles, cans and paper aren't the only things that we can save from a landfill!
What bath worth it's scented sea salt would be complete without a pink rubber duckie? My mother died as a result of breast cancer metastasizing throughout her body. I support breast cancer research entirely and completely. Have YOU had your yearly exam?
These cutie pies have nothing to do with my master bath, but I really enjoy a bargain, especially when I feel like I'm getting it for just about nothing. I was able to nab these full spools of laces and ribbons marked down to only 50 cents each at my local Walmart. I bought several other pastel colors but they weren't pink so they didn't get to meet you today. What will I do with these? Well, you met my grand-daughter, Rachel, last week which should give you a little hint. These will be used to embellish the doll clothes I will be making for her Christmas gift this year!

Remember, if pink is your passion, pop on over to Beverly's HOW SWEET THE SOUND. You'll find dozens of us pink gals sharing sweet, pink goodies with you this week. Ain't life grand?

60 comments:

RobinfromCA said...

Fun pinks this week! Love all the girly stuff in your bathroom. And the answer is YES! I get my exam every year!

Happy Pink Saturday!
Robin@Miscellaneous Thoughts

Four Paws and Co said...

Great pinkies today Mimi! Great idea for the napkin holder's new life too. ☺

Are you fertilizing your hydrangeas? Your spring was much later than mine, maybe that made a difference.

Rue said...

Hi Mimi :)

What adorable pinkness! I am in love with your napkin holder turned face cloth holder :)

Have a great weekend!

rue

Marsha @ Tattered Chick said...

Happy Pink Saturday! Love your pink bath goodies and what a find at Wal-Mart! Yep, I sure did, just had mine a couple of weeks ago. I had a callback two years ago but thankfully turned out well. Mini hugs :) Marsha

Beatrice, Bea, Bibi--That's me! said...

I love your pictures! Happy Pink Saturday and thanks for stopping by my blog too!
Bea

AK said...

Hi Mimi! You always leave me such nice comments! Have a great pink saturday, today it`s summer here in Norway! Hugs from AK

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

happy pink saturday! love your pink rubber ducky.. i dont think i will go out of the bathroom when it is pretty as this! hehehehehe

Charlene said...

Thank you for popping by to visit me for Pink Saturday! Sounds like the cup of tea & blogging is a sure cure for cloudy days. We had bad thunder storms here in Texas last night but, today is sunny & HUMMID!!!!!! Thanks for mentioning the Breast Cancer & did you do your exam today. If you want to help some more... go to my site & on the side bar is a pink rose photo... click on it & it will take you to a site for breast cancer. When people click on it the site donates for free mamograms. Feel free to use the photo & the link to help spread the word. As a survivor I try to get the word out in every way I can but, don't dwell on it. Just try to get others to be AWARE & pro-active! Have a great day.

Eclectic Chic Style said...

Love all your pink girly girl stuff!! Doesn't it just make you want to stay in a pink bubble bath? LOL!! Love your visit Mimi and love love love visiting!
Happy Pink Saturday to you!
♥ Teresa

Shirley said...

Lovely selections. I love what you did with the napkin holder. Especially the tiny rosebuds on the feet. Happy PS!

Gabriela said...

Happy Pink Saturday!

Love these pink ribbons.



~ Gabriela ~

Betzie said...

Great PINK POST! Love your bathroom accessories! Enjoy your ribbons....will love seeing what you do with them Mimi! xo

Char said...

Oh Mimi, I just have to say that I love a girlie post. Every bath needs a rubber duckie don't you think, beautiful today, Happy Pink Saturday, Char

Abby Lanes said...

What a lovely pink entry. You are so creative. I love that face cloth stand! Also, I did have my exam this year. What a terrible disease and so sorry to hear that's how you lost your mother. Hugs!
~Abby

Anonymous said...

Oh Mimi you never seem to ran out of pinks in your home. Hands down you really are a pink girl - - - woman :-)

Happy Pink Saturday!

Li

KBeau said...

I like digging in the dirt with my bare hands, too. That's why I never get a manicure--well maybe for special occasions. Gloves just make my hands sweat. Love all of your pink stuff.

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Lovely pinks today, Mimi! I have never seen such a sweet little pink rubber duckie before. He's adorable! Happy Pink Saturday.

Blessings,
Sandi

Terri said...

Cute pink things in your bathroom. I especially like the pink ribbon. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I hope you have a great pink Saturday.

SmilingSally said...

What a bargain those spools were! I love the little Now-washcloth holder with the pink roses. Happy Pink Saturday.

Anonymous said...

such a sweet pink post. Happy PS Mimi...xo Lynn

Betty said...

What a fun post Mimi! And also a nice reminder for all of us over 40. I had my annual boobie smash yesterday. Happy Pink Saturday!

Claudia said...

Love all your pinks, especially the rubber duckie and the washcloth stand! Happy Pink Saturday!

Tara said...

Those ribbons are all frilly beautiful. Happy Pink Day and have a loveleigh weekend!

imjacobsmom said...

I see future pink endeavors with all of that ribbons and laces. Thanks for sharing you pretty pink bathroom including your little Pink duckie! Happy Pink Saturday! ~ Robyn

Vicki ~ FL said...

Mimi, what a fun blog for today. I've never seen a pink rubber ducky!

Thanks for visiting my blog and good luck with the photos next time it rains. I did use a tripod which helped give me more protection and stability since I was holding an umbrella LOL.

Nice music too!

Bobbi Jo Nichols said...

Mimi Happy Pink Saturday! What fun and clean pinks. The ribbon is gorgeous too!
Wishing you a wonderful weekend.
Hugs, Bobbi Jo

Jorgelina said...

Love these pink ribbons.
Happy Pink Saturday!
hugs

stefanie said...

happy pink saturday, thanks for sharing!!! have a wonderful weekend.

~*~Magpie's Nest said...

Fantastic Pink Post! You are very creative, your napkin holder/washcloth holder is brilliant!

~*Happy Pink Saturday*~

~*~ Patty

Marina Capano said...

Hi what a cute pink post! What fun and clean pinks.

Happy Pink Saturday!

xoxo

Lisa said...

Oh no I missed the ribbon at wal-mart how great!
You pinks in your bathroom are just lovely!!
Hugs, Lisa

Rebecca said...

Nothing to get you in the girly mood more than wonderful pink goodness! Loved your post. Thanks for stopping by!

Happy Pink Saturday!

Hugs and Blessings,
Rebecca

Jenny said...

I am only 33 and get checked every six months as my mom is battling breast cancer right now!!

Anonymous said...

Love your pinks! And, looooove the yummy Mile High Strawberries in Cram French Toast, too! Thanks for stopping by for a visit! Pink Hugs!

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Nothing is better than pink frou-frou girliness!!

Happy PS!

Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

caren said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog! I love the napkin holder - what a great idea!

Unknown said...

Hello Ms. Mimi,

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog for my first Pink Saturday post. What a pleasure to come visit you here in this lovely space of yours. I see luxury and home spa in your beautiful pink goodies today. Thank you for reminding us of the simple pleasures of girlhood. <-- (Do we artists ever really grow up? tee hee ;)

HApPy PiNk SaTuRdaY to you!

Cheers! =D
~Kitty Kellie
The Artful Paper Doll.blogspot.com

kayellen said...

happy pink saturday!

Love all thse pretty ribbons:)

have a blessed weekend,

kayellen

Nancy said...

Pink makes everything more pleasant!

Have a wonderful Saturday. xoxo Nancy

Anonymous said...

Thank You Happy Pink Saturday!
Beautiful blog and pinkies!

Susie Jefferson said...

LOVE that ribbon! What a find - Happy Pink Saturday, Mimi.

Marie De Marco said...

i love all the pink keep it "green" means using pink somewhere in the color redesign...most of my redesigns end up with pink somewhere in them.
thanks
marie

Mrs. Katie Picciottoli said...

Thanks for commenting on my blog! I had a great time checking out your blogs and I can't wait to try out your Rhubarb and Raspberry Pie recipe - rhubarb season and raspberry season are waaay too short aren't they?

Have a great Pink Saturday!

Mary said...

What great pinks but my favorite is the repurposed napkin holder, that is brilliant!! Happy Pink Saturday...I'm off to check out your french toast recipe. Mary

Susan @ A Southern Daydreamer said...

pretty pinks in your bathroom! Happy Pink Saturday ~ I hope you have a great weekend ~ Susan

Anonymous said...

I'm stopping by to say hello, and Happy Pink Saturday. I love your pinkies, how perfect for today.

TY for stopping by today - I love company.
xJ
MaidenShade.wordpress.com
DeStash.me
MaidenShade.com

Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiques said...

What a great deal at walmart! Great repurpose job on the washcloth holder. Sweet!

That shabby Pink Girl said...

Hi Friend
well , you know I just love looking at your Blog, It makes me feel good! and yes I make your recipes, so yummy, I'm tempted to take the credit for them, but I don't, I do tell my family where I got the goodies. Have a great Pink Saturday!, I'm off to make Tempura Halibut, fresh caught by my son and tempura shimp~~frozen~`It's all good.
Hugs
marian elizabeth

Unknown said...

love those ribbons, Mimi!

alicesg said...

Ooo lots of pink there. Love those pink ribbons too. Happy Pink Saturday.

Shopgirl said...

I just love all your pink. I was looking around my house and mostly I have peach and cranberry with brown.My kitchen is Barn Red, I love it. No pink...
Thank you for coming by, I had been thinking about writing some-
things down. I thought if nothing else it would clear my head.
Please do return. I am glad you are thinking about doing the same.
Not all of my postings will be sad.
Big Hugs, Mary

Claudia said...

Taking everyday wonderful pinks and show casing them as you have shows simply that you have the "eye". Lovely post and blog.

I will definately be back!!

TTFN~~Claudia

Michelle said...

Love the pink accessories for the bath...love the rubber duckie in pink...thank you for your sweet coments on my post...happy PS to you have a great weekend.

Simply Debbie said...

HAPPY PINK SATURDAY MIMI,
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR VISITING MY BLOG.
I SURE LOVE THE PINK RUBBER DUCKIE. I am so very sorry your mother died of breast cancer.
I too, cannot and will not wear gloves when I am working in the garden...I love the feel of the dirt, also.
I hope the sunshine came out for you.
blessings
hugs
debbie

Anonymous said...

Mimi, You have always fantastic pinkies to share. Love the way you show them. Have a very nice week. :o)

Nancy said...

Happy Pink Saturday! Lovely trims.

bj said...

I love all your pretty pinks..
especially how you present them.
xo bj

Pony Girl said...

I love your pink finds!! I need a nail brush...I use one at my sister's after I've been working with my horse and it works so well. I love the wash cloth holder, you are so creative! I wanted pink towels for the longest time...I saw them in Rachel Ashwell's shabby chic book and they looked so dreamy! I hope you had a happy weekend!

Sonia said...

Pretty pink. And what a bargain on those spools!! They are pretty trims too...
Sonia

Anonymous said...

Love all your pink treasures...Happy Belated Pink..Katherinellen