Yesterday was pouring rain.
Not a very good day for shopping.
I had made plans with Debbie, from Green Willow Pond, to meet for a day of shopping, and lunch.
We both made the trip to Gaylord anyway, and enjoyed each others company, in spite of the weather.
We spent some time at TJMAXX, and Hobby Lobby.
We found a few items at both stores.
The above shelf was found at Hobby Lobby.
The soaps below I picked up at TJMAXX.
After lunch, we went to a few thrift stores, and each found some treasures to bring home.
I had a good day, with a special friend that blesses me each time we meet....no matter what the weather.
I moved some furniture around upstairs last weekend.
Our guest room is very small, but I wanted to turn it into a cozy retreat of my own for the long winter months.
A place for me to spend time reading, praying, meditating, writing, or even napping if I so desire on a cold winter's day.
The sun room is my sanctuary in the warm months.
Since we have to close it up during the cold season of winter, I decided to dress up the upstairs guest room.
Moving the little stove into this room will help keep me warm while I spend time in here.
I decorated, and filled the room with my favorite things.
It may look crowded...but it feels very warm, and cozy.
I have a feeling my granddaughters will love this room as much as I do.
I know where they will be sleeping when they come up to stay.
xoxoxo
Debbie, I love the way you have decorated that room. It will feel so nice in the winter. That dressing table is adorable.. So glad you had a fun day with a good friend. That probably made the rainy day not so gloomy. Blessings to you dear friend. Love, Susie
ReplyDeleteI just love what you did to the room and I can see never leaving it this winter.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that you had fun with your friend. I follow her blog, too. She is a sweetheart!
ReplyDeleteI love your room, Debbie. It is just cozy and wonderful. You don't need a big space to be comfortable. I think small spaces wrap us like cocoons and make us feel safe and protected. You are right- your granddaughters are gong to love it, too. xo Diana
Debbie your room is so beautiful. I love how you made a fireplace for your electric stove. We have two electric stoves/fireplaces but nothing cute like your shabby mantel piece surrounding yours. Your vintage dresser is very similar to one that I have had all my life. So glad to hear you had a wonderful day with a blogging friend! xxo
ReplyDeleteEverything looks lovely! I'm sure your granddaughters will adore their guest room! Thrift store shopping is a lot of fun (my favorite), and it looks like you have some good finds!
ReplyDeleteIt's always fun to spend the day with a blogger friend.
ReplyDeleteI love, love, love that room. It is so beautiful. I wish I could decorate like you do.
Debbie we too in Philadelphia are getting lots of rain ... Preparing for cooler temps and getting ready for the winter ... Your preparations to the guest room look comfy, cozy and inviting. You're right we all need a special joyful place, a retreat. Yours is lovely.
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Hi Debbie,
ReplyDeleteSo happy you got to meet up with Debbie and have a fun day of shopping and lunch. Love those meet ups with other bloggers. I love the room you fixed up for yourself it looks cozy and warm. What a fun place to make up and surround yourself with things you love. It will be a cozy place to retreat in our winter months. Have a great week my friend.
Kris
Adorable. Kick-back cozy :)
DeleteNice that you could meet a fellow blogger and spend the day doing things you both like.
ReplyDeleteThe room does look cozy, a feminine retreat for a girl of any age.
A most wonderful outing, and how I love your guest room. A wonderful idea to make the room cozy and for you to enjoy it as a special guest as well. :)
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Lin
oh my god this is a piece of heaven!! I adore the vanity!! and the little stove.....I must come back and stare at these pictures, soooo very beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI think my comment got lost in cyberspace, so here goes again! I so enjoyed our day together Debbie! We might have gotten a little wet, but it didn't dampen our spirits. I love all your purchases and can't believe how fast you got them displayed. You put me to shame lol! Thanks again for a lovely day. Let's not wait so long for the next one ;)
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Debbie
It looks like a great place to just 'be'! Yes, we all need a place to hang out and relax, read or pray! I'm so happy you have created that space for yourself. Blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteIt is so fun to hang out with our blogging friends. Sounds like you had a great time.
ReplyDeleteOhhhhh what a beautiful room.....
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Tessa~
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Re: Your comment on this post of mine.... Oh yes!!!! You have the correct elephants! You fully understand my thoughts.
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Tessa~
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Romantic and beautifully :)
ReplyDeleteHow fun to get out with a friend, especially on a rainy day...I tend to mope around on those sort of days. I love your shelf. And the guest room is heavenly! We all deserve a little room of our own and this suits you. I don't think it's crowded at all. Better to reach things without having to get up! lol!
ReplyDeleteLove to you. Hope to get a post up this evening!
Jane xx
That is such a charming guest room. I love the little stove in there. I bet you will enjoy using that room once the weather gets bad.
ReplyDeleteHi Debbie your home is very beautiful and romantic...i like it very much...i speak about your home in my blog today.. kisses Anna
ReplyDeleteShopping with a kindred spirit is a wonderful way to spend a rainy day. Your little retreat is lovely, Debbie. Really charming and cozy, and dreamlike. I love it. I'm sure your granddaughters will, too. Adding the little heating stove was a good idea. I love the mantel! Hugs, Nancy
ReplyDeleteIt IS a cozy darling room. So pretty, and a perfect little nook to hide away or share with a girlfriend....
ReplyDeleteCindy