~sewing~ something pour moi. I was entirely too jealous of this shirt that we got for Jeff while in NYC, and it reminded me of these fabrics that I bought in Portland last spring. And yes, I would say that one year is about the amount of time that it usually takes me to get around to making a blouse I have in mind. But I would not say that last year I expected it to be a maternity blouse.
~leaning~ against my studio wall is this old painted ladder that I've had my eye for a while to hang on to the growing collection of studio quilts. I guess that folk dance needs to come off that felt wall if I'm going to hand-quilt it.
~lining~ the drawers of an old chest that we inherited from Jeff's Nani who passed a few months ago. A good cleaning with Murphy's oil and some pretty new lining paper (ala Target) will land this beauty into the girls' room for sharing. I had originally intended to keep it in the dining room to house all the handmade table linens that I planned to, well, hand make, but have yet to. I also had the thought to buy enough lining paper to match the repeat on it where it needed to be seamed. Neither of these thoughts is realistic or unusual for a person such as myself. Sigh.
~sitting~ in my living room is this new acquisition from my favorite local furniture store, which, sadly for me is closing its doors. I'm happy for Carissa though, as she has had her fourth baby and now completely following that path. If you're local, take advantage of the sale! I can't wait to nestle into that corner with a new nursing baby. That is, if Isabela's nose and whichever book she has it in will make room. (Pillows & rug ala anthropologie)
~budding~ everywhere I look. Outside my window this sycamore (I think) has the most gorgeous shade of spring buds every year, and I keep telling myself this will be the stuff of some fabric print somewhere. One of these days.
~waiting~ for his (human) brothers and sisters to come home. Most of the time he sits with me in the studio, but I'm starting to notice he is more particular to the dark foyer on rainy days. We have a huge storm predicted and possible tornado watches for this afternoon. Maybe he's anxious for them to get here. Me too, boy.
thanks for coming , xo, Anna
My husband and kids made a quilt ladder for me one mother's day many years ago...all hand done...whittled pegs, no screws, nails, or glue. My daughter even wrote a sentiment on the wood. One of my most treasured posessions.
ReplyDeleteI was sewing like mad with my fourth pregnancy last year. I made a few fun and simple tops and maxi dresses. Now I'm breastfeeding, and want to wear more tunics, dresses as tops, and the like, but don't want to hoist the entire thing up to feed...any ideas on cute and classy breastfeeding options?! I thought the tiered ruffle look could be an option, but I'm not that skilled, really...
ReplyDeleteI'm diggin those pillows on that seating.
ReplyDeleteI HAVE to know where you got that lining paper!?!
ReplyDeleteYou make your home such a welcoming space, and after this visit I feel as though I should have brought cake or some flowers.
ReplyDeleteI know about the weather....I'm watching the skies too!
ReplyDeleteHopefully no tornados! love that print of good folks in your banner...I bet you are feeling like that XL, excuse me for being so bold, but can I ask, when are you due? I bet you are so excited! mmm
ReplyDeleteoooh i love that liner! and what a sweet pup!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed the glimpse into your day.
ReplyDeleteAren't animals the most intuitive things?
My boyfriend works at Ben Sherman and I love their shirts! I especially love the little details, like the upside-down 'v' of the space right after the button on the short sleeve cuffs.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Natalie. You open up your home with such thoughts as if we are all friends. I will bring the homemade brownies or maybe the chocolate and strawberry cheesecake.
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O inspiring Anna and fans . . . thank you for your last post! Having just graduated from college a year ago, pregnant and enduring relentless stares, your sentiments and your readers comments are so heartwarming to me! To think that there will be a day when I nostalgically look back at the beginning of me/my son and warmly describe the way that we grew up together! Your blossoming creativity in the midst of motherhood is simply amazing. How do you have the emotional resources to mother and design/create, so beautifully, all at once?!
ReplyDeleteI love the picture of your beautiful tree blossoms and can't wait to see your fabric design:) Stay safe from the storms!
ReplyDeleteI'm loving that ladder. What a perfect quilt rack.
ReplyDeleteAww poor King Leo- he's having anxiety LOL! lovely quilts I like how you have them displayed! ~SusieQ
ReplyDeleteoh, i always love the visuals and words you share. the quilt ladder is lovely, and the pillows, quilt and charlotte's web!! make a lovely spot--it makes me want to curl up there. when are you due, by the way? you must be getting close?
ReplyDeleteGonna check out that sale..thanks for the heads up!! Love the quilt ladder!
ReplyDeleteHow do you get the lining on the drawers to fit so good?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stuff.
Thanks for the lining at target tip! Just yesterday I thought "I need to find some cute paper to line these drawers"! I am a virgin drawer liner so I wasnt even sure where to look!
ReplyDeletenot sure about you, but this crazy weather just hit me up here in nashville! Now I'm justt hoping I can get to my 2 little ones and get them home. hope everyone gets home safely on your end.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely, inspiring home you have! I think if I were you I'd never want to leave!
ReplyDelete(And, by the way, I'm the one that chatted your ear off for a few minutes yesterday. Loving my apron!)
~Keri
OMG!! You were worrying about the repeat pattern on the paper IN YOUR DRAWERS??!! Oh, why do I feel like such a slob now? I love your patient dog, I have a 14 year old cat who follows me all over the apartment these days and I think it's because I had to leave her with one of my daughters for 3 months during my move. She now won't let me out of her sight. I love your blog and I hope you realize I'm joking about the drawer paper.
ReplyDeleteWhat a pretty loveseat from Carissa's! Caning is quite elegant.
ReplyDeleteI hope all your children made it home safely.
Hello Anna!
ReplyDeleteI just had to say I really enjoyed talking with Allie for a few seconds today (but I really would love to talk to you!)! She is so sweet. I can't wait to get my goodies and start sewing... and sewing...
have a lovely evening!
Lots of love, Achaia
I love visiting your home. A wonderful Spring post.
ReplyDeleteIt's about time someone made some pretty liner.
I live just down the road from you and was getting blankets and pillows ready in case things got bad. (That almost sounds like I was getting ready to come to Your house if it got bad! Ha! No, I meant, getting ready to get in the central hallway of our home.) :~)
I love Spring, but I do not like tornado season.
What is it about sewing and pregnancy? It took me until I was around 42 weeks to get the crib set up and the diapers out, but I had made new-baby appx. 1 million pairs of pants prior to his arrival.
ReplyDeleteThe quilt ladder is brilliant!!
ReplyDeleteI love those pillows. Any hints on how they were put together?
ReplyDeleteHere in Japan, the cherry blossoms have finished blooming and now the delicate petals are falling like snow. Thanks for sending me my order, everything arrived. I'm busy sewing away!
There si so much softeness and tenderness in here. It is so nice to have some quiet time. Thank you for inviting us - me - . I feel better.
ReplyDeleteI love your blog - the fabric you use, the colourful photos to take... Just beautiful. Thanks for sharing. x
ReplyDeleteWhat I wouldn't do for a storm watch! Instead I'm watching more snow fall from the sky and having to listen to the thunderstorm setting on the white noise machine.
ReplyDeleteif I only got ONE of the many things done that you do, I would die a happy woman!
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and still in the same place I started.
out of curiousity, before i make the 2 hr drive to nashville... how much has carissa's prices dropped? i need new furniture, and she has gorgeous stuff, but i can;t afford the orices i see on her website....
ReplyDeleteCan I move in? Your home is so beautiful, I love your new seating & the big puppy is adorable!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that quilt ladder. It is so cute. I will have to look out for a ladder I could use like that.
ReplyDeleteHi craftmonkey- Carissa's was all 25% off a few weeks ago, so I would imagine it is even mroe reduced now that its APril, as I know that she has the lease through just mid-April, I think. Call and ask, they would be more than happy to tell you what % they are knocking off now and what they've got left.
ReplyDeleteHope this helps :)
Anna
Your studio is so breathtakingly gorgeous. How on earth do you manage to keep it all so tidy and whatnot? You, and the munchkins, and your work, and all that well-organized super gorgeous space. You're a wonder!
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ReplyDeleteI love all the thoughts that you have shared with us today! Your home is so beautiful, colorful happy!
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Aw, this is an awesome blog. The pictures of your house are gorgeous and i love the ladder quilt rack. so sweet! i'll add you and check back soon. glad I found you! =)
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Hey Love the ladder!I have one like it I think. Do you you just have it leaning against the wall? Did you do anything special to the base or the top to keep it from falling over? Like cut an angle or something?
ReplyDeleteHoping the children all made it home safe and sound and that it was only a storm, not a tornado...that sounds so scary!
Your home looks cozy. I love the lined drawers. I might have to do that with the old desk I am using in my sewing room.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cozy home! I love those quilts :)
ReplyDeleteThat settee is beautiful! It reminds me of my grandmother's furniture in Puerto Rico... Do you think Carissa's has more of those?
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I had a question about your patterns-what sizes are they for? They appear to be teenagers wearing them, but I wondered what sizes are included. They are so cute. Keep up the good work!
I love the idea of the ladder for displaying quilts....I have so many lovely ones and they are stuffed away. Thanks for the beautiful idea.
ReplyDeleteJust love your anthropologie pillows! So colorful. :)
ReplyDeletedo you remember the name of the anthropologie rug?
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! and can't locate it online
any info would be great!!!
JOY
mother of squirrel: its been a good year or more since I got the rug and then it was on sale. I stalked it for months waiting for it to go on sale and I'm pretty sure they sold out soon after that. Anyway, in case you can dig it up somewhere online, it was called the labyrinth rug.
ReplyDeleteI love how you led us through your day with those gorgeous pictures. But, the dog picture was my favorite of all. Dogs are so great... and yours is beautiful! Has a face of, I don't know if this is lame to say but, reliability.
ReplyDeleteThat chair/couch/settee is outstanding; I love the way your home is filled with color.
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I am totally going to make some pillows just like those soon!
Anna-
ReplyDeleteWhere did you get your ladder quilt? I have a ton of old quilts but have yet to find a way to have them out that appeals to me!
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