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Decorative Plates: Add Some Personality to Your Walls
Homes with a very traditional, country-style décor need wall art that reflects that aesthetic. Modern portraits and plaques just don't fit in with gingham curtains and flowery upholstery, so a great option to enhance this farmhouse vibe is decorative plates. Made of wood or ceramic, these hand-painted little gems are true works of art that can add just the right touch to traditional country décor.
For people who prefer the rustic sensibilities of wood plates, the Primitive Wood Quilt Star Plate from the Hearthside Collection features a hand painted folk quilt star that is antiqued for an aged look. Designed by Kathy Graybill, this plate is available in a choice of assorted colors. It is made to sit on a plate stand but can be wall hung with a plate hanger. A Brass Plate Hanger with spring tension that is made to fit plates from 3 1/2" to 5 inches in diameter is a perfectly suitable option.
A larger decorative option with a similarly abstract design is the 12 Inch Painted Flower Quilt Pattern Plate. This large plate features a painted quilt scroll-like design in rich autumn colors of rust, pumpkin and beige. It can be wall hung if brackets are purchased or displayed on a plate stand. The Painted Flower Quilt Pattern Plate measures 12 inches in diameter.
Another beautiful choice with an earthier vibe to it is the Primitive Pineapple Painted Wood Plate. With its hand painted pineapple in the center, this plate works perfectly in a country styled kitchen, sporting a rather primitive fruit design. At 11 ½ inches in diameter, this larger plate is completely detailed and finished in earthy colors. It can be hung with a plate hanger or displayed on a stand.
In sticking with the nature theme, the Hearthside Collection Primitive Willow Tree with Stars Mini Bowl is a beautiful design by Donna White that is hand painted to look antiqued. It measures 2 ¾ inches by ¾ inches and must be displayed on a bowl stand.
If animal designs are more your style, you will love the Primitive americana "liberty" Sheep Mini Wooden Plate. This simple mini plate features an image of a primitive styled sheep and works perfectly with farmhouse décor. It can be hung by its attached jute hanger, displayed on a plate stand or used as a magnet. The Primitive Americana "Liberty" Sheep Mini Wooden Plate measures 4 inches in diameter.
Another beautiful animal motif plate is the Primitive Swan Mini Wooden Plate. This mini plate is 4 inches in diameter and features a primitive painted swan design. It is made with a jute hanger and magnet so it can be hung on a wall or refrigerator or displayed on a plate stand.
For walls that call for larger plate displays, hanging trays are a good option for mixing and matching a variety of shapes. People who favor inspirational words have two great options to choose from with either the Primitive "Faith Hope Love" tray or the Primitive "God Bless This House" Large Oval Wall Hanging Plate. The Faith tray is a primitive style painted oval plate that can be hung or displayed on a plate stand. It measures 15 ½ inches long by 5 inches wide by 1 ½ inches deep.
The God Bless This House Tray is a larger painted oval primitive design that also can be hung or displayed on a stand. It measures Size: 20-1/2 inches by 7-1/2 inches by 1-1/2 inches.
Folks who use decorative plates for seasonal décor have the option of some beautiful pieces that add an old world, rustic charm to their holiday decorations. Two classic winter plates are the Primitive Snowman with Star Mini Wooden Plate and the Dashing Through the Snow Winter Scene Plate. The Primitive Snowman with Star is a miniature wooden plate that is hand painted in seasonal colors. It can be hung from its jute hanger or by the attached mini magnet. It measures 4 inches in diameter.
For a more elaborate design and a larger piece, the Dashing Through the Snow Winter Scene Plate features a horse drawn sleigh going past a church with a steeple on a snowy evening. With the white church and snow set against the blue background of the night sky, this plate is an elegant addition to any home's winter décor. The Dashing Through the Snow plate measures 6 ¼ inches in diameter and can be hung with a plate bracket or displayed on a plate stand.Whether you favor decorative plates for just holiday decorations or as year round accents to your country-styled home, there is no better option for rustic-themed wall art. With primitive, hand painted designs or inspirational words, decorative plates add an old world charm to 21st century dwellings. Find your favorites now!
About the Author
Mike Smithy is a freelance writer who writes about home decorating ideas including the use of decorative plates.
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Follow The Urge To Splurge, Disney Style
Yes, yes. I know what you're thinking. "With this economy is she crazy to even suggest splurging at Walt Disney World? Well, yes. What's wrong with indulging yourself now and then? I'm certainly not proposing that you act on all of these ideas, but one or two on your next trip to Walt Disney World will add even more magic to your vacation plans. Here are my favorite extravagances:
Tour Like Royalty. When money is no object and you desire a personalized tour of the parks with no worries or cares, there's nothing better than a Disney VIP Tour. Priced from $175 per hour with a six-hour minimum, don't expect to move to the front of the line, but do expect plenty of help with the FASTPASS system, a customized itinerary, great seats for parades or live shows, and priority dining. For another $120 per day get private transportation to and from your resort with special back-gate entrance into the theme parks. For a super splurge choose the new Premium option beginning at $275 per hour which includes private transportation to and from the parks and more flexibility in obtaining FASTPASS which translates into automatic front-of-the-line access to the biggest attractions. Those with smaller budgets should consider outside VIP tour options with companies like Michael's VIPs, Suntastic Tours, and Elite Orlando VIP Tours whose prices begin at $100 per hour.
Spring for a Suite. I can think of nothing better than a sumptuous suite. The sense of luxury and indulgence, extra room to spread out, and concierge amenities that go along with it all add up to one perfect vacation. Suites at Walt Disney World come in all shapes and sizes, but nothing can beat Disney's signature suites like the Royal Assante Presidential Suite at the Animal Kingdom Lodge with its circular thatched ceiling and sweeping view of the resort's savanna. Or the turn-of-the-century style of the Boardwalk Inn's Steeplechase Suite with its unbelievable vista ofCrescentLake and Spaceship Earth.
Pamper Yourself. After a couple of park-filled days, you'll want to kick back a little. Try soothing your jangled nerves and tired body at one of Disney's spas. Immerse yourself in luxury with a feel-good treatment or two guaranteed to rejuvenate and swiftly get you back on your feet and ready for another long day of walking the parks. You'll find great spas at the Grand Floridian,Saratoga Springs, and the Walt Disney World Dolphin, each with its own signature treatment. For an East meets West approach and a luxurious setting, you can't go wrong with the Dolphin's Mandara Spa where tea is taken in a lovely hand-carvedMeruTemple garden, and a Balinese massage is one of many ways to indulge yourself. Or opt for a poolside massage in your own private cabana at the Grand Floridian Resort.
Dine in Style. Fine dining in a lovely setting combined with virtually flawless service set Victoria and Albert's apart. Tables are laid with Wedgwood china, Christofle silver, Frette linens, and Riedel crystal. A seasonal prix fixe menu includes six sumptuous courses that can be made truly exceptional with a wine pairing service (recommended!). Indulge in one exemplary dish after another, every morsel with its own distinct flavor, no one ingredient overwhelming another—food doubling as incredibly edible art. Those seeking a special evening should book the chef's table, set in a kitchen alcove and perfect for an up close, behind-the-scenes look at Disney's top chef in action.
Spoil Your Princess. The Grand Floridian's My Disney Girl's Perfectly Princess Tea Party is the ultimate treat for your special little princess. For a princely sum, young royalty and their parents meet with Princess Aurora during an elegant tea along with storytelling, sing-alongs, and a Grand Princess Parade through the resort's lobby. She'll leave with a My Disney Girl Princess Aurora doll, a sparkling tiara and bracelet, and – most important – the brightest smile you've ever seen.
Fire Up Your Evening. Depart from the docks of Disney's Yacht Club for a special viewing of Illuminations, or from the MagicKingdom resorts to see the Wishes fireworks display in your own private boat complete with driver and snacks. Anchoring at the perfect viewing spot facing theMagicKingdom or under theInternationalGatewayBridge at Epcot, settle in just minutes before the nighttime spectacular begins. There's nothing quite so magical as gazing upon the glistening water of Disney's best fireworks presentations. And to make your floating party genuinely special order a nice bottle of wine ahead from Private Dining.
For the ultimate splurge consider chartering the 52- foot Grand I Yacht with your own private butler, a perfect indulgence for pampered VIPguests. Your own captain and deckhand are included, but consider a sunset gourmet dinner onboard complete with private butler service followed by champagne while viewing the MagicKingdom's Wishes fireworks extravaganza.
Hit the Water. For true action head to the Contemporary Resort, where waterskiing, kneeboarding, wakeboarding, and tubing are a major pastime. Or consider a guided Personal Watercraft excursion onBayLake and the Seven Seas. There's nothing better than being out on the water in the gorgeousFlorida sunshine with Cinderella's Castle as the perfect backdrop.
So don't waste your urge to splurge on just any old thing. Think special and go for the magic, Walt Disney World style.
About the Author
Cara Goldsbury, is the author of The Luxury Guide to Walt Disney World® Resort, a guide book designed for travelers who desire to experience the Walt Disney World® Resort without sacrificing luxury and style.
With over 30 years of experience in the travel industry, and after innumerable visits to the Walt Disney World® Resort - where she has stayed at the most luxurious resorts, dined at the finest restaurants and been lavishly entertained in style - she is now considered an authority on Disney luxury travel.
She has appeared as a leading Disney expert on two Travel Channel specials, Disney Splurge! and Disney Royalty. She has also been cited numerous times in national news articles, in such notable publications as Forbes Traveler, as an expert on the Walt Disney World® Resort.
Cara has assembled a team consisting of only the best and most knowledgeable Disney travel specialists from around the country to create Glass Slipper Concierge. Glass Slipper Concierge originated from a desire to offer a client centric option to those who want an exceptional and unforgettable Disney vacation.
Much like the classic fairytale Cinderella in which Cinderella's prince tirelessly scoured the kingdom until he found the girl whose foot fit perfectly into the glass slipper, the travel specialists of Glass Slipper Concierge will work diligently to advise you on all aspects of your Disney vacation, down to the tiniest detail, until your vacation fits you perfectly.
Visit Cara at WDWLuxuryGuide.com or at GlassSlipperConcierge.com
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Singer 7468 Sewing Machine Review
The Singer 7468 sewing machine has the same stitches and features as the Confidence 7469 model and can often be found for a discount, making it a potentially great deal if you're looking for a new machine. The easy, computerized control panel and the large selection of sewing stitches are a match for those who want simple operation but lots of flexibility for making clothes, quilting or craft sewing.
Singer 7468 Stitch Patterns
With 100 built-in stitches, including 6 styles of 1 step buttonholes and an infinity length buttonhole stitch, you can manage a large variety of projects.
The selection of decorative stitches is outstanding for this price range. There are satin stitches like Crescent, Bead, Sphere, Steps, and Diamond and some of the most intricate hem stitches like Greek Key, Kite Tail, Criss-Cross and Vine.
There are even some fun "novelty" patterns like floral stitches and a puppy. They can be sewn continuously or just once to decorate a corner, the top of a pocket, or the edge of a project.
A pattern reference guide pulls out from the base of the machine for easy reference. Stitch selection and settings are made using push buttons around the LCD screen. There are 12 one-push buttons for the most utilized stitches to speed up project completion.
Singer 7468 Presser Feet
A total of 5 snap-on presser feet come with this machine. The presser foot lever has 3 height settings for down, up, and extra high up. Presser foot pressure is not adjustable.
- General Purpose foot
- Zipper foot
- Satin Stitch Foot
- Blind Stitch Foot
- Buttonhole Foot
Singer 7468 Sewing Machine Features
This sewing machine offers lots of nice features that focus on easy machine set up and some task automation for a fairly cheap price.
- Automatic needle threader
- Top loading drop-in bobbin
- Automatic bobbin winder
- Adjustable top thread tension with an "automatic" setting
Push button controls handle many sewing tasks:
- Stitch selection
- Twin needle control prevents selection of stitch patterns incompatible with a twin needle
- Needle Up/Down programming button
- Reverse button conveniently located above the needle arm
The Singer 7468 sewing machine uses the horizontal top thread delivery arrangement for smoother thread flow, however an auxiliary spool pin is included for over-sized thread spools. A drop feed dog lever lowers the feed dogs for darning, monogramming, free hand embroidery and free motion quilting.
The extension arm slips off of the machine allowing for free-arm sewing of circular projects like sleeves, cuffs, and hemming pants.
With the right needle, this machine will handle lightweight fabrics like chiffon and crepe as well as heavy weight fabrics such as duck, canvas, and denim.
A carry handle is built into the top of the sewing machine for easy transport, the bobbin cover is see-through, and a work light illuminates the needle plate.
A number of included accessories store inside the flatbed include extra needles, 4 extra bobbins, auxiliary spool pin, felt discs, spool caps, a combination seam ripper/brush and a screw driver.
One common complaint of those who purchase their first sewing machine is that they didn't buy enough functionality and, therefore, quickly outgrow their machine. The selection of stitches and presser feet provided with the Singer 7468 sewing machine will last a beginner for years.
See how the Singer 7468 stacks up to other sewing machines in its price range here: Singer 7468.
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You can compare sewing machines, learn how to find the best deal, and get in depth feature and product information here: Sewing Machine Reviews
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Animation Jobs - Animator Careers Explained
There are numerous different animator careers that budding young artists can go into, but the one common trait for most of the jobs in this field today is the use of computer technology. While there are still some animation jobs that rely on pencil and paper, they are becoming scarcer by the minute. Of course, you could always try your luck at becoming a cartoonist and getting books published, or even making it big with a newspaper comic strip, but if you want to work in film, television or advertising where most of the jobs are, you have to know computers.
Students have many opportunities to get the training they need for animator careers at colleges and universities since schools started developing animation course in the 1980s. Nowadays, the courses will include lessons on 2D and 3D animation, 3D modeling, 3D set construction, cell animation, character animation, computer graphics, drawing, film theory, interactive animation, multimedia, production processes, and sound and studio practice. Students must have some natural talents and skills to truly excel in these programs, as well as have the ability to keep up with the latest high-tech hardware and software that the schools will require.
After finishing school, there are many animation jobs that graduates can apply for all over the world. Studios such as The Moving Picture Company, DreamWorks, Framestore CFC, ESC Entertainment, and Mill & Aardman animations are leading the industry in film and television animation. These animation jobs require creativity and a high level of skill in drawing, as well as require an expert knowledge of computer graphics.
The key to making it in the most prestigious animator careers is getting a good education and networking with the right people in the animation industry. You must be able to prove your knowledge of the latest hardware, software and technologies and be able to use them to create realistic animation products. You must also be able to create backgrounds, lighting effects and other visual effects. And, of course, you must also be able to draw to get started. If you can't draw, you won't make it past the drawing board.
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Find top art schools which offer animation courses and programs in USA or Canada at ArtandDesignDegreesU.com. Choose perfect animation course for you and start your path to a right career.