I've pencilled you in...

The calendar that is!

Ok, so do I need to reintroduce myself, it has been so long!

I could tell you I have been happily creating...

I could tell you I have been so busy with family and home projects...

I could tell you work outside of the home has taken up precious time...

And all would be true, life has been a tad hectic here.

But not a day has gone by without my regular fix, checking out what you have all posted each day. 

Along with your inspiration, Spring has been such a perfect backdrop for five minutes of peace and harmony, and a cup of tea....

I have been painting my kitchen/dining/family rooms, and rearranging furniture like there's no tomorrow! Actually annoying the 'bleep' out of my family, drove them crazy,haha! In one week I had moved the fridge and the pantry twice, can you imagine how frustrating it was,back and forth, had me in stitches!

I like to think it keeps them on their toes, but as the ongoing joke in this household goes...'but there's definitely more room now!'

Im preparing for the last sale of the year here in the studio so I will be back with some things I want to share as time permits, and you can also catch me on Facebook!

Catcha!

First Spring weekend!

What a day!

Spring days are the best! 

Day at home, spring-cleaning outside, washing drying in the sun, mowing lawns, and hosing gardens...

I found a random door leaning up against the studio...mmm...

Project no. 21546!

I love it when ideas sneak up on me like that!

I saw another version of it somewhere, so thought Id try it! I think it took all of two hours, easy peasy! 

I just need to attach the top, and seal it!

I will be adding it to the studio for the next sale!

Happy Fathers Day to all the dads out there for tomorrow!

We are bringing my dad home for the day, cant wait to see him at home again, even for one day!

Home alone...

No, I didnt set up traps for robbers, or jump on the bed, or order pizzas....

But I did take in the silence, and enjoy the freedom of doing whatever!

Well, it lasted about 30 minutes, until I couldnt stand Toby's sad face staring through the murky french doors....it didnt take him long to settle in...

I had big plans today, and that was to empty out the studio and freshen things up, in preparation for next Saturday, Sale day! Unfortunately, the weather had other plans, and down came the rain. I started a project during the week, and so I finished it off, and am quite happy with the result.

Tell me what you think!

A busy week ahead....will be back next week with photos!

Catcha!

The norm...

'The norm' of day to day is near, I can feel it in my bones!!

I cant wait to get back to that place of creating , painting , restoring , and sharing....with you!

No new years resolutions here, but I have made a mental note to take each day as it comes with a grain of salt, lighten up , de-stress and simplify!

I am currently giving the website a much needed cleanup, removing and adding items, and less links...hopefully it will be up and running in the next few weeks.

 Whilst on the subject of business and all things junky, I havent decided when the studio doors will open again for the sales, but when I do you will be the first to know!

In the mean time, I continue to draw inspiration and creativity from so many of you, and look forward to 'The norm' returning very soon!

I leave with you, this image of my nan, at 90.

For the past 6 years, she has had no recollection of her life, us, and her existence...

She is living in limbo, waiting for the next stage of her life or afterlife to come.

Visiting and seeing her, puts alot of things in my life in perspective.

She is my inspiration, my reason for change and  simplicity.

I took many photos that day, I wanted to encapsulate every thought, every emotion, and expression she has had over her ninety years young!

Although she did not know us, she was happy for us to hold her hand, sing , and occasionally she spoke a few kind words.

Although she couldnt hear us,nan was watching and seemed content.I think she could feel the love, and felt safe with us.

Im so pleased I saw her again, and I treasure those moments, as they maybe the last.

Her daughter (my mum) holding her hand

Who would have thought she was once a ballerina, who performed in the Sydney Opera House!

Work overload...

Just a quick update on this weekends sale....

Due to other work commitments, I have to cancel the sale this Saturday.

For the locals who would still like to come and visit, I will take group appointments up until Christmas.

Everyone can still shop online in the studio anytime.

Timing is unfortunate, but hopefully I will be better organised in 2011!

Dont forget my giveaway...

So what's new?

Mmmm, let's see....

The junking block continues...

Ive decided to take another direction, away from junking for a while. Dont worry, I will still be looking and buying, but for the home rather than the business. The past couple of months have given me perspective, and after five years of selling on ebay, and three years with my website, and monthly sales in the studio, Im a little burnt out!

I have had a few sleepless nights lately, deciding whether to close my website and studio....just a thought.

As a distraction, I am fixing and finishing some much needed work around the home. We built our home ten years ago this November, and the kitchen still isnt finished! So many little jobs I have put off, Im finally getting around to, including lots of storage, storage and more storage! I shopped the local op shop, and brought home two large cupboards from the 70's, ugly, but with potential!

 Also a huge buffet sideboard for the studio, but now Im thinking it may fit in the kitchen....

I've bought a few new appliances, which may help with my cooking talents,lol, and no more puddles of water around the fridge,yay!

Whilst closing the studio doors idea is just a thought at this stage, Im offering 20% off everything till the end of August, so please go have a browse....HERE.

I'll leave you with some random photos I took on my way to work through the week, it is such a nice drive!

Lovely old buildings, a pretty stream, and a friendly face!

Chat with you soon!

What happens when you mix these together??

You end up with this sensational blue, ahh, dont you love it?

I cant help but give everything in sight a lick of this, watch out, dont stand still!

Here's a few which had the treatment, and Im pretty happy ,I have to say!

See the before of this one *here*,
 and to purchase, find it *here*

Im off to find Toby, he would look adorable in this shade, hehe!

*~*My colour inspiration came from these....

 And this interesting box!

Hang around for my next post and I'll show you what I did with them!

My latest and greatest!!!

I cant wipe the smile off my face today!!

I finished a project I have been waiting to do for years...

I knew when I found this table, I would transform it, though I had to choose the right time.

Come and check it out here, and please come back and share the love!

I hope you love it as much as I do, well maybe not as much, Im not selling it , it is a keeper,

for now!

One Perfect Day...

You dont have to tell me twice, I know how lucky I am to have such wonderful customers come and visit on Saturday!

The perfect sunny day !

Thankyou to all of you , old and new!

Come and browse the studio slideshow, though now it has quite a few empty spots to fill!

Plenty of creations in the works, and a giveaway coming soon!

First day of Autumn today, loving it!