Honey Bend: Vacation, swaps and a craft room

February 24, 2008

Vacation, swaps and a craft room

Oh yes I have one week at work and then I am starting a vacation. A vacation of organization. I usually take my vacation in April to do projects around the yard. This year I am taking it early to get some much needed organization around the house and spring cleaning. The pas couple months I have been in a rut not really wanting to do much of anything. Well its time to move on and get back in the groove. I want to add some life to my little craft area in the basement. We live in a house built in the 20S. The basement is unfinished and nothing exciting. I do have an area that is separated with large cabinets. There is a workbench and peg board frame against the wall. My neighbor is the washer and dryer. I am going to do some painting and try to find a way to close the little room off a bit more.

I got inspiration when I saw Lori Oles at www.vintageflair.typepad.com share her craft closet. A small space but packed with flair of course. So it got me thinking about my little area.

Cute idea I found at Country Home

A bright and organized craft room I found on Flickr.

I am so longing for spring. I love this dinnerware I found at www.madisonavegifts.com so spring, so pretty. What a great table that would be for Easter.

We celebrated my Mom's 70TH birthday last week. The decorations I made turned out so well. It was such a fun time. My Dad's birthday was on Feb 14th and it was sad not having him there. He passed away last April, we miss him so much.

There is still room in the Kentucky Derby Hat Swap. I am taking sign ups until Friday Feb 29th.

Happy week to all,

Bristol

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Bristol-hihowareya!!!

This is a great post, I can clearly see that someone is ready for spring, just like EVERYONE out here in blogland. This craftroom is out of this world. I love love love green, so, you got me!
I really would love to be a judge in the hat swap, if you need one.
have a great week, girly..
Lisa
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Posted by: Lisa | February 24, 2008 at 11:47 AM

Oh to be organized......when you are done in your craft room, will you come over and help me? ;o)

I think the bunny dishware is wonderful. I need something like that!

Have a Wonderful Sunday.....Rosie

Posted by: Rosie | February 24, 2008 at 12:21 PM

Great photos of organised craft spaces.
Oh to have something that looks so pretty and functional.
Alison

Posted by: Alison Gibbs | February 25, 2008 at 12:37 AM

Bristol I guess you can sign me up! I am a Ky. girl after all...I just have a little fear that my hat won't measure up :)

Posted by: phyllis | February 25, 2008 at 10:14 AM

Sounds like a good way to spend your vacation time! I always feel so much better when things are in order. I've seen those plates at TJ Maxx! I don't believe they had the whole set (you know they sometimes only have one or two at a time) - so look there.

Manuela

Posted by: the feathered nest | February 25, 2008 at 10:31 AM

Hi Bristol,
You will be so happy to have organized your space. I kept putting it off but now that is is done I am thrilled! I have my own neat and tidy space to work in and I actually can find things! Those plates are adorable! They would definitely be perfect for Easter dinner. Your swap sounds like such fun. I am so busy with work and family obligations right now but I wish I had time to participate!
Hugs,
Karla

Posted by: Karla | February 25, 2008 at 12:37 PM

Your craft room is Gorgeous! Love the colors you painted it!
Sandra Evertson

Posted by: Sandra | February 25, 2008 at 08:05 PM

I so need to organize!
I love the jars on the moulding...great idea!
Priscilla

Posted by: Flea Market Queen | February 27, 2008 at 12:20 PM

Once you start, you'll never finish! I still have a ways to go but glad I started. One of these days when everything is neat and tidy before the start of another project, I take a photo of the studio to share!

Posted by: Michelle | February 27, 2008 at 07:00 PM

Love the bunny plates! And what cute little things you made for your Mom's special day.

Posted by: Cindy | February 27, 2008 at 10:29 PM

Bristol,
I am so glad you like the bag! You have some great organization ideas here...and I love those bunny plates.

annie

Posted by: Firefly Hill | February 28, 2008 at 02:43 PM

People don't really read anymore, do they? ;-) I like the ideas you gathered for your basement craft room. Have big fun making it your own!
jen

Posted by: jen | February 29, 2008 at 01:57 AM

That dinnerware is so cute!

Posted by: Carrie | March 01, 2008 at 01:15 AM

Love the dishes! The Ball Jars are a GREAT idea. I collect those. I've never used them for anything except flowers and candles. Great idea!
Just found your blog amongst all the Derby Hat Swap Hipe! Glad to find you! Be back to visit soon and can't wait to read more!
Sarah

Posted by: Sarah Keith | March 02, 2008 at 08:34 PM

Those bunny dishes are wonderful! They would be so cute to use!

I'm loving your craft room inspiration pics too! Sounds like you have a wonderful space in the basement to work with and transform into the craft space of your dreams!

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