Neptune in the 3rd house confers an imaginative style of communication and thinking. It is a placement that brings about a capacity for abstract writing and

Neptune in the 2nd house represents a detachment from carnal, and materialistic values. It emphasizes a focus on acts of giving and using resources for the

Nothing pleases me more than a dark Scorpio morning, a jug of my favorite coffee, a silent house with sleeping kids and time to just flow as I please. I was born to be free. My mind works with incredible speed when I can do that. And then the writing just pops up. It could be of interest and then again, I might be deluded. That is a the risk of being creative. There is not guarantee.

Neptune in twelfth house is a special placement in astrology. Here, Neptune is in its own house, the house traditionally connected with Pisces. If you are not sure why is this important, Neptune is the ruling planet of Pisces.

Neptune in the 4th house represents an imaginative inner life. People who have this placement in their charts are likely to be very loving and compassionate

Neptune in the 6th house symbolizes a certain detachment from most normal responsibilities and performance of everyday routines. There may be a lack of

Individuals with Neptune in the 7th house in synastry may find themselves idealizing their partners or projecting their fantasies onto them.

This placement of Neptune makes people crave being surrounded by friends and to establish spiritual connections with others involved in different groups.

Neptune in the tenth house can be a powerful placement. This house is the highest point of the natal chart, and planets here become visible to the world. A natal Neptune in tenth house is no exception. In this article, you can learn how to interpret this placement in astrology.

Planet Neptune is the farthest planet from the sun at 4.495 billion kilometers from the sun. Neptune has some remarkable facts like its 14 moons and tilt.

I want you to meet a new member of our family, Mary, the resin bust (my 5-year-old named her). Mary wasn't this pretty when she first came to our home. She looked like this. Ever since I saw this bust featured in House Beautiful a few (several?) years ago, I've wanted one for our home. Dana Abbott & Kim Fiscus, image via House Beautiful I love the idea of using a decorative bust as a necklace holder. This way, you can not only organize your pretty necklaces but also display them where you see them every day. Over the past few years, I have scoured the internet in search of a bust. Much to my despair, an authentic antique bust typically costs a small fortune, and even a good resin reproduction is quite expensive for my standard. I've narrowed down my search to our local craigslist, hoping someone would be willing to part with their authentic decorative bust for cheap. It never happened. Then, I came across this inexpensive resin bust at Hobby Lobby for $40 this weekend. The price was reduced from the original $70, and I couldn't grab it quick enough! I didn't care for its faux finish, but I knew this was something I could change. How ironic is it to come across an exciting DIY project, right after I told you I'm not a DIY kind of girl? I guess this is how life rolls. A close-up of the faux finish in all its glory. Mary looks very sad in this picture. She probably didn't like the original faux finish either. As you can see in the picture, the bust has a bumpy surface similar to a stone bust. I've seen many resin busts spray painted in glossy white, but I decided this one needed more of a chalky texture. What can I use to create a chalky texture? Chalk Paint, of course! I grabbed a few cans of my trusty ASCP and a paint brush and went to town painting. Yes, I used the same paint I used for the Trumeau Mirror Makeover and Brick Fireplace Makeover. Is there anything ASCP can't do? Things you'll need: - Clean wet rag - ASCP Old White (creamy white) - ASCP Paris Grey (light gray with blue undertone) - ASCP Pure White - Paint brush - Drop cloth - Roll of paper towel (to wipe off excess paint off the brush) Instructions: 1. Wipe clean the bust with a clean wet rag. The cleaner the surface, the better the paint will stick. 2. Mix "Old White" and "Paris Grey" to create a shade of light gray you like. I probably mixed about a 1/3 cup of Old White and a tablespoon or less amount of Paris Grey. 3. Paint the bust using the "Old White/Paris Grey" mixture. Try to cover all the nooks and crannies and spread the paint as evenly as possible. Allow the first coat of paint to dry completely. After a coat of "Old White/Paris Grey" mixture. This is what the bust looked like. The color was almost identical to the wall color and it was disappearing into the background. It also looked a little flat and I wanted to add some texture to it. I followed three more steps to achieve a more authentic look. 4. Dry brush the bust using "Pure White" to highlight the high surface areas. Make sure your brush is completely dry, and apply only a small amount of pint on the tip of the brush. Any excess paint on the brush should be wiped off with a paper towel. Allow the paint to dry completely. 5. Dab "Paris Grey" on the bust using your fingertip to create an aged effect. The bust will look "dirty" after this step, but don't let it discourage you. Most of the dark spots will disappear under another layer of paint (next step). Allow the paint to dry. 6. Dry brush using "Pure White" over the darkened areas to complete the aged effect. I gently tapped the bust with the brush to soften the edges of the dark spots. What do you think? I think it looks much better and more authentic than it originally was. I'm still debating whether or not to wax the bust. If I do, I will just do one coat of ASCP Clear Wax. The best part of having a bust is to decorate it. Eddie Ross Nesting Place image via And George image via And George Possibilities are endless... I can't wait to decorate mine!

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I love turning a simple statue into seashell princess. They look like they belong under the sea. Prices range by size. Each one is unique. Sold. Resides in Houston, TX SOLD! Concrete bust. Sold. Resides on Singer Island, FL SOLD. Porcelain boy and girl bust. SOLD. Resides in Montgomery, TX. Antique Bust at Coastal Home & Garden. These 2 were just found and are awaiting there shells!! They can be customized to match your home decor.

Stylist and designer Matilda Goad is collaborating with fireplace and lighting company Jamb for a beautiful window display in honour of London Craft Week. Here she talks to Twig Hutchinson about the displays and her career so far...

Christa Wilm is a talented shell artist who lives in Palm Beach, Florida and has roots in Augsburg, Germany. However, the inspiration for her shell ornamentation comes from Florence in Italy and it shows! Christa's life experience (she’s been a press secretary in Washington DC, completed graduate work in archaeology at Harvard University and conducted research in the Olduvai Gorge in Tanzania) is as varied and unique as the shell art which she creates. In the 90's Christa moved from Boston to Pa