Saturday, June 25, 2016

Winter Solstice.



The shortest day of the year came and went this week and although there wasn't any sun dancing or  chanting to mark the occasion, there was plenty of teeth chattering...yesterday we even had ACTUAL SNOW. It only happens a couple of times a year here, so it was a bit of a novelty watching it fall, out the window.....by the FIRE:-)

Not sure if l was a bit "out there" asking if these gorgeous hydrangeas were for sale, but l spotted them on a bush in the driveway of a house where l was visiting a garage sale, and just HAD to ask. l was so happy when the lady cut them off and GAVE them to me. l especially loved the rusty spots of imperfection on the petals.

Well....the mantle shelf didn't stay the same for long did it :-)....found this lovely old print and just knew it'd be perfect to pop here for a while.


My work room had been a disaster area for years, and l really found it hard trying to create in there, so when l re-organised my cabinets (here) and sorted through all the boxes to find the sewing bits and pieces l needed for the shelves in them, it was the push l needed to redo the entire room. The clutter was removed and sorted, the shelves were painted and the walls washed down. The bench was cut in half and painted white with the paving paint that l also used to paint the concrete floor and all the craft boxes. (There's a before at the end of the post).


No sooner was the room finished and l had this sudden urge to make something:-) l decided on a Jesus cushion made from an old tapestry....tried to make it a bit boho-ish using velvet, fringing and pops of colour.


This is my work room before....very cluttered as you can see and l'd even TIDIED up for the photo:-)


Hope your weekend's warm, sunny and beautiful wherever you are....thanks so much for dropping in here for a visit.

BIG hugs,

Bron.


21 comments:

  1. The mantel is gorgeous. The hydrangeas with the spot fit perfectly! I love the pillow. The cute cross and hot pink bow is so gorgeous next to that green. It turned out amazing. Love your new craft room. I'm with you- I can't create or think in a disorganized space. You sure made that space look stunning!
    hugs♥,
    Caroline

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  2. You have the most beautiful feminine style. Just love it!

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  3. Ohh...such a lovely and romantic post...!
    I am in love with that pillow with Jesus on it,
    those colors make me so happy...
    Your blog makes me so happy, thank you for this!

    Love and a nice week,
    MarijkeXXX


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  4. I adore the changes on your mantel. Vintage oils are becoming my new favorite find. And, oh my, what a wonderful "clean up" in your work room. Doesn't it feel great to see everything organized so beautifully?!
    Thank you for your lovely visit and very kind comments!
    Mary Alice

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  5. Good Morning!
    Your feminine, gentle and dreamy style is gorgeous!
    I am smitten with every beautiful detail:)
    Happy Monday!
    Jemma

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  6. You have such a special touch and every time I visit I feel as though I am transported to 'my happy place'. You really have the loveliest home dear!
    sending hugs...

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  7. The hydrangeas are fabulous and oh, how I love your work room! So light and airy! Must be a dream to be in working!

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  8. The hydrangeas were a special gift, weren't they? Very pretty, indeed!
    The boho looking Jesus pillow is awesome! Looks great in the heap of other boho "stuff" in the space.
    Your work space looks amazing! Such a huge difference from the before picture! You are lucky to have a room like that.
    Enjoy creating in your own little piece of heaven.
    Debbie
    xo

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  9. Holy heck, you did an amazing job cleaning up your craft room! I bet it feels so good tho and now you'll know where everything is:) I love your Boho Jesus pillow, so colorful and lovely! Your mantel makes me swoon...I hope to one day find one just like it!

    Such a beautiful home you have! We're hot and humid here so feel free to send us some cool weather any time:)

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  10. What an amazing creative space. I adore the Jesus cushion. Have a wonderful holiday weekend.

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  11. What an amazing creative space. I adore the Jesus cushion. Have a wonderful holiday weekend.

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  12. Thanks for visiting me at Delights of the Heart. Oh I just love the print on your mantel.

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  13. Oh, your working-room looks now much bigger and so friendly. Very well done!
    Thank you for your lovely comment.
    Christine

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  14. I just came upon your blog...

    What a beautiful blog, and home, you have! Simply delightful.

    Oh I so love your sewing room! -happy sigh-

    Luna Crone

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  15. Dearest Bron,
    How lovely of that lady to give you the Hydrangeas! Such an act does give us hope for the future; kindred spirits are still around.
    You did a remarkable job in decluttering and beautifying your work room. Incredible the difference achieved.
    Enjoy your winter and stay cozy.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  16. Bron, I love all the pinks in your home.
    Your sewing room looks Amazing!
    The white sewing desk and your styling
    looks lovely and fresh and very organised.
    xMichelle

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  17. What a gorgeous space and I so love that floral print...I mean I really love it!!!! Gosh where ever did you find it. I so need to get my craft room in order...your is lovely.

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  18. Thank you so much for your beautiful words, on the interview with me, on dear Wendy`s blog. You touched my heart ,and I was so happy you visited JoAnna`s blog ,seeing her gorgeous art and reading her story. She will forever live with me, in my heart and with the many artpieces I have from her.
    I love your blog and your gorgeous home, -love the white with pink flashes here and there.
    Thank you once more for your comment, and a happy new week to you.
    Dorthe xo

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  19. Thank you so much for your beautiful words, on the interview with me, on dear Wendy`s blog. You touched my heart ,and I was so happy you visited JoAnna`s blog ,seeing her gorgeous art and reading her story. She will forever live with me, in my heart and with the many artpieces I have from her.
    I love your blog and your gorgeous home, -love the white with pink flashes here and there.
    Thank you once more for your comment, and a happy new week to you.
    Dorthe xo

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  20. Hello Bron
    Lovely to meet you in blogland. You have such a beautiful blog and I know I would love visiting your studio! So much is what I also love!
    Thanks for visiting me at the Where Bloggers Create! Why don't you join in the party too!
    We also came from Melb. to the far south-east coast about 15 years ago and just love it here so much just having moved from a beautiful property with mohair goats and a massive garden of roses and trees.
    So where in Melbourne are you living.
    I will follow your blog now I am here!
    All the best,
    Suzy

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  21. Room to work wonderfully decorated, beautiful pillow and image.

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