I love the idea of starting a whole new decade (really, I do!!!) and feel compelled to start it with a fresher look for this blog and all my business ephemera - to match the fresh, new look in my studio. Things that feel heavy and cluttered and fussy no longer appeal. Bright, light, and clean is what captures my heart these days. I hope the new look appeals to you, too!
And, after working on and off on the third floor for over a year, my new studio is finally finished! I'm so happy with the results; it's exactly how I envisioned it would be:
I stapled velcro under the edge of my worktable and attached these striped rugs I found at Ross's for $6.98 each. They cover the plastic storage drawers I have beneath them.
I painted the wall opposite the windows the palest of lilacs - just a hint of wonderful color. I love it combined with the orangey-red accents I used.
My Aero-Pilates machine will stay up and be used regularly now!
Big Bird is very creative. He told me so himself!
I hung striped rugs from a cafe rod on this antique standup desk that was my Dad's to cover the bookcases I placed there for extra storage.
I was even able to clear out this little room that had been used for storage and turn it into a sweet little bedroom - perfect for an afternoon nap or an extra guest. The toile wallpaper was put up by the former owners of our home.
I've a bit of finishing to do; I'll make new panels for the screen out of the fabric I draped there, and I'll make some more pillows for the bed out of black and white fabrics.
This space still looks a bit chaotic, but before The Big Re-Do you could barely walk into it! Now it stores my fabrics, gift wrapping supplies, iron and ironing board, and my wireless printer.
And now it's time to go sip a bit of bubbly...turning 60 ain't so bad!
7 comments:
It's wonderful, Karen Anne! And a work of art to live in.
Sharon
It's lovely. I love the bookshelves organized by color
You are lucky to have such a great space to work with. I like the black and white, it really pops.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I love your studio! My absolute favorite thing is the mantle decor of tiny chairs and that fantastic drawing. Enjoy your birthday, bubbly, and brand new studio!
Happy Birthday! I love your portrait of Jake. Your studio invites creativity to enter. Have a wonderful weekend celebrating!
Just love your studio! The clean lines and that fabulous fireplace mantle-love,love!
I cannot tell you how much i love the space you have created for yourself. so gorgeous & whimsical...the perfect place to escape. i love escaping to your blog to see the latest projects you're working on..so many good ideas! thanks for sharing...xo
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