Church Studio III

A few more pics around the work area in my studio. Remember, I said I was planning to change the color, so keep the ideas coming!

Some of my silver candelabras, collected seashells, and a piece of fabric framed sit on top of my white cupboard.  

A framed article about the origin of this church building, china plates hung on the wall, as well as a fabric stash in the corner are part of my church studio.

A mannequin clothed in cards from my childhood, and a little chippy outside goodness. 

 

Have a wonderful weekend!

Blessings,

Ele

Church Studio II

Believe me, the inside of my church studio is not always so neat and tidy. But today, I have cleaned up my work table just for you!

My table is positioned under a wall cabinet that once belonged to my husband's grandmother. It houses part of my teacup collection. Been thinking of changing the pink walls. What do you suggest?

The pen/pencil scissor caddy is made with modge podge, paper, and a millinery flower.

Think I will go softer with the color. Please give me your ideas.

See you Friday, for part three of the Church Studio.
Blessings, Ele

Hollyhocks?

Dreaming of Hollyhocks surrounding my church studio, just as the snow and ice storm is scheduled to arrive.

You've seen this picture before, and it's equally beautiful, but today I'm not in a snow mood, I'm in a Hollyhock mood. Summertime means: the sweet smell of grass, dirt in my fingernails, the sun on my face, frolicking amongst the wild flowers, twirling my new dress from Anthropologie whilst engaging in tomfollery on the open prairie. 

Had you going didn't I? 

For now, I'll just pour a cup of hot chocolate, turn on the fireplace, and snuggle with my favorite blanket. If I feel brave, I'll put on my boots and head over to my snow covered studio. It's always peaceful in there.

Thoughts and prayers for the people of Haiti,

Ele

Fleurs en Bleu

Looking out my farm house kitchen window, this is what I see.

My vintage church studio building surrounded and covered with snow. It is looking pretty lonely as my visits this time of year are few. I am still cleaning, and organizing my house.

It is cold outside, but the sun shines brightly. The air is fresh and crisp. Despite the beauty of winter, it is this time of year that I begin to hold on to the promise of spring blooms. I am well aware of designers who are shouting, "get rid of the silk flowers", but I wonder.....do they live where I live? Do they KNOW that the upper mid west growing season is extremely short? Do they realize that some of us yearn for blooms. Dare I say....even fake? Every year, I promise myself that I will not succumb to traditional FAKE blossomry, but I do. Especially when I came upon this huge bouquet.

My dining room table can seat 12 people, and this bouquet is a grand size. I was also pleased at how well it matched the upholstery on the chairs.

Fleurs en Blue.

Flowers in Blue.

Admiring the blue hydrangea flowers, I realized that I have a blue flower theme in my home.

Blessings, Ele