The thing I like best about summer vacation ( besides not getting up at 5:30 am) is the time for tearing into projects. Here's some before and afters of my home office:
After:
Before:
Pretty bland, huh?
I darkened up the walls a little with Valspar Frappe.
I lived with sub flooring( yes, I ripped up the carpet) for a few months until I could get Pergo type flooring put in. I should have gotten a photo of that. NOT
I didn't realize what a difference the curtains would make. So much warmer!
Country Curtains made these, as I couldn't find any black buffalo check fabric anywhere. ( I didn't look too hard)
This shelf is a leftover of Daughter #1 bedroom. We put it up when we moved in. Plant hanger brackets painted white and a narrow shelf. It is really good for knick knacks without taking up any room space. She had it filled with little china figurines and stuffed animals.
I have little china dogs, photos, and some of MY toys. (they are antiques now, boo hoo!)
My globe is a thrift store find, all metal, one dollar!
I love Raggedy Ann dolls, but have really pared down my collection and only kept a few.
My constant companions in the office are Oscar the wiennie dog
and Oliver, my little Parrot. Oliver is blogging friends with Kiwi and Pearl Angel over at
2 Birdies and a B.
Plastic sheeting is a necessary evil behind Oliver's cage, as the more he likes his food, the more he slings it. ( Think fresh strawberries or blueberries on the walls)
A new table for his cage was a Walmart put together. I did it too! Took me two hours ( A to B, B to Q?)
Underneath the table is a little slotted box I picked up at a garage sale. I added playing cards, poker chips, the old viewmaster and discs for it.
I still need something for this area above the chair, I have some ideas.
I tore into the closet too. It is
full of tablescape stuff. Tablecloths, napkins in the plastic boxes, and extra table top stuff that won't fit in the hutch or pantry.
I am joining Susan at
for Metamorphosis Monday,
Kim at Savvy Southern Style for
and
at No Minimalist Here
10 comments:
Love-love-love this post, Pat! Kiwi and Pearlie said to give kisses to Oliver. I love the checked curtains. You've been quite busy. xo
I love the way you hang your tablecloths! I must clean out some stuff so I can do the same thing. I guess I'm just waiting for some cool mornings or ambition. Your office looks great!♥♫
My, you have been busy. Great job on the office and I love the buffalo curtains. I've been wanting some for my kitchen/breakfast area. Love your vintage toys and a whole closet for your tablescape things.
Hugs,
Babs
Buffalo Check is one of my favorite patterns. I've long admired the brown curtain panels in Ballard's catalogs. Your resourcefulness paid off!
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
Love the drapes!
Looks great! Can't wait to see it in person!
Fabulous post! I love the new office and I think it looks terrific. The floor was worth the wait and the black and white check curtains are perfect. I love your little Oliver, I know Miss Pear too. Hope you are enjoying the Fourth.
~Emily
The French Hutch
As soon as I saw those gingham curtains, I had to stop and read your blog. They make a huge difference in your space. Love them!!!
You've made your office into such a nice work place. I love Country Curtains and have ordered from them every place we've lived.
I'm delighted to be a new follower and hope you'll stop by, Mary Alice
I enjoyed the view into your office. I particularly liked the draperies. I am working on my office at the moment and am "curtainless" at present. I'm in a new house, so there is a lot to do, but since I spend a good bit of time in my office I want it to look nice. I was thinking about a solid fabric, but I really like your plaid.
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