My New Victoria Lee Jones Website!

"Every Art Has It's Story ... Every Story Has It's Victry."

I'm excited to announce that my new website VictoriaLeeJones.Com is up and running! My new website is where I will be displaying my latest Art and Gift Creations. It was fun designing my website and adding my personal touch. My husband was loving and so patient in teaching me the process. I learned so much from this experience. It was three months of labor of love. There were sleepless and late nights, but it was worth it! 

Come visit my website and check my latest items from my Marketplace at: VictoriaLeeJones.Com ❤

The Whimsical Nonostante Marras Shop!

If I ever go to Milan one of my first stop will be at the so whimsical Nonostante Marras Shop! I can't help but see myself renting this space for a Victorian party! I really don't understand why Barnes and Noble took all their comfy seats away? How much I miss seating on a comfy chair at that bookstore. But Italian's have it right! This fascinating and inviting concept shop was curated by fashion designer Antonio Marras.

This unique boutique has elements of this designer's fashion concept spread throughout his shop. If you ever seen Antonio's fashion show you will notice that the designer loves bold lines and colors. But on the other hand his design has also that Alice in Wonderland whimsical fantasy look to it.

Look Barnes and Noble comfy chairs! Very inviting. Me want to stay longer. The longer me stay the more books or magazines me want to take home.

Peeled wall paint. A great alternative to fresco walls!

Exposed ceiling beams adds that loft industrial feel. Again soft comfy chairs.

Rich red color against the white wall makes a fascinating contrast. Love the different mirrors!

I wish I could check the clothes rack! I could spot a few things that I would love to wear.

Gold and white is always so elegant!

Love the element of surprise.

Cute glass display. Great vintage pieces throughout the store!

The flowers are awesome! Great idea for a Spring wedding!

I'm totally inspired by this place!

Have I told you that Antonio's clothes designs are on my top list. When I see his fashion shows I get inspiration for my next shopping trip.

For more information on his boutique you may visit: http://www.nonostantemarras.it.

You can also visit Antonio's website to see his latest fashion shows and designs: http://www.antoniomarras.it/

The Archives: Finally I Graduated!

Don't you feel happy when you can accomplish something in life while traveling through the rough terrain? Sometimes the road can get pretty bumpy. And at times your feet might start hurting. You then feel tired and discouraged and just want to give up. Then you take a break. Get something to drink and you start again. Then after a while of walking in that rough road you start seeing the bees visiting the wild flowers.The journey because less stressful even enjoyable at times. And when you less expected you finally reached your goal. And then you start doing the happy dance!

I am doing the happy dance! And do you know why? Well, I was finally able to graduate!

You can find out more in the following video:

 And it sure feels good!






P.S. For more information on how to become an Interior Decorator visit: Ashworth College.


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The Archives: I am Determined to Graduate and Become an Interior Decorator!

Several years ago my dear sister paid for my interior decorating school. My sister had studied to become an interior decorator and she knew that I would also enjoy learning about decorating.

Studying about something that I love helped me to keep my mind busy and positive. Instead of dwelling with my own self pity emotional issues because of my physical limitations, I felt that I was able to feed the starving creative and emotional side of me. I felt whole again.

Almost six years have passed and I haven't graduated yet. So what happened? Why didn't I keep up with my studies like I have promised myself?

Although I was super motivated to finish my studies I still had to deal with life.Yes, there were times that I had rather watch an old movie, listen to some jazz, and even blogging instead of picking up my books. And also there were times I questioned if I was ever going to work as an interior decorator.

But then was I only enjoying learning about decorating only because I might one day get a job as a decorator? The answer was, no. Decorating makes me feel happy. It brings me much joy and a sense of satisfaction to be able to transform a simple room into a more sophisticated and inviting place. I have always loved art, architect, designs, and the wonders of nature. So would I stop learning about these things because I can't become a famous artist or world renown biologist one day?

This time I am determined to finish what I had started! I am going to finish my classes and graduate and become an Interior Decorator!

Anyhow I loved to continue talking and chit chatting with you all. But I have to go and hit those books again. In the meanwhile you can watch me in action as I get ready to start studying:






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The Archives: Post's from The RetroChic Corner website. Original Post Date: 03/29/11