hello, 2010
January 11th, 2010 | Written by hurricanic
It’s been way too long since I updated things here at hurricanic.com. My apologies. As I last shared, I had quite the task ahead of me trying to complete three quilts before Christmas. I’m proud to share, however, that they all were finished, wrapped, and given a few weeks back – and as far as I know, they’re keeping my family awfully warm during this tragically cold and bitter winter we’re having.
I’ve also been busy completing my new living room. I had mentioned something in early November about hoping to continue making my home a place I love dwelling solo. Mission accomplished, I will say. And as I attempt in 2010 to become a more proficient reader, this living room of mine is providing many new places to rest my hind parts as I drift off into worlds and times not my own. Ahhhh…
More than one person has realized I have a trend in my life going. Apparently when a serious relationship in my life ends, I buy furniture. Some people eat ice cream. Others drown their sorrow in alcohol. Me? I redecorate a room. I told several people that there’s reason to this madness. The way I figure, if I can’t change the status of my love life, I can at least change the color of my walls.
To justify this, I will share that I 1) have been saving for this, and 2) had my last furniture for 10 years. It was time for a change. Conveniently, that time corresponded with a break-up. Whatev.
So, without further adieu…a reminder of my old living room…
And now…my fantastic new dwelling spot…
Having more seating room? Awesome.
I’m pretty sure my favorite thing in the room is the green lamp.
The shelving unit? I put it together by myself. That’s right. I’m a real man.
And purple shag carpet? Yeah. I know. It’s…amazing.
I also sewed the curtains. But don’t go getting too impressed. I haven’t hemmed them yet. And…the lining isn’t sewn on entirely straight. But they work for me.
Conveniently, my sister Janel finished working on a quilt she had been making me, so I have a new look to my bedroom, too. Thankfully I already had the furniture, so all I needed for this were new curtains and pillows.
This project actually started last summer when Janel told me she wanted to make me a quilt. She’s hoping over the course of her life to make one of her masterpieces for each of her family members. I, luckily, got to be first in line. We chose a pattern together, as well as all the fabrics, which was a ton of fun. She’s got such an eye.
I think at last count she and her husband figured out she’d logged at least 200 hours in this. Yeah. I know. (My quilts?? No where close.)
Kodak’s pouting because there’s NO way he’s ever allowed on my bed again. (Or the living room furniture.) It’s been a rough transition, but we’re getting there.
And yeah…could that new painting be any more fantastic? I acquired it at a recent art benefit for an almost criminal deal. It’s by my best friend from high school, Jeremy Collins. He’s brilliant. I love waking up to look at this piece everyday. It’s entitled “Seeking Balance”. A good message for me.
So, well, there’s the decorating update. More to follow, regarding things less aesthetic. I hope your 2010 is off to a great start. Mine ain’t been too shabby.
So great to hang with you last weekend! Love your space redux, too. Hope your w.c. is progressing under budget!
SO lovely!
I love the living room blue….your shelf is beautifully displayed. You have such a great eye friend! Praying you find sweet rest in your “new” place!
Aimee
PS…that pic in your room by Jer is AMAZING!