DIY ~ Make Your Own Valentine's Day Cards

Nothing is more personal than a handwritten note, so why should Valentine's Day be treated any differently? Show someone you care by making your own Valentine's Day cards. Get your construction paper, felt, scissors markers and glue... add some stickers, glitter, stamps, paint brushes and paint... and go to town! I promise you will have fun!Related: Love Birds on a Wire ~ a watercolor

Color Forecast for Spring 2011 : Etsy Finds

What is the color forecast for Spring 2011 you say? Bright and Bold, of course! Think Citrus colors with brilliant honeysuckle, fresh lime, and orange bursts...Etsy Finds: floral set of orbs, eco friendly soy wax candle in meadow green container, green and sterling silver earrings, spring tulips - vibrant original watercolor paintingRelated: Beautiful Home Living ~ Using Lemons for

Bright and Beautiful Art: Marissa Vogl

Meet Marissa Vogl... I am completely in awe of her beautiful paintings, confident and strong brush strokes, and her use of color. Marissa has that unique quality of bringing a feeling of happiness to those who view her work, and from my recent conversations with her, she is just as lovely in person. I could go on and on, but her paintings speak for themselves, so enjoy!"Seabrook Dunes""Modern

Annechovie's Sihouettes

We all love Annechovie's Anne HarwellAnd....Anne HarwellRecently posted on a new art series of hers.I thought they would catch on ....and create a whole new set of collectors.::Silhouettes:: Miss Harwell's silhouettes would look better than these.No?From what I am reading, Annechovie's very art in silhouetteis ' trending ' right now.Have you seen this recent post of Annechovie's?Do you know

Etsy Finds: Feeling Cozy with Blue

Feeling cozy with crochet, love signs, a warm cup of tea and a promise of Spring on the way! With the cold sleet and rain in the forecast, I say it's a perfect day tocuddle up and stay warm inside.Etsy finds: crocheted pouch, license plate card, Spring container garden painting,heart you mugs, crochet slippersMore Etsy Finds and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin *

Monday Inspiration - Turquoise and Orange

"Happy are the painters, for they shall not be lonely. Light and colour, peace and hope, will keep them company to the end of the day." Winston ChurchillTurquoise and Orange Splash - original watercolor art painting More bright paintings for your living room and home decor.To receive your free gift, please vote for the Homies 2011 {best design blog} today.Sign up for the BB&B quarterly newsletter

Thank You for the Mention

Jen, the author of Made By Girl was one of the first blogs I started reading a couple of years ago. I am happy to call her a friend and I was thrilled to be a part of her holiday series: One Gift. The gift I chose was the Pottery Barn Daily System - and can you believe that I received it from my husband? See it displayed in my home office below. I love it and it keeps me organized!Thank you

Etsy Finds : Affordable Valentine's Day gifts

What do you buy for your friends, family and loved ones on Valentine's Day? These gifts are not only affordable, but they will last longer than traditional flowers and candy...PINK - Illustration Art Print $16.00 Hearts and Flowers earrings $14.50"Love Birds" original watercolor painting, $38.00More Etsy Finds and More ways to follow BB&Bshop * facebook * twitter * bloglovin * tumblr

Take the Survey and Win $200

What do you love about Bright Bold and Beautiful? Is it the Monday Inspiration and Giveaways... the Tuesday Color Inspiration... Wednesday Bright Ideas.. or Thursday Etsy finds and Fashion updates? What about the Friday Beautiful Living posts and the new Bright Finds feature? Saturday is Best of the week and of course Sunday is saved for Entertainment and Celebrity posts...What are your top three

Decorating Ideas - How to Arrange Art on Your Walls

When a customer purchases one of my watercolor paintings, I often get asked the question, "How should I arrange the art on my wall?". Even though this is a very good question, there is no right or wrong answer. Some formal dining rooms call for symmetry, while modern living room spaces might entertain a mix matched collage. It simply is a matter of your personal taste. After all, people buy art

Color Inspiration: Pack a Punch with Lime

Pack a punch with the color Lime... Fresh, invigorating and full of zest! From art, interior design, and living room spaces, to paint colors, paper goods and fashion~ lime it up ~photos and links: green hydrangea watercolor painting, vinyl wall sticker decal, bunch of tulips handprinted lime green card, sleeveless sorenson dressRelated: Color Inspiration: Soft Yellow and GreyColor Inspiration:

Watercolors by Laura Trevey Giveaway

** Update: Shari, you won! Congrats **The last Monday Giveaway for 2010 is a $40.00 gift certificate towards the purchase of any item or items in my Etsy shop - Watercolors by Laura Trevey. {includes prints and original paintings} In addition to the giveaway, check out the 50% off SALE going on now ~ until December 31, 2010Please Read Instructions BelowBest selling watercolor print ~ Chesapeake

Cool Quotes on Canvas

Need a little inspiration for 2011? How about these Live Laugh Love art prints? Cool Quotes on Canvas offers bright and colorful illustrations for your home office or any room to provide inspiration throughout the New Year.Giclee prints on gallery wrapped canvas. Measurements are 17" by 24" by 1.50"Canvas is wrapped around a 1.50" wood frame with image or black wrap on the sides.What is a

Merry Christmas ~ Semi Annual 50% off SALE

Merry Christmas! As a thank you for your friendship and support this year, use Coupon Code BBBSALE at checkout for 50%off any purchase in my shop {limited time only}Purchase my best-selling 9" by 12" prints:Red Crab printBlue Crab printCaribbean Time printRed Lobster printFollow Bright Bold and Beautiful on Bloglovin' by January 31, 2011to enter for an original watercolor painting!Visit my Etsy

Watercolors by Laura Trevey Semi Annual 50% off SALE

As a thank you for your friendship and support this year, use Coupon Code BBBSALE at checkout for 50%off any purchase in my shop {limited time only}Purchase my best-selling 9" by 12" prints:Red Crab printBlue Crab printCaribbean Time printRed Lobster printFollow Bright Bold and Beautiful on Bloglovin' by January 31, 2011 to enter for an original watercolor painting!Visit my Etsy shop for more

Christmas Wishes ~ Best of Blogs

What an amazing year this has been! I have made so many wonderful relationships through the blogosphere, and want to thank you for that. I appreciate each and every comment you leave and wish you the very best this holiday season. Below are links from my fellow bloggers as well as some new friends I have recently made through blogging.I look forward to a wonderful 2011 with you guys...For the

Beach Chairs Watercolor Art Print

Beach Chairs, a 9 by 12 watercolor print from my original painting.{Watercolors by Laura Trevey}An example of Beach Chairs print framed.Purchase in my Etsy shop for $18.00Other compliments to this print:Red Crab printBlue Crab printCaribbean Time printRed Lobster printFollow Bright Bold and Beautiful on Bloglovin' by January 31, 2011 to enter for an original watercolor painting! Visit my Etsy

Color Inspiration: Honeysuckle Holiday

Fill this holiday season with the bold and cheerful color of Honeysuckle. Found in fashion, design, art, holiday decorations, and interiors... and even desserts!photos: lulus.com, house beautiful, marthastewart.com, apartment therapy, laura trevey watercolors on etsyrelated links: Casa Sugar - Goodbye Turquoise, Hello HoneysuckleHoneysuckle 2011 color of the Year on EtsyMore ways to follow BB&

Honeysuckle ~ Pantone 2011 Color of the Year

Stop the show! Pantone just announced Honeysuckle as the 2011 Color of the Year. As you can see in my watercolor paintings, it is one of my favorites. Here are some decorating ideas for your room when choosing Honeysuckle for your paint color.“In times of stress, we need something to lift our spirits. Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going – perfect to ward

Follow Bright Bold and Beautiful via Bloglovin

Follow Bright Bold and Beautiful with bloglovin to enter for a free original watercolor by Laura Trevey! The winner will be chosen from my Bloglovin followers on January 31st ~ Good Luck!