March 2, 2011

Working and Playing

Hi Bloggy Friends, hope you are doing well and getting ready for spring. The weather is lovely but the pollen is awful right now...giving me some terrible sinus headaches. Ouch!


This is just a peek at my new Studio/Craft Room/Sitting Area....I will save the room for the Creative Spaces Blog Party in June. I participated last year and had such a great time. The room is far from completed and I am taking my time...enjoying the process.



The entire 'feel' of my Studio has changed and I have removed about three quarters of the supplies. That was a very painful thing for me to do and required a great deal of thought and work. I have also removed most of the color from the room. Yikes...what a job. It will now be neutrals with washes of peaches, pinks and lavendars. I believe it is good to change from time to time....refreshes the spirit.


This little guy has been my helper. Isn't he cute? This is my little Mikey and he is devoted to his mommy. Hehe



Hope you are having a lovely day.

33 comments:

Ceekay- Thinkin of Home said...

Your Mikey is just precious. He is momma's little buddy....can't wait to see this room!!

Star said...

Your little dog is adorable. Just look at that cute little face! I suffer with sinus headaches too. Aren't they just awful. What do you take and does it do any good? Remedy needed.
The colours in your studio are just great, my favourites for this Spring and very fashionable too, so I've noticed.

A Hint of Home said...

We'll look forward to seeing your room when completed.
Mikey is adorable.

Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) said...

Hi Barb, Mikey is an adorable helper! The little glimpses you are allowing us into your studio are very enticing! I can't wait to see it all at the blog party. Your selection of books on the shelf is also wonderful. I hope your sinus problems clear up---I'm a fellow sufferer so I know how you feel. Linda

Lillie Mae Acres said...

The studio looks pretty. We are in Florida also and the pine pollen is awful. We've all been suffering w/ headaches & soreness but it'll be gone soon enough. Can't wait to see all the redecorating pics in June. Have a good evening.

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Your space sounds lovely. Can't wait for more photos. I am allergic also the pollen gives me awful headaches. Hope you feel better soon. Our pollen isn't too bad here yet.

cindyb said...

Looking forward to seeing the finished result. Change is good if a welcome one!

Sharing Shadymont said...

Barb,

Can't wait to see the finished project. I love your home. It is just beautiful!

Blessings,
Kathy

Glenda/MidSouth said...

Mikey is adorable! Looking forward to seeing your new space.

Shirley said...

Dear Barb,
I went back and did pay visit to your wonderful studio! I don't know how you could make it any better than it is..BUT, I have a feeling the newest design is going to be just wonderful. I don't know how you can eliminate any one thing? Yes, it must be hard..but I bet you will love the new space! Bet it will allow the creative juices to flow like a constant bubbling brook! Can't wait for June..
~Shirley

cynthialeedesigns said...

I went through my sewing/craft room about a month ago and got rid of old books and supplies too. At first, it was hard to do...but after I got all finished, it felt good and my studio looked better.
Your little helper is too cute!! I can't get over how much Mikey looks like my little Chloe.
~Cindy~

SOUTHERN TOUCH CATERING, INC. said...

Barb, Looks like you're off to a great start redoing your space. Love the color scheme. So soothing and somewhat playful and sexy at the same time.

West Side of Straight said...

So fun to redo a room. But to have a helper as CUTE as Mikey is a plus!!! What a sweety! I just want to Hold Him!!!!

Patty@sewingseeds said...

Sorry about the headaches. I've been having sneezing fits here on the otherside of the country. Your space looks so peaceful...love the peek of your book collection. You're really going to make us wait until June!

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...

It sounds like you are making headway there. I know it must be a little overwhelming at times but in the end it will be just wonderful for you to have that special space to enjoy. Anything I do these days is at a much slower pace and I find contentment in the moments as they come. I love your sweet little Mikey. His cute little face makes me smile. What a blessing to have him by your side.

Theresa said...

Love that sweet Mikey! I know he is helping you with your choices in redecorating! Have a blessed day dear Barb, big hugs!

Carol at Serendipity said...

Barb,

Glad to see you. I am still working on my studio! Each time I start a project, I mess it up. Then if I stop to pick it all up, I lose my incentive to create.

Looking forward to seeing what you have done with yours.

Carol

Sue@sprucelakecottage said...

Hello Barb, I am glad to hear you are doing well, creating, and still being inspired. That little Mickey of yours has the sweetest little face I have ever seen. Have a great day. Hugs, Sue in Ohio

Micki said...

Mikey is just adorable!
Micki

Candy said...

With such a cute helper I'm sure the unveiling will be quite nice. I too, am in the middle of redo in my craft space. Thanks for the mention of the June party, maybe that will motivate me to stick with it.
Friday Blessings ;-)

Lallee said...

Barb, it looks like you are surrounding yourself with serenity. I will look forward to seeing the whole room. Little Mikey is too cute for words.

Atelier de Charo said...

Mikey is so cute!!!

Xoxo
Charo

Sharing with Sherri said...

Hi there sweet Barb, I just wanted to pop in and hello and let you know I was thinking of you...
I see you and I have both been busy working and playing around the house! If I had that cute lil Mikey around my house I'm sure I'd be doing much more playing than working hehe! He's such a cutie!

big hugs to you, and puppy kisses to Mikey;)

Beverly said...

That little face grabs my heart. Oh my! He is so adorable.♥

Karen said...

Good morning Sweet Miss Barb.
Mikey is just adorable! Oh my gosh! In love - in love!
Now Girl, I am so curious as to what you are up to with this studio. It's taking quite a while so you must be REALLY purging! Good girl! But last year when you took us on a tour, it looked so cute! So I am anxious for you to SHARE!
Karen Valentine also does Where Bloggers Create - I think it is in June this year. You must join in!
Have a great week my friend!
Hugs! Karen

Chari at Happy To Design said...

Hi Barb...

I just seen your note over at Miss Bloomers and just had to come over! It has been awhile since we have visited. I hope that my note finds you feeling better, sweet lady...eeeks...I really do hate fighting with allergies! I am just now starting to feel better...been down with the same thing!

Anyway, I can hardly wait to see all the changes that you have made to your awesome studio! I know that I just loved how you had it before...in fact, I just swooned every time I seen photos of it! The new colors that you have chosen sound delicious! I just know that it will be fabulous!!! Loved your pretty photos, my friend...the shells are beautiful! Ohhh...and your little guy, Mikey...is just the most adorable little fellow that I have ever seen! It's just precious!!!

Warmest wishes,
Chari @Happy To Design

Ali said...

Those colours sound wonderful. I'm looking forward to the official unveiling. Your furbaby Mikey is sooo sweet!

Ali x

Judy@cutest-little-things said...

Awww Mikey is such a doll! Glad to hear you sounding so happy :)

Judy@cutest-little-things

Jeanne said...

Hello Barb, I have not visited in sooo long and I'm glad I did. Your room will be beautiful but Mikey is the star on this post. He is adorable. We do love our pups so much.

Happy decorating.
Hugs, Jeanne

Susan Ramey Cleveland said...

Mikey is so cute I can hardly stand it!

Wsprsweetly Of Cottages said...

WHAT a little cutie! Yep..so...is he for sale?? Just kidding! :)
Yes, I'm enjoying Spring, almost!

Ana said...

Hi Barb,
I know that your room is going to be absolutely beautiful...I cannot wait to see it. Have fun getting it ready. Oooo, and how cute is little sweet Mikey? :-) Hope you had a wonderful weekend and wishing you a fantabulous new week.

Hugs and Kisses,
♥Ana

Home Made Quilts By Granny said...

What a cute little fellow you have as a helper...having the sinus trouble over here too. Trish