July 9, 2013

Getting Settled

Thanks so much for all of your kind words and good wishes! I am finally getting settled into our new home. Getting into a groove has been a bit of a challenge. Making coffee took me an extra ten minutes....new kitchen and new coffee maker.  I have been taking bits of time out to relax and read. Guernsey Society was sooo good!  I also finished "Saving CeeCee Honeycutt", which I adored. I just started Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie and already love Flavia. What are you reading this summer??
 I finally was able to paint my sewing room. I painted the walls and Becky did all of the trim. This is one project that I happy is done!! If you look at the upper right hand corner you will see the lovely dark brown that has surrounded me for the past six weeks. ICK!  I am overjoyed at the result and can't wait to show you more.  I love the big window, and I have lots of wall space for hanging quilts and projects!! ♥♥♥
 Just before tearing everything apart to paint, I started a few blocks from Camille's new book.

Here is one of the rooms that is more or less done. We want to paint the walls a lighter color, but other than that we LOVE this room!! The furniture is super comfy and it is wonderful to grab a book, a glass of iced tea and sit under the ceiling fan. I feel like I am on vacation at a cute cottage and have to pinch myself to realize that I live here.  HAPPY DANCE !!
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  1. Art and SandJuly 9, 2013 at 10:45 PM

    Your cottage is certainly cute. I would love to kick up my feet, share some lemonade and talk about my love of the Guernsey Society with you.

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 12:56 PM

      I would love that too! I already miss Juliet and Isola and Kit and Dawsey and Sidney....

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  2. AnneliesJuly 9, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    I SOOOO want to come have a cup of tea. Just so inviting and welcoming. I am so pleased you are taking us all along on this journey. Now when are you going to put out the tea cups and cookies???? XXX

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  3. KarJuly 10, 2013 at 12:17 AM

    So great to hear that you are surrounding yourself by happiness Debbie. Love the coziness of your new place. You and Becky will have everything just as you want it in no time. Hugs!

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:03 PM

      Thanks Kar! Our plan was exactly that, to surround ourselves with happiness! xoxo

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  4. Betty July 10, 2013 at 12:23 AM

    I agree your new place looks so refreshing and inviting. I do need to get me a new book to read this summer. My reading has been alittle behind right now.

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:04 PM

      Thanks Betty! No better time to read than on a hot summer afternoon!

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  5. gillyJuly 10, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    A happy little cottage indeed! Your home looks just lovely, and I've heard about the Guernsey Society book - must make a wee note to look out for it.
    Have a happy Wednesday
    Xx

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  6. forgetmenotsblueJuly 10, 2013 at 4:03 AM

    It's looking lovely. I love the bunting I'm the window really looks homely. The blocks are looking fab too :) x

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:12 PM

      I love the bunting in the window!! It always looks like we are about to have a party :)

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  7. primrosesatticJuly 10, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Your lounge looks so cosy and inviting. I wish I had a sewing room you are so lucky.
    Rosezeeta.

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:13 PM

      Why thank you!! I know I am blessed to have a room of my own just for sewing!!

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  8. Rustic PumpkinJuly 10, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    Looks like you are settling in just fine and your new home is looking so loved.
    Did I see some Susan Branch books there? A home is not a home without Susan at the Heart of it!
    Deborah C♥ xo

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:14 PM

      Of course there are SB books!! I can't wait to add "A Fine Romance" :) xoxo

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  9. KieraJuly 10, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    Saving Cee Cee Honeycut is one of my all time favorite books. I've read it twice now and am thinking of picking it up again!

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  10. CarlaJuly 10, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    Looks lovely

    Be strong x

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  11. Helen PhilippsJuly 10, 2013 at 7:24 AM

    Beautiful pictures of your beautiful new home, Debbie! It really looks like a perfectly happy little cottage! Loved the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, one of my favourite books in recent years!(I love the cover too!)Enjoy your homemaking and your new sewing...everything is looking delightful over there!
    Helen x

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  12. Kathleen GraceJuly 10, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Everything looks so bright and pretty! I am like you, brown walls? They would have to go! The studio looks great in bright white:>)

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  13. Clara {Clover and Violet}July 10, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    Your cottaqe looks like a very happy place!! I am so glad you are getting all settled in!

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  14. VirginiaJuly 10, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    It's so pretty! I love it! I'm so glad to hear you sounding happy, too :) *hug* xxV

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  15. AnonymousJuly 10, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Your little living room is just adorable! ♥

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  16. CarlaJuly 10, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    I remember painting wood paneling. What a difference! Your space looks full of light. Enjoy

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  17. IreneJuly 10, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    Your little cottage looks amazing, and so pretty. Enjoy it.
    luv
    Irene
    xxxx

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  18. Sew Blessed Maw [Judy]July 10, 2013 at 10:39 PM

    Everything is looking so pretty.. Can't wait to see your sewing room, when you finish.. Know it will be so fun to sew in there...

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  19. SuuskeJuly 11, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    It looks very cosy!

    Groetjes, Suzanne

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  20. PaulaJuly 11, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    What a sweet place!

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  21. Sewn With GraceJuly 11, 2013 at 10:14 PM

    Its so good to hear how much you are loving your new space! Everything looks adorable. Paint makes such a huge difference. You and I are working on our sewing rooms at the same time :)

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:17 PM

      The sewing room is white, but our kitchen is going to be PINK!!! Can't wait :)

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  22. HoneyJuly 12, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    What a darling house! And how fun you get to do this with your daughter! :)
    Can't wait to see the adventures you share with us.
    Hugs,
    Shann

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 12, 2013 at 1:22 PM

      Thanks Shann!! Sharing this with my daughter is the best part!! We are having so much fun!

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  23. UnknownJuly 15, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Hi Debbie I just love your blog and learn so much from you, thank you. I wanted to put you as one of my favourites in my blog - hope this is ok with you. I am new to the world of blogging and craft so trying to catch up with everyone else.
    Thanks for providing so much inspiration.
    Lots of love
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxxxxxx

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  24. UnknownJuly 15, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Sorry Debbie, forgot to tell you that my blog is
    crochetknittingsewing.blogspot.com

    Dorothy's Room

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  25. ConnieJuly 15, 2013 at 7:14 PM

    I just found your lovely blog and I am smiling from ear to ear. If I want to be able to one day make sometime as beautiful as your quilts and pillows, then I need to surround myself with talented people like yourself. I hope you don't mind if I tag along and do my best to glean from your creativity.
    Your newest follower, Connie :)

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  26. sophieJuly 17, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    HI ! just found your blog! love your projects! and this new home is lovely!

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  27. trishJuly 17, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Your home is so warm and welcoming.
    Absolutely adorable!!
    I have a crush on your huge silver clock!
    So cute! :o) I am so glad to hear that
    you are settling in. You have been on my
    heart and in my prayers Debbie. Trish xo

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 21, 2013 at 12:54 AM

      Thanks so much Trish! I like the way the clock ticks...it makes the room feel homey.

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  28. ClaudiaJuly 17, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    So happy for you!

    xo
    Claudia

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  29. MichelleJuly 18, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Debbie,

    I adore you, your blog, your new cozy condo and your projects. Those little pincushions reeled me in from Pinterest several months ago and I love peeking into your world. Thanks so much for sharing. Big hugs to you and your very bright future!

    Michelle

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  30. By NeymesJuly 18, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    OLÁ DEBBY, QUANTA BELEZA ESSA SALA!! PARABÉNS.BOA SEXTA.BEIJO.VALÉRIA.

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  31. mynestofyarnandbuttonsJuly 19, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Debbie, Everything looks so fresh and clean and cheery. I wish you both all the best. I'll been there and I can tell you all things happen for a reason. I'm really happy and peaceful in my life. Enjoy, xoRobin

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  32. UnknownJuly 20, 2013 at 4:08 AM

    Hi Debbie your new home is just stunning, the colours are just right. Can't wait to see your new sewing room when it is finished. Debbie I just love the quilt you showed, I have never made one but am itching to make a lap quilt, would you think the one in the photo would be suitable for a newbie like me? Just love your blog Debbie, thank you
    Lots of love
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxx

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 21, 2013 at 1:00 AM

      Thank you for all of your sweet comments Dorothy! Yes, I think you can make this quilt. The pattern is is in the book Simply Retro by Camille Roskelley, and the book has lots of great tips for new quilters. Good Luck!!

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  33. SiobhánJuly 20, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Your new space looks so nice! That's great that you're settling in. If you liked "The Guernsey...", "Saving CeeCee Honeycutt", and the Flavia books, do yourself a favor and get Karen White's "The Beach Trees". Her other books are good but "The Beach Trees" was absolutely amazing. Of the books read this summer I most enjoyed Jodi Picoult's "The Story Teller" (much better than some of her recent books) and "The Fate of Mercy Alban" by Wendy Webb.

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJuly 21, 2013 at 1:01 AM

      I will have to look for that book. "Major Pettigrew's Last Stand" is on my nightstand right now and am enjoying it very much!

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  34. LisaJuly 20, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    I just read "Saving CeeCee Honeycutt" too! I absolutely LOVED that book!
    :)

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  35. JoyJuly 29, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Your new cottage is just beautiful. Is that Susan Branch's Summer Book I see? The cover of the book matches the room perfectly! I wish you many more Happy Dance Days!

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