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Friday, July 17, 2009

Pink Saturday: Fun In The Bath...



Today, is Pink Saturday at my sweet friend Beverly's blog, How Sweet The Sound, and I always have a lot of fun today with the pinkies. Speaking of which, I hope my pinky friend Gina at Purdy Wallcovering had fun on her birthday this Friday. You meet the nicest people here on Pink Saturday, and Gina is one of those sweethearts! Happy Birthday, Gina! :-)



I'm a big believer in having fun in at least one room in your house, and in this case, it's the bathroom. Apparently, Patrick and Sponge Bob agree...



This bathroom was painted (pale green and light blue with whimsical stencils in a darker blue) by a previous owner for her young son, and I left it that way for the time being, particularly since we have several young Munchkins who visit us from time to time and two young-at-heart "oldsters" who live here. Note, the colors are off due to my inability to shoot indoors! ;-)


But in terms of pink, if you look in this bag... hey, go ahead and be nosey! ;-)...



You'll spot something rather bright with color, particularly pinks...



And it certainly is wiggly and jiggly and downright zig-zaggedy...



Apparently, the fish are curious, too...



It's drawing a bit of a crowd. Well, don't be shy, pull it out and see for yourself...



Eureka! It's a hand towel I found at TJ Maxx last summer, and it's definitely not shy about color or design (which I'm sure the lighting in these pictures is helping to make EVEN brighter)...



And here's its friend, who's a wee bit tamer in a stripe. Just a wee bit. ;-) They have similar towels this summer at Marshall's and the Maxx. I'd say they whisper summer, but they are actually shouting for joy in their bright watermelon pink garb...



And here's the bath towel, donning bubbles (okay, polka dots) in pink and other colors...



Also last summer, I found some cute little washcloths that had polka dots in these same bright colors to match the hand and bath towels...



And I can't resist a bright melamine tray. You can use these types of trays for a party on the patio or for a towel party in the bath...



This rattan sunburst seems to like his bright little friends...



And he agrees with me that the lights are not our friends in these pictures (even Mr. Magpie says the color looks weird in these shots, kind of brownish)...



Mr. Turtle doesn't seem to mind as he's just chilling on his shell, with his RayBans protecting his peepers...



[Note to Shelia: My finger is in that picture, but I guess that doesn't qualify me as a Bathroom Diva quite yet, does it???]

Let's go to where the light is better, where there's lots of natural light. Right through this door is the other part of the bath which...



Oops! Excuse me, madam! I didn't realize this part was occupied!



We'll have to tour this at a later date. In the mean time, please join Beverly and all of the other pinkies by clicking here. Thanks so much for visiting me on this beautiful Pink Saturday. I look forward to visiting you, too! :-)



And here's hoping you are in the pink, now and always...

Warmly,


Mrs. Magpie (Sheila)

P.S. Want to see something else pink and fun? If you haven't seen it, check out the shrimp plants in the post below! :-)

85 comments:

Darlene said...

What a fun and whimsical bathroom....too CUTE! I absolutely LOVE those bright towels and it looks like everyone else does too!!!! Have a great weekend Mrs. Magpie!!!!!!!♥

akawest said...

How lucky to inherit a bathroom that is adorable. Mr. Monkey made me cackle like a mad woman. In almost every one of your posts, you have an image that strikes me as funny, leaving me in giggles.

Happy Birthday to Gina. I hope she has a wonderful birthday, complete with a cake as yummy looking as the picture.

Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas said...

How fun! I love the polka dots! So summery feeling!

Tell Mr.Money excuuuuuse me....

Have a great weekend!

Lou Cinda

Eileen said...

Sheila, this was adorable and I love your fish motif bathroom! It's sweet, especially with the kiddies coming over! I love it!
And I love the way you tell a story!

I have that same blue polka dot print as your bath towel, only mine is a gigantic round beach towel, it comes in handy for the pool!

Great post! And a very Happy Birthday to your friend Gina!

SmilingSally said...

LOL You are a blast! The munchkins must love to visit your bathroom.

At first I was feeling so badly that you had posted, and I had ignored you almost a whole week, and then, I looked at the date. I must say Blogland People do not know HOW to look at a calendar and tell the day. It's not yet Pink Saturday; it's another Color Firday!

NicNacManiac said...

Oh my gosh....you've got me laughing out loud here!! You are adorable. The towels look so cute and absorbant.
Your posts are too fun...
Have a fabulous evening and Happy Pink Saturday!!
Hugs xOxO, Nerina :)

Sandra said...

What a fun bathroom! I bet the kiddos have tons of fun there! Thank you for sharing with us.
Blessings,
Sandra

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

Sheila,
What a darling post! I love your bright and colorful bath, how fun for kids and adults too! You even make a bath towel into an interesting and delightful post! Have a wonderful week-end!! Hugs, Cindy

Anonymous said...

I wish I had your pep and spunk my friend. I barely get Friday posted, and I see it is Saturday already! Never mind, we share a love of color and this bathroom is A1 in my book. Mr Turtle is so cute in this fishy bathroom and look how the melamine tray just fits right in with those pretty towels... I guess I am just an old kid because I love it all!

XO
Sue.

April said...

I'm lovin' your fun bathroom, Sheila! I might go in there and NEVER come out! :) Have a wonderful weekend!

Blondie's Journal said...

Oh goodness Sheila, you are getting flack for posting for Saturday and I already did Monday!! I better duck!!

I think it is so cute that you left the bathroom the same, little duckies and all!! Bathrooms are where you can do ANYTHING you want, decor wise. Of course, you would not do this type of stencil in your bedroom or kitchen...then again I haven't seen your bedroom or kitchen...

I have been seeing these bright colored towels and such and my heart is so divided!! I am supposed to be a pastel girl!! Cabbage Roses and pretty creams. And you and Maxx and everyone are out to corrupt me!! Okay... I surrender!! I love these bright colors!!

I love your Pink Saturday post for what it was intended, but really, I loved getting a peek at the Magpie family bath!! ;-)

xoxo
Janie

Anonymous said...

Oh, Dear Sheilaness! This is so cute! Love those little brightly colored towels. Your walls with the stenciling are adorable! I would come to this bathroom a lot, I'm sure of it.
Oh, you little stinker! Only a finger! Now come on, snap that beautiful face for me! I'll be waiting.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

Anonymous said...

I enjoyed the previous tours of your bathrooms and the different themes. This one is as equally fun! And yes, both the young and young at hearts will like it. It it weird? To enjoy a bathroom so much? LOL But it can't be helped!

Love those polka dot towels. Maybe I'll just have them hanging for display :-)

(oh Sheila, no pink post for me today. Just visiting and giving me a dose of some pinks :-) )

Mizpah,
Li

Beth at Aunties said...

I LOVED seeing the beautiful shrimp plants! I hadn't ever seen them before. Thanks for sharing.

You would think I would have a bathroom full of fun and whismy like you do for all our little visitors... I guess we just need to become younger in heart and move to beautiful Florida. The music was perfect and I also LOVED the bright and 'happy' towels.:-)

Enjoy your weekend! We are off traveling to yet another nephew's wedding! :) The last one for a while!

Hugs, Beth~♥

Unknown said...

Hi Sheila!

You have such fun and colorful towels!

Thank you for entering my giveaway! Good luck to you! I appreciate your sweet comment and the fact that you shared that your sister tats!

Do come back and visit again!
((Hugs)),
TattingChic

Regina said...

Nice one!
Happy PS.
Regina

Anonymous said...

Cute post.....love the towels. Happy Pink Saturday.
~SUE~

ItaJeff said...

It's fun..i love the polka dots..
Happy PS

Lots of luv,
Ita

Linda said...

What a fun post, Sheila! I kind of got side tracked on my way down it by the photo of your "American Girls" and their babies in the sidebar..they are the cutest of all! Happy Pink Day,

Linda

Catharina Maria said...

Have a nice Pink Saturday !

Rini the Netherlands

Tami @ Creative girl Vintage said...

Now that makes bath time much more fun!
Have a happy pink day!
xo Tami

Michelle said...

I love that song!!

Also love those fun towels with the bright colors!

Have a great Pink Saturday!

Mary said...

What a great post! I love all of the color in the towels. What afun bathroom! Very tropical/ summery!
Thanks for sharing!
Happy Pink Saturday!
Mary

Bill said...

Thank you for sharing the festive new additions to your bath! And you did it in a most delighful way ...

How could anyone ever be sad in such a warm, colorful, welcoming place?
Bye for now ...
Bill

greet's foto's said...

bedankt voor het delen van je badkamer,daar hebben de kinderen veel plezier.
een fijn weekeinde van
OMA NIJN

My name is Riet said...

Love your bathroom and towels. Happy pink Saturday

xinex said...

I love the colorful towels with all its whimsical prints. What a fun bathroom, Sheila! Did you draw the fish on the wall? Nice touch!...Christine

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Happy Pink Saturday, Mrs. Magpie! You have a very fun bathroom; the kiddies would love it! And excuse me, Mr. monkey!!

Blessings,
Sandi

dana said...

Hi!!

First, Shelia, I want to thank you for your prayers and kind words for our grandson and family. He is doing well at home with his mom, dad and big sister....thanks to the Lord, hospital staff and wonderful folks, like you, who offered their support and well wishes.

I am so far behind in my bloggy visits because of the events during this last week, but I did just spend quite awhile catching up on your recent posts. The last time I visited you was on the 8th of July, that morning. (Our gr.son was born that afternoon!--he's a 7-8-9 baby!). I thought I had commented on it---and I was glad to see I had. My memory is a bit confused during that time line. Anyway, I loved THE STONE RABBIT'S terra cotta cousin you showed! Thank you for keeping an eye out for possible family members!

I loved your post today and the fun touches you added to your bathroom (I think I need a bottle of that hand soap for a little gr. girl to use at our house!). I also loved, loved, loved the post you did about the Birthday Princess!! What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl!!!! AND I so enjoyed your tablescape with Mr. Crab and the cookies and ice cream!!! So clever and so entertaining! You're the best!

I hope you have a wonderful Pink Sat....L, Dana

Unknown said...

What a wonderful post as always. I love your imagination! And that bath looks so inviting. The colors are lovely. Great Great music too. Happy Pink Saturday,

Karen

Shirl said...

Hello, Happy Pink Saturday! What a cute post today, love those pretty towels!
Have a great weekend!
Bless you, Shirl
Shirls Rose Cottage

Marina Capano said...

So Cute, what a nice pink things!!!It's so beautiful!!
Happy pink saturday!!!

xoxo

Marina

LV said...

You have done a great job on your bathroom. The towels are so bright and cheerful. I appreciate your visiting me today.

Noelle Garrett Designs said...

What an adorable post! Thank you for such a warm welcome to Pink Saturdays. Love your bathroom. Too cute! Mr. Monkey made me laugh out loud. Have a wonderful weekend.
hugs,
Carrie

Judi said...

Hi Sheila
What a fun post! Thats one fun bathroom too. I love the way its decorated and would agree with you to leave it as it is. The towels are gorgeous. The colours are so vibrant...I would love to splish splash in that bathtub.
Thank you for sharing
have a lovely day
Judi

♥Mimi♥ said...

♥Happy Pink Satuday♥
Really cold (50s) in upper Michigan today with a dark sky. I need all the pink I can get this morning. Thanks so much for helping lift my spirits!

Wishing you a weekend filled with sunshine and happiness.

caren said...

So fun!!!!!! Love the bathroom. I have problems with my indoor shots too! Someday, I'll figure it out. Happy PS!

xinex said...

Thanks for your comment, Sheila. I am so exciting getting a history about mansion. LadyKatherine gave me the name of an artist who painted the house before it burned and I would really love to see it. I am trying to search on line for a print or paint but have not been successful yet. I would really love to see how the "before" looks like. Thanks also for the movie info. I added it on my Netflix queue....Christine

bj said...

You always bring smiles to our faces with your adorable and cute posts. I love those towels!
xo bj

Candy said...

Happy pok-a-dots!

Sweet in pink, Candy

Jorgelina said...

Hi!!
I love the polka dots!
What a fun bathroom!
Happy Pink Saturday.

Marsha @ Tattered Chick said...

What a fun bathroom and post!

OMG, I want a slice of that chocolate cake!!!

Have a wonderful PiNk SaTuRdAy!

Marsha♥

{oc cottage} said...

LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE those towels!!! (and the monkey!!!)

m ^..^

Unknown said...

Thanks so much for your Pink Saturday! You are one enjoyable lady!

Dawn said...

How fun! I love your bathroom. The towels are great!!! I am a fan of SpongeBob and he and Patrick look great by your sink!

take care,
Dawn

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

My grandkids would love that bathroom. I put out fun towels and duck shape soap dispensers when they come over...but the bright colors is fabulous!

One Shabby Old House said...

Love your bold bright fun and funky pinks today.
Have a great weekend and Happy Pink Saturday
Becky

Salmagundi said...

Those towels are perfect for your bath! A great pink post! Sally

Shaam said...

Haha so cute! I love that you left the fish. Those towels are really neat! I love the brightness and colors!

All the best,
Allison

Betty said...

Oh!! I saw those towels at Marshalls and I wanted to buy them. I love those colors together. I just might have to go back and see if they still have them! Your bath is so fun!
Have a wonderful pink Saturday!

Lindsay-ann said...

Hi Sheila
I enjoyed this fun pink post. I love all your bright towels, tray and mirror. The last picture made me laugh because when we went to Disneyland Paris 7 years ago there was a room mix up and when we opened our door there was already a woman in the room wrapped in a towel just like that. She was not very happy as can imagine!
Hope you are having a lovely pink Saturday.
Lindsay
x

Chrissy...The Apothecary Shop said...

Oh my gosh....that cake was amazing!!! Great photos and post,so glad you came by!! Hope you are enjoying your Sat. all the best,Chrissy

Dreamgirl said...

Hi Sheila!
Thanks for getting so indignant on my behalf about the crazy shoe store lady. It helps to feel backed up by my wonderful blog sisters!

Now, over to your post. I love those towels. Strong colors and fun patterns. I would buy them too!

Enjoy your Pink Saturday and have a blessed Sunday too!

Greetings from Spain

jeanne said...

Hello Sheila, i just feigned a nap and am checking on my post. I am sneaking in a couple of comments. I miss my blogging friends sooooo much. lol.

Your bathroom and the bright colors are wonderful. I LOVE those towels. On day I would love to do something bright like that. But now it is old conservative me. I am happy just looking at your colors. I also love the pink shrimp plants.

Stay young at heart Sheila, it is the best way to be.

Love and hugs...Jeanne

Terry said...

Howdy Sheila
Oh what a fun pink Saturday .
It is always so much fun to find out what is happening with The Magpie :)
Thank you so much for the tour and I really like those zig zag's, and polka dot's that do look like bubbles and I am crazy about stripes they just scream summer and fun all year long.You did a fabulous job with the photos .
Thank you so much sweet lady for sharing.
Blessings to you and yours.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Hugs
Happy Trails

Claudia said...

Those will brighten up your bathroom! Happy Pink Saturday!

That shabby Pink Girl said...

What a Bright and Happy Bath~~~I'm betting the kidlets just love it~~I also had to scroll over your whole blog and say I Love that Pink Shrimp plant and of course your Adorables (children) are so adorable
Happy Day to you and Yours~
marian elizabeth

Anonymous said...

Sheila,
Love love love your bathroom...Just adorable and cute! Love th polka -dotted one... Thanks for stopping by...I didn't paticipate...I had plan for today...celebrating my friend Sonya birthday...Had a great day today....great weahter...It's cool off here..it about time...Loving it! Thanks for stopping by...sweet comments...Glad you enjoy my post and prayer...I am a prayer warrior...Smiling...Love ya my friend...Have a wonderful weekends...Happy Pink Katherinellen

Unknown said...

Sheila, what an adorable and fun bathroom! Love the towels and the tray and all the darling little characters!

Have a lovely Pink Saturday!

Tina

Barbara said...

Shelia,
I love the bright colors in the towels and the bathroom with the little fish is darling. To top is off, Splish,Splash, I was taking a bath....by Bobby,what fun music.
I dropped in to say hello and happy belated birthday to Gina, what a beautiful blog.

Purple Hugs,
Barbara

claudie said...

I wish I could just drop in and give you one great big hug. Ok maybe several huge hugs.
With all the visiting you have on your beautiful blog, and moving furniture around, and playing with dolls, and towels, you still come by to say hi.
I was going to feature Lucky and Sasha, but I'm saving them for next PS. I have some beautiful shots to share with you...(I think I will email them to you.
Mrs. Magpie, it's been really raining cats and dogs here. I have been dodging buckets of rain all week and week end. It just won't stop.
My house is full of fur babies, and that's the way I like it!
Have a perfect weekend my dear friend.
I'm going to eat some watermelon to remind me of sunshine lol
Love Claudie
xoxoxoxoxox

Char said...

What a completly fun post today, I had a ball and loved the colors too. I am familiar with sponge bob square pants, as I have a grand daughter that loves him. Happy Pink Saturday and enjoy the fun room, Char

LADY JANE said...

Lovely post miss magpie! Ohhhhh....guess what...IUST be winning the fabric contest....you should see my collection of soft pink and purple...TOTALLY into flannel...and looking for purple minky dosts! Although your polkadot towels would make some lovely bibs! Sigh...this girl will cut up to sew ANYTHING!

Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas said...

Okay....I am excited for Wednesday...a post just for me?

I am a little afraid...:)

Lou Cinda

Country Wings in Phoenix said...

Oh Sheila, Honey this was a fun trip. I just loved it. Especially the sock monkey that was imposed upon. Just darling. Now what I want to know is where is the pink bubble bath? I just know it is in there somewhere. So cute. Happy Pink Saturday, and those towels are so beautiful. Just fun. Thanks for sharing. Love it when you visit. Country Hugs, Sherry

Just Me said...

What a fun cute bathroom! Have a wonderful weekend and Happy Pink Saturday.

Anne Fannie said...

What a cute fun bathroom. I have to confess though, I am in awe over your previous post with those shrimp looking flowers! I have never seen anything like that before! I have to find a plant!
Good luck on entering my giveaway!
~Ann

Bette said...

I love reading your post - really nice story. Those are "summery" towels you have there. i'm loving the polka dot towel and the ribbon!

Me in said...

nice blog, i like it

Katie said...

So full of whimsy and fun! Thanks for the snickers!

Happiest of Pink Saturdays to you!

Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) said...

Your bathroom is so fun and whimsical. I love the towels... My daughter would love your stand with the tourist sign... I hope you're haivng a super w/k..
hugs ~lynne~

gina said...

Shelia, Thank you so much for my birthday cake! It looks delish.
I did have a good birthday and I appreciate your thoughtfullness and your frienship. xo gina

Emily said...

I really like those towels! Thanks for your sweet comments. The move is complete, now just unpacking and redecorating. Ugh!

Lorrie said...

Shelia this is a wonderful fun bathroom--it leaves me with a BIG smile. I think the towels are just perfect, and so are the fish. It alls shouts "Party Time."

The Blushing Hostess said...

Where am I? How did I get here? Only sorry I did not find you sooner, this blog is lovely.

Maria Berg said...

Oooupsz... yes somebody was under the towel. MB

Beverly said...

Now, this was not only colorful, but pretty and fun, too. I love the mix of stripes and polka-dots. And, that bright pink is fantastic.

Please ask madam to forgive our intrusion. ;-)

Happy Pink Saturday, Sheila.

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Hi Sheila! What a cute bathroom! I love the colorful towels and the sassy fish border! I know the little ones must love coming to your house! It seems as if the special residents enjoy the bathroom, too! I hope you had a wonderful weekend! Enjoy your week!...hugs...Debbie

fitty's pinky rose cottage said...

hehehehe.. such a funny post!.. I really like the towels.. cheerful colours! look so summery! Happy PS

Unknown said...

What a wonderful and whimsical bath! I bet he little ones love to come and visit just to spend time in there exploring!

Thanks for sharing and hope you had a great Pink Saturday!

Teresa the MiniMadWoman

Laura @ the shorehouse. said...

I'm in LOVE with that mirror. I think I'll be dreaming of her (him? lol!) tonight.

Connie said...

What a delightful pink saturday post with all that pink but I'll take that chocolate cake anyday, sugar! That would definitely be "death by chocolate" in my book, chick! Nice meeting you. Been painting the house pink and just getting around to the pink saturday posts. *Sigh*.......
xoxo,
Connie

alicesg said...

They are all so cute and fun to use. I would love to have a fun bathroom too. Sorry for the late visit. Happy Pink Saturday

Lady Katherine said...

This was fun! I love the polka dots, the tray, now Mr. Monkey is a wonderful memory for me. You know My children had these. I have not one for my grandchildren! I had forgotten all about Mr. Monkey, how cute he is in wrapped up!

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Came back to catch your pink post Sheila --it has been a busy week for me and I've been online sporadically. I love those pretty towels! My daughter-in-law loves to mix colors in her bath and kitchen and often finds nice towel and throw rug color combinations in Target.
Hugs, Pat