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Across the Fence:  MJ Inspired me again...home office coziness  |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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 Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 06:14:11 AM
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I can't seem to find the original post, but MaryJane had a thread not too long ago posting about some sentimental things in her office. It got me thinking. I have a home office where lately, I am spending time than ever before, but the area was feeling like a mish-mosh, cluttered area that I didn't want to use.
The thing is, as neat and homey as I like my home, for some reason, the home office just fell short...like a dumping ground for mail, catalogs, and "tacky swag". It started to look very cluttered.
There was potential. There's a cozy red knitted throw and some cool poster art from Denmark on the walls that my FIL gave me. Just needed a little tweaking.
So, with MJ's post inspiring me, we cleaned out the clutter. I sewed up a fluffy, cozy pillow for the armchair in the room in a vintage inspired Eiffel tower/antique bike print, and got rid of some tacky plastic "swag" coasters and replaced them with pretty vintage china saucers. My business cards are in a pretty teacup, and an antique canning jar from the late 1800's (found at a thrift store for $2) is filled with little seashells and sits on the desk. Inside it is a battery operated tea light. I kept the sentimental items such as framed photos and little things my dd made in art classes on the bookshelves, but am neatening up and organizing my bookshelves to look better. DH bought me a beautiful orchid for my desk, and I am using a wood turned vase my brother made me to hold pens and pencils. My DH gave me a wooden desk organizer he wasn't needing anymore, to get my papers organized. (More attratctive than the old plastic ones). To finish it off, I ordered a fun 1952 "pin up" style print off of eBay, a classic Gil Elvgrin. I spent less than $10 on it, and a friend of mine who owns a frame shop will frame it inexpensively for me. (That will get the calendar off the wall that puts hundreds of holes in the wall, each month we change it). I have a tiny, mini sewing machine-shaped pencil sharpener I used to keep on my sewing table, but now will use it as intended. The result is a cozy nook of a room where I want to spend time and be creative. (Also,I didn't spend much, most were things I already had). Thank you yet again, MaryJane, for always inspiring me in so many ways! 
Farmgirl hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
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Edited by - texdane on Feb 18 2015 06:29:54 AM |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sara
Paris
TX
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Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 06:40:39 AM
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Nicole your office sounds so nice and cozy. Like the idea of using china saucers as coasters. Enjoy your time in your 'new' space.
Sara
Walk in Peace - Live with Joy
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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MaryJane
Queen Bee
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MaryJane
Moscow
Idaho
USA
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Posted - Feb 18 2015 : 08:25:41 AM
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I can hear your sigh from here. Clutter has way ...
MaryJane, Farmgirl #1 Plowin' Thru ~ giving aprons a good wrap for 45 years and counting ~
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
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USA
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
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Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Feb 19 2015 : 9:04:19 PM
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What an inspiration you are Nicole. My sewing room is beginning to look like that, more cozy and a place I want to be. Keep up your wonderful blog.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Feb 20 2015 : 6:29:57 PM
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Thanks girls! I will take some photos this weekend and post them soon, CJ. I am still working on my shelves, and I can't wait to get my print to frame! MaryJane said it perfectly...a big sigh! Love to de-clutter, and feather my nest!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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peafarm
True Blue Farmgirl
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Penny
South Dakota
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Posted - Feb 20 2015 : 9:40:28 PM
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How timely, my desk has been stressing me out lately...every time I look at it. Need time to do the same. Thanks.
Penny
Soaper and Not So Crazy Goat Lady
Celebrating Wholesome Living in a Colorful World
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dena91
True Blue Farmgirl
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Dena
Pennsylvania
USA
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Posted - Feb 21 2015 : 2:54:57 PM
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Nicole, Sounds heavenly! It does feel great to get organized. Can't wait to see the pics; you may just inspire someone too :-).
Dena
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LadyInRed
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PeggyAnn
Vancouver
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Posted - Feb 21 2015 : 11:53:55 PM
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Nicole...my hubby is away for a few days and what you just did is what I have planned while he is gone.
De-cluttering!!! And making several cozy spaces. I can't wait to give that big sigh of relief...instead
of the big sigh as I shut the door to a room I don't want to even go into. So...yes, it seems to be that
great minds are thinking alike. It will be lovely to just be able to enjoy these spaces once again.
blessings and hugs,
Peggy
Farmgirl #1326
Dec 2011-Farmgirl of the Month
http://ladyinredsite.blogspot.com
Don't allow others to steal the Glitz from your *SPARKLE*
Life is too short to knit with ugly yarn!
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sonshine4u
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April
New Prague
MN
USA
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Posted - Feb 24 2015 : 10:44:18 AM
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I am in process right now of de-cluttering my crafting room and I can't wait to feel the sigh that will come when I'm done! Can't wait to see your pictures!
Farmgirl Hugs!
~April
River Valley Farmgirls
Chapter Leader
~Playing in the Sonshine~
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Mar 02 2015 : 6:42:57 PM
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That's the chair and the pillow I made. Betty Boop is my childhood doll. A cozy spot to read or study.
Using an old green depression glass goblet to corral little things that accumulate on the desk.
That's the 1950's poster print I bought on Ebay that a friend framed for me. She is so bright and makes me giggle.
I love being in the room now. So much neater than before.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2015 : 04:40:11 AM
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Nicole I love every inch of your cozy, bright, fun, home office.
Sara
Walk in Peace - Live with Joy
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auntsmelly
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jenny
Pitman
NJ
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2015 : 3:18:25 PM
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Love it.
I've been planning on sprucing up my craft room/music room. I just found an awesome vintage
bug/herb wallpaper. It makes me happy every time I look at it, so it must be just for me.
Great job, Nicole.
God has a bigger plan for me than I have for myself.
Jenny,
Blessed Farmgirl #4359
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ceejay48
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
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mellaisbella
True Blue Farmgirl
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melanie
living on Anne of Green
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Canada
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Posted - Mar 04 2015 : 10:56:59 AM
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I like the idea of adding cozy items to my office. Great idea!
Love many, trust few. Always paddle your own canoe
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
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Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Mar 04 2015 : 6:33:19 PM
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You've really got the knack. It looks great. How about flowers, you deserve them.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Mar 09 2015 : 10:24:45 AM
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Thanks, Bonnie!
My DH bought me a potted orchid. It's quite happy...look at all the blooms! I had to close the blinds to take the picture because we actually have SUN today! Woo-Hoo!
Look at all those blooms!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
Chapter Leader, Connecticut Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, January 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/ |
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