Where did the time go?!? As of this past weekend, I’ve been penning this blog for 5 years! Yet, it feels like just days ago that I felt the urge to join this online community and came up with the name, Pretty Pink Tulips.
What a privilege it has been to share my thoughts with you on how to live, give and entertain with style and grace. We all have a different version of what that means to us, so I’ve learned as much from your comments and feedback as you may have learned from me.
One of the most incredible aspects about blogging is the connections that you get to make with like-minded people who may live thousands of miles away. Some of those people, I’ve actually met in real life and am now fortunate to count as friends.
I’ve invited some of those people to celebrate this week with me by sharing their own photos of tulips, pink or otherwise.
If you’ve read my blog for a while, you’ll know I’m a huge fan of Ted Kennedy Watson, proprietor and owner of the most amazing gift shops, Watson Kennedy, located in Seattle, WA! In addition to being honored with the National Retail Excellence Award for Visual Merchandising, Ted recently had his first book, Style & Simplicity, published and is currently working on his second book!
Another friend who resides in Seattle (what is in the water there?!?), is my talented artist/illustrator friend, Jeanne McKay Hartmann, who pens the darling blog, I Dream Of! Jeanne left a career in fashion to pursue her dreams of being an artist full time and what a great move that has been! Jeanne’s style is beyond pretty….it captures movement and emotion…and brings things to life! Her art is….happy!
This year, Jeanne embarked upon a goal of illustrating something every day on her amazing instagram page and thus far she is on Illustration #98! Not only has it been inspiring to watch her stick with it, but it’s such a fun part of the day to see what might have caught her eye and thus found it’s way onto paper.
Below are some of Jeanne’s images….both photographs and illustrations! Thank you, Jeanne, for all the joy you create with your generosity and talent!!!!
images: Ted Kennedy Watson, Jeanne McKay Hartmann, Stacy Kunstel, photograph by Michael Partenio
Congratulations to you on 5 years, quite an accomplishment Elizabeth! Adore all of the stunning pictures above.
I love your blog and wouldn't miss it, it is just like a bunch of pretty pink tulips…..fresh and beautiful:)
Always enjoy your perspective, ideas and inspirations…keep it coming and keep on doing what you do so beautifully! Will send the pics later today. Congratulations:)
All just lovely and 5 years- WOW! I think a lunch in the City with the fun blogger group may be inorder soon! xo K
Happy Anniversary Elizabeth! I am so proud to count you as a great blog fiend over all these creative years together!! Love Ted by the way and the Dunes and Duchess team!
xoxo
Karena
The Arts by Karena
Artist Nathaniel Galka
Friend that is , Ha!! Need more coffee this morning!!
xoxo
Congratulations, my friend. And thank you for five beautiful years! How flattering to be in such good company here!
I cannot count how many times I've come away from your blog feeling inspired and happy, with the perfect idea for a great gift or a gesture of thanks or a new little something to make my next dinner party a bit more lovely. You have such a talent for finding the best things and people and serving them up to your readers.
Looking forward to much more inspiration and prettiness! Thanks for all you do! XOXO
Five years is an accomplishment, Elizabeth, and the blogging world has been blessed with so much beauty thanks to your posts! You should be proud of what you do…
xxoo
C + C
Elizabeth, Congratulations of 5 years of bringing your beauty, perspective and special talents to the world! I am so happy that I found you!
Congratulations!!! Your tag line is SO appropriate…your incredible ability for living a beautiful life, your willingness to give generously and your flair for entertaining, are just a few of the reasons I look forward to your blog posts (as well as value your friendship!)
Now, let's talk about all the beauty in this post! There is no way I will make it through the day without needing to stop and buy some pretty pink tulips! I am swooning of Ted's tulips and Jeanne's art and photos. Hugs to you, my dear!
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