Thrifty Life Thursday #8 and Radiant Orchid

I have been working madly - though not posting much. 

It just happens that way sometimes when you decide to practically redo two or three rooms in your house in order to welcome spring - all because you were inspired one tiny sample pot of paint from Lowe's...

What? Radiant Orchid in my white, gray, neutral, no color allowed house? 

After spending almost two years painting everything in my path some shade of white or greige, am I suddenly changing camps and painting everything in living color again? 

Well, yes and no. I painted a lot more white stuff last weekend than radiant orchid, but I must say, I am pretty excited about using this color to punch up my neutral home. 

Here is a first look at one way I have used this yummy color...

Here is  a small painting - originally from a thrift store.

First, I added texture and painted it in neutrals. (See the before and neutral re-do HERE.)

A few days ago, I decided this would be a great way to add a pop of radiant orchid, so I tweaked it. You can do that with your own art. When I decide to change, I can tweak it again.
Here is another small piece - same story - on the same small gallery wall:

Here is the same wall as it looked last Friday...minus the pumpkins!

Here it is again with radiant violet tweaks, switching out metals for whites. EVERYTHING except the angel, the small white cross and the small mirror to the right of it was purchased at a thrift store. The tall skinny mirror was $3, the 4 was .50c, the two paintings were under .87c each, the cross was under $5 on half price at Hobby Lobby, the angel was $12 years ago on vacation in San Antonio, the large Frenchy mirror was way less than $5 - I bought it at a church garage sale where everything you can stick in a grocery bag costs $5. The small square mirror was purchased with a gift certificate from my work - so free. The whole gallery wall cost less than $30, including the sample pot of radiant orchid. 

Here are the amazingly fabulous features from Thrifty Life Thursday #7 last week!

Linda's kitchen revision is a thing of beauty! Not only are her details lovely, I do not think I have EVER seen so many clever ideas in one post...thanks, Linda! 

Hop over to Itsy Bits and Pieces and see for yourself!

Kimm and her husband puzzled this awesome hallway table out together, using found objects in a unique and whimsical way! OK, Kimm...Now I want one...and you will as well. 

Check it out at Reinvented.

If contrasting an elegant, vintage silver tray with an industrial cart coffee table makes your heart go pitter-patter, you're going to LOVE Susan's "Tray Chic" style! 

Must Love Junk is a must-see for anyone who likes cool vintage junk. (Bonus: she's one of the most courteous bloggers out there!)

If diamonds are a girl's best friend...vintage rhinestone brooches/ring box lids are certainly invited to the party! 

Patti and Paula have some of the most unusual, elegant collections of items I never knew existed, until I read about them at Ivy and Elephants. Bonus: Sometimes you even get a mini-history lesson! 

THRIFTY LIFE THURSDAY #8

Gathering Guidelines:

This is a gathering for people who enjoy hunting for treasures that have

 lived a former life elsewhere. Please share your pre-owned treasures only. 

Types of Posts to Share:

• Home decor, furniture, collectibles, garden items and even wearables are welcome. Please, no food items, new pieces from "real" stores, or crafts, unless made with upcycled thrifty finds.

• Hand-me-downs and curbside finds are welcome, as are items found in thrift stores, garage sales, antique shops, flea markets and other interesting places.
• Treasures may be listed as you found them, or with your updates, tweaks, and re-purposes; befores and afters are both welcome.

• Items need not be "vintage" but must be pre-owned.

• Posts including Etsy and other shop links are welcome! For visitor enjoyment, please link to your blog post, not directly to your Etsy shop. 

Etiquette:

• Though it is not a requirement, it would be lovely if you would follow Revisionary Life some way - via Blogger, Pinterest or Facebook or subscribe via email. Links are located in my sidebar on the right.

• Please link your post (not your blog address) back to Revisionary Life. 
• Please visit at least one other party friend.

• I'd love for you to comment and introduce yourself if we've never met before. :) Otherwise, don't feel obligated to leave a comment. 

Features:

• Featured items must meet the criteria above. 
• I will try to email you and let you know if you were featured!

Hebrews 10:24-25
24 And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, 25 not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.

Possibly Linking With:
Sunday
http://www.twiggstudios.com	Sunday Show-off Link Party
http://www.niftythriftythings.com/	Nifty Thrifty Sunday
Monday
http://modvintagelife.blogspot.com	Mod Mix Monday
http://westfurniturerevival.blogspot.com	Revival Monday
http://boogieboardcottage.blogspot.com/	Masterpiece Monday
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com	Make it Pretty Monday
Tuesday
http://www.knickoftimeinteriors.blogspot.com/	Vintage Inspiration Tuesday
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/	Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
http://www.cedarhill-ranch.com/	The Scoop
http://www.astrollthrulife.net/	Inspire Me Tuesday
http://cityfarmhouse.com/	Inspiration Exchange Linky Party
Wednesday
http://www.timewashed.com	Blissfully White Wednesday
http://savvysouthernstyle.net/	Wow Us Wednesday
http://www.notjustahousewife.net/	Show Me What Ya Got
http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/	What’s it Wednesday
http://lavendergardencottage.blogspot.com	Cottage Style Party
http://www.thethriftyhome.com/	Penny Pinching Party
Thursday
http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/	Under $100 Link Party
http://staceyembracingchange.com/	Creative Inspirations
http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/	Time Travel Thursday
http://www.jannolson.blogspot.com/	Share Your Cup Thursday
Friday
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/	Feathered Nest Friday
http://www.missmustardseed.blogspot.com/	Furniture Feature Friday
http://redoux.blogspot.com/	Friday Redoux Link Party
http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/	Frugal Friday
http://www.commonground-do.com/	Vintage Inspiration Friday
http://www.jenniferrizzo.com/ http://imnotatrophyywife.com	Fabulously Creative Friday
Saturday
http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/	Party Junk
http://too-much-time.com	Get Schooled Saturday
http://www.bedifferentactnormal.com/	Show and Tell Saturday

Thank you for visiting and looking or linking. :) 

-Revi