Idle Chitchat...

The question that hovers around at the moment is,' What does your home decorating say about you?'

Well, after much thought, I would have to say,

"My home is your home".

Now I know others out there ( and family and friends), might disagree with that...hoarder, junkaholic,messy, these words may come to mind, for them!

But truly,when someone walks in my front, or back door, I want them to feel comfortable and relaxed, and welcome to pull some weeds if they feel the need, cook a meal, sweep the verandah....need I go on?

No seriously, my home is a home, not a house on display! It is well-lived in,there is a place for all my collections, and bits of junk, and if there isnt ,I make one!

I was trying to determine my 'Style' of decorating, but I love so many, there is a real mixture, and it all seems to work well together. I really like the Country, rustic look, but also with a bit of antique,vintage,retro, modern and french country!

So what's your style, and what does it say about you?

Happy Mother's Day!

~*~*~Have a wonderful day~*~*~

They do love me...

Just when I think Ive been forgotten, and the phone doesnt ring, and the door isnt knockin'....

Im bombarded with friends from all directions, asking me out to play!! Well in this case, 3 friends!Two of them called at an early hour on Saturday to go 'junkin' , so of course I obliged. The third friend was Sue, who came up in the afternoon for an overnight visit!

The weather was perfect, so I ignored the messy indoors, and enjoyed the beautiful warm sun, while it was there!

It is always so much fun doing the junk run with my friends Jenni and Wayne, we have alot of laughs, and it isnt long before the car is overflowing, so we have to do a drop off to fit more in! We tend to like different things, though I still regret grabbing the stone birdbath before Jen did, we almost broke out into a brawl! I saw a different side to Jen I hadnt seen before! Wayne is so patient, and only on the odd occasion does he start coughing, the signal it is time to go. I think he spent most of the time moving the car as we walked, which was nice for us!

Then sadly the day ended, and Sue had to pick me up, and drag me home, not before revisiting 'Frou Frou's', in Springwood, for one last buy of the day!

Sue, the avid gardener, had already been to the nursery she visits every time she comes up the mountains , I think that's the real reason she comes up here! We finished the day with a couple of bottles of wine, dinner, and chitchat, and collapsed at 9.30pm!

Sunday, was so sunny, after I made Sue work in the garden, and fill a wheelbarrow with lots of seedings, we visited Glenbrook nursery, then had a delicious lunch, before she had the long drive home.


So today has been like an early Christmas, going through all the bargains, and the musthaves, and all the things Sue brought up for me...she says she doesnt have room for, she is so disciplined!!

Ahhh... now back to work, till next weekend!!

It's gonna be a bright, bright sunshiny day!!

Is that how the song goes??

Well maybe if we sing it enough, the sun might find its way here!

But Im not going to whinge, I have had a great couple of days in the 'fossicking JUNK' kind of way!

I found these gorgeous treasures, and as usual, I think someone is going to have to pry them out of my hands! I just want them all, and Im sure I need them....but where will they fit? Arent these flowers just to die for, they look so delicious!

The retro ashtray stand , the light fittings, the candle holder and plate, will be listed tonite on ebay.

I found this basket of frames calling me from the bottom of a shelf..some have a gorgeous old picture in them.

The large lampshade could do with some trims, it is quite vintage, and fragile.The suitcase is a cutie, and will go with my collection to store more fabrics!

I couldnt wait to wash these and see them clean, even if it is raining! This gorgeous dress will be wonderful to use for pieces, and the curtains are for my bathroom.The huge piece of flannel is for projects ahead.Yes I know it was a sheet, but now it is fabric!

After I had my 'fix' with junk, I ventured out into the garden, to see who likes the rain, and who doesnt, coming from a nongardener, this will be interesting!I do love the look of the garden when it is wet, the colours are so vibrant, even the weeds look good!

Well everyone is leaving me this weekend, a nice break had by all Im sure, except Im left without a car......I have no choice but to be creative all weekend!

Have a good one !!!

P.S.I was playing around with my blog template, what do you think?? I wont tell you how much I cursed at it, when I lost all my fav blogs! Oh what joy!

Update...

Lately I have 'names' pouring out of my head ! I still havent any idea what to name my home, but Ive managed to name my studio,"Junkstudio on KARABAH".The plea is still out there, if anyone can think of something...

So I have decided to change my store name on ebay, just so there arent too many out there to confuse!

The studio is progressing nicely,and keeping me busy, I will post some pics soon.

Have a great day!!

In another world....

Today was very productive, as far as creativity is concerned. I had a late start, but then I just couldnt stop! I went into another world, and this is what I created!

I sometimes dont have any plans, I just throw it all together, and see what happens! So Im not really sure what you would call this first one above, but it looks romantic, and has been made with vintage lace, pearls and trimmings and it says the word "LOVE", which we all love!

It seems I was on a 'letter' theme , Ive had them lying around for a while, waiting for ideas to flood in. Well they came today!

"DREAM" would have to be my favourite word, I am such a dreamer, awake and asleep!

"HOME" means alot to me, well it is where the 'heart' is!

I'll be listing them on ebay soon if interested, and will also take orders.

Have a good day!!!

Are you ever too old?

Well apparently !!

When my son was born over 14 years ago, I knew I wanted to decorate his room with the theme, Noah's Ark.He had a few items, photo frame, plaque, quilt cover, a hanging quilt I made, and a large cushion.

But after a while, I started to notice a couple of new friends had moved in, bears. I didnt think much of it, at first, but they gradually multiplied!

A COLLECTION HAD FORMED, right before our eyes!

As the years went by, more bears appeared,and before long, my son was handing over the Noahs Ark ,for the bears!

A couple of years ago, the Bears all moved up to the shelf in the wardrobe, with Noah for safe keeping.

Today, my son came to me with a box full! He needs the space for bike gear, posters," you know, general teen stuff", he tells me......this is a day I wont forget!

Actually, Im sure he wanted to do it years ago, but knew it would upset me. He's gone to the dark side...

Of course I will keep these, I mean, it is a collection that just grew on its own, it has to stay. Maybe he'll get them back when he has his own children, in 20 years!!

What's in a house name?

I have been living in my little burb in the Blue Mountains for 10 years now, and have wanted to name my house, but cant decide......something to represent 'us'!

We have moved many times, but I think we have settled here. So the name 'Settle Downe' came to mind.I have a large settle bench on my verandah, so I thought it was appropriate. Ten years later, and still no name. Occasionally I jot things down like, Walkonby.We live on a lane, and people often wander past.

It's time to just decide, but I need help, and any suggestions would be great! I thought I better give you a few snippets of interest to help you...

* I live on a corner of a lane.

*We are surrounded by Mulberry and Jacaranda trees.

*I have a rather large front garden, weeds roam freely!

*My house number cant be seen from the road.

Please help support the "Home with no name" Appeal!

With all your suggestions, I will choose one of the names, and post a photo of it up in lights!!

SO THINKING CAPS ON!!

I am strong, I am invincible, I am...

I am kidding myself!!!

I am finally at peace with the world! Why, you ask....

The last time I went out junking, thrifting, buying, whatever you like to call it,well, I cant quite remember. I have been sifting through all my 'stock' here, trying to make do with what I have!

But not today. I had to get out, clear the mind, pinch hubby's car, and get my 'fix', Im suffering from cabin fever!

With a tight budget, I knew I had to wear my blinkers, and be very strict , oh Im so proud of myself!!

Look what I found, plates, decorative bridal headbands,

a vase, lampshade, voile apron, linen tablecloth, hairclip, and a gorgeous vintage bedjacket to add to my collection, well one of my collections.There was so much more I could have indulged in, but I walked out with my head held high.I dont have to buy everything in the shop, but if they are there next week, then they are meant to be mine!!

Actually, Im so strong, I may just list some of these on ebay tonite, and I may not!

An hour of shared thoughts...

Twenty-one today,twenty-one today!!!

Hubby and I celebrated our 21st Wedding Aniversary today,and enjoyed a lovely quiet lunch.

Gone are the days back when we took the day off work, painted the town red, and came home in the wee hours! Well we did it once, and then we had our first child! Each year thereafter,celebrations gradually toned down. Today, we werent really hungry, couldnt really afford it,and didnt have much to say, but thought we should do a lunch to mark the occasion ,before getting back to work.......it was all over in an hour!
Ahhh, it's the thought that counts.
Sounds a bit like rememberence day doesnt it? Lol!
Well, back to it, Im still packing for the big move, cant wait to set up in my new studio, will show pics soon.

P.S My son just came out to me, and handed me a card.I opened it and it reads...To you, from me.

It is an anniversary card from hubby, and it is still in the plastic! The thought really does count!