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Anthropologie Shopping, Meeting Kendall Bradford, and Letting Go of “Perfect”

I am so excited to share my chance meeting with you about a special artist, Kendall Bradford ~ take a peek at the video below to hear all about it! And, now, have fun looking at all of Kendall’s beautiful creations! Whenever I’m in Alexandria, Virginia I just have to stop in Anthropologie to have...

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  • Ann Marie

    Oh sweetness, I could listen to your stories for days! Personally I think she was lucky to run into you …. I wish I was that lucky! Beautiful work, I can only imagine what it looked like in real person. Great blog!!! xoxoxoxo love you!ReplyCancel

    • amteatime

      Aww, Thank you so much for such a beautiful comment, AnnMarie!! It means so much to me…your sweet thoughts!! They always make me smile!! The creations were just so pretty and unique…so happy I got to see them and meet Kendall. Oh, what fun it would be for us to see each other in “real time”!! One day, girlie!! Love you, too, sweet friend!! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Retta

    So cool! Amazing to find such unique creativity.ReplyCancel

    • amteatime

      Yes, Retta…it was such fun to see such beautiful artwork and such a treat to meet the artist! Happy you enjoyed seeing it, too! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • so sweet! LOVE all of the animals and your adorable video too.

    xoxo julietteReplyCancel

    • amteatime

      Thank you so much for your sweet comment, Juliette!! I knew you would love seeing these beautiful owls!! 🙂 So happy to hear you enjoyed the video!! Hugs!!ReplyCancel

  • oh it’s great to hear your vpice again! I LOVE Anthropologie, we have one in Regents Street now in London and I was dragging my friends their when it ws first open, i just kept saying to them, it’s such a COOL store, the displays are beautiful! They thought i was odd, but agreed of course once they saw it 🙂
    I’m about to write the long overdue post about our tea time in London! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Paty Shaulis

    Great blog entry Ann-Margaret! I agree with AnnMarie, anyone is lucky to run into you. You did a great job with the pictures, especially considering you took them with your phone. She is a very creative lady as well, beautiful owls. I wonder what the windows look like here in our Anthropologie. Must check them out! Thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Oh those creations are amazing…I espeacially love the fox and the rabbit.

    What lucky fate followed you that day, I love it:DReplyCancel

The Joy of a Smile and a Christmas Surprise

There is nothing better than being out and about during Christmastime and finding smiling faces in the hustle and bustle of shopping and enjoying Christmas activities.  It’s amazing the difference a SMILE can make; it really is quite therapeutic!  This time of year is often filled with people scurrying here and there trying to check...

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  • oooo yey i want to win this!! I would choose the personalised address labels 🙂 I’m now off to blog about the giveaway for you 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Ivette Padilla

    Woo Hoo….. I would choose a pendant with this years Family Christmas card pic on it…..:) Or maybe a coffee mug with the pic….. oh no too much to choose from….. LOLReplyCancel

  • Sarah Robinson

    Oh, I’d definitely choose one of Audrey’s Gems Square Pendants “A” (So cute!) or a sampling of some of your teas (So yummy!).ReplyCancel

  • Ann Margaret, you are such a precious person. Mmmmmkay…..I would definitely get a belt buckle or one of your cute pendants! So much fun stuff!!!ReplyCancel

  • i do like the sterling sliver bar necklaceReplyCancel

  • get your newsletterReplyCancel

  • Christy Keyton

    I shared it on facebook. Merry Christmas, Ann Margaret!ReplyCancel

  • Christy Keyton

    I think I would pick the “girl can never have too many teacups” pendant. So true!!!ReplyCancel

  • Christy Keyton

    I have signed up for your newsletter!ReplyCancel

  • Hi Ann-Margaret – I like so many things but my favorite is the Dynamic Duo Necklace http://www.ann-margarets.com/shopping/dynamic_duo_pendants/page_1.aspxReplyCancel

  • Gwen

    I would have a hard time choosing but if I must it would probably be the signature scroll monogram pendant. This Southern Gal cannot get enough of monograms! Thanks for the opportunity to win in such as fun and creative giveaway. Merry Christmas to you and yours. BTW, if I were to be so lucky to win you could drop it by on your way to visit family. I would love to see you.ÜReplyCancel

  • Pam Garrett

    It would definately be TEA!!! You have the best tea anywhere! I tell everyone I can about your tea, and encourage them to try it! It is absolutely delicious!! (I also like your Scroll Monogram Pendant)!ReplyCancel

  • Jacqueline Byrd

    So many beautiful things to choose from!!! I would choose something with a bird on it – I am a “bird” person!!ReplyCancel

  • Stephanie Deaton

    I would love a belt buckle–any of them!ReplyCancel

  • Liv Wilson

    I would choose something similar to what I saw you wearing the other day! I am thinking this – “Night at the Opera” Cross Pendant.ReplyCancel

  • Liv Wilson

    I tweated. @_belleannounces

    LOVE YOUR SHOPPE!ReplyCancel

  • Liv Wilson

    I posted the giveaway on my Facebook page!ReplyCancel

  • Natalie Lambert

    I would LOVE a Sassy Belt Buckle for my Sassy Self!!!:)ReplyCancel

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  • Liv Wilson

    I am now signed up for your newsletter! Look forward to seeing what 2012 brings!ReplyCancel

  • Brent

    I would pick “Kay’s Charm” Pendant for my wife.ReplyCancel

  • Brent

    I shared your giveaway on Facebook.ReplyCancel

  • Christy Bennett

    I love the belt buckles too…or perhaps Id spend $50 on devon cream amd a spoon! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Marie Wilkins

    I’m not sure what i would pick, I’mo far behind with your shop, but some to do with tea. MarieReplyCancel

  • Carla west

    Hey, it’s Carla:)) I would get the personalized labels or one of those cute coffee mugs:)) I am going to sign up for your newsletter and Facebook:)) thanks! P.s. we miss your scones!!ReplyCancel

  • Lillian west

    Hey! It’s Carla’s daughter Lillian!! I wanted to enter the contest and if I won, I would want one of your cute pendants!! I am also sharing this on Facebook and signing up for your newsletter!!ReplyCancel

  • courtney

    Merry Christmas!I got your newsletter email.ReplyCancel

  • courtney

    I would love to have one of the sterling chains or bracelets!ReplyCancel

  • Jennifer Brumley

    Your stuff is soooo pretty! If I won, I would choose a bracelet and pendant! Gorgeous!

    Jennifer BrumleyReplyCancel

  • Lissa Jordin

    Hi AM! I would love to have a bracelet I could give to my baby girl Sammy because she loves jewelry. Merry Christmas!ReplyCancel

  • Jennifer Brumley

    Posted on facebook! 🙂

    Jennifer BrumleyReplyCancel

  • Jennifer Brumley

    Signed up for your newsletter! 🙂

    Jennifer BrumleyReplyCancel

  • Hello Ann Margaret…I know I’m too late for your give away, but wanted to stop by and say hello. What a beautiful blog post with the perfect seagull pictures to accompany your words. Something as small as a smile really can make a difference. You’re right, sometimes it can seem so rare, so it makes those unexpected smiles even that much sweeter. Merry Christmas to you and your family!ReplyCancel

  • ann margaret, you should write a book. i am sending your website to my girls anna and rebecca. wish u had your tea roon near dothan. miss seeing u and tasting your delic luncheons, tea and shopping for xmas with u. i remember one year i must have bought 12 of one item for my friends, wish i could remember what it was. will u ever reopen your tea room? i certainly hope so. you and the scones were yummy and desserts. i loved the queens tea…remember our lunch group came to lunch for the queen tea. u are so cute and your dog is precious. love, your friend barbaraReplyCancel

  • Jenn

    You are doing such a good thing here! I’m so proud of you and Tucker(wink)! I didn’t comment to win anything, but all of your work is beautiful.ReplyCancel

A Visit to HomeGoods and Decorating with a Beachy Theme

I LOVE HomeGoods!!! What about you??  I used to love going in for a little dose of retail therapy when I lived in Alexandria, Virginia because we had an awesome HomeGoods close to our house…maybe a little too close! Honestly, when we moved from Virginia that is one of the stores I knew I would ...

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  • I love HomeGoods too, and they have the greatest lamps!!!! I’m planning on redoing my humble abode – taking down wallpaper and painting. I’m super excited.

    I love your table and all the beachy fun!

    ~ChrissyReplyCancel

  • amteatime

    Chrissy, I’m with you…the lamp section is one of my favorite spots to check out! So many unique ones!! I can’t wait to see what you do in your home…I love the colors you are thinking of using. Thank you…we got that table when we lived in Germany, and it has always been a favorite of mine. I had such fun giving it a beachy makeover when we moved here. 🙂ReplyCancel

Sweet Address Labels ~ Dress up that Snail Mail!

Well, of course, I am all about dressing up my mail so I had the best time working on these for a customer.  She requested a cute cake, and I don’t think a cake can get any cuter than this!  I just added these whimsical address labels to the shoppe and think I definitely need...

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  • loving those labels!!ReplyCancel

    • amteatime

      Thank you so much, Claire!! So happy to hear you like these ~ I love them, too! Working on more designs so stay tuned! 🙂 Hope things are going good with you! Hugs, sweet friend!!ReplyCancel

Tuesdays with Tucker™ {the Westie}…There’s a New Kid on the Facebook Block

Well, now you do!! 🙂  Yep, it’s the truth!!  I really couldn’t go any longer without being “in the know” like all of you!  I mean, isn’t this what I need to keep up with things…ah, well, I mean for you sweet peeps to be able to keep up with me a little better???  I’m...

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  • Tucker, you’re adorable. I’m definitely a fan of your facebook page now. 🙂ReplyCancel

    • amteatime

      Awww….Lindsay, you know how to make me SMILE!! 🙂 Thank you so much for becoming a fan!! Big hugs to you, Murphy, and Duke! 🙂 **My mom is working on an email to you!! 🙂ReplyCancel

Ann~Margaret

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